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David Meade

Transform workplace performance with David Meade, speaker specialising in communication psychology and persuasion. David works with organisations to enhance decision-making and leadership effectiveness, delivering interactive sessions for Apple, PwC, and the UK Cabinet Office.

Trusted by Johnson & Johnson, Apple, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, PwC, UK Cabinet Office

David Meade

Speaker Biography

Key topics about

  • International corporate speaker and business psychologist
  • Trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies
  • Host of BBC's The David Meade Project
David Meade is a leading international corporate speaker and broadcaster, specialising in the science and psychology behind communication, persuasion, motivation, and decision-making. His engaging and highly interactive approach makes complex psychological concepts accessible, helping organisations unlock their potential and drive meaningful change. David’s career began with an honours degree from Ulster University’s School of International Business, followed by leadership roles across Europe and the United States. His curiosity about performance variations among individuals in similar roles led him to academia, where he became an award-winning researcher and lecturer in business and strategy. His expertise in consumer behaviour, decision-making, and organisational culture, combined with his background in mentalism, has made him one of Europe’s most sought-after corporate speakers. Through dynamic keynote sessions, David blends research-based insights with live demonstrations, equipping audiences with practical strategies for leadership, persuasion, and high performance. His recent audiences include clients like Johnson and Johnson, Apple, Bank of America and PrizeOut. Beyond the corporate world, David is a familiar face on BBC television, where his popular programmes explore psychology, influence, and mindreading. He is a trusted partner for major organisations, including Apple, PwC, and the UK Cabinet Office. David is also deeply committed to philanthropy, using his work to create and support initiatives like Give a Hand, Water Works, and Toy for Life, providing prosthetic limbs, clean water, and toys to communities in need worldwide. His sessions not only inspire and energise but also empower audiences to take meaningful action, creating lasting impact within their organisations and beyond.

David's Showreel and Videos

Topics, Sessions and Talks

Mind Your Business
Growth Mindset
David Meade delivers a dynamic keynote on the growth mindset, examining how mindset influences decision-making and team engagement. A renowned corporate speaker and mentalist, David combines his extensive management experience with insights from psychology and consumer behaviour. His engaging style captivates audiences, making complex concepts accessible. Attendees will learn how to motivate their teams effectively, enhance organisational effectiveness, and foster a culture of growth, ultimately driving success within their organisations.
Engage for success: Building Leaders, Building Teams
David Meade presents an engaging session on the psychology of effective leadership, tailored for managers and business leaders eager to empower their teams. With an extensive background working with global brands, David blends his expertise in business strategy with his passion for mentalism to deliver keynotes that educate and entertain. Attendees will learn how to enhance organisational effectiveness, inspire their teams, and achieve greater success by understanding the dynamics of leadership and team motivation.
Principles of Persuasion
David Meade presents a dynamic session on persuasion, influence, and sales, tailored for sales and business development teams. Drawing on his extensive experience as a corporate speaker and mentalist, David shares effective techniques for impactful pitching and sales growth. Attendees will learn how to enhance their persuasive communication skills, understand consumer behaviour, and apply psychological insights to achieve greater success in their roles. This session promises to be both enlightening and engaging.
Sustainable High Performance
David Meade's session on Sustainable High Performance delves into building business athletes through accountability and ownership. Drawing on a decade of research, he reveals how top-performing teams and organisations achieve success by doing things differently. Attendees will learn to focus on creative solutions, engineer opportunities for success, and become better equipped to handle failure and negativity, transforming them into proactive opportunity creators rather than mere opportunity spotters.

Why We Recommend Booking David

Book David Meade to inspire your team with his unique blend of mind-reading and business acumen. His engaging keynotes challenge conventional thinking, enhance organisational effectiveness, and leave a lasting impression. Elevate your event with a keynote speaker who combines entertainment and insight, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

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Trusted by Johnson & Johnson, Apple, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, PwC, UK Cabinet Office

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David Meade specialises in discussing communication, persuasion, motivation, decision-making and more.
What is David Meade's speaking style like?
David delivers high-energy, interactive sessions that inspire and engage. Audiences are left amazed, with lasting impact and practical takeaways that spark ongoing conversation and enthusiasm within organisations.
Does David Meade offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, David Meade offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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