Nashater Deu Solheim Keynote Speaker

Dr. Nashater Deu Solheim is a forensic psychologist, leadership strategist, and the CEO of Progressing Minds. A trusted advisor to leaders and organisations worldwide, she brings more than 25 years of experience in leadership, influence, and negotiation across government, corporate, and entrepreneurial sectors. Her rare combination of scientific rigour and executive experience allows her to translate complex psychology into actionable leadership strategies.

She is the author of The Leadership PIN Code: Unlocking the Key to Willing and Winning Relationships—an HBR recommended title that debuted on Forbes’ 2020 list of “8 Books That Make You Reconsider the Way You Manage Relationships.” In her book, Nashater explores how leaders can build trust, drive performance, and lead with empathy while navigating challenging human dynamics.

Nashater’s expertise stems from an extraordinary career that spans working with psychopaths in clinical forensic settings, serving military teams, and advising senior leaders in global business. She has held executive roles in HR, strategy, and leadership development across international corporations and SMEs, giving her a profound understanding of leadership in action.

A TEDx speaker whose talk “What Working with Psychopaths Taught Me About Leadership” has reached over one million views, Nashater captivates audiences with her engaging insights into the psychology of influence, trust, and decision-making. Trained as an Expert Negotiator at Harvard Law School and holding a doctorate in Psychology from the UK, she is also a skilled moderator on international stages, facilitating thought-provoking discussions with authority and warmth.