About
Richard Gerver
What Do You Need To Know About Richard Gerver?
Richard Gerver came to prominence when, as a headteacher he turned around a failing school in the UK in under two years. Winning plaudits globally, Richard was referred to as “The Walt Disney of The Classroom” by the UK media, and went on to win a multitude of international awards including a UNESCO award for leadership and innovation, Global Gurus Top 30 Thinker, and The National Teaching Awards, Headteacher of the Year.
Richard has since taken to the global stage where he uses his trademark humour and natural style to deliver inspirational and authentic speeches. He draws upon his own experiences from frontline education to explore the links between great leadership, human potential, change and innovation. It is this authenticity and uniqueness which has helped Richard win him global acclaim and invitations to speak on the most recognised stages, including TED, the RSA and BBC radio.
Using his unique experience and insight, Richard has also authored 4 books and developed 2 courses for LinkedIn Learning as one of the world’s most influential experts on change and human leadership, helping those struggling with uncertainty and change caused by rapid and dramatic shifts in technological, economic, political, health and environmental developments.
His impactful and sustainable leadership philosophies and strategies for change, have seen him work with iconic brands, organisations and individuals including Google, Microsoft, Deloitte, Visa, and GSK, President Obama, The Dalai Lama, Steve Wozniak and Eric Schmidt. He has spoken to audiences worldwide, including in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, China, Russia, The UAE, Mexico, Chile, Panama, Costa Rica, Colombia, Brazil and Spain.
“One of the clearest and most passionate voices for radical change both in education and in business… In his compelling presentations and books, he takes his powerful message of hope and possibility to educators, business leaders and policy makers around the world. It’s a message that has to be heard.”
~ Sir Ken Robinson
