We are proud to present you our new Keynote Speakers
We are proud to present you our new Keynote Speakers
Jon Bockelmann-Evans is a keynote speaker, trainer, and consultant who specialises in emotional health - the overlooked but essential foundation of wellbeing, resilience, peak performance and feeling good about life. As a qualified physiotherapist and psychotherapist, Jon spent more than 20 years helping thousands of people improve both their physical and emotional health in the NHS and private practice. This professional grounding gives his talks a rare mix of scientific credibility, psychological insight, and practical application. Prior to that he played...
Dr. Paolo Petrocelli is a globally recognized cultural leader, academic and author, committed to the belief that culture, arts and education are powerful forces for social and economic progress. With more than 15 years of leadership experience across public and private institutions, he has established himself as one of the most prominent cultural executives of his generation. As Head of Dubai Opera, the UAE’s leading performing arts center, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the region’s cultural landscape. Under his...
Fara Williams MBE is one of the most established footballers in the women's game. Having spent 18 years with some of the top teams in English football and become England's most capped footballer of all time with an unprecedented 170 appearances - her impact on the sport has been extraordinary. After making her debut for Chelsea Ladies in 2000 she went on to notch 30 goals for the first team at the age of sixteen. Williams quickly earned the attention of...
A household name for over 30 years, Michaela is one of Britain’s most beloved broadcasters. Recently, she made headlines as the oldest contestant ever to reach the final of Dancing on Ice. At nearly 60, Michaela skated her way into the hearts of millions, proudly stating she “did it for the older women,” proving once again that age is no barrier to challenge and personal growth. A magnetic presence with a natural effervescence, she combines an extensive career with a gift for...
Tim Shipman is the Political Editor of The Spectator magazine, a role he assumed in June of this year. Previously, he spent 11 years at The Sunday Times as Chief Political Commentator and Political Editor. His quartet of books on the turmoil in British politics following the Brexit referendum has sold more than 150,000 copies and is widely regarded as the definitive insider account of the most turbulent period in domestic politics since the Second World War. An engaging, informed, and amusing speaker, Tim is widely acknowledged...
Dr Claire Dale is an award-winning author, international keynote speaker, and pioneer in the science of Physical Intelligence — the ability to harness the body’s physiology and neurochemistry to think, feel, and perform at our best. She coined the phrase in 2002, establishing Physical Intelligence as the “third intelligence” alongside IQ and EQ. Her book Physical Intelligence (Simon & Schuster, 2019) won Business Book of the Year 2020 and has been translated worldwide after a bidding war between major publishers. Drawing...
Dr. Vumile Msweli is the Founder of the Hesed Africa Foundation, a Pan-African social impact organisation dedicated to empowering young people, driving sustainable community solutions, and shaping Africa’s future leadership. Under her guidance, the Foundation has grown into one of the most influential platforms for advancing careers and creating opportunities across the continent, with a footprint in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Botswana, and the United States. Through the Africa Career Summit, the Foundation convenes Africa’s largest gathering of professionals, uniting...
How do you prepare your team to make the right decisions when the stakes are life-or-death — or at least feel that way in business? Whether it’s navigating uncertainty, leading under pressure, or building instant trust in high-stakes environments, the strategies Caroline Elliott mastered on the frontlines of avalanche rescue translate directly to today’s corporate challenges. As the first British woman to break into France’s elite mountain rescue and fire service, Caroline shows audiences how to turn crisis into clarity,...
Born in Cali, Colombia, Orlando Duque is one of the most iconic extreme athletes in the world. A 13-time world champion and Guinness World Record holder, he made history by winning Colombia’s first-ever gold medal in high diving at the FINA World Championships. In 2018, he became the first human to dive from an iceberg in Antarctica, cementing his reputation as a global symbol of fearlessness and focus. Orlando is now the Sports Director of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series...
Tey Bannerman is a former McKinsey Partner whose unique journey from software engineer to designer to strategist creates rare cross-disciplinary expertise in AI transformation and innovation leadership. Over eight years at McKinsey, he led digital and AI initiatives for Fortune 500 companies across financial services, retail, and manufacturing, building solutions that combined technical sophistication with human-centred design. His evolution across disciplines and continents, growing up in Papua New Guinea and Ghana, learning to code at 14, transitioning from engineering to design...
Saeed Alghafri is an Emirati CEO, entrepreneur, wellbeing advocate, and certified meditation and yoga instructor who has successfully bridged the worlds of corporate leadership and personal transformation. He is deeply committed to helping organizations transform, driving turnarounds, and developing conscious leaders who can navigate challenges with clarity, confidence, and emotional intelligence. Beginning his career as a Chemical Engineer, Saeed spent over two decades in the UAE’s manufacturing and oil & gas sectors, holding multiple senior leadership positions. His career culminated in...
Ryan Leak is a dynamic speaker, New York Times best-selling author, and strategic advisor renowned for his ability to inspire and transform individuals and organizations. As the CEO of a leadership development firm based in Dallas, Ryan and his team train over 30,000 leaders annually — from Fortune 500 companies to professional sports teams. His unique talent for turning setbacks into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the value of learning from failure, makes his teachings impactful and actionable...
David Mansfield is a leading authority on strategic decision-making, with a career spanning global corporates, private equity, venture capital and high-growth companies. As CEO of Capital Radio PLC, he built the business into the UK’s largest radio group, and has held board roles at Carphone Warehouse, Game Group and Circus Street, where he guided its transformation from start-up to multimillion-dollar company before selling to private equity. He is the author of the award-winning book The Monday Revolution, a practical guide to...
Vicki Anstey’s story is a gripping account of pain, vulnerability, discovery, and reinvention. Her journey from a corporate advertising career trapped by limiting beliefs to becoming a pioneering entrepreneur, world record-breaking adventurer, and certified Stress & Resilience Coach is profoundly inspiring. She is a certified coach in a variety of mindset methodologies, advising global organisations and elite teams on managing stress, enhancing resilience, and maximising performance. She is also part of an elite advisory team, alongside Aldo Kane & Al Chambers...
Sarina Wiegman-Glotzbach has firmly established herself as a groundbreaking figure in football. Recognized as a powerful voice in women’s football, Sarina’s speaking topics often revolve around leadership, motivation, and the challenges and triumphs within the women’s game. Currently serving as the manager of the England women’s national team since September 2021, Sarina’s journey began as a central midfielder, later transitioning to a defensive role. Her early career saw her play for the University of North Carolina Tar Heels and the women’s...
Ludovic Subran is the Chief Investment Officer and Chief Economist at Allianz, Europe's largest insurer and investor. In this dual role, he leads the company's global economic research and investment strategy, providing insights that shape Allianz's approach to macroeconomic trends, financial markets, and sustainable growth. Prior to his current position, Subran served as Chief Economist at Allianz Trade (formerly Euler Hermes), the world leader in trade credit insurance. His earlier career includes roles at the World Bank,...