Leo Johnson is a leading authority on transformational leadership and strategic innovation, with extensive experience in guiding universities through systemic disruptions. He is a Lecturer and Business Fellow at Oxford University’s Smith School of Enterprise & Environment, lecturing in Transformational Leadership at Oxford’s most applied for graduate programme. His expertise... Read more
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Leo Johnson is a leading authority on transformational leadership and strategic innovation, with extensive experience in guiding universities through systemic disruptions. He is a Lecturer and Business Fellow at Oxford University’s Smith School of Enterprise & Environment, lecturing in Transformational Leadership at Oxford’s most applied for graduate programme.
His expertise focuses on the intersection of global megatrends and business resilience, advising higher education leaders among others, on navigating challenges such as digital transformation, the challenges of sustainability demographic shifts, and the integration of AI-driven technologies into academic and operational frameworks.
The former head of PwC’s Disruption & Innovation team, Johnson’s advisory work emphasises practical strategies for institutions grappling with new pedagogic needs, declining enrolment, Technology enabled competition, cybersecurity threats, and financial sustainability.
Johnson’s publications, including “The Turnaround Challenge” (Oxford University Press), explore technological paradigm shifts and solutions for universities facing rapid technological, societal and demographic change.
Through FutureProofing, his BBC series on innovation and megatrends, Johnson analyses how higher education can leverage emerging technologies like augmented reality, AI-powered learning analytics and block chain enabled micro credits to enhance student outcomes. He is now engaged in an innovative project to reshape the business school curriculum towards sustainability.
His novel research on the “Paradox of Intent” at Oxford identifies Institutional threat rigidity and leadership barriers that hinder institutions from transforming.
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Leo Johnson'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 Leo tailored to your event.
Leo Johnson speaks on Cities & Environment, Digital, Digital Trends, Future & Technology, Sustainability. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Leo to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Leo Johnson for events worldwide, subject to Leo's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Leo Johnson is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
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 Leo can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Leo Johnson 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 Leo can offer.
Leo Johnson 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.
Leo Johnson's areas of expertise include Cities & Environment, Digital, Digital Trends, Future & Technology, Sustainability. To get a clear sense of Leo'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.
Leo Johnson can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Cities & Environment, Digital, Digital Trends, Future & Technology, Sustainability is relevant. Details of Leo'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.
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 Leo Johnson is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Leo Johnson, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Leo's current availability for your dates.