Lisa Bent
Leadership · Human behaviour · Self-leadership · Change
Former Group HR Director, qualified counsellor and published author. Keynotes and practical workshops on self-leadership, adaptability and change.
Lisa Bent is a former Group HR Director, qualified counsellor and published author with over 13 years' experience in creative and media businesses, including Turner Broadcasting (now Warner Bros. Discovery), Omnicom Media Group, Landor & Fitch (WPP), Damien Hirst's studio and The Captivate Group.
Having partnered with CEOs and executive teams to develop leaders, strengthen workplace cultures and navigate organisational change, Lisa combines corporate expertise, psychological insight and storytelling to inspire meaningful growth. She is the author of Symona's Still Single and co-writer of Alison Hammond's debut novel Bombshell.
Through engaging keynotes and practical workshops, she explores self-leadership, emotional intelligence, adaptability and personal reinvention, helping individuals and organisations lead with greater confidence, intention and impact.
When we understand ourselves, we become better equipped to lead, grow and create meaningful change.
Signature talks
Lead Yourself First: The Power of Self-Awareness in Leadership The best leaders understand that their behaviour, not simply their expertise, shapes the people around them. This talk challenges leaders to examine how their beliefs, emotions and everyday actions influence trust, relationships and performance.
Adaptability, the New Human Superpower: Staying Human, Confident and Relevant in the Age of AI As technology transforms the way we work, the greatest challenge is often not the technology itself but how we respond to uncertainty, disruption and the need to change. This talk explores the psychology of change, our relationship with identity, and the human capabilities that matter more alongside AI.
Formats: Keynote, workshop, panel moderation, fireside chat, virtual, and 1:1 coaching sessions.