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Sharon Parmar

Transform teams through uncertainty with Sharon Parmar, speaker and resilience expert. Sharon works with FTSE 100 companies to build high-performing teams, enhance psychological safety, and drive commercial results, delivering her award-winning Resilience 2.0 framework to HSBC, EY, and SnapLogic.

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Sharon Parmar, Speaker | Resilience & Performance Expert
Sharon Parmar

Sharon Parmar

London, United Kingdom

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Sharon Parmar's biography

At a glance

  • Chief Heart Officer with Fortune 500 experience
  • Creator of the Resilience 2.0 framework
  • Leadership expert for organisations navigating uncertainty
Sharon Parmar is a leading authority on building resilient, high-performing teams in times of change. As Chief Heart Officer and creator of the Resilience 2.0 framework, she transforms how organisations navigate uncertainty with a unique blend of commercial expertise and personal insight. Sharon brings 20 years of leadership experience with FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 companies, complemented by her profound personal journey from a life-threatening illness to boardroom success. Her award-winning Resilience 2.0 framework, implemented by HSBC, EY, and SnapLogic, delivers measurable outcomes including higher engagement scores, stronger cross-functional collaboration, and sustained performance under pressure. Organisations facing complex transformation benefit from Sharon's signature approach that redefines resilience beyond mere endurance. She equips leaders with practical tools drawn from military training, Stoicism, and Positive Psychology to build teams that flex rather than break. Sharon’s insights on team resilience and human intelligence have made her a sought-after speaker worldwide, from keynotes in Riyadh and Dubai to major conferences in London including the Women in Change Summit, AI Week, and the Future of Tech. Audiences leave Sharon's presentations with evidence-based strategies for building psychological safety, actionable techniques to transform team dynamics during uncertainty, and a renewed understanding of how authentic leadership drives commercial results. Her storytelling approach connects strategy with human experience, making complex concepts immediately applicable. Book Sharon when your organisation needs more than inspiration – when you need transformation that delivers measurable business impact with heart and credibility.

Sharon's showreel and videos

Topics, sessions and talks

Resilience Reimagined: Supercharging Team Performance in Times of Change
Sharon Parmar explores what happens to teams under pressure and why resilience must be a collective force rather than an individual trait. Drawing on research and real-world examples, she challenges outdated leadership models and introduces actionable strategies for building adaptable, high-performing teams. Expect a blend of science, insight and practical frameworks designed to help organisations thrive through uncertainty.
Deathbed to Chief Heart Officer: ROI of Leading with Heart
In a powerful story-led session, Sharon Parmar shares how a life-threatening experience reshaped her understanding of leadership. Moving from traditional command and control to a heart-led model, she reveals how authentic, human-centred leadership can unlock innovation, loyalty and sustainable performance. The session offers practical takeaways for building high-performing teams through emotional courage and connection.
Why Human Intelligence is the Ultimate Advantage in an AI World
As automation accelerates, Sharon Parmar explores why the most valuable workplace skills are increasingly human. With a focus on resilience, adaptability and emotional intelligence, she offers a roadmap for closing critical skill gaps and future-proofing teams. Through compelling case studies and data, she highlights how to develop a human-centred workforce that drives innovation and connection in an AI-dominated landscape.
Beyond Self-Care: The Burnout Blueprint for 21st Century Leaders
Sharon Parmar exposes the systemic causes of burnout and why surface-level wellness initiatives are failing. Instead, she introduces a blueprint for preventing burnout by shifting culture, strengthening psychological safety and embedding trust. With a mix of research, case studies and personal narrative, this session equips leaders with actionable solutions for building resilient, thriving teams without sacrificing performance.

Why we recommend booking Sharon

Sharon Parmar transforms organisations with her award-winning Resilience 2.0 framework, blending 20 years of FTSE 100 leadership experience with powerful personal insights to build teams that thrive during change rather than merely survive. Book Sharon to equip your leaders with practical tools from military training, Stoicism and Positive Psychology that deliver measurable business impact through stronger collaboration and sustained performance under pressure.

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Trusted by Barclays, Everywoman, MindTools, HSBC, EY, SnapLogic

Testimonials

Sharon took a difficult subject of burnout and stress and turned it into an energising and inspiring experience. I resonated so much with what Sharon said and the feedback from colleagues was overwhelmingly positive. It was hard to keep up with the rounds of applause and the number of comments and questions. Thank you Sharon.

Louisa Chapple

HR Director, Barclays

I highly recommend Sharon. She is a powerful speaker who tailors her message to every audience. She creates safe, engaging spaces that inspire leaders to speak up, grow, and take action.

Nicole Goodwin

MD, Everywoman

Sharon is a natural storyteller, bringing her experience to bear on what can be challenging subjects, while giving her audience clear ideas and actionable takeaways. It has been a pleasure to work with Sharon. She is extremely professional, warm, and has great on-camera presence.

Catriona McLeod

Managing Editor, MindTools

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Email sharon.parmar@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 Sharon'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 Sharon Parmar's speaking style like?
Sharon Parmar uses a story-led format anchored in her personal experience of a life-threatening illness, which she connects to her proprietary Resilience 2.0 framework. She supports this narrative with case studies, data, and tools drawn from military training, Stoicism, and Positive Psychology to deliver practical frameworks for team resilience.
What topics does Sharon Parmar specialise in?
Sharon Parmar speaks on collective team resilience, heart-led leadership, and human intelligence in an AI-driven workplace. She is the creator of the Resilience 2.0 framework, implemented by HSBC, EY, and SnapLogic, backed by 20 years of leadership experience with FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 companies.
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