PY Gerbeau

PY Gerbeau is a highly regarded French businessman and keynote speaker known for his remarkable ability to transform struggling businesses into thriving enterprises. With a career spanning several decades, PY has successfully led nine business turnarounds, earning him the reputation of a "Business Turnaround CEO." His expertise as a speaker in business transformation, leadership, and entrepreneurship is sought after worldwide, as he draws on his extensive experience in corporate rescue and business strategy to offer invaluable insights to his audiences.

One of PY's most notable achievements was his role as Chief Executive of the Millennium Dome in London, where he faced the daunting challenge of reviving the attraction after it suffered from low visitor numbers, negative publicity, and financial difficulties. Under his leadership, the Dome saw a remarkable recovery, attracting over six million visitors and significantly improving its financial standing. His success in this role came after being recommended by Michael Eisner, then CEO of The Walt Disney Company, to UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. PY's leadership style is characterised by decisive management, firm values, and the ability to lead teams with agility and accountability, principles he frequently discusses in his keynote speeches.

PY's career in business transformation began with his impactful work at Euro Disney, where he served as Vice-President of Park Operations and Attractions. At a time when the park was struggling, Py's strategic direction played a crucial role in establishing it as Europe's leading visitor attraction. His dynamic approach to leadership, rooted in his early days as a professional ice hockey player and captain of the French Olympic team, instilled in him a sense of drive, commitment, and resilience—traits that have become hallmarks of his business philosophy. He later went on to lead X-Leisure, successfully overseeing its sale to Land Securities after transforming it into a profitable venture with popular destinations like Xscape indoor ski slopes and Brighton Marina.

In addition to his leadership roles, PY is also a Visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Rescue at London Business School and Imperial College. His talks are uniquely tailored to resonate with diverse industries, drawing on his deep knowledge of the leisure sector while offering valuable lessons on agility, risk management, and transformational leadership. Currently, he serves as the President of the French Ice Hockey Federation. His continued success in the business world reinforces Py Gerbeau’s status as an influential thought leader and a highly effective keynote speaker.