Graham Allcott Keynote Speaker

Founder, Think Productive (launched 2009)
Author of 'KIND,:The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work'
Creator of the “Talking Kindness” Summit (2024)

Graham Allcott's Biography

Graham Allcott is an author and entrepreneur with deep expertise in productivity, focus, and modern workplace performance. He is the author of multiple influential books, including the international bestseller How to Be a Productivity Ninja, How to Have the Energy, How to Fix Meetings, and his latest, KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work. These titles showcase Graham’s practical insights on maintaining focus, tackling information overload, and nurturing a people-first approach to organisational success.

In 2009, Graham founded Think Productive, a professional development firm that has become the go-to for companies such as Amazon, Disney, British Airways, eBay, and the British Red Cross. With offices spanning the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UAE, and the Netherlands, Think Productive designs globally acclaimed solutions that help teams work smarter, not harder.

Earlier in his career, he co-founded Intervol, an international student volunteering charity, served as Chief Executive of Student Volunteering England, led volunteering at the University of Birmingham, and advised the UK Government on youth volunteering policy. In his spare time, Graham is a DJ with a passion for jazz, rare groove, and electronic music. A devoted Aston Villa season ticket holder and Toronto Blue Jays fan, he brings humour, warmth, and hard-won insight to every speaking engagement.

Smarter, Not Harder: Practical Strategies for Modern Productivity

The Quiet Power of Kindness: Building a Human-Centred Culture

Time Management, Stress Reduction, and Beating Burnout

Creating Meaningful Meetings: How to Fix the Worst Part of Your Day

The Future of Work: Embracing Well-being in an Evolving Workplace

He helps organisations improve productivity, focus and performance by equipping teams with practical strategies to work smarter, prioritise effectively and thrive in today’s fast-paced workplace.
He translates the challenges of modern work, from information overload to meeting fatigue, into simple, actionable frameworks that help individuals and teams achieve more with less stress.
He combines the perspective of a bestselling author and entrepreneur, drawing on years of experience helping global organisations build more productive, engaged and effective workplace cultures.
As the founder of Think Productive, he has helped organisations around the world develop better ways of working, enabling leaders and teams to improve collaboration, time management and sustainable performance.
His keynotes help organisations create healthier, more focused workplaces by combining practical productivity techniques with a people-first approach to leadership, collaboration and long-term success.