John Amaechi Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker on Inclusive and Transformational Leadership
Best-Selling New York Times Author of ‘Man in the Middle – My Life In and Out of Bounds’
Renowned Organisational Psychologist and Advisor to FTSE 100 Boards, Named by HR Magazine as One of ‘HR’s Most Influential Thinkers’

John Amaechi's Biography

John Amaechi OBE is a world-renowned organisational psychologist, bestselling author, and Professor of Leadership at the University of Exeter Business School. As the founder of APS Intelligence Ltd., John leads a global team that transforms leaders and cultures by combining cutting-edge behavioural science with psychological insight. His bespoke programmes aren’t about quick fixes- they drive sustainable growth, ethical leadership, and organisational well-being.

From his roots in Stockport, near Manchester, to becoming the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA, John’s personal journey exemplifies resilience and ambition. Inspired by his mother’s words “The most unlikely of people in the most improbable of circumstances can become extraordinary” John has spent his career challenging expectations and helping others unlock their potential.

An adviser to FTSE 100 boards, a LinkedIn Top Voice, and the recipient of the Sport Industry Integrity and Impact Award, John is recognised as one of the most influential voices in leadership and organisational culture. John is the author of two internationally best-selling books that inspire leaders worldwide. His latest book, It’s Not Magic: The Ordinary Skills of Exceptional Leaders, builds on this foundation, equipping leaders with practical tools to navigate complexity, empower teams and achieve extraordinary results through everyday, repeatable skills that create exceptional leaders.

Leadership, culture and organisational transformation

High performance teams and psychological safety

Inclusive leadership and workplace belonging

Resilience, mindset and unlocking human potential

Ethical leadership and sustainable organisational growth

He is a globally respected organisational psychologist and leadership expert who helps organisations build healthier, higher-performing cultures..
He translates behavioural science and psychology into practical strategies for leadership, inclusion, resilience and organisational transformation.
He brings exceptional credibility through his work advising FTSE 100 boards, leading APS Intelligence and his experience as the first Briton to play in the NBA.
He is a compelling and thought-provoking speaker who combines intellectual rigour with powerful storytelling and real-world insight.
His insights equip leaders to create ethical, inclusive and high-performing environments where people and organisations can thrive.