Speakers & Experts of Knowledge Club 2025-2026
Peter Docker
Leading from the Jumpseat
Peter Docker
Leading from the JumpseatPeter Docker is a co-author of Find Your Why (with global sales exceeding 660,000 copies) and the author of Leading from the Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control. He was previously a founding Igniter at Simon Sinek Inc., where he helped organizations uncover and live their “Why.” Peter served for 25 years as a senior officer and professional pilot in the UK’s Royal Air Force, including active service during the liberation of Kuwait. He has operated as a Force Commander in combat flying operations and served across the globe. His military career has included flying the British Prime Minister, leading aviation training and standards organizations, teaching postgraduates at the UK Defence College, and overseeing multibillion-dollar international procurement projects. He also worked as a crisis manager and international negotiator for the UK government. Drawing on his extensive military background and over 17 years of experience working with organizations worldwide, Peter now focuses on helping leaders build trust, unlock potential, and empower others by “leading from the jumpseat.” As a trained leadership consultant and executive coach, Peter has advised senior leaders across 94 countries in industries such as oil & gas, construction, mining, healthcare, banking, hospitality, media, and manufacturing. His clients include Google, Four Seasons Hotels, GE Healthcare, Accenture, EY, American Express, NBCUniversal, Baylor Scott & White, ASOS, and more than 100 others.
Ben Whitter
The Holistic Employee Experience (HEX)
Ben Whitter
The Holistic Employee Experience (HEX)Ben Whitter is a globally recognized thought leader and pioneer in the field of Employee Experience (EX). He is the author of three ground-breaking books—Employee Experience (2019), Human Experience at Work (2021), and Employee Experience Strategy (2023)—that have shaped global best practices in leadership and culture. Named by Thinkers50 as one of the world’s leading management thinkers, Ben was also a finalist for the Talent Management Distinguished Achievement Award. His multi-award-winning HEX model has reached millions and been adopted by organizations including L'Oréal, Sanofi, Unilever, Chevron, and GSK. As a keynote speaker, coach, and advisor, Ben has delivered impactful sessions in 40+ countries, and his insights have been featured in Forbes, BBC, The Economist, The Times, and top HR publications. Ben continues to inspire leaders and organizations to build meaningful, human-centred experiences that unlock both performance and purpose.
Betsy Myers
Lead with Impact: Balancing Insight & Intuition
Betsy Myers
Lead with Impact: Balancing Insight & IntuitionBetsy Myers is a globally recognized leadership expert, best-selling author, and keynote speaker with over 30 years of experience spanning government, academia, and the corporate world. She served as Senior Advisor to Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, where she led major initiatives on women’s leadership and inclusion, and played a pivotal role as Chief Operating Officer of Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign, one of the most historic political operations of our time. In the academic world, Betsy founded the Center for Women & Business at Bentley University and was the Executive Director of the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, where she collaborated with top global leaders on values-based leadership development. Her approach blends practical experience with research-based insight, helping leaders develop emotional intelligence, purpose-driven influence, and authentic presence. Betsy is the author of the acclaimed book Take the Lead: Motivate, Inspire, and Bring Out the Best in Yourself and Everyone Around You, which offers a powerful guide to building confidence, connection, and credibility as a leader. Today, she works with global organizations across industries—including MIT Sloan, Deloitte, Barclays, Genentech, Bridgestone, and more—empowering leaders to navigate complexity with clarity and lead with true impact.
Warren Cass
Culture, Cognition & the Future of Work
Warren Cass
Culture, Cognition & the Future of WorkWarren Cass is an international keynote speaker, best-selling author of Influence: How to Raise Your Profile, Manage Your Reputation and Get Noticed, and co-founder of the Hivemind Group. With 30+ years at the forefront of business growth, Warren helps leaders—from global corporates to Gulf-based startups turn complex people dynamics into strategic influence. His workshops combine behavioral psychology, practical frameworks, and real-world case studies, especially from his Middle East client base. Drawing from his second book, everyday TRANSFORMATION, Warren equips executives to gain buy-in, shape culture, and move strategy from concept to action. A straight-talking, results-driven facilitator, Warren has delivered leadership programs, incubators, and thought leadership globally. He has also built and sold multiple businesses across technology, digital services, and events, giving him a broad, hands-on understanding of business at every level. His upcoming book, Deep Influence, explores how leaders can communicate in ways that resonate, align, and inspire.
Laurence Harvey
Conflict Intelligence for Leaders
Laurence Harvey
Conflict Intelligence for LeadersWith over 32 years of experience in Learning & Development, Laurence Harvey is a dynamic facilitator, speaker, and coach specializing in conflict intelligence, inclusion, and unconscious bias. A former UK police officer with 12 years of frontline service, Laurence began his career delivering conflict avoidance, physical intervention, and personal safety training—laying the foundation for his lifelong commitment to safer, more inclusive environments. Laurence has worked with a wide range of clients across the public and private sectors, including FTSE 100 boards, global HR teams, leading universities, and non-profit organizations. He has successfully trained the board and 300 senior executives of a global corporation to lead a worldwide initiative on responsible behavior and supported a top manufacturing company in designing and delivering a transformative ""Respect at Work"" program. For the past 20 years, Laurence has delivered thousands of high-impact workshops that blend behavioral insight with practical application. His sessions are known for being thought-provoking, emotionally engaging, and deeply relevant—equipping leaders and teams with the tools to navigate conflict, address bias, and build inclusive cultures. Laurence brings deep expertise in human behavior and emotional triggers, helping individuals recognize how personal attitudes influence interactions, decision-making, and team dynamics.
Happiness Effect Conference (HEC)
Happiness Effect Conference (HEC)
Happiness Effect Conference (HEC)
Happiness Effect Conference (HEC)The Happiness Effect Conference (HEC) returns for its 7th annual edition, bringing together a powerful lineup of global thought leaders, workplace experts, and senior decision-makers to explore the evolving role of well-being and purpose in the modern workplace. In today’s fast-changing environment, where burnout and stress are rising and workforce expectations are shifting, this year’s conference focuses on how organizations can build healthy, resilient, and engaging cultures. Attendees will gain insights and practical strategies to foster psychological safety, emotional agility, and meaningful connection key drivers of lasting success. Through inspiring keynotes, real-world case studies, and interactive panel discussions, participants will learn how to lead with empathy, create inclusive environments, and embed well-being at the heart of their organizational DNA.
- Future-ready strategies to boost morale, retention, and performance
- Tools to integrate well-being and inclusion into daily work life
- Insights into the neuroscience and psychology behind effective leadership
- Real-world examples from organizations successfully transforming their cultures
- Inspiration to lead with resilience, purpose, and empathy
Paul Rigby
Leadership Facilitator | Certified Master Consultant | BEE Suite of Workshops
Paul Rigby
Leadership Facilitator | Certified Master Consultant | BEE Suite of WorkshopsPaul Rigby is the driving force behind the BEE suite of products, a collection of seven interconnected workshops that include Bee Engaged™, Bee Ready for Change™, Bee Innovative™, Bee A Great Leader™, Bee An Intrapreneur™, Bee Relevant™, and Bee Ready for Digital Business Transformation™. Using his bestselling Bee Book series as a foundation, Paul ensures a common language and theme across all disciplines of his teachings, helping organizations embed consistent change, leadership, and innovation practices. With over 35,000 participants across 60+ countries, Paul has delivered keynote addresses and interactive workshops globally — spanning multinational corporations, government entities, SMEs, business schools, and non-profits. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator at international conferences and regularly consults with business partners to support their change, innovation, leadership, and employee engagement efforts. Paul’s engaging style and practical frameworks empower organizations to thrive through transformation, agility, and human-centered leadership.
CORPORATE OLYMPICS
CORPORATE OLYMPICS
CORPORATE OLYMPICS
CORPORATE OLYMPICSStep beyond the ordinary and immerse your team in the 4th Corporate Olympics is an exhilarating day designed to challenge minds, energize bodies, and strengthen bonds. This unique event combines dynamic physical challenges with immersive business simulation sessions, creating a powerful environment for teams to collaborate, compete, and innovate together. Participants will navigate real-world business scenarios in our simulations, testing strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure while also engaging in action-packed challenges that foster communication, resilience, and teamwork. Why Participate? Our Corporate Olympics program is crafted to help your team:
- Sharpen problem-solving skills
- Improve communication
- Build trust and teamwork
- Develop leadership
Alexander Bell
Leading with Attention Intelligence
Alexander Bell
Leading with Attention IntelligenceAlexander Bell is a global keynote speaker and thought leader in technology, productivity, and human connection. Inspired by his journey as a serial entrepreneur and father of three growing up in a tech-saturated world, Alexander helps people and organizations explore the impact of technology on our daily lives. In his engaging keynotes and seminars, he blends humour, history, and science to reveal the 7 rules that define our relationship with technology. At just 20, he launched his first company, growing it into a million-pound PLC. He later worked with the international tech charity Practical Action, leading collaborations with IBM, His Royal Highness King Charles III, and Business in the Community. Before turning 30, he co-founded a second startup and partnered with Google to bring Street View indoors. He then spent over a decade in Virtual Reality as Managing Director of Reality Media Group, working with clients like Warner Bros., where he captured Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley in a 360° VR experience. But it was a conversation with his 7-year-old son that sparked a new mission: helping people rethink their relationship with technology. Today, Alexander travels the world sharing his Attention Intelligence® and Tech Rules® frameworks—empowering teams and leaders to improve mindset, boost performance, and build healthier digital habits.
Mimi Nicklin
Connected Leadership: Transforming Culture Through Empathy and Influence
Mimi Nicklin
Connected Leadership: Transforming Culture Through Empathy and InfluenceWith the goal of reconnecting 1 Million people in empathy, everywhere, Mimi Nicklin is an internationally bestselling author and the multi- award winning Founder of the world’s widest-reaching empathy training & engagement platform. Recognized as the Number 1 Workplace Wellbeing Leader in Malaysia on LinkedIn, Mimi is omnipresent in the media, including recently appearing live on the BBC to 85 million people. Having recently appeared on stage with Bill Gates, she is an experienced executive consultant, and the globe's leading thought leader advocating for the movement to create more empathy in our workplaces and world. Ranked as the Number 12 Female Influencer on LinkedIn Malaysia, she has trained over 20,000+ professionals in Fortune 500 organizations globally in Listening-Led Leadership and has recently been awarded Malaysian Female Leader 2024 and Top 45 Sri Lankan Leader 2024. Mimi specializes in Listening-Led, Empathetic Leadership, Multi-Generational Engagement, Psychological Safety and Inclusion. With a charismatic and infectiously passionate stage presence, Mimi is a full-time Keynote Speaker and is as charismatic as she is passionate about her global mission.