

Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE
Jonathan Bowman-Perks
Show summary. Each week former British Army Officer, CEOs coach, Top Team coach and motivational speaker Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE brings inspiring leadership themes and guest interviews to you. Jonathan’s wide cross-section of guests vary from Generals to distinguished SAS Officers, CEOs and business leaders. This podcast appeals to the full cross-section of leaders: from younger aspiring leaders, Entrepreneurs, experience managers to CEOs, Partners, MDs and Chairs of businesses. Stories of inspiration, failures, hard won lessons, top tips and practical leadership advice for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 12, 2021 • 1h 1min
#156: Steven Kuhn - Author - Unleash Your Humble Alpha
Steven is a U.S. Military combat veteran who has been hand-picked to consult with some of the most influential people in the world (rock stars, singers, actors, business leaders and politicians) to turn around their business and how to expand their brand, build value and loyalty and develop strategies for increasing beneficial relationships for increased revenue and achieving true Quality of Life (QOL). Steven is a best-selling author and has a new book that was just released with his partner and co-author Lane Belone, (Special Forces Green Beret veteran) with the title Unleash Your Humble Alpha Steven has trained, coached and participated in leadership roles in nearly every capacity: historical leadership of European Royalty, Military Combat Operations leadership, political leadership in Europe and the US, spiritual leadership from the Natives in North and South America, monks in Europe, having turning around hundreds of around the world. Leadership from nearly all walks of life, all synthesized into what he calls Humble Alpha Leadership. Steven Kuhn and Lane Belone helps leaders how to achieve their own version of quality of life with their Humble Alpha Leader Program. FAVOURITE LEADERSHIP QUOTE: Standard boring one: Delegate the task, never the responsibility Awesome one: Focus on impact outside of yourself. This is the path to make a real impact in the world and reach fulfilment in life. This includes the mission of you elevating others around and helping them step into their own greatness.#InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9, 2021 • 55min
#155: Dr Paul Howarth - Chief Executive Officer of the UK’s National Nuclear Laboratory
Paul started his career as a nuclear physicist working on the international fusion energy programme in Oxfordshire where he gained his PhD. As CEO, he now leads the UK’s National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) which is responsible for underpinning research to support all aspects of the UK’s nuclear industry. On the way to his current role, Paul worked on the plutonium finishing lines at Sellafield and is one of the few Western’s to work deep inside nuclear facilities in Japan. He led the UK’s advanced reactor programme while working at British Nuclear Fuels and co-founded the Dalton Nuclear Institute at the University of Manchester. He spent time working for Battelle in the US one of the world’s largest R&D organisations which runs a number of the US National Laboratories. With the British Government he helped to develop the case for new nuclear build and is now passionate to see NNL becoming a truly purpose led organisation, playing a leading role across key societal needs such as environmental restoration, clean energy and cancer treatment through nuclear medicine. Paul holds a bachelor's degree in Astrophysics, an MBA and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School. Currently, he also chairs the Association of Innovation, Research and Technology Organisations (AIRTO) and BHR Group and was elected to the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2014. Paul’s leadership tip – Lead with Purpose and the rest will follow #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 2021 • 57min
#154: CEO Club Forum - Brand, Reputation & Trust
This is a referral-only forum of inspirational business CEOs. They have been invited due to their willingness to exchange their wisdom & experience with their CEO peers in other sectors / industries. The forum is hosted by Leigh & Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE. They facilitate an invited panel of 6 different CEOs every month. Panel members discuss topical leadership wisdom to the benefit of fellow CEOs and other business leaders to listen and learn. CEO Panel Members are invited for their “3 x Hum” qualities – humanity, humility and humour. 1.James Bashall Lieutenant General CB CBE - Commander Home Command2. Leigh Bowman-Perks - CEO Inspiring Leadership Trust & Inspiring Leadership International3. Emma Kane - CEO, SEC Newgate UK 4. Brian Heyworth - Co-Managing Partner Lansdown Partners 5. John Cresswell – Former Group CEO Bibby Line Group & CEO ITV 6. Mark Fleiner - President at Malvern Panalytical7. Chris Pyle - Headmaster of Lancaster Royal Gramma SchoolGuestsAndrew RhodesColonel Tom Salberg#InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2, 2021 • 1h 4min
#153: Larry English - CEO at Centric
Before founding Centric, Larry worked for a large international consulting firm, until he got burned out at 25. He and his wife backpacked around the world as he tried to find his path in life – and he did. Shortly after returning home, he and his like-minded pals founded Centric with a focus on changing how consulting was done by building a remote company with a mission to create a culture of employee and client happiness. Two decades later, Centric has grown to more than 1,100 employees across the U.S. and India. It’s won numerous awards, including Fast Company’s Best Places for Innovators (2020) and Inc. 5000 (2007-2013, 2017). The company’s secret to success has been investing in a culture that values employee and client happiness through emphasizing work-life balance. Being remote has been a big part of achieving that culture. Larry firmly believes that remote/hybrid is the future of work not only because it is a better way to work, but also because it makes a company nimbler and able to attract and retain top talent around the world. Desiring to help other businesses follow in Centric’s footsteps, he wrote Office Optional: How to Build a Connected Culture with Virtual Teams (2020). The book, which debuted as a #1 Amazon New Release in Office Management, serves as a roadmap for company leaders wishing to permanently adopt remote work all while building or maintaining a great culture. Larry has been donating the proceeds from the book to LaunchCode, a nonprofit that teaches people to code for free, providing pathways to successful tech careers. Additionally, Larry authors a Forbes column on remote work / the future of work, and is a regular guest speaker on podcasts, conferences and more. He loves sharing his insights from leading a remote company for more than 20 years. These include: Why trust is the foundation of remote work success. How office space and the office ecosystem are changing. Why adopting remote work is necessary to compete for top talent. What process, technology, policy and training changes are required for permanently adopting remote work. How remote work improves employees’ quality of life. His leadership tip: Trusting your employees is the best thing you can do as a leader, and the shortcut to trust is vulnerability. #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 2021 • 57min
#152: Walt Rakowich - CEO of Prologis & Author of #Transfluence
Walt Rakowich, former CEO of Prologis and leadership speaker, shares insights from his career and his book, 'Transfluence'. He delves into how family values shaped his leadership style, emphasizing resilience and collaboration. The discussion includes the evolving real estate landscape post-pandemic and the importance of moral quotient in effective leadership. Walt advocates for patience and humility as key traits for success, highlighting how gratitude can transform both personal and professional relationships.

Apr 25, 2021 • 60min
#151: Marc Pettican - President Barclays Payments at Barclays
With over 20 years payment experience, Marc Pettican has seen significant development in technology and innovation across the industry and has often been a driving force in shaping new propositions for corporate and small business portfolios (NFC, EMV, Data security, eCommerce, virtual payments). Marc has undertaken a succession of senior coverage, leadership and general management roles in Barclays including acquiring, payment gateways and commercial payments. He spent two years overseeing the integration of The Logic Group technology provider into Barclaycard and then moved on to become CEO of Barclaycard Commercial Payments driving adoption of B2B and virtual payment solutions across all segments. He has held his current role of President of Barclays Payments since October 2019 where he is responsible for all aspects of all commercial activity including Issuing, Acquiring and platform services. Additionally, Marc is part of Commercial Payment International (CPI) European advisory board and has recently taken on board position for Northamptonshire Sport who are driving to get the community More Active, More Often. A family man who is a self-proclaimed Dad taxi at weekends, however in his spare time enjoys golf, snowboarding, travelling, supports Arsenal and Northampton Saints and is partial to a spot of DIY. #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2021 • 57min
#150: Graham Harle - CEO of Gleeds
Graham Harle is Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Gleeds, overseeing a worldwide business with a turnover of £200 million and 80 offices. Having been on the Executive Board for 13 years, Graham moved into his new role in January 2019. Graham’s aspiration for Gleeds is that it increasingly leverages its in-house expertise and client networks to create new opportunities and exceed the demands of the sector globally. Graham is focused on driving the Digital, ESG and D&I agendas within Gleeds together with continued awareness of the mental health and wellbeing agenda. Graham has worked for Gleeds since 1995 and was formerly the Head of Programme and Project Management as well as key contact for several global clients. Instrumental in the growth of Gleeds’ commercial business into one of the strongest teams in London and the UK, Graham believes in setting the highest standards of service for Clients. With over 30 years’ industry experience, Graham has built successful and long-term relationships with developers and funders and has significant experience in the private sector, providing strategic advice on a number of major developments in the UK, Europe, US and Middle East. Outside of work, Graham is an avid sportsman, football coach and enjoys contributing to society via his charity work.#InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 2021 • 59min
#149: Richard Thorpe - Ex London Irish Rugby Consultant - Family Office
Richard Thorpe is Director of Rugby of a National 1 Rugby Club, and Performance Coach to professional athletes, executives, entrepreneurs & family office Next-Gen. Richard began his career in rugby when he joined the London Irish Academy at the age of 18. His subsequent professional career boasted over 150 Premiership rugby games for London Irish, Leicester Tigers and London Welsh. He played in the 2009 Premiership Final for London Irish, and was a part of the Leicester team that won the Premiership in 2013. A near career ending injury saw Richard leave Leicester after winning the Premiership and join London Welsh whom had just been relegated. He went on to win the Championship with London Welsh the next season, gaining promotion back into the Premiership. Richard was also a Canadian International Rugby Player, and represented Rugby Canada at the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England. Following his retirement from professional rugby in 2016, Richard moved into business. Having invested in property throughout his rugby career, he initially transitioned into Operations Director at RDT Invest (a principal real estate lender). Alongside this role he also became a Director of SBL Capital, his family’s private office. But it was his ongoing work with professional athletes that first moved him into coaching. Early on after his retirement, Richard began coaching professional athletes struggling with their transition into the ‘real world’. He joined Harley Street Institute, Cognacity in 2017 as an Executive Coach, and in 2018, he wound down his other business interests and established his own Performance Consultancy. He now coaches across sectors but focusses mainly on professional athletes, executives and Next-Gen. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Richard stepped back into rugby as Director of Rugby at National 1 Rugby Club Chinnor RFC Thame. Whilst a semi-professional club, Chinnor have some big ambitions, and Richard’s leadership framework is influenced by his experiences in professional rugby, business, Executive and Performance Coaching. Richard combines this role with his Performance Consultancy, and his young family in Buckinghamshire. Richard has also been a Player Representative for the Rugby Players Association, and is currently Ambassador for the Global Next-Gen Community (the successors to the Global Family Office Community). Leadership tip – Ask yourself everyday: “how can I get the best out of my people?” #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 2021 • 35min
#148: Jonathan Bowman-Perks - Review of 147 Podcasts - Leadership Lessons
🎙Jonathan Coaches CEOs. He solves their practical problems and helps them to build Inspiring Leadership, Inspiring Teams & Inspiring Results. 🏔 Message him for your 🆓 “Top Tips for Inspiring Leaders” 📚 Practical tips for your business & life success 🎯 🎖 Trusted Leadership Coach to CEOs Chairmen 💼 & Executive teams 🎤 Host of Inspiring Leadership Podcast 🏆 Rated Top 2% of 🌎 Podcasters. British ⚔️ Army Officer & 💼 PLC Managing Director Jonathan said: 💎 “I learnt so much from my mistakes & the 💪 strength that comes through vulnerability. My values= HIT: Honesty Integrity & Transparency. The tragic deaths of my 🛩 Fast-jet Royal Navy Pilot⚓️ Father & my 👩👦 Philanthropist Mother led to me living, writing & teaching “Inspiring Leadership” He went on to say “My Calling is to inspire YOU & your team to: find & live your 🧭 “True North”, 🔓 unlock your 🧨 potential, leave a legacy ✅ & make a difference via your 🏦 business. Email me NOW to Grow & Inspire others.” Jonathan takes us through a review of the first 147 different podcasts particularly calling out 145 with Joe Foster, 142 with Brian Ashton MBE, 141 with Dr Margaret Casely-Heyford CBE, 138 with Jeff Nischwitz, 131 with Patrick Kane, 126 with General Sir Mike Jackson, 124 with Paz Avalos, 121 with Derek Redmond OLY and 120 with Captain David Marquet. So, what makes an inspiring leader? He spots themes such as diverse experiences, humility humanity, heart and humour, that they are all referred by other people and not self-referrals and people who seek self-aggrandisement. #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 2021 • 1h 6min
#147: Brian Heyworth - Co-Managing Partner at Lansdowne Partners
I thoroughly enjoyed my interview with Brian and find him one of the most open authentic and powerfully vulnerable leaders that I have met. We had a fascinating and powerful conversation on many topics including mental health where he was refreshingly open. Brian joined Lansdowne Partners in January 2021 as Co-Managing Partner and is the Chair of the Management Committee. Brian has over 30 years’ experience in global financial markets, investment banking and asset management. He joined Lansdowne Partners from HSBC Asset Management, where he was the Global Head of Institutional Business. Before that he spent a decade in senior management roles in Global Banking and Markets at HSBC; his last role was Global Head of the Financial Institutions Group. Before joining HSBC in 2006, he had senior client management roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and JP Morgan. Brian obtained a MA in Economics from Cambridge University. In addition he is the Chair of The City Mental Health Alliance, which operates in the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia. The CMHA is a corporate membership organisation dedicated to the promotion of awareness and improvement of employees’ mental health in the workplace. His Leadership tip : Don’t be afraid to be your true self, be vulnerable or ask for help. #InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEO #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #InclusiveLeadership #Boards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


