Kevin Gaskell.
Kevin Gaskell is the former CEO of Porsche, Lamborghini and BMW.
Recognised as the ‘man who fixes businesses’, Kevin is known for leading hugely successful turnarounds at Porsche and BMW. Today, he remains actively involved in numerous companies worldwide as both an investor and founder, including the UK's fastest-growing alternative fibre network provider, ITS Technology. One of the UK's Top 40 business leaders, his entrepreneurial approach and focus on innovative strategies and high-performance cultures have driven sustained business growth and success across multiple sectors.
Beyond the boardroom, Kevin has climbed the world's highest mountains, walked to the North and South Poles, and holds world records for the fastest rows across both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This remarkable blend of extreme endurance achievements and business acumen informs his unique perspective on leadership, resilience, and peak performance. His most recent book, Catching Giants (2022), was shortlisted for Business Book of the Year, distilling the lessons learned from both his entrepreneurial ventures and extraordinary adventures into actionable insights for leaders and organisations.
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Drawing on his extensive experience as a business leader in good and bad times, Kevin looks at the significance of a clear vision, robust strategy and effective execution, along with the importance of aligning goals, building trust, and empowering individuals, to help transform and build world-class companies. Whether you need to build or reenergise an organisation, Kevin provides the approach and the tools.
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Overcoming a fear of disruption and change allows leaders to recognise opportunities, set goals and dare to dream. This speech highlights the significance of embracing turbulence as a lever for growth, shares the tools and processes used to inspire and motivate teams, instil a sense of purpose, and generate positive excitement in the face of uncertainty.
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To successfully navigate the ever-changing digital era, companies and employees need to be on guard and agile. This talk explores the importance of a clear vision for a companies’ digital journey, and the alignment of team activities in driving successful digital transformation initiatives.
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