Herminia Ibarra

Herminia Ibarra is a distinguished academic and leading authority on leadership development, currently serving as the Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School. Recognised by Thinkers50 as one of the most prominent management thinkers globally, she is a valued member of the World Economic Forum’s Expert Network. Her academic pedigree includes previous faculty positions at Harvard Business School and INSEAD, having completed her Masters and Doctorate at Yale University. As a prolific author, her influential books include Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader and Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your Career. Her research meticulously explores the intersection of talent management, technology, and career evolution, providing a framework for professional reinvention and effective collaboration. Her expert commentary is frequently featured in major international publications, including the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review. Professor Ibarra is sought after for her ability to bridge rigorous academic research with practical applications for modern corporate environments. Audiences value her evidence-based approach to navigating career transitions and her sophisticated understanding of the structural challenges facing today's senior leaders. On stage, Herminia Ibarra is best known for talks on Hr & People, Leadership and Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Business & Consulting, Education and HR & People, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Herminia Ibarra is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Herminia Ibarra travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Herminia Ibarra would approach your audience.