Kevin Gaskell
Former Director of Porsche and BMW
*Fees are a guide only. Exact cost will be dependent on requirements and are subject to change.
About Kevin Gaskell
Gaskell’s entrepreneurial approach to business has earned him numerous accolades. He was recognised as one of the UK’s Top 40 leaders reflecting his exceptional ability to inspire teams to transform companies and achieve extraordinary results. His focus on developing innovative strategies and building high-performance cultures has been instrumental in driving business growth and success.
In addition to drawing on his extensive experience, Gaskell’s speaking style is engaging, energetic, and thought-provoking. His presentations are designed to provide practical insights and actionable strategies that audiences can implement immediately to drive business success. He has delivered keynote speeches and masterclasses at some of the world’s most prestigious conferences and for some of the world’s leading brands including Google, Shell, Oracle, Volkswagen, Close Brothers and Proctor & Gamble.
Alongside his business successes, Kevin has climbed the world’s highest mountains, walked to the North and South Poles, and in 2020, was a member of the crew setting a new world record for the fastest row across the Atlantic Ocean. His most recent book, Catching Giants, was shortlisted for Business Book of the Year.
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The role of the leader
What is the job specification of a corporate leader? How can the leader create a positive corporate culture and drive a business to success? What does a leader need to bring to the role and what can they expect to take from it? How can they achieve extraordinary results, even in difficult markets?
Leadership or Heroship?
Achieving success in adversity. Fewer than 100 people have walked to both the North and South Poles. Using practical lessons contrasting the experience of walking to the poles with that of driving business success key messages are discussed and a structured approach to achieving success identified.
*This topic can also take the form of 2 x 1 hour sessions where one session focuses on lessons from the polar expeditions whilst the second translates those lessons to the business environment.
Building a world class company
Great companies evolve and make progress despite, or sometimes due to, difficult environments.
How does a company ensure it has a clear vision and an aligned team? What steps should a leader take to drive the business onto the next level of success? How can it be fun for everyone involved?
Building a world class brand
Great companies build great brands. How are brands developed and how is long term value enhancement achieved? How does the brand’s position within its market segment affect the product perception? Repositioning of the Porsche and BMW brands are used to illustrate the process.
Automotive sector commentary
Specific issues including the development of the European retail market, legislation, financial perspectives for retail dealers and vehicle manufacturers.
Client Feedback
"His presentation was totally authentic allowing our selected high potential team to really see and feel what it means to be a visionary, inspiring leader."
"I thought Kevin was quite simply inspirational. I loved the fact that he was still down to earth despite his obvious success. I thought the message he gave could be adopted and implemented into any business…"
"We were completely in awe of your presentation! Your delivery is quite unique in that you relate so comfortably with the audience and you have ‘truly lived’ every moment of each experience. I have heard many speakers who have presented about their experiences but have lacked your ability to articulate from your heart"
"Thank you for making our leadership conference so special. The response from the audience was sky high! You are world-class, yet humble, and you make people feel as though anyone can achieve what they set their minds to be. What a gift! Thank you, thank you."
"Kevin was a breath of fresh air, truly inspirational. He focused thoughts for the rest of the conference and beyond."
"Kevin in action“…just to say that Kevin Gaskell was absolutely superb and one of the best speakers we have ever hired. Thank you…”"
"Never ever have heard such a passionate speaker, gives you energy."
"There is so much we have learned from your experience and you have my most sincere and personal gratitude for the work you put into our presentation."
"Inspirational speaker with great content, ideas and humility. If there was a higher score available he would get it. Completely compelling."
"Truly amazed by what he’s gained through a combination of determination, clever thinking and simple common sense. Great guy."
