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Prof. Damian Hughes | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Prof. Damian Hughes

Prof. Damian Hughes | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Add a high-performance mindset to your team’s toolkit with Professor Damian Hughes, speaker, organisational psychologist, author and performance culture expert.
Prof. Damian Hughes | PepTalk Expert Speaker
High Performance
Workplace Culture
Workplace Wellbeing
High Performance
Workplace Culture
Prof. Damian Hughes
Prof. Damian Hughes | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Add a high-performance mindset to your team’s toolkit with Professor Damian Hughes, speaker, organisational psychologist, author and performance culture expert.
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I found Damian refreshing, innovative and massively motivational, the content of his presentation was relevant and business focussed and engaged all of our managers. I would definitely look to use Damian again for our management conference. | Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager | John Lewis | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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About Prof. Damian Hughes

International speaker and author in sports and organisational development
Co-host of The High Performance Podcast
Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change at Manchester Metropolitan University
Professor Damian Hughes is a highly regarded international speaker and bestselling author renowned for his expertise in sport, organisational development, and change psychology. With a unique combination of practical experience and academic knowledge, he assists organizations and teams in creating a high-performance culture.

Professor Damian has written eight highly acclaimed business books, which have gained widespread popularity. His innovative coaching approach has garnered praise from esteemed individuals such as Sir Richard Branson, Muhammad Ali, Sir Terry Leahy, Sir Roger Bannister, Tiger Woods, Jonny Wilkinson, and Sir Alex Ferguson.

Recognizing his exceptional contributions, Damian was appointed as the Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change at Manchester Metropolitan University in September 2010. In addition to his academic pursuits, Damian co-hosts The High-Performance Podcast, a widely acclaimed series of interviews with elite performers from various domains, including business, sport, and the arts. Through these interviews, he delves into the psychology behind sustained high performance, providing valuable insights to listeners.

Currently, Damian serves as a coaching team member for both the Scotland Rugby Union and the Canberra Raiders, further showcasing his expertise and commitment to enhancing performance in the sporting arena.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Damian Hughes available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Damian Hughes'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 Prof. Damian directly.

What topics does Damian Hughes specialise in?  

Damian Hughes specialises in discussing sport, organisational development, change psychology and more.

What is Damian Hughes's speaking style like?  

Damian delivers engaging, business-focused sessions tailored to audience needs. He connects well, inspires action, and challenges teams to think differently, leaving a lasting, motivational impact on participants.

Does Damian Hughes offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Damian Hughes offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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I found Damian refreshing, innovative and massively motivational, the content of his presentation was relevant and business focussed and engaged all of our managers. I would definitely look to use Damian again for our management conference. | Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager | John Lewis | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
Damian has a rich experience across many sectors. His involvement with leading sporting organisations provides insight that challenges how individuals approach change and deliver winning results through the team. Damian always scores highly in feedback. People leave these sessions challenging themselves on what they need to do differently to deliver success [...] | David Goadby, Sales Director | British Gas | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-3.webp
Damian helped us in shaping a successful, vibrant and inspiring conference. He affiliates with the audience and he was able to adapt his speech to the target as well as to our specific needs. He was brilliant in connecting our purpose of the meeting [...] | Federico Sarzi Braga, Country Business Manager | Nestlé | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager
I found Damian refreshing, innovative and massively motivational, the content of his presentation was relevant and business focussed and engaged all of our managers. I would definitely look to use Damian again for our management conference. | Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager | John Lewis | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager
I found Damian refreshing, innovative and massively motivational, the content of his presentation was relevant and business focussed and engaged all of our managers. I would definitely look to use Damian again for our management conference. | Claire Buckingham, Personnel Manager | John Lewis | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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