Paul Gibbons is a renowned expert in organisational leadership and change management, combining insights from behavioural science, philosophy, and business to guide leaders through complex challenges. He is particularly known for debunking myths in management and applying evidence-based practices to leadership and change. His book, “The Science of Organisational Change”, is highly regarded for its use of behavioural science to address modern organisational challenges and is considered one of the top works in the field. When hired as a keynote speaker, Paul addresses topics such as the human side of AI, ethics, future of work, leadership, and behavioural science.
Educated at the University of Wisconsin and University of London, Paul has led has a diverse career. His resume is rife with prominent roles at leading organisations such as Morgan Stanley and Mitsubishi. In addition to serving as a Strategic Advisory & Senior Consultant for Financial Risk Management at PwC, Paul has been a Senior Academic Advisor at Deloitte and Partner of the Talent and Transformation at IBM. He also founded Future Considerations, a leadership boutique, and has been involved in various teaching roles at business schools in the US and UK. His expertise is sought after by global corporations, including Microsoft, Google, and HSBC.
Paul’s books have solidified his status as a thought leader today, often ranked alongside distinguished organisational behaviour experts such as Adam Grant and Amy Edmondson. “Impact”, “The Spirituality of Work & Leadership”, & most recently, “The Future of Change Management” are some of his most celebrated works. Paul addresses key challenges such as creating ethical cultures, driving real behavioural change, and making data-driven decisions in businesses. He emphasises the importance of integrating philosophy and science in leadership, arguing that they offer crucial tools for addressing today’s organisational issues.
In addition to his business insights, Paul has a rich academic background, including studies in organisational behaviour, neuroscience, and philosophy. He has been an Adjunct Professor at University of Surrey, Adjunct Lecturer of Business Ethics are UW School of Business, and a Professor at the University of Denver. Additionally, Paul has ventured into podcasting, where he explores leadership and philosophy in greater depth. As host of the Think Bigger, Think Better podcast, Paul speaks with leading entrepreneurs, scientists, scholars and leaders about leadership, technology, politics and behavioural science. Available to speak extensively on these subjects, Paul is a highly sought-after keynote speaker for corporate events. He is bound to teach your audience new ways to achieve business success. Hire Paul Gibbons today!
Books
The Science of Organisational Change
The Spirituality of Work and Leadership
The Future of Change Management
Reboot Your Life
How to hire Paul Gibbons
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Paul Gibbons' official speaker topics are listed below:
- What is (Or Should Be) the Purpose of Business? What Should Leaders Learn about Culture Change?
- Behavioural Science is the Key to Change Success
- Generative AI & the Future of Work
- 21st Century Behavioural Change Strategy
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
“It was great to hear a public intellectual who could make things practical.” - Patric, SVP, Glaxo Smith Kline
“A Peter Drucker for the 21st-century — perhaps even more profound.” - Robert, SVP, ABN-Amro
“Paul is that rarest of birds, an intellectual in a business school." - Dan, Chair, Institute for Enterprise Ethics
“Paul Gibbons applies science and practical wisdom to organisational culture – a charlatan-filled domain.” - Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor, Stanford Business School
“The only thing that could have been improved is if we had had Paul Gibbons for all three days.” - Tonit, VP, Harley Davidson
“We didn’t hear what we wanted to hear, we heard what we needed to hear.” - Simon, Chairman, KPMG
“This was the best event of its kind that I have been to. And I’ve been to hundreds.” - Doug, CEO, Child Support Agency
- 2024 – Author of “The Future of Change Management: Collected Essays from Leading Thinkers and Practitioners”
- 2023 – Host of Think Bigger, Think Better podcast
- 2021 – Partner, IBM
- 2021 – Senior Academic Advisor, Deloitte
- 2020 – Author of “The Spirituality of Work & Leadership: Finding Meaning, Joy, and Purpose in What You Do”
- 2019 – Author of “Impact: 21st Century Change Management, Behavioural Science, Digital Transformation, and the Future of Work”
- 2019 – Author of “The Science of Organisational Change: How Leaders Set Strategy, Change Behaviour, and Create an Agile Culture”
- 2015 – Member of the Microsoft’s Distinguished Author Program
- 2013 – Professor of Practice, University of Denver
- 2013 – Author of “Reboot Your Life: A 12-day Program for Ending Stress, Realising Your Goals, and Being More Productive”
- 2010 – Adjunct Lecturer of Business Ethics, UW School of Business
- 2001 – Founder, CEO & Chairman, Future Considerations
- 1999 – Adjunct Professor, University of Surrey
- 1999 – Visiting Scholar, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1994 – Senior Consultant on Financial Risk Management, PwC
- 1993 – Strategic Advisor, PwC
- 1983 – Head of Money Market Sales and Trading, Mitsubishi UFJ Securities
- 1982 – Money Market Trader, Credit Suisse