Keynote Speaking & Leadership Talks with James Linnett
Inspiring leaders to thrive in uncertainty, transform culture, and drive decisive action.
With over three decades leading large-scale transformation in some of the world’s most complex environments, James Linnett delivers keynotes that blend corporate leadership expertise with compelling, real-world insights. His talks are designed to shift perspectives, energize audiences, and provide leaders with practical tools to navigate uncertainty, strengthen culture, and drive meaningful change.
When the Buffalo Turns: Reinventing Risk Culture
A high-energy keynote on transforming how leaders see and respond to risk.
When volatility rises, it’s not enough to have systems in place — organizations need cultures that can adapt in real time. Drawing on lessons from both the boardroom and the African bush, James shares how leaders can heighten awareness, make informed judgments, and act decisively under pressure. Participants leave with a fresh understanding of risk culture and practical steps to embed agility and resilience into their teams.
Culture carers
Empowering internal champions to sustain cultural change.
Every transformation effort succeeds or fails on the strength of its culture. Culture Carers explores how to identify, equip, and support the individuals within your organization who hold influence, inspire trust, and can model the change you seek. This talk provides leaders with a roadmap for embedding these “culture carriers” into the fabric of daily work, ensuring change efforts stick long after the initiative ends.
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