Speaking

Paul West speaking on stage

From leadership conferences to podcasts, Paul shares insight & experience with his trademark humour & energy - helping audiences see differently & act on what they learn.

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Conferences & Events


Paul loves speaking - and audiences love listening.

Whether delivering a keynote, chairing a panel or joining a podcast, he brings energy, creativity and straight-talking insight that audiences remember.
His sessions mix humour and relatable examples that make even complex topics easy to grasp and impossible to ignore.

He’s spoken at leadership and organisational development conferences, professional networks and public-sector events. Highlights include the Roffey Park Institute Organisational Development Conference, the Association for Project Management Future of Work conference, and a leadership keynote for the Department for Transport.

Paul also recently joined a Change Management Institute thought-leadership panel discussing The Past, Present and Future of Change.

His sessions give audiences practical ways to see leadership and change from a new perspective, and make progress where it matters.

Style & Impact


Organisers describe Paul’s sessions as clear, energising & refreshingly real.

He avoids theory-heavy slides and instead uses vivid storytelling from Shackleton to modern boardrooms to connect with audiences.

Each session is tailored: Paul listens, adapts and builds talks that resonate with your themes and objectives.

Beyond keynotes, Paul is a trusted chair and facilitator who connects ideas, draws out insight, and keeps conversations meaningful.

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Paul’s talk was the most engaging of the day - smart, funny and practical.
— Leadership & Change Conference delegate

What Audiences Say



A rare speaker who simplifies complexity without dumbing it down.
— Director, Professional Services Firm