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Keynote SpeakerDamian Hughes

Best-Selling Author and Founder, LiquidThinker

Damian Hughes is a bestselling author who combines his practical and academic background within sport, organisational development, and change psychology to help organisations and teams create a high-performing culture. He is the author of eight best-selling business books, including Liquid Thinking, Liquid Leadership, How to Change Absolutely Anything, How to... Read more

Biography

Damian Hughes is a bestselling author who combines his practical and academic background within sport, organisational development, and change psychology to help organisations and teams create a high-performing culture.

He is the author of eight best-selling business books, including Liquid Thinking, Liquid Leadership, How to Change Absolutely Anything, How to Think Like Sir Alex Ferguson, and The Five STEPS to a Winning Mindset.

His latest books, High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming Your Best and How to Change Your Life, have both been number one Sunday Times best sellers. His work has been translated into twelve languages.

He has also been nominated for the 2007 William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award for Peerless, his biography of boxing great Sugar Ray Robinson. He co-authored a critically acclaimed biography of boxing legend Thomas Hearns, and in 2013, his book Marvelous Marvin Hagler became the UK’s best-selling sports biography.

He was appointed as a Visiting Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Change for Manchester Metropolitan University in September 2010. He is the co-host of The High Performance Podcast, an acclaimed series of interviews with elite performers from business, sport, and the arts, exploring the psychology behind sustained high performance. The podcast has over 250 million downloads.

He has served as a member of the coaching team for England Rugby League, England Roses, Scotland Rugby Union, and a wide range of international and national sporting teams.

He is also the founder of The School Coat Charity, a charity that addresses the challenges of children living in poverty by providing coats for those most in need.

Popular Talks by Damian Hughes

  • Continuous Transformation
  • Discover the secrets to Surviving Change
  • How to become a Change Catalyst
  • Become a LiquidThinker. Change your thinking and make things happen
  • Inspire and motivate others to become great achievers

How to book Damian Hughes as a keynote speaker

How do I book Damian Hughes for a keynote speech?

You can book Damian Hughes through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Damian's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Damian Hughes's speaking fees?

Damian Hughes's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Damian tailored to your event.

What topics does Damian Hughes speak about?

Damian Hughes speaks on Authors, Business & Management, Change, Leadership, Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Damian to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Damian Hughes available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Damian Hughes for events worldwide, subject to Damian's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Damian Hughes deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Damian Hughes is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Damian Hughes?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Damian can accommodate.

Can Damian Hughes tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Damian Hughes on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Damian can offer.

What languages does Damian Hughes present in?

Damian Hughes delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Damian Hughes a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Damian Hughes's areas of expertise include Authors, Business & Management, Change, Leadership, Motivation. To get a clear sense of Damian's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Damian Hughes speak at?

Damian Hughes can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Authors, Business & Management, Change, Leadership, Motivation is relevant. Details of Damian's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Damian Hughes offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Damian Hughes is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Damian Hughes?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Damian Hughes, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Damian's current availability for your dates.