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Professor John Amaechi OBE is a respected organisational psychologist and the Leadership Transformation Expert at APS Intelligence LTD, the consultancy he founded in 2006.
At APS Intelligence, John and his team partner with businesses to create bespoke programmes focused on executive coaching, behavioural change, and high-performing teams, fostering authentic and ethical cultures that drive sustainable organisational growth while maintaining the dignity and well-being of all colleagues.
Recognised as an influential thinker in HR, John is a Professor of Leadership at the University of Exeter Business School and a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology. He is also the author of the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling book, The Promises of Giants, drawing on his early life in Stockport, his career as the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA, and his deep psychological insight to challenge and inspire audiences. He is a non-executive director of a FTSE 250 company, former director of the UK’s largest healthcare organisation, and board adviser to several FTSE 100 companies across multiple sectors.
John coaches individuals and consults with organisations to improve communication, leadership, teaming, and culture, helping people understand the psychological barriers to high performance and how to overcome them. He explores motivation, personal development, cognitive diversity, competition, and aligning personal and business values, offering audiences actionable insights to thrive and achieve goals.
Beyond his professional achievements, John is a mentor, teacher, and storyteller, blending real-life experience with psychological insight. Passionate about Star Wars, music, and indulgent pies, he entertains while confronting audiences with challenging truths, making them laugh, sometimes cry, and inspiring them to grow in ways they never imagined.
John explores how leaders can inspire and drive change within organisations. Drawing on evidence-based practice and real-world examples, he shows how to align personal and organisational values to unlock potential and achieve goals.
John shares practical insights on improving individual and team performance. He highlights the psychological factors that influence success, helping audiences understand and overcome barriers while building resilience.
Focusing on communication, collaboration, and cognitive diversity, John demonstrates how to create high-performing teams. He provides actionable strategies for motivating people, fostering trust, and enhancing team culture.
John guides audiences through the human side of change, explaining how to manage transitions effectively, engage people, and embed lasting behavioural shifts within organisations.
John examines the evolving workplace and the challenges it presents. He highlights trends in leadership, performance, and organisational culture, offering practical advice for staying competitive and thriving in a changing environment.
John has a great story. His talk stimulated lots of discussions and was clear and inspirational.
Brilliant. Did exactly what we had hoped for and more. Exceeded my highest expectations
