Patrick Harris is the definitive ‘blue sky’ thinker, underpinned by a drive to reach practical, workable solutions. At the end of the 1990s, Patrick was instrumental in devising Telecom giant Orange’s cutting-edge business strategy, working directly for the legendary CEO Hans Snook. As co-architect and founding member of the Orange... Read more
Patrick Harris is the definitive ‘blue sky’ thinker, underpinned by a drive to reach practical, workable solutions. At the end of the 1990s, Patrick was instrumental in devising Telecom giant Orange’s cutting-edge business strategy, working directly for the legendary CEO Hans Snook.
As co-architect and founding member of the Orange Strategic Think Tank, his vision helped set the multi-million pound agenda for some 30,000 employees in 20 countries. Patrick has stamped his creative imprimatur on projects for some of the biggest names in business, government and education. His high profile projects have won him acclaim in the national and business press such as The Times, The Journal of Brand Management and the European Foundation for Management Development.
However, Patrick’s flair for high concept strategy is tempered with a hard-nosed realism. Patrick served his apprenticeship in heavy industry. His first job after graduating from university in 1988 was Maintenance Planner for Cajun Electric Power in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Disaster planning for a 1,800 megawatt powerstation has given Patrick a keen appreciation of bottom-line practicalities.
Although a recognised expert on telecommunications, Patrick is nothing if not versatile. His work is in demand across the entire spectrum of professional life. Recent briefs have dealt with scientific issues for The UK Department of Business,Innovation and Skills, organisational change at RIBA and strategy development for Finlays.
Patrick is now a director of his own futures consultancy, and his work is primarily on strategic foresight – understanding the macro futures environment and developing company-specific strategic responses to the implications seen.
In 2009 Patrick published his first book, “The Truth About Creativity”.
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Patrick Harris'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 Patrick tailored to your event.
Patrick Harris 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 Patrick to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Patrick Harris for events worldwide, subject to Patrick'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 Patrick Harris 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 Patrick can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Patrick Harris 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 Patrick can offer.
Patrick Harris 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.
Patrick Harris's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Patrick'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.
Patrick Harris 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 Patrick'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 Patrick Harris 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 Patrick Harris, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Patrick's current availability for your dates.