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Anna Machin

Transform workplace relationships with Anna Machin, speaker and anthropologist. Anna works with businesses to enhance human connection, social behaviour, and consumer understanding, delivering science-backed insights through neuroscience, genetics, and psychology research.

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Anna Machin

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  • Expert in the science of relationships and human social behavior
  • Combines anthropology with neuroscience, genetics, and psychology
  • Provides consultancy for businesses on staff and consumer behavior
Anthropologist Anna Machin's work delves deep into the essence of human nature. She unravels the intricacies of our actions and motivations through her keen observation and insightful interpretation. Specializing in the science of relationships and human social behaviour, Anna explores the bonds between lovers, parents, children, and friends. Her approach combines traditional anthropological techniques with cutting-edge advancements in neuroscience, genetics, and psychology, allowing her to uncover the fundamental drivers of our behaviour. While her research on human relationships and social behaviour has broad applicability, Anna's expertise as an anthropologist also holds great value for businesses seeking to understand their staff, customers, and consumers. She has collaborated with numerous national and international companies, providing them with training, research, and consultancy services. Through bespoke research, reports, and tailored workshops, Anna actively contributes to these businesses' marketing campaigns by offering insights and understanding gained from her anthropological perspective.

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Why We Recommend Booking Anna

As a speaker, Anna offers your team insights into human behaviour, enhancing understanding of customer and employee relationships. Her anthropology, neuroscience, and psychology blend will empower your business strategies, fostering stronger connections and driving success through a deeper comprehension of social dynamics and motivations.

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What topics does Anna Machin specialise in?
Anna Machin specialises in discussing human relationships, social behaviour, business consultancy and more.
What is Anna Machin's speaking style like?
Anna Machin expertly blends anthropology with neuroscience, offering insightful interpretations of human relationships. Her engaging workshops and tailored consultancy empower businesses to understand their staff and customers better.
Does Anna Machin offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Anna Machin offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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