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Liz Bradford

Transform workplace culture with Liz Bradford, speaker, leadership development and wellbeing expert. Liz works with global organisations to combat burnout, develop future-fit leaders, and foster healthy workplace cultures, delivering impactful programmes across 60 countries for HSBC, Bank of America, and SWIFT.

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Liz Bradford, Speaker | Leader, Wellbeing Expert
Liz Bradford

Liz Bradford

Hong Kong, China

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£2k–5k

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Liz Bradford's biography

At a glance

  • Expert in driving operational excellence in global financial firms
  • Founder of Transform Perform, focusing on organizational health
  • Speaker on inclusion, wellbeing, and leadership in the corporate sector
Liz Bradford is an innovative leader, transformation advocate, and wellbeing expert with over 20 years of experience across three continents, including significant roles at HSBC, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and SWIFT. Her expertise lies in leadership skills, combating burnout, stress management, and fostering healthy workplace cultures. Having collaborated with teams in 60 countries, Liz is dedicated to developing future-fit leaders and enhancing organisational adaptability. After transitioning from the C-Suite in the corporate world, Liz has focused on upskilling organisations and transforming employee engagement in a rapidly changing landscape. She is the founder of Transform Perform, a leadership development consultancy, and co-founder of Maia, an ed-tech platform aimed at reshaping the future of work and reskilling. Through these initiatives, Liz seeks to unlock human potential by integrating technology with essential human skills, adaptability, and resilience. Liz is also passionate about cultivating organisational health and nurturing leaders capable of navigating unprecedented change. She advocates for the democratisation of education as a vital component of inclusion and empowerment, believing it is essential for creating a brighter future for both organisations and society. Her Coaching Circles programme, co-founded in 2020, has successfully upskilled 4,500 leaders as Coaches and 34,000 coachees through a comprehensive nine-month development programme. As an ICF-accredited organisational and executive coach, along with being a certified wellbeing coach and personal trainer, Liz regularly shares her insights on cultural evolution, technological transformation, diverse leadership, and self-care. Her extensive experience and commitment to fostering healthy workplaces make her a valuable voice in the conversation around leadership and organisational development.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Why Diversity And Psychological Security Matter
In this session, Liz Bradford discusses the importance of diversity and psychological safety in helping organisations flourish amid rapid change. She will explore how fostering an inclusive environment can enhance innovation and resilience. Attendees will learn practical strategies to implement these concepts, ultimately driving organisational success and creating a culture where everyone feels valued and secure.
Adapting To Change
In her session, Liz Bradford explores the necessity of adapting to change for personal, leadership, and organisational success. She delves into the reasons behind our resistance to change and offers strategies to overcome these barriers. Attendees will learn how to embrace change confidently and transform into proactive agents of transformation within their environments.
Developing Workplace Wellbeing
In her session on developing workplace wellbeing, Liz Bradford emphasises the significance of nurturing both physical and emotional health. She highlights the importance of fostering connections that enable individuals to cultivate stronger, more resilient versions of themselves, their teams, and their organisations. Attendees will learn practical strategies to enhance wellbeing in the workplace, ultimately leading to improved team dynamics and organisational success.
The Change Imperative
In "The Change Imperative," Liz Bradford discusses the inevitable wave of change and how organisations that adapt will thrive in the future. She emphasises the importance of embracing transformation to stay competitive. Attendees will learn strategies for navigating change effectively and the key factors that contribute to successful adaptation in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Why we recommend booking Liz

Unlock your team's potential with Liz Bradford, a seasoned leader and wellbeing expert. With over 20 years at HSBC and SWIFT, her insights on leadership and resilience can transform your organisation. Book now to foster a healthier, adaptable workplace.

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What is Liz Bradford's speaking style like?

Liz Bradford structures her sessions around practical strategy delivery, framing topics such as psychological safety, change resistance, and workplace wellbeing within organisational contexts drawn from her 20-year career across global financial institutions including HSBC and Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Each session moves from diagnosis of a workplace challenge to actionable takeaways attendees can apply to their teams and organisations.

What topics does Liz Bradford specialise in?

Liz Bradford's sessions address diversity and psychological safety, adapting to change, and developing workplace wellbeing. She brings over 20 years of senior leadership experience across HSBC, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and SWIFT, and her Coaching Circles programme has upskilled 4,500 leaders and 34,000 coachees through a nine-month development programme.

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