Ideas

Last Thursday, behind the grand doors of One Moorgate Place in Central London, JLA Speakers had the pleasure of hosting another brilliant Speakers Breakfast, marking our second of the year. Each breakfast… Read full article.

News of cyber attacks on major UK retailers reminds us that every business needs to be alert to the constantly evolving digital threat. State actors, online groups and individuals are continually seeking (and finding)… Read full article.

The world of events is constantly evolving, and so are the types of session that our conference speakers are being asked to deliver. We asked the JLA team to break down the… Read full article.

Like it or loathe it, AI is sweeping multiple sectors and influencing how many people and companies approach work. While artificial intelligence has been around long enough for some people to have… Read full article.

Digital organisational culture quietly shapes how we work, yet surprisingly, it’s often overlooked. When the world swiftly moved to remote work, we lost the subtle but powerful signals that guided office interactions… Read full article.

There is a tension at the heart of every brief I get as a keynote speaker. Each company has an ambitious growth agenda to succeed in tough market conditions and they need… Read full article.

The speaking world is filled with outstanding experts who have carved out their fortunes and successes in all corners of business and industry. From leaders of multinational banks to sporting directors and… Read full article.

As the Six Nations captivates rugby fans once again, it’s a perfect reminder of the resilience, strategy, and leadership required to compete at the highest level. The tournament isn’t just a showcase… Read full article.

Keeping a team engaged and motivated is crucial for maintaining workplace productivity, innovation, and overall job satisfaction. As the year progresses, it’s essential that businesses prioritise motivating employees to ensure sustained success…. Read full article.

In today’s highly competitive and dynamic business landscape, the success of a conference event relies heavily on its ability to engage, inspire and inform attendees. One way to do this is by… Read full article.

Keeping up workforce motivation, particularly during the winter months, can pose significant challenges for leaders. The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to refocus and re-energise the team. A… Read full article.

The evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is unstoppable, and its impact is being felt across all aspects of our lives, both professionally and personally. Unsurprisingly, AI speakers, alongside leadership speakers, have become… Read full article.

As the 2024 events calendar draws to a close, we’re excited to highlight some of the 830 fantastic and diverse keynote speakers, presenters, and performers & entertainers we’ve had the pleasure of… Read full article.

Last Tuesday marked International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and we were reminded that inclusion is more than just a concept, it’s a commitment to creating a world where everyone can thrive…. Read full article.

In an era where inclusion and collaboration drive innovation, fostering equality and diversity in the workplace has become more than a moral imperative, it’s a strategic advantage. Organisations that embrace diverse perspectives… Read full article.

Ever since I started at JLA over 2 years ago, I’ve found that enquiries for leadership speakers haven’t faltered. In today’s fast-paced, unpredictable world, leaders are constantly seeking ways to guide their… Read full article.

I recently delivered a keynote speech for one of the world’s largest insurance companies.  In the room were risk managers representing dozens of FTSE 100 and 250 companies.  Their job is to… Read full article.

When it came time to write my second JLA article, I was uncertain about which topic to choose. Aside from the upcoming U.S. election (for top geopolitical speakers, read my wonderful colleague… Read full article.

You’ve been asked to present at the company conference. It’s an honour. Apparently. But all you can think about is a room of judgemental peers, staring at you, like some fevered anxiety… Read full article.

Having rounded the corner into autumn, Global Diversity Awareness Month is here, bringing with it a period to reflect on the enduring value of fostering diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives in both… Read full article.