Kevin Gaskell
Drive exceptional performance with Kevin Gaskell, leadership turnaround expert. Kevin equips organisations to exceed expectations through his Inspired Leadership approach, combining corporate transformation expertise and extreme adventure experience. Former Porsche and BMW leader who generated $5 billion in shareholder value across multiple sectors.
London, United Kingdom
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Kevin rebuilt Porsche's reputation in the UK and led BMW GB to achieve a 500% profit increase while revolutionising industry service standards. He has founded start-ups, led turnarounds, and guided organisations from global corporations to private equity portfolio companies. Beyond business, Kevin has completed polar expeditions to both the North and South Poles and broke world records as part of the fastest five-man team to row the Atlantic and as the oldest person to row the Pacific.
Kevin brings proven methods for inspiring teams to exceed expectations, drawing from his work across digital technology, data, and brand marketing sectors. His Inspired Leadership approach translates high-stakes experiences from both boardrooms and extreme environments into practical frameworks. He shows organisations how to build cultures where ordinary individuals consistently deliver exceptional results, combining strategic insight with operational execution that drives measurable growth.
Audiences learn specific techniques for motivating teams during challenging transitions, tools for maintaining performance under pressure, and frameworks for creating accountability that produces results. Kevin provides actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately, backed by real examples from his leadership roles in growing companies.
Book Kevin to transform your leadership approach and unlock your organisation's potential for extraordinary results.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Drawing on his extensive experience as a business leader in good and bad times, Kevin Gaskell examines the significance of a clear vision, robust strategy, and effective execution. He discusses the importance of aligning goals, building trust, and empowering individuals to help transform and build world-class companies.
To successfully navigate the ever-changing digital era, companies and employees need to be on guard and agile. This talk with Kevin Gaskell explores the importance of a clear vision for a company’s digital journey and the alignment of team activities in driving successful digital transformation initiatives.
Overcoming a fear of disruption and change allows leaders to recognise opportunities, set goals, and dare to dream. In this talk, Kevin Gaskell highlights the significance of embracing turbulence as a lever for growth. He shares tools to inspire and motivate teams, instil a sense of purpose, and generate positive excitement, even in the face of uncertainty.
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