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Richard Hilliard

Transform leadership performance with Richard Hilliard, speaker and executive coach. Richard works with senior professionals to navigate change, manage pressure and build diverse teams, delivering impactful results for global corporations, law firms and Parliament.

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Richard Hilliard

Richard Hilliard

Bristol, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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Richard Hilliard's biography

At a glance

  • Leadership Coach at London Business School
  • Corporate leadership and international team builder
  • Former Adviser to the UK Parliamentary Trade & Industry Committee
Richard Hilliard is an experienced executive coach and leadership mentor who has worked with senior professionals across industries, including global corporations, law firms, the UK Parliament, and the entertainment sector. Drawing on decades of experience in corporate leadership and international team building, Richard provides practical guidance to those navigating change, managing pressure, or adapting to new roles. Richard’s professional journey spans more than 25 years in the international insurance markets, where he held senior positions, including Managing Director and Chairman. His leadership roles in London, the USA, Europe, and the Middle East honed his ability to lead diverse teams and deliver transformative results. After his City-based commercial career, he fulfilled a long-held ambition by transitioning into executive coaching, completing the Meyler Campbell Business Coach Programme, accredited by the Association of Coaching. A graduate of Oxford University and a Harmsworth Scholar at the Middle Temple, Richard has contributed significantly to research on stress management and is a Leadership Coach at the London Business School. Beyond his work in leadership, his passion for language and communication extends to publishing, performance, and hosting, making him a compelling presence both on stage and in conversation.

Topics, sessions and talks

Leadership Under Pressure
Richard Hilliard explores the evolving nature of leadership in a world where complexity and speed often overshadow purpose. Combining insights from his global career and extensive coaching experience, he examines the challenges of decision-making, managing relationships, and maintaining resilience in demanding environments. With his conversational style and perceptive approach, Richard equips leaders with tools to tackle uncertainty, build effective teams, and work with with clarity and confidence.
Language & Literature
Richard Hilliard brings his passion for language, storytelling, and performance to literary and cultural events, offering a dynamic presence as a speaker, host, or panelist. A published poet and a seasoned performer with a deep appreciation for the stories behind words, he brings warmth, insight, and wit to any literary gathering.

Why we recommend booking Richard

Book Richard Hilliard as a speaker to learn from his extensive leadership and coaching experience. His insights on leadership development and sustainable leadership empower leaders to navigate challenges effectively. Richard’s authentic approach inspires lasting change and fosters a culture of resilience.

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How do I book Richard Hilliard for my next event?
Email richard.hilliard@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Richard's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Richard Hilliard's speaking style like?
Richard Hilliard draws on over 25 years of senior leadership experience across global insurance markets, combined with his executive coaching practice, to frame leadership challenges through first-hand case material and practical tools grounded in the Meyler Campbell coaching methodology.
What topics does Richard Hilliard specialise in?
Richard Hilliard speaks on leadership under pressure, decision-making and resilience, and language, literature and storytelling. He is a Leadership Coach at London Business School and a former Managing Director and Chairman with over 25 years in international insurance markets, having also advised the UK Parliamentary Trade & Industry Committee.
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