Paul Spiers

Recoding Leadership and Culture for the Age of AI

How to build a culture of intrapreneurship that drives innovation

Leading & Building a Culture of Human & AI Co-Creation

Why becoming an ‘Architect of Inquiry’ is the Key to Thriving as a Leader in an Era of Constant Transformation

Guiding leaders on how to transition from one-dimensional strategies to building a meaningful legacy in business

Understanding the impact of technology on creativity and innovation in the digital age

TESTIMONIALS 

Paul Spiers, Keynote speaker, Conference & Roundtable Facilitator,  Host of top 5% global podcast: The New P&L – Principles &  Leadership in Business podcast series  

Founder, The New P&L Institute  

KEYNOTE 

Executive Director, IUS LABORIS: “We had the privilege of having Paul as a keynote speaker at our Annual  Congress in Milan, which brought together more than 190 lawyers from around the world. Paul’s keynote on  innovation, impact and transformation was a highlight of the event and left a lasting impression on all  delegates. He captivated our international audience with his clear completing storytelling and practical  insights. His ability to make complex ideas accessible landed really well with our legal professionals. His  expertise and engaging style made a significant impact, and we highly recommend him for any organisations or  event seeking to inspire cultural change. We look forward to welcoming Paul back in the future.” 

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Co-organiser of AI<>BA 2024 Summit: “Paul captivated the audience at AIBA 2024 in Poland with a thought provoking and highly engaging keynote. Exploring the critical intersection of rapid technological  transformation and cultural cohesion, he shed light on how businesses can avoid alienation and build brands  powered by inclusivity and human potential in an AI-driven age. His talk was very inspirational and so well presented—it was the best opener of the conference we could have had! Drawing on his expertise, Paul  delivered invaluable insights with clarity and passion, setting the perfect tone for the rest of the event.” 

WORKSHOP 

Global Head of HR, The Customization Group: “Paul facilitated the Champions of Change workshop for our  Leadership Team in Cologne. The session guided us through Paul’s powerful frameworks and guidance not only  deepened our understanding of leadership in the age of AI but also strengthened our senior leaders’ ability to  shape their teams’ mindsets toward embracing an AI-driven way of working. With his engaging, insightful  approach, Paul equipped us with the skills needed to foster an AI-first environment across our organization. Thanks to Paul, we are now better prepared to champion ongoing change, inspire confidence, and unlock new  opportunities as we navigate the future of work.” 

ROUNDTABLE FACILITATION  

Business Solution Consultant, Adobe: “Paul hosted a super engaging evening for Adobe co-hosted  by Merkle on why AI and automation signal a golden opportunity for the content supply chain. He  created an inclusive, open and welcoming atmosphere. Throughout the whole evening he seamlessly  guided the conversation, insured everyone was involved in the conversation and brought in  interesting point of views to spark another round of conversation. Would love for Paul to host  another event like this again!” 

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CEO, Go Henry: “A great keynote from Paul on Transactional to Transformative Leadership. He  challenged us to think about leadership differently. I took away ideas to mull over and consider  about my own leadership style and some useful, practical ideas to discuss with my team. Love it  when someone can “give you the words” to express concepts clearly and concisely – it makes it  simple to remember and most importantly, to communicate them onwards.” 

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Transformation Director, Tech Startup: “Paul delivered an insightful virtual keynote to our senior  leadership team during our offsite. His ‘Champions of Change’ model landed superbly with our team  and was a fantastic way start the week. Paul embodies a calm but confident demeanour and was  able to bring simplicity to what is a fast-changing landscape in the tech world. My only comment  would be, I wish we had him in person! 

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Head of Culture and Employee Experience, Westminster City Council: “I highly recommend Paul for  anyone seeking an insightful speaker on transformational leadership and purpose. Paul’s ability to  captivate an audience with thought-provoking insights and real-world examples was brilliant. His  keynote presentation left a lasting impact on our SLT, sparking important conversations and starting  us on our journey to drive us towards our collective purpose.” 

WORKSHOP 

Change Director, University of Leeds: “I’ve been in a couple of Workshop sessions with Paul and his  insight and motivations are clear and infectious. It has definitely been eye-opening and thought provoking and would recommend others to reach out. Of particular note have been the challenges  around change & transformational leadership, looking at the type of leader you need to be in  contrast to the one you are, and the associated improvement journey.” 

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Board member & Vice President, Silesian Startup Foundation: “Paul’s opening keynote at the AI<>BA  2024 in Katowice, Poland, was our best choice as organizers. As the conference was about AI adoption in  business, Paul highlighted the most important issue in this topic, meaning leadership and human approach to  the technology revolution. His insights were well thought out and inspiring to our attendees.” 

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Chair at AMEC: “I had the pleasure of meeting Paul at the 2024 AMEC Global Summit in Sofia,  Bulgaria, where he provided the closing keynote to the two-day communications industry event.  Paul spoke eloquently about why curiosity is critical to business success and what leaders can do to  re-engage their curiosity for organisational success. The last session is always the toughest and Paul  owned the audience to the last minute. Legend!” 

WEBINAR 

Online Events Manager, The Recruitment Network: “Paul hosted a super engaging and thought provoking webinar for The Recruitment Network on how to build a culture based on entrepreneurs  in a scaling business. He was clear, calm, and provide an incredible framework on how any business  can create a culture of ‘Mavericks’ to propel their business forward. We will certainly be inviting Paul  back to TRN for more powerful webinars in the future.” 

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Managing Director, IRM UK: “Paul keynoted at our Business Change & Transformation Conference  Europe 2023 and was very well received by delegates. He was one of the highest scoring speakers of  the event. Feedback included: ‘Engaging and fascinating’; ‘brilliant speaker, very engaging’; ‘Inspiring  content and practical calls to action’; ‘Confident delivery and very knowledgeable about subject’ I  have no hesitation in recommending Paul as a keynote speaker. He was also a pleasure to work with,  I hope we can work together again in the future.” 

PODCAST GUEST 

Keiran Read, Former All Black captain, 2x Rugby World Cup Winner: “Paul was great at asking  questions that really translate from one profession to the business world and illuminating the  leadership struggle in business. His approach was all about growth and providing opportunities for  other leaders to take something away from the podcast and start implementing into their own  leadership journey.” 

ROUNDTABLE FACILITATION  

Executive Director – HR Transformation, Oracle EMEA: “I had the pleasure of having Paul  thoughtfully facilitate a HR leaders’ dinner which Oracle was co-hosting with IBM. It was a room full  of senior HR executives, and as an HR professional myself, I’m constantly looking for ways to foster  meaningful connection and belonging—and Paul brought this to the evening with exceptional skill  and authenticity. His ability to create an inclusive, welcoming environment that evening was second  to none. From the moment our guests started arriving, he set a tone of calmness, openness and  trust. He struck me as a natural facilitator, seamlessly guiding conversation to spark insight,  empathy, and genuine connection among people from all industries. Paul read the room intuitively,  bring out quieter voices, and navigating group dynamics with a light but confident touch. It’s clear he  understands how to build psychological safety—something we in HR know is critical to strong teams  and culture.” 

CONFERENCE FACILITATION  

Event Producer, London Tech Week: “At London Tech Week, Paul showed he is a seasoned  moderator with a strong background in technology and innovation, bringing his expertise and charm  to engage the audience and facilitate insightful discussions. As a moderator, Paul was notable for his  poise, professionalism, and ability to keep discussions focused and on track. He excels in creating a  dynamic and interactive atmosphere, encouraging speakers to share their perspectives and ideas  freely.”  

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Project Manager, Capgemini Poland: “I recently had the pleasure of watching Paul Spiers deliver an  outstanding keynote at the AI<>BA conference. Paul’s insights into the future of business,  leadership, and innovation were not only thought-provoking but inspiring. He identified the essential  pillars of successful modern businesses, emphasizing self-aware leadership, a community built on  knowledge sharing and inclusion, and a culture driven by purpose and curiosity. Paul’s presentation skills were remarkable—he was confident, fluid, and engaging. His natural  presence on stage made it feel as though he had been speaking to large audiences his entire life. He  effortlessly commanded attention and delivered his messages with clarity and passion, creating a  lasting impact on the audience. It’s clear that Paul doesn’t just discuss curiosity and leadership—he  exemplifies it. If you’re looking for a speaker who can captivate a crowd while delivering meaningful  and actionable insights, I highly recommend Paul. His depth of knowledge, combined with his ability  to inspire and connect, makes him a standout in the field.” 

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Change & Transformation Director, University of Leeds: “Paul provided a keynote on ‘transactional  to transformational leadership’ for my department. An inspirational and thought-provoking session  expertly delivered and made a great contribution to our day of learning. I would highly recommend  Paul if you want to develop your leadership to be truly transformational.”

ROUNDTABLE FACILITATION  

Senior Technical Lead, Engineering & Automation, Direct Line Group: “I met Paul at his latest  moderation of an executive business dinner at The Langham, London. It was one of the best  moderated discussions involving complex topics of interest on automation, AI and governance of  distributed systems in the financial industry. Paul gave equal opportunity to all attendees to talk  through their experiences and the challenges they face in context. Everyone took Paul up on the  opportunity and this made for a relaxed and balanced discussion on key aspects we relate to in  finance – without all agreeing with each other all the time, making for an ambient of superior  learning and networking experiences. 

He guided the conversations through thoughtful questions and ad hoc follow ups at just the right  moments in the discussion and making it a connecting experience. No awkward silence, no  platitudes, and a completely connected experience where I learned a lot of insights from peers in  product, governance and technology. Paul enabled the experience to be so elevated, I’ll actually go  any other events if he’s moderating.” 

CONSULTANCY 

Head of Growth, Experiential Events Agency: “Paul has been a trusted mentor and guide to our  organisation for many years, helping us make sense of professional and cultural challenges with  empathy, perspective, and a focus on growth. He has a natural ability to uncover what’s really going  on in a team or organisation, and to help people take practical steps towards positive cultural  change.  

Paul genuinely believes that culture and people sit at the heart of business success, and he knows  how to bring that to life in a way that feels human and actionable. He listens first, challenges when it  matters, and always helps you find a way forward. I’ve seen him connect equally well with senior  leaders and emerging talent – and when he speaks, people listen.” 

PODCAST GUEST 

Shaun Tomson, former world surfing champion, global keynote speaker, environmentalist, best selling author: “Paul is at the forefront of The New P&L movement, reevaluating traditional  corporate success metrics. It was a great pleasure to be on his podcast and to discuss the past,  present and future through the lenses of principles and purpose. Paul has a warm and engaging  manner and a truly authentic curiosity about life and business, passion and purpose. Speaking with  Paul is like experiencing an inspiring self-analysis session – his well-researched questions gently roll in  to provoke thoughtful and meaningful engagement in our divided and disconnected world. He is a  modern philosopher of principle, passion and purpose. Thanks for having me on board!”  

ROUNDTABLE FACILITATION  

Experience Platforms Practice Lead, Merkle (a Dentsu Group company): “I was a tentative going the  Roundtable we had sponsored as I didn’t think the ‘one conversation at a time’ approach would hold  the roundtable discussion for the whole night. However, Paul Spiers – the roundtable facilitator  orchestrated the event superbly. He had a great grasp on the fundamentals of the topics and  keeping everyone included in the conversation. Finally knew everyone’s names, just like a good  football commentator!” 

PODCAST GUEST 

William Trubridge, ‘World’s Deepest Man’: 6x World Champion Freediver: “I had a great time on  the New P&L podcast. It’s always a pleasure to be asked thoughtful and challenging questions, and  that’s exactly what I got from Paul. It really provoked a deeper introspection into myself and my  methods as well, so that I got a lot out of being on the show.” 

CONFERENCE FACILITATION  

Conference Manager, World AI Cannes Festival & Big Data & AI Conference, Paris: “I had the  pleasure of working with Paul Spiers for the 3rd edition of the World AI Cannes Festival. I was very  impressed by his level of commitment. Without any doubt, he finds a way to perfectly communicate  with the audience and the speakers. He has an indisputable impact in terms of communication skills.  It is not difficult to see that he is greatly appreciated by the speakers and the members of  conferences team. Without any doubt, I recommend him as an experienced and agile professional.  He truly brings value to our event as a moderator. We hope to see Paul again for our future events.” 

KEYNOTE 

Head of Transformation & Engagement, Westminster City Council: “Paul gave the keynote speech  at our recent Senior Leadership Team Away Day. Paul was engaging and his insight into Transactional  versus Transformational Leadership was interesting and thought-provoking. I liked the combination  of conceptual and practical – with theory backed up with specifics that you could take away and start  applying. Thanks Paul – really enjoyed your talk and would recommend to other organisations  looking for ways to embed a positive working culture.” 

CONSULTANCY  

Founder & CEO, global experiential & marketing agency “My successful experiential events business  urgently needed to diversify its range of clients and market sectors as we were overly reliant on one  major client. I engaged Paul’s Business Transformation Strategist services over a period of three  years to help guide the business through this process. The results speak for themselves. By the end  of the project we had significantly expanded the range of clients on our roster, as well as the type of  services we were able to offer, these new services offering us much greater strategic connection  with our clients – we became partners not just suppliers. Paul’s strategic abilities are outstanding.  His unique ability to see opportunity where others see challenge helped to change our thinking in  the business and lay the foundations for a culture with more creative and strategic thinking at its  heart.”  

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Head of Global Events, PRCA (Public Relations Consultants Association): “Paul recently spoke at our  International Summit, with over 200 global PR professionals in virtual attendance. His keynote, ‘Why  creativity in business needs a rebrand’, was thought-provoking and engaging. It was clear to see  Paul’s passion for the subject. The session was extremely well received by the audience, with several  event attendees posting positive feedback on social media. Overall, Paul is a pleasure to work with  and a highly recommended speaker!”  

CONSULTANCY 

Global PR & Communications Director, Travel Industry: “Paul has coached me through his  mentoring services at various critical junctures of my professional career, when I needed a calm ear  to listen and provide advice. I know whenever I speak with Paul, what I will get back is genuinely,  thoughtful, strategic and researched advice. Paul demonstrates a level of empathy and  understanding that is often missing in business. His recommendations have really helped me and my  career tremendously over the years.” 

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Founder, Evolutionary Leadership Challenge Global Summit: “Paul presented an ‘Audacious &  Resilient Leadership’ keynote at our recent Evolutionary Leadership Challenge Global Summit. It was  a powerful presentation, passionately delivered and full of rich insights on why today’s generation of  leaders need to rethink their approach to leadership. A great mix of thoughtful insights and ‘how to’  practical applications.” 

WORKSHOP  

Head of Live Action, Film & SFX company: “I participated in one of The New P&L’s ‘Think like an  Entrepreneur, act like an Intrapreneur’ workshops as I was keen to understand more about how I  could take the principles associated with entrepreneurship and apply them to a corporate  environment, as I had been tasked with growing the division of the business I was responsible for.  The workshop was an incisive and insightful deep dive into how we can translate all that is great  about entrepreneurial thinking into a framework that enabled me to expand my creative thinking,  and the ability to decide and act with more agility. A great workshop intelligently delivered.”  

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CEO, Worldwide Partners Inc (World’s largest network of Independent Advertising & Marketing  Agencies): “There has never been a time where “Audacious and Resilient Leadership” has been more  critical, more necessary and more valuable to both organizational and personal growth. Paul guided  our global audience of advertising agency leaders on a journey of the importance of self- awareness,  providing not simply rhetoric, but an actionable framework for applying purpose-based leadership  principles to how we work and how we live. Paul’s ability to translate his conviction into inspiration  & action is unmatched, and the impression he has left on our organization is profound.”  

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Senior Change Management Expert – Organizational Effectiveness, OMV AG: “I had the pleasure of  attending the Business Change & Transformation and Digital Workplace Conference Europe, where I  had the opportunity to hear Paul Spiers deliver a keynote presentation titled “Moving from  Transactional to Transformational Leader.” Paul expressed that many individuals are beginning to  recognize that the vision of the company they work for should be driven by purpose rather than just  leadership. People are actively seeking more meaning and purpose within their jobs and the  organizations they belong to.  

Paul’s presentation was truly impactful, delivered with passion and brimming with insightful  observations on why today’s leaders need to reconsider their approach to leadership. It provided a  valuable blend of profound insights and practical applications, guiding attendees on how to navigate  this shift. It reminded me of the significance of having a purpose for a company and made me  ponder how any business would function without a clear sense of purpose. In summary, Paul’  keynote was a compelling and thought-provoking experience, leaving a lasting impression on the  importance of purpose-driven leadership in our rapidly changing world. Thank you Paul!”  

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Senior Executive, Enterprise M3 LEP Growth Hub: “Was super to commission Paul to be our keynote  speaker at the Enterprise M3 LEP Growth Hub Special Briefing for regional business leaders, held at  the iconic RHS Wisley Gardens that explored inclusion, diversity and in particular how you support  employees exhibiting maverick behaviours to contribute towards new ideas and innovation. The  session was a brilliant success and our post event satisfaction survey scored the overall session at a  fantastic 4.75 out of 5 and below there’s a selection of the very favourable audience comments we  received: The Growth Hub was delighted with Paul’s contribution. He is an outstanding speaker and  subject matter expert. The audience appreciated his unassuming style and openness for feedback  and questions. I am delighted to recommend Paul for future consultancy and speaking  opportunities. We hope to work with Paul again in the future.” 

WORKSHOP 

Co-Founder, HelpBnk: “Paul did an incredible job hosting The Purposeful Project masterclass. His  knowledge is outstanding, and the audience were super engaged. Paul is a great professional to  work with, and I would highly recommend him.” 

CONSULTANCY 

Head of Marketing and Communications UK and EMEA, Gemserv: “Paul is an incredible mentor and  leader. He gets business and understands the crucial levers and principles we need to consider today  in building brands for the future. Paul is an incredible public speaker with a still and focussed  approach that is engaging and hugely insightful. He forces you to really question and think about  your strategy be that to transform teams or implement deeper cultural change from the exec down.  Paul is also completely plugged into purposeful and sustainable strategy – so you aren’t paying lip  service but really enabling your brand and company to position themselves as leaders in their field  and not trying to be something they are not. I would work with Paul again and again.”  

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Fractional CMO / VP of Marketing: “I’d the pleasure of meeting Paul recently as part of a VIP  industry leadership dinner event where he presented the pre-dinner subject of Transformational  leadership and The New P&L. Paul delivered a clear and thought-provoking presentation that  carefully challenged many opinions in the room around Transactional Vs Transformational  leadership along with considered reframing of how to think about those notions as well as the  approach to take in order to adjust or start down the path of transformation. His presentation style  was clear, articulate and even toned and matched the situation very well (c 20 sat at a dinner table)  and led to fascinating exchanges between all those present during dinner and into the evening  afterwards. A superb experience all round, great content, the focus of which I am now taking back  into my leadership team, thanks to Paul’s post event follow up, as part of our strategic approach in  how we run our business with a legacy in mind.”  

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Event producer, BrightTALK Captivate conference: “Creating Content that goes beyond  Engagement’ Global Summit: “If you ever have the chance to watch one of Paul’s presentations, I  strongly recommend you do so. His passion, energy and commitment is infectious.”  

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David Hyner, Contributor @ National Sales Club; Goal Setting Specialist: “Paul is a rare speaker  because he “really” cares about his audience applying what he preaches! A measured and no nonsense delivery style with high impact content that made leaders in the audience sit up and take  notice. GREAT STUFF!”  

PODCAST GUEST 

Dov Baron, ‘The Actualizer’; Global Conscious Leadership Authority; Best-selling Author &  Podcaster: “Paul Spiers is an excellent podcast host who is well-researched and clearly committed to  building a global movement around The New P&L for business – one based on Principles &  Leadership. I was honoured to be a guest on Paul’s show, The New P&L Podcast, and highly  recommend it as it stands heads and shoulders above the usual fare. If you consider yourself to be a  business leader or entrepreneur permitted to understanding and facilitating the new economy this is  the show for you.”  

WEBINAR  

Trustee, Madrinha Trust: “Paul’s Authentic Leadership delivered to the Madrinha Trust mentees and  alumni group was excellent! It was full of both practical and inspiring answers to help them think  about the workplace and the role they can play in it.” 

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General Manager, IPIA UK: “Paul presented a brilliant keynote on creativity at one of our regular  conferences. His passion for the topic was clear from the outset, and he presented a reasoned,  engaging and convincing argument as to why businesses need to rethink their approach to creativity.  The feedback was outstanding.” 

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Founder, Evolve Members: ‘’Paul delivered the key note talk at our recent Evolve Leaders Lunch on  the need for audacious and resilient leadership. His passion, understanding and believe in the  subject shone through as well as giving practical examples that the audience could relate to. With an  engaging style and delivery the audience were made to stop, think and reflect. A perfect response  and just what we wanted. Great feedback has been received from the attendees. I would definitely  recommend Paul as a speaker for other business events and conferences.’’  

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Founder, Innovation Café: “Paul was everything we asked for and more at the Invocation Café. He  delivered an engaging keynote with a powerful message that energised the audience and connected  with them on their level. I loved the way he spoke to every meaningful objective. Fantastic!”  

WORKSHOP 

Group Manager, MD2MD: “Paul’s workshop to the members was based around Transformational  Leadership and Principled Leadership. The session was particularly relevant for the members who  are driving change in their business and need the foundations of a tried and tested methodology.  

Paul demonstrated his many years of experience, knowledge and research, giving practical solutions  and a framework to ensure this transformational change is both implemented and successful. Many  thanks Paul.”