Claude Silver is the world’s first Chief Heart Officer, a pioneering role she helped shape at VaynerX to foster a culture of empathy, belonging and emotional intelligence across a global workforce.
With over two decades of experience in advertising and brand strategy, she is now recognised for redefining the future of leadership by placing people at the heart of organisational success.
Claude’s career spans senior roles at major agencies including JWT London and Publicis, where she worked with Fortune 50 brands. But it was her deep interest in human behaviour, team dynamics and emotional wellbeing that drove her to reimagine how businesses can grow through human connection.
At VaynerMedia, she helped guide the company’s expansion from 400 to 2,000 employees worldwide, while shaping a workplace culture centred on trust and emotional awareness.
Her leadership philosophy is rooted in the idea of emotional optimism — the belief that acknowledging and working through complex feelings enables teams and individuals to thrive.
Drawing on her training in transpersonal and positive psychology, as well as her background as an Outward Bound instructor and business owner, Claude supports people to find clarity, purpose and confidence in both their personal and professional journeys.
She has received accolades such as Adweek’s Changing the Game Award and Campaign US’s Female Frontier Award, and her insights have been featured in leading publications including the New York Times, Forbes and the Wall Street Journal.
Claude’s work continues to inspire a new generation of leaders to prioritise authenticity, empathy and courage — helping organisations not only perform better, but feel better from the inside out.
How can I book Claude Silver for my next event?
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Claude Silver available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Claude Silver's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Claude directly.
What topics does Claude Silver specialise in?
Claude Silver specialises in discussing empathy, emotional intelligence, leadership development and more.
What is Claude Silver's speaking style like?
Claude energises audiences with her authentic and insightful presentations, fostering a culture of empathy and engagement. Her impactful delivery inspires leaders to prioritise heart and humanity in the workplace.
Does Claude Silver offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Claude Silver offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.