Chris Hirst, with over a decade of experience in Global and UK CEO roles, is recognised as a leader in business transformation, driving companies to significant growth and reputational change. He authored the best-selling book "No Bullsht Leadership" and recently released "No Bullsht Change”.
As Global CEO of Havas Creative Group, Chris managed over 10,000 employees worldwide, elevating the company to second place in Campaign Magazine’s global network rankings within three years. During his tenure, he achieved record growth and profits, despite a brief pause due to COVID-19, and was shortlisted by Campaign Magazine as Global CEO of the Year in 2022. He initiated the Group’s sustainability practice, Havas Genus, and secured multiple B-Corp accreditations in the UK, US, and the Netherlands. Havas UK’s DE&I strategy, developed under his leadership, was adopted globally by the Havas group.
Chris graduated from Brasenose College, Oxford (MEng Engineering Science) and Harvard Business School (Advanced Management Program). He writes a monthly column for Management Today, has over half a million listens for his "No Bullsht Leadership" podcast, and frequently comments in press and broadcast media.
Want to book Chris Hirst for your next event?
Email chris.hirst@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm 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.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Chris Hirst directly.
What topics does Chris Hirst specialise in?
Chris Hirst specialises in talking about business transformation, leadership, sustainability and more.
What is Chris Hirst's speaking style like?
Chris delivers insightful and memorable leadership, combining fresh perspectives with effective strategies. His approach is both impactful and inspiring, earning him recognition as a brilliant leader in business transformation. __
Does Chris Hirst offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Chris Hirst offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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