Mark C. Thompson

A leading authority on executive leadership and innovation, Dr. Mark C. Thompson helps organisations accelerate growth, build high-performing teams, and drive transformational results. In his dynamic and insight-driven keynotes, the New York Times bestselling author, venture investor, and leadership coach equips leaders with practical strategies to scale performance, foster innovation, and create lasting value. His work focuses on enabling leaders to align vision, execution, and culture for sustainable success.

Based at Stanford University and serving as adjunct faculty at Harvard’s Institute of Coaching, Mark has advised some of the world’s most influential leaders, including Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, and CEOs of companies such as Lyft and Pinterest. He also served as the world’s first Chief Customer Experience Officer at Charles Schwab, bringing pioneering insight into customer-centric leadership and growth.

Mark is the author of multiple New York Times bestselling books, including Success Built to Last and ADMIRED, and is a regular contributor to Forbes, Inc., and Fast Company, sharing insights on leadership, innovation, and business transformation. His work highlights how top-performing organisations sustain growth and remain competitive in evolving markets.

A successful venture capitalist, Mark has been an early investor in companies such as Facebook and Netflix, and has served on the boards of organisations including Best Buy and Korn Ferry, reinforcing his deep expertise across industries.

Beyond his professional achievements, Mark’s passion for leadership development and innovation continues to shape his work with global organisations. His core message is clear: when leaders align purpose, performance, and innovation, they unlock extraordinary growth and long-term impact.