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Associate Dean and Professor at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Researcher, Advisor, Teacher

Jonathan Trevor is a noted management researcher, author, advisor, speaker and teacher on strategy and organisation. Jonathan is Professor of Management Practice and Associate Dean for Practice and Affiliates at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He teaches on international executive education programmes and the Oxford MBA, Management Diplomas, and... Read more

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Popular Talks by Jonathan Trevor

  • Business purpose and performance
  • Strategy and organisational effectiveness
  • Strategic alignment: aligning purpose, strategy, and capability
  • Strategic thinking and leadership opportunity
  • Strategic integration of AI and people
  • Future of work and next-generation organisation
  • Change and business transformation

Biography

Jonathan Trevor is a noted management researcher, author, advisor, speaker and teacher on strategy and organisation.

Jonathan is Professor of Management Practice and Associate Dean for Practice and Affiliates at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He teaches on international executive education programmes and the Oxford MBA, Management Diplomas, and Executive MBA.

Jonathan is the author of Align: A Leadership Blueprint for Aligning Purpose, Strategy and Organisation (2019) and Re:Align: A Leadership Blueprint to Overcome Disruption and Improve Performance (2022).

He consults extensively to executive leadership teams in all sectors and internationally to apply his research to help them to transform their organisations to be fit for purpose.

Jonathan’s thought leadership is published in leading journals, including Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan Management Review. His research regularly features in the media, and he has provided expert comment for the Financial Times, BBC, Wall Street Journal, CNN and Forbes.

He is a Visiting Professor at Waseda Business School, Waseda University, Tokyo; a Subject Matter Expert on Organisational Effectiveness at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, British Army; a Special Advisor at White and Black Legal LLP; and was the 2022 Shimomura Fellow at the Development Bank of Japan, Tokyo.

Previously he was a Lecturer at the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School and a Governing Body Fellow of Downing College, Cambridge. Before his academic career, Jonathan worked as a management consultant in a major international firm and has served in various non-executive director roles.

He holds a PhD in management studies from the University of Cambridge and received a full Economic Social Research Council scholarship; he was also a visiting doctoral student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management under a full scholarship.

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What clients say about Jonathan Trevor

"A unique blend of practical insights and academic research make this a definitive guide to enterprise alignment. Align is a core read for every business leader." Global Managing Partner Emeritus, McKinsey & Company
"When the business community finds the right balance between customers, employees, communities and shareholders, society as a whole benefits. The key to this is alignment, and Jonathan Trevor’s book provides a unique insight into why holistic management has become so crucial." CEO, UBS Group AG
‘The success of any enterprise is highly dependent upon the effective alignment of its various elements. Align is the essential guide for any business leader looking to master this process.’ CEO and founder, CreditEase
‘A tour de force. Jonathan Trevor argues powerfully that the alignment of purpose, strategy and organization are the bedrock of successful performance. He provides a wealth of examples and sets out the questions which leaders need to ask if they are to overcome disruption and intense competition.’ former Cabinet Secretary and former Head of the Home Civil Service
‘Today’s C-suites are well-advised to heed Jonathan Trevor’s distinctive wisdom and method. More and more, we see business leaders caught out by inconsistency and gaps between their beliefs and their behaviour. If you want to build a thriving company in our increasingly complex and unpredictable world, you have to take a holistic approach to your company’s values, strategy and structures. Greater alignment can undoubtedly help secure lasting success.’ CEO Unilever (2009–19) and co-author of Net Positive

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How do I book Jonathan Trevor for a keynote speech?

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What are Jonathan Trevor's speaking fees?

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What topics does Jonathan Trevor speak about?

Jonathan Trevor speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Business & Management, Change, Future of Work. 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 Trevor available for international events?

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Does Jonathan Trevor 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 Trevor 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 Trevor?

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 Trevor tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

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What languages does Jonathan Trevor present in?

Jonathan Trevor 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 Trevor a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Jonathan Trevor's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Business & Management, Change, Future of Work. 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 Trevor speak at?

Jonathan Trevor can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Business & Management, Change, Future of Work 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 Trevor 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 Trevor is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Jonathan Trevor?

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