Lynda Gratton

Lynda Gratton is the Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and is widely recognised as a premier global expert on the intersection of people and organisations. After earning a doctorate in psychology, she served as the Chief Psychologist for British Airways before transition to management consultancy. At PA, she achieved the distinction of becoming the firm's youngest-ever director before returning to academia to bridge the gap between rigorous research and corporate strategy. Her influential publications have defined modern management discourse. Her book Living Strategy has been translated into over 15 languages and was cited by American CEOs as a landmark text. In Hot Spots, she explores the dynamics of workplace energy, while The 100-Year Life, co-authored with Andrew Scott, addresses the profound shift towards 60-year careers for younger generations. These contributions have earned her a place among The Times' top 20 business thinkers and the Financial Times' list of leaders likely to shape the next decade of industry. As a world-class advisor, Professor Gratton helps global corporations navigate talent development, diversity, and strategic HR challenges. Organisations book her for her unparalleled ability to translate complex psychological and economic trends into clear frameworks for future-proofing the workforce. On stage, Lynda Gratton is best known for talks on Diversity & Inclusion, Hr & People, Peak Performance, 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 Education, HR & People and Leadership & Coaching, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Lynda Gratton is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference 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, Lynda Gratton 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 Lynda Gratton would approach your audience.