Organizational Culture Speakers

Dr. Timothy R. Clark is an Oxford-trained scholar and former three-time CEO, blending academic rigor with practical executive experience. He is the founder of LeaderFactor, a global leadership consulting firm. The best-selling author of books including Epic Change and The Employee Engagement Mindset, his work is praised for its elegant simplicity and practical application. His keynotes deliver high-impact content on leadership principles, change, and innovation for corporations and government agencies worldwide.

Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry is a leading expert in the science of high performance and the co-author of the New York Times bestseller Performing Under Pressure. He provides organizations with research-based tools to overcome barriers to success. He consults with a "who's who" of Fortune 100 companies, including Goldman Sachs, Google, and Johnson & Johnson, and high-pressure groups like the US Marines and NBA/NFL teams. His keynotes, grounded in research, challenge audiences to manage the pressure that is overtaking many organizations and to master The Last 8% of critical decisions and conversations.

Bob Chapman is the Chairman and CEO of the $2.5 billion global manufacturing firm Barry-Wehmiller and a pioneer of Truly Human Leadership. Inc. magazine recently named him the #3 CEO in the world. His philosophy is based on the Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters, which documents his company’s success through caring for people like family. His keynotes provide simple, thought-provoking ideas for building meaningful work environments and integrating multiple acquisitions while maintaining equal focus on People, Purpose, and Performance.

General Bikram Singh is the former Chief of the Indian Army and a highly decorated military leader. He is an expert in strategic politico-military decision-making and leadership under pressure. The General was inducted into the US Army War College ‘Hall of Fame’ and received the ‘Legion of Merit’ from the U.S. President. His keynotes provide corporate leaders with unique insights on strategic affairs, security issues, management, and disaster management.

Dr. Raj Sisodia is the founding father of the Conscious Capitalism movement and a Distinguished University Professor at Tecnologico de Monterrey. He is the NYT bestselling co-author of Conscious Capitalism. His books, including Firms of Endearment and the Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters, detail how world-class companies profit from passion and purpose. His keynotes, delivered over 1,000 times globally, including at the White House and the Vatican, inspire leaders to awaken the conscience of business to achieve growth and healing.

R. Gopalakrishnan is a distinguished business leader and strategist with five decades of experience at Unilever and Tata Sons. He is a bestselling author of 20 books on management. An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and Harvard Business School (AMP), he advises on and holds independent directorships for major corporations. His keynotes provide practical, anecdote-rich insights on Governance and Strategy, Business in India, and Innovation, sharing the wisdom of a 50-year executive career.

Hema Ravichandar is a former Group Head and SVP of HR Development at Infosys, and a leading expert in global talent and people management strategy. She is an alumna of IIM Ahmedabad. Recognized as one of India's top 25 young executives (Business Today) and an IT Superwoman (Dataquest), she brings decades of experience from major Indian and multinational corporations. Her keynotes focus on global HR strategy, leadership in people management, and co-anchoring programs for top institutions.

Joseph Grenny is a New York Times bestselling author of Crucial Conversations and Influencer. He is a leading expert on social influence, accountability, and mastering high-stakes interactions. His presentations, grounded in rigorous research, provide audiences with the practical tools to foster a culture of open dialogue and accountability. Grenny empowers leaders to transform the way they communicate, lead, and influence to achieve remarkable outcomes in both professional and personal spheres.

Steve Cadigan is a veteran global talent strategist, best known for scaling LinkedIn from 400 to 4,000 employees and guiding its talent strategy through its IPO. He is a leading expert on the Future of Work and winning the battle for talent. His philosophy centers on the conviction that a vibrant company culture is the greatest competitive advantage. He helps organizations reframe the employer-employee relationship to focus on growth and development, empowering employees to take ownership of their careers in an increasingly unpredictable world.

Lucy Adams is a former HR Director at the BBC and the current CEO of Disruptive HR, a consultancy focused on innovating and challenging traditional HR practices. Her book, HR Disrupted: It’s Time for Something Different, provides a clear framework for solving persistent problems in HR and implementing positive change within an organization. As a speaker, she provides actionable, high-level insights on innovating HR, leadership transformation, and breaking up tired corporate conventions.

Shalini Raghunathan is a design strategist and co-founder of 3 Big Things, a behavioral design studio. With over 20 years of experience at tech giants like Autodesk and Salesforce, she is an expert in guiding digital transformation through a powerful blend of design strategy and cultural insight. A compelling keynote speaker, Shalini helps audiences learn to simplify complexity and align with purpose. She speaks on customer experience innovation, cultural transformation, and how to apply human-centered design to solve complex business challenges, empowering teams to create lasting impact.

Dr. George A. Kohlrieser is a Distinguished Professor at IMD Business School and an organizational psychologist who pioneered applying hostage negotiation techniques to corporate leadership and conflict management. The Founder and Director of IMD's flagship High Performance Leadership (HPL) Program, his book Hostage At The Table is an international bestseller. His keynotes provide senior executives with actionable strategies to resolve conflict, influence others, and build a Secure Base Leadership culture that sustains high performance.

Dr. Fons Trompenaars is a leading expert and consultant on cultural diversity and corporate culture, whose foundational book, Riding the Waves of Culture, has been translated into various languages. Named a top management consultant by Business Magazine, he helps global leaders solve complex cultural issues critical to increasing global growth and efficiency. His keynotes provide actionable strategies for navigating the 7 dimensions of culture and building truly high-performance organizations.

Fred Kofman, PhD, is a pioneer of the conscious-business philosophy and a former VP of Leadership at Google and LinkedIn. He is a bestselling author of Conscious Business, which identifies consciousness as the bedrock of organizational greatness. His presentations and books, including The Meaning Revolution, focus on helping people rediscover their passion and bravely pursue it. As a speaker, he provides actionable strategies for leaders to create businesses where every workday is an opportunity for employees to contribute meaningfully, leading to dramatic improvements in engagement and organizational performance.

David Salyers is a business leader and former Vice President at Chick-fil-A. With over 30 years of experience, he played a key role in the company's growth and helped build a world-class brand known for its exceptional customer service and strong corporate culture. He is the co-author of the book Remarkable!. As a keynote speaker, Salyers draws on his experiences to share the principles of servant leadership and purpose-driven business. He offers audiences a roadmap for creating a "remarkable" organizational culture and building lasting customer loyalty. His talks are essential for anyone looking to transform their business and inspire their team.

Jim Dethmer is the Co-author of the Amazon bestseller The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership and a founding partner at The Conscious Leadership Group. He is a top advisor who specializes in coaching over 150 CEOs on emotional intelligence and trust-rich teamwork. His presentations, including Why EQ Trumps IQ in the Workplace, provide practical evidence that emotional intelligence is the key predictor of long-term success in leadership. He teaches audiences how to end gossip, transcend drama, and harness curiosity to build peak-performing, learning-agile organizations.

Wema Hoover is a highly influential global leader and former Chief Diversity Officer at Google, Pfizer, and Sanofi. She is an expert in leveraging DEI to drive organizational and cultural transformation. Her keynotes provide practical tools for leaders on topics like Reframing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, EQ & Inclusion, and Building Diverse Talent Pipelines. She is committed to helping organizations embrace difference for enhanced innovation and to drive sustainable well-being and mental health practices.

Stoyan Yankov is a leading productivity and performance coach and the bestselling author of PERFORM and PERFORM in Times of Crisis. He specializes in building high-performance cultures and boosting team cohesion. He has collaborated with over 550 companies globally, including HP and Coca-Cola. As a speaker, his keynotes at events like Web Summit deliver a high-energy mix of strategic storytelling and practical tools to drive productivity and inspire immediate action.