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Jonathan Foster-Pedley
Dean and Director of Henley Business School, South Africa, part of Henley Business School UK and the University of Reading.
Popular talks
- Innovation/Creativity
- Strategy
Talks
Popular talks by Jonathan Foster-Pedley
- Innovation/Creativity
- Strategy
Biography
About Jonathan Foster-Pedley
Jonathan Foster-Pedley is the Dean and Director of Henley Business School, South Africa, part of Henley Business School UK and the University of Reading.
He is an international speaker of note, bringing a witty, engaging, interactive style to his presentations. Jonathan is used to addressing CEOs and senior managers in numerous companies including Allan Gray, Accenture, PetroSA, SABMiller, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Old Mutual, De Beers, BHP Billiton, Glacier Financial Solutions and PriceWaterHouseCoopers.
Jonathan is an education designer, academic, coach, learning facilitator and entrepreneur, and is a former airline captain, senior executive in the European aerospace industry and has over 30 years of global business experience. He is a visiting professor in strategy, creativity and innovation, a blogger and writer.
Areas of expertise: Strategy, learning, creativity, design thinking, innovation. He specialises in innovative and rich learning design that develops cognitive rigour, imagination, originality, self-confidence, self-belief, creativity and proactivity. He has hands-on experience of international sales and marketing, and of participating in and leading multicultural sales and management teams. He was marketing director for a subsidiary of Airbus Industrie and sales manager Africa and Middle East for British Aerospace Plc, Commercial aircraft. He has worked internationally for 30 years, principally in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Australasia and the Americas.
How to book Jonathan Foster-Pedley
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Jonathan Foster-Pedley for a keynote speech?
You can book Jonathan Foster-Pedley through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Jonathan's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Jonathan Foster-Pedley's speaking fees?
Jonathan Foster-Pedley'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 Jonathan tailored to your event.
What topics does Jonathan Foster-Pedley speak about?
Jonathan Foster-Pedley speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Jonathan to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Jonathan Foster-Pedley available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Jonathan Foster-Pedley for events worldwide, subject to Jonathan'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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley 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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley 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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley?
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 Jonathan can accommodate.
Can Jonathan Foster-Pedley tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Jonathan Foster-Pedley 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 Jonathan can offer.
What languages does Jonathan Foster-Pedley present in?
Jonathan Foster-Pedley delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. 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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Jonathan Foster-Pedley's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Jonathan'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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley speak at?
Jonathan Foster-Pedley can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Jonathan'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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley 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 Jonathan Foster-Pedley is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Jonathan Foster-Pedley?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jonathan Foster-Pedley, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jonathan's current availability for your dates.