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The Leader’s Secret Code
Drawing from his experiences in crime scenes and courtrooms, Adam Pacifico highlights how effective leadership for a better world begins with inclusivity and radical collaboration, informed by his work with Silicon Valley startups and tech giants. Attendees will learn strategies for fostering inclusive leadership and the transformative power of humble inquiry in their organisations.
Adam’s keynote, "Lead Like a Human," was inspiring, relatable, and incredibly engaging. He has a natural ability to connect with the audience on a personal level, making his session both memorable and impactful. His insights on leadership were practical, down-to-earth, and full of heart. Everyone left feeling motivated, with fresh ideas and simple, actionable steps they could apply right away. It wasn’t just a talk—it was an experience that will stick with us for a long time. | Lizelle van Zyl, Head of Trade Marketing & Category Management | Red Bull South Africa | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-3.webp
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Adam possesses a rare talent for creating content that not only engages but also deeply resonates with audiences. His passion and creativity shine through in every piece, inspiring and motivating those experience his work. As Maya Angelou beautifully said, ‘people will forget what you said and what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel’ [...] | Dr Daniel Neubauer, HRBP LATAM International | UBS | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Adam is not only a pleasure to work with but also a valuable asset to any team, consistently exceeding expectations with his innovative solutions, collaborative spirit and unwavering dedication. His contributions have had a significant positive impact on our operations[...] | Nicole Lockhart, Head of Capability, Culture & Operations | GSK | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-3.webp
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Many communicate, few connect. Adam has a unique gift in the way he connects with the people he is working with. Whether it is a keynote to 500 people or working with an executive team of 12 his ability to translate best practice theory into practical steps and meaningful actions is simply awesome. Adam’s ability to tell a story and make you think, is just one of the many gifts he brings during a keynote. | Spencer Holt, CPXO, Executive Team | Merlin Entertainment | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Adam is one speaker with multiple perspectives. He draws from his experience as a barrister prosecuting and defending in the criminal courts and operational policing in London on covert teams, the 150,000+ data points from his book, which was shortlisted for business book of the year, and over 250 interviews from leaders all over the world for his award-winning podcast.
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Adam Pacifico
Host of the award-winning podcast, The Leadership Enigma, ranked No.1 in the UK for leadership podcasts
Co-author of The Leader’s Secret Code and columnist for CEO World
Designed and delivered leadership-focused experiential learning to over 100,000 people
Ranked No.1 in the UK for leadership podcasts by FeedSpot, listened to in 97 countries, and downloaded 2.5 million times annually, The Leadership Enigma explores navigating uncertainty, unlocking potential, and leading with purpose. Filmed virtually from Adam's personal studio, the show now has over 200 interviews from sports stars, psychologists, global disrupters, leading academics, and more.
As a partner at Heidrick & Struggles, Adam partners with C-suite teams across the globe to solve complex challenges and accelerate transformation. He has designed and delivered leadership-focused experiential learning to over 100,000 people across various sectors including Google, Nike, Tottenham Hotspur FC, International Criminal Court, and Red Bull.
Through his work, Adam bridges the gap between legal precision and practical leadership by translating complex behavioural insights into actionable strategies. His unique background enables organisations to develop leaders who make better decisions under pressure, navigate ethical challenges, and build more resilient teams; essential skills in today's volatile business environment.
Audiences leave Adam's presentations with practical tools to enhance their decision-making processes, techniques to communicate with greater influence across diverse stakeholders, and frameworks to build psychological safety within their teams. His experiential approach ensures concepts are immediately applicable and his talks are sought out by organisations around the world.
Book Adam for a rare combination of intellectual rigour and practical wisdom that transforms how leaders think, communicate, and perform under pressure.
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