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Meet Matt Sims, the electrifying Transformation Leader, Coach, Consultant, Host & Presenter, and Keynote Speaker from the vibrant UK.
Meet Matt Sims, an internationally recognised leader in business transformation, change, and operational excellence. Author of The Emergence of an Unexpected Leader and founder of the ‘Bridge of Inspirational Leadership’, a framework for high performance. Matt’s charisma and engaging presence make him a sort after speaker and host who inspires diverse audiences. He is certified in Lean Mastery (MBB) by the British Quality Foundation, he was honoured as a BQF Excellenteer in 2024 for his outstanding contribution to business excellence. With over two decades of expertise in people leadership and continuous improvement, Matt’s career is defined by a commitment to driving impactful results and a track record of high performance.
Starting humbly on the frontline, he ascended through leadership levels to ultimately hold Senior Operations roles at the UK postal carrier, Royal Mail. His trajectory continued upward as he assumed Leadership of Continuous Improvement and Learning & Development functions across the UK & ROI, Europe, and globally at the tech giant Amazon. Matt embodies leadership in every aspect, emerging as a genuine catalyst for excellence. With his adept knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, unique style and a people-focused approach, he continues to reshape industries and expand the horizons of what’s achievable, further evidenced through the Ever-So- Lean Learning Series and the Ever-So-Lean Rising Stars (CI education for 11 years up). COLLABORATING WITH MATT LEARNING All of Matt’s captivating keynotes provide customised options to suit client needs, igniting and empowering the audience.
Each talk is meticulously curated, delivering impactful messages that linger long after the event. Popular topics include: Partner with Matt to unlock potential and achieve lasting success through his Ever-So- Lean Learning Series. Explore a variety of tailored learning options. From self-guided certificated continuous improvement training, engaging ‘Lean Thinking’ workshops, to CI and problem solving learning for young minds (Ever-So-Lean Rising Stars), Matt offers diverse opportunities for growth. Benefit from virtual or in-person coaching on competences like leadership, public speaking, people and process management, and podcasting, or bespoke support to meet your goals. What sets Matt apart is his exceptional talent for developing people and building genuine connections across diverse backgrounds and expertise. His approachable and relatable style allows him to inspire audiences in any setting. Whether coaching clients, leading workshops, delivering keynotes, hosting events, or sharing insights in interviews, Matt’s passion, authenticity, and visionary leadership consistently leave a lasting impact. His ability to connect with and uplift others makes his message resonate long after the conversation ends.
As a leader in operational excellence, transformation, and change, Matt’s mission is simple yet powerful: to engage, empower, and inspire. Whether creating cutting-edge training content or guiding teams through change, he is dedicated to driving growth and leaving a lasting legacy of transformation. With contagious enthusiasm and a steadfast commitment to excellence, Matt combines practical insights with inspiring leadership, bringing both expertise and motivation to every initiative.
Endorsed by some of the words leading business experts, Matt is also the host of the popular Ever- So-Lean Podcast, boasting a global listener base in the tens of thousands across more than 100 countries. Widley acclaimed, and amidst a growing number of award nominations, including nominations for ‘Best Business Podcast’ at the 2023 UK Podcast Awards, and ‘Best Host’ 2024.
Audience: Educational Institutions / Corporate / Manufacturing / Non-profit Organisations
Embark on an inspiring journey with Matt as he narrates his extraordinary ‘mailroom to boardroom’ narrative. Starting as a Postal Worker at Royal Mail in 2001, Matt’s story exemplifies resilience, dedication to people and an unwavering drive for efficiency. Despite academic struggles, bullying, and low self-esteem, he defied the odds, rapidly ascending through the ranks. His journey culminated in pivotal senior roles at Amazon, where his impact was nothing short of transformative. This keynote unfolds a true-to-life success story, showcasing how passion, perseverance and commitment can shape an individual into a global force in leadership and continuous improvement. Attendees will be inspired to overcome obstacles, embrace change and chart their own path towards success.
Audience: Corporate / Manufacturing / Healthcare / Retail
Explore the art and science behind organisational transformation with Matt. Drawing from his impactful roles at Royal Mail, Amazon and Business Excellence Coach, he uncovers the key elements driving successful change. Focusing on people engagement, effective communication and continuous improvement, this keynote delivers actionable strategies to ignite innovation and foster lasting change within organisations.
Audience: Corporate / Manufacturing / Technology / Hospitality
Matt reveals the hidden facets of exceptional leadership. Using real-life stories and experiences, he highlights respect for people, engagement, agility and cultural sensitivity as the core elements in nurturing high-performing teams. Equip yourself with practical tools and approaches to cultivate an environment that breeds individual growth, team synergy and organisational triumph.
Audience: Corporate / Manufacturing / Finance / Engineering
Join Matt as he navigates the landscape of creating a culture steeped in continuous improvement methodologies. Drawing from his wealth of expertise in Lean, Lean Six Sigma, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Agile and the renowned Toyota Production System, Matt unveils the transformative potential of fostering a culture of ongoing improvement. Through compelling case studies and actionable insights, discover the power of integrating Lean principles not only to streamline processes and eliminate waste but also to cultivate an environment that nurtures growth, innovation and sustainable profitability within your organisation. Learn how these methodologies serve as catalysts in instilling a mindset of relentless improvement, enabling teams to evolve, adapt, and thrive in a rapidly changing business landscape.
Audience: Corporate / Manufacturing / Media & Entertainment / Professional Services
Communication is the cornerstone of impactful leadership. Join Matt as he unravels the secrets behind effective communication in driving organisational change. Drawing from his experience in senior roles in huge organisations like Royal Mail and Amazon, and his talents in presenting and broadcasting, he shares strategies for engaging, inspiring, motivating and aligning teams towards a shared vision, fostering a culture of transparent and impactful communication.
Audience: Corporate / Manufacturing / Startups / Government & Public Sector
In this dynamic keynote, Matt addresses the challenges of leadership in today’s ever-evolving business landscape. Learn insights on change management, adaptation and innovation based on his personal learnings from transformative roles at Amazon and Royal Mail. Gain practical strategies to embrace disruption, navigate uncertainties and leverage change as a catalyst for growth and resilience within your organisation.
Matt spoke at our annual Continuous Improvement event. He is one of the most engaging speakers. I watched as the audience leant-in as he spoke, all captivated by his enthusiastic delivery style. I recommend listening to his Ever-So-Lean podcast, spreading the word globally of the benefits in embracing a continuous improvement / operational excellence ethos and culture. I can’t recommend Matt highly enough and firmly believe he’d bring a sprinkle of magic to any endeavour.
I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Matt through the BQF and was really impressed by his innovation of finding this gap in the market becoming a commentator in the field of Excellence and Lean. I just had to collaborate with him and invited Matt along to host our annual internal awards which was a huge success. He was well received among our guests and understood the audience which was truly impressive. As well as having great professionalism, conversations I’ve had with Matt have shown that his interest in Lean is truly authentic, asking us lots of questions about or business and how we deploy our Lean management, Working with him has been easy from start to end and would happily recommend.”
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