

Driving innovation in businesses, successfully leading them through times of change and providing business insight at all levels—from prime ministers and CEOs to front-line staff.

"It went fantastically well, I can’t begin to tell you how good Hamish was"
"Hamish’s presentations crackle with energy and original insights that make even our group of top level, seasoned, high achieving business and public sectorleaders think “crikey: that’s inspiring! Why didn’t I think of that?” And these are people who it is hard to impress..."
"One of the best presentations I have ever seen, let alone had the good fortune to chair"
With a CV that the Times described as “takes some beating”, Hamish Taylor is an award-winning CEO whose career has taken him from international consumer goods giant Procter and Gamble, consultancy firm Price Waterhouse and British Airways to become CEO of the Channel Tunnel railway Eurostar, and then CEO of Sainsbury’s Bank … all before he was 40!
In all cases, he left behind a record of significant business growth triggered by a willingness to challenge the normal way of doing things – so much so that his advice and assistance are now sought by organisations all over the world in many different industries.
Hamish’s energetic, thought-provoking and humorous keynotes are based on a rare combination of real stories and a fantastic ability to inspire audiences with tailored advice and practical tools. Regularly featured in broadcast media, today Hamish acts as an advisor to some of the world’s largest companies (and even governments), assisting with specific innovation projects, customer focus and/or people leadership.
As the self-appointed “chief dumming down officer” in each of his roles, his approach is simple – but highly effective in delivering breakthroughs.
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With a CV that the Times described as “takes some beating”, Hamish Taylor is an award-winning CEO whose career has taken him from international consumer goods giant Procter and Gamble, consultancy firm Price Waterhouse and British Airways to become CEO of the Channel Tunnel railway Eurostar, and then CEO of Sainsbury’s Bank … all before he was 40!
In all cases, he left behind a record of significant business growth triggered by a willingness to challenge the normal way of doing things – so much so that his advice and assistance are now sought by organisations all over the world in many different industries.
Hamish’s energetic, thought-provoking and humorous keynotes are based on a rare combination of real stories and a fantastic ability to inspire audiences with tailored advice and practical tools. Regularly featured in broadcast media, today Hamish acts as an advisor to some of the world’s largest companies (and even governments), assisting with specific innovation projects, customer focus and/or people leadership.
As the self-appointed “chief dumming down officer” in each of his roles, his approach is simple – but highly effective in delivering breakthroughs.
Hamish’s keynotes will demonstrate the major breakthroughs that can be achieved by changing your approach.

Alan O’Neill, MBA, is an international change management expert, consultant and keynote speaker who helps organisations increase sales and build a high performance culture by embedding a customer centric culture and overcoming resistance to change with practical, real-world ideas. Known for his down to earth style, commercial focus and no nonsense expertise, he delivers insights audiences can apply immediately.

Marc Randolph, the startup CEO and Netflix founder, is a celebrated figure in the tech world. With a history of successful startups and a passion for mentoring, Marc Randolph, the founding CEO, has transformed industries and inspired countless entrepreneurs. Dive into the remarkable journey of founder Marc Randolph and his pivotal role in creating Netflix below.

Friederike Fabritius, a thought leader and passionate leadership expert, applies behavioural research and neuroscience perspectives to real-world insights. A bestselling author and sought-after speaker, she helps Fortune 500 companies optimise performance by understanding how the brain works, transforming executive thinking and learning for greater efficiency and success.

Cathy O’Dowd is a South African mountaineer, author, and speaker, best known as the first woman to summit Mount Everest from both the north and south sides. She shares lessons from expeditions like Everest and the Mazeno Ridge on Nanga Parbat, focusing on leadership, teamwork, resilience, and decision-making under pressure.

Oli France is a British adventurer, expedition leader and keynote speaker who has guided teams through 75 countries’ most extreme environments. He inspires corporate audiences with lessons on resilience, confidence, risk management, and leading elite teams to achieve world-class goals in high-pressure situations.

René Carayol, a seasoned business veteran and influential mentor, leverages his rich history from managing director roles and board positions to inspire and guide top corporate leaders. With a unique perspective backed by decades of experience, René offers unparalleled insights into leadership and growth.

When Mike Abrashoff took charge of the USS Benfold, he was the most junior officer in the Pacific Fleet, and the ship was one of the worst performers. Fast forward a year, and that very ship had risen to become the Navy’s best without swapping out the crew. What Michael Abrashoff achieved with the USS Benfold highlights issues that many organisations wrestle with. That’s why his story has been featured in publications like The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, he inspires others with his approach to leadership and organisational change. Book Mike for an event or workshop today.