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.
John is also a former NBA player and in 2007, four years after retiring from professional basketball, he became the first former NBA player to publicly came out as gay.
He has since become a prominent advocate for LGTBQIA+ rights, racial equality and inclusive leadership, using his platform to inspire societal change and trigger conversations on equity and inclusion.
In his latest book, It’s Not Magic: The Ordinary Skills of Exceptional Leaders, John delivers an impactful discussion of the ordinary, energy-expensive, and transformative behaviours that define the world’s best leaders.
Join us for this session where John will walk us through the seemingly obvious but difficult-to-nail mindsets and intentions you will need to adopt to influence and motivate others. You’ll learn strategies and techniques you can apply immediately to help those who follow you to flourish and maximise their potential.