Jonny Combe is widely known for working in marketing, customer service and management for various car merchants. From MINI to BMW, Jonny is now serving as CEO of PayByPhone and is a popular choice as a keynote speaker for a range of corporate events. Having gathered skills and experience across a variety of fields, Jonny is sought to cover topics such as innovation, leadership, influencing and customer service.
A passionate and hard-working businessman, Jonny is best known for his role as the former General Manager of Digital and Innovation for BMW Financial Services. Appointed this role when he was just 28 years old, Jonny turned heads as the youngest employee to reach such a senior level. After spending 14 years of his career with BMW, Jonny is now known as the CEO of PayByPhone UK. PayByPhone is an industry-leading payment service, and one of the world’s leading digital platforms owned by Volkswagen Financial Services.
Before reaching the heights of success with BMW, Jonny studied a BA in Marketing at the University of Stirling. Upon graduation, Jonny joined MINI as a Marketing Executive. Working here for a year, Jonny then went on to join the BMW Graduate programme, becoming a Customer Service Manager for BMW. Over the following decade, Jonny worked his way through the company and achieved many promotions. He worked as the Customer Service Support Manager for BMW Financial Services, Corporate Sales Manager and Customer Strategy Manager for BMW Group before being appointed his most significant role.
Ultimately appointed General Manager, Environment, Real Estate, Mobility and Innovation for BMW Manufacturing, Jonny spearheaded significant development for the illustrious brand. In his digital and innovation manager role, Jonny worked as a member of the team which introduced the concept of the BMW Innovation Lab and he also led the launch of the BMW Intrapreneur Lab. After being headhunted to join PayByMobile, Jonny has once again had a significant impact on the business, helping to achieve a 30% business growth and become a leading figure of the everchanging digital market.
Named as one of the UK’s Top Ten Business Gamechangers 2020, Jonny is now a popular choice as a speaker for a range of public and corporate events. Various publications have included articles about Jonny in their issues, such as the Scotsman, The Economist and HuffPost. In his proficiency as a public speaker, Jonny is booked to speak on topics such as customer service, business management, innovation, influencing and leadership. Having formerly spoken for the likes of CASS Business School, National Grid, Barclays and Disney, Jonny is the perfect choice for a variety of sectors and industries.
How to hire Jonny Combe
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When booked for events, Jonny is known to speak on the following topics:
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Influencing
- The Customer
"We found Jonny to be a professional and polished speaker. His story is one that inspires audiences with its unique and informative perspective. His entertaining and engaging presentation style stimulates audiences to explore innovation, creativity and leadership. In summary, his presentation was new, useful and well crafted"- Andy Wilkins, Honorary Senior Visiting Fellow, CASS Business School
"Humorous, honest and humble, Jonny left imprints on my thinking that I call on regularly as I seek to enable my team and organisation to strive towards meeting the innovation challenge"- Charlie Payne, Principal Business Analyst, National Grid
"It's been my total privilege to be able to listen to Jonny, never mind share the stage with him. His insights in to how to lead innovation are both highly educating and seriously entertaining. He is quick on his feet and engages well with his audience. I'd recommend him to anyone who is willing to be challenged"- Drew Povey, Executive Head and Leadership Guru, Harrop Fold School Greater Manchester
"A refreshing view about traditional corporate dynamics and how they can be challenged properly. Plus a great example of creating innovative approaches to current business through start up engagement. After Jonny's talk I felt inspired and strengthened for our ongoing efforts behind our transformation journey"- Angel Perez, Senior Director Marketing, Commercial Operations, Europe and Canada Eli Lilly
"Jonny Combe has spoken twice at our conferences about the digitisation of auto finance, and both time he was ranked as our best speaker. He is energetic, engaging, thought provoking and able to challenge an audience to look at what is happening with a new perspective. I have no hesitation in recommending him to you"- Edward Peck, CEO of Asset Finance International
