Kennedys Negotiation

Every strategy be it AI modernization, digital asset plays, or capital allocation—ends at the negotiation table

Florence Kennedy Rolland​ / Chair & CEO

Not everyone negotiates.

For over five decades, negotiation has remained Kennedy’s primary focus—a journey of continuous evolution that reflects our commitment to empowering businesses worldwide through evidence-based, no-nonsense negotiation solutions.

Establishing our roots

1972 Where it all began

Discover the milestones shifts that have shaped our journey

2015–Today

Modernity, and a Touch of Rebellion

In today’s complex business world, Kennedy’s legacy has not just survived, it’s thrived. Negotiations now blend data, strategy, and human skill. Though his training evolves, his principles remain steadfast. Managers must be agile and assertive, combining classic tactics with digital innovation. In a global, virtual environment, Kennedy’s message is clear: negotiation still demands knowing when to hold firm and when to risk wisely.

2025
Feras
Launch of Kennedy Ready, our new analytics division, designed to provide valuable intelligence and expert insights on talent and deals. Our goal is to identify and nurture emerging negotiators who will play a significant role in shaping the future, while also building a strong negotiation talent pool for strategically critical positions
2025
2025
Launch of Kennedy Ready, our new analytics division, designed to provide valuable intelligence and expert insights on talent and deals. Our goal is to identify and nurture emerging negotiators who will play a significant role in shaping the future, while also building a strong negotiation talent pool for strategically critical positions
2025
2025
Launch of Kennedy Ready, our new analytics division, designed to provide valuable intelligence and expert insights on talent and deals. Our goal is to identify and nurture emerging negotiators who will play a significant role in shaping the future, while also building a strong negotiation talent pool for strategically critical positions
2025
2024
We open Kennedys Negotiation LLC, an exclusive firm serving clients in technology, financial services, healthcare, private equity, and other industries across the MEAN region
2024
2023
Introduction of workshop specifically for women, to help tackle some of the specific issues women face when negotiating
2023
2020
Persuasive Negotiator
The Persuasive Negotiator, tools and techniques for effective negotiation, is published by Routeledge, a new resource for negotiators
2020
2018
New Chiese publisher
Everything is Negotiable 4th Ed. is picked up by a new Chinese publisher and is translated for the territory
2018
2016
Strategic Negotiation for the Oil and Gas, in collaboration with Heriot-Watt
2016

For over four decades, negotiation has remained Kennedy’s
primary focus.


Our founder, Prof. Gavin Kennedy, was an internationally recognized negotiator and the author of 14 books on negotiation research and practice, many of which have been translated into more than 15 languages. His best-selling book, Everything is Negotiable, is now into its 4th Edition. In 1982, he produced the world’s first negotiation training film, with a second following in 1991.


2024
Launch of Kennedy Ready, our new analytics division, designed to provide valuable intelligence and expert insights on talent and deals. Our goal is to identify and nurture emerging negotiators who will play a significant role in shaping the future, while also building a strong negotiation talent pool for strategically critical positions
2024
2020
The Persuasive Negotiator Tools and Techniques for Effective Negotiating
2020
2016
Strategic Negotiation for the Oil and Gas, in collaboration with Heriot-Watt
2016
2016
The first books written for senior executives involved in providing input or evaluating their organization’s medium- to long-term planning process
2016
2007
The first books written for senior executives involved in providing input or evaluating their organization’s medium- to long-term planning process
2007
2008
Everything is Negotiable is a one-stop shop for anyone who wants to improve their negotiation skills
2008
2000
The Perfect Negotiation(2nd Edition) All You Need to Get it Right First Time
2000
1993
Developed Kennedy’s Simulations for Negotiation Training.
1993
1990
Played a founding role in establishing Edinburgh Business School.
1990
1997
This is a completely new and revised third edition of a bestselling business book
1997
1998
The New Negotiating Edge: The Behavioral Approach for Results and Relationships
1998
1983
Introduced the "Everything is Negotiable" programme for executive development.
1983
1980
Released "Managing Negotiations," introducing our Eight Steps/Four Phases model to the public.
1980

May 1972

Kennedy’s beginnings

Pioneered the UK's first negotiation courses as part of the Management Programme at Brunel University.