Elke Edwards helps organisations unlock the full potential of their leaders. A pioneering force in transformative leadership, she has founded and scaled two highly successful businesses. Her award-winning programmes have redefined talent and leadership development, earning more accolades for behavioural change and leadership excellence than any other organisation in the UK.
With over 25 years of experience working with thousands of senior leaders, including a large part of the FTSE 100, she has helped organisations such as L’Oréal, Jaguar LandRover, M&S, Aviva, and NatWest develop leaders ready and able to drive future success. Her interactive and thought-provoking approach redefines conventional models, equipping executives with the self-awareness, resilience, and new thinking required to lead in a modern world.
Her bestselling book, Extraordinary, cements her position as a thought-leader, advocating for leaders to embrace their potential, power and humanity. Her work, often described as ‘life-changing,’ delivers deep, transformational shifts that enable leaders to break through long-standing challenges, and build cultures of innovation, trust and high performance.
Elke Edwards has spent over 25 years uncovering what sets extraordinary leaders apart. Leadership is not just about strategy or skills - it is about how leaders show up in their own lives. Through powerful insights and real-world examples, Elke challenges conventional thinking, revealing the essential principles that enable leaders to create lasting impact. Learn how to lead with authenticity, purpose, and confidence, unlocking both personal and professional success.
Change is a constant, yet so many leaders struggle to navigate it effectively. Elke Edwards explores the human side of transformation, showing how self-awareness, authenticity, and resilience are the true drivers of lasting change. She breaks down the psychology of resistance and reveals practical strategies to inspire and empower teams. Discover how leaders can harness their personal power to create meaningful, sustainable change in their organisations.
The best leaders are not just skilled - they are adaptable, resilient, and deeply connected to their people. In a world of constant change, Elke Edwards defines what it means to be a modern leader and how to cultivate the mindset and behaviours needed to thrive. With sharp insight and practical guidance, she helps leaders move from where they are now to where they need to be, building confidence, agility, and the ability to inspire those around them.
Every leader wants high performance, but few truly understand what drives it. Elke Edwards exposes the uncomfortable truth about the balance between productivity and people, showing why many organisations get it wrong. She unpacks the key building blocks of a sustainable performance culture and reveals how leaders can create an environment where both business success and human potential thrive. Expect fresh perspectives and practical tools that challenge conventional thinking.
Despite rising investment in employee wellbeing, stress levels continue to climb. Elke Edwards examines why traditional approaches fail and what it really takes to build a culture where people and performance flourish. She explores the crucial balance between individual and organisational responsibility, offering practical, evidence-based steps to create meaningful change. Leaders will walk away with a clear understanding of how to bridge the gap between intention and impact.
The quality of relationships within an organisation determines its success, yet most leaders overestimate their ability to build them effectively. Elke Edwards reveals the common traps leaders fall into, from being “toxically nice” to prioritising performance over people. She introduces a powerful model for relationship mastery, equipping leaders with the skills to create intentional, high-impact connections. Learn how to build relationships that drive engagement, trust, and long-term success.
