Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School, Award-Winning Management Scholar, Bestselling Author & Organisational Culture Expert
Dan Cable’s Biography:
Dan Cable is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School, known for helping organisations understand how people find purpose, motivation and commitment at work. A leading voice in organisational psychology, he is a keynote speaker trusted by global brands seeking evidence-based insight into human behaviour. His most notable career milestone is being ranked among the Top 25 Most Influential Management Scholars, recognising the scale of his impact on leadership and culture.
Dan’s early path began with a BS in Psychology from Penn State University, where his interest in why people behave the way, they do first took shape. He went on to complete an MSc and PhD at Cornell University in Labour and Industrial Relations, a period that laid the foundations for his career in research and teaching. Those formative years shaped his curiosity about workplace systems and the emotional experiences that drive performance. After time teaching in the United States, he joined London Business School in 2009 as Professor of Organisational Behaviour, a role that has defined much of his professional life.
Throughout his career, Dan has produced influential research on employee engagement, culture, leadership mindset and organisational change. He has written more than fifty scholarly articles and published three popular books, including Change to Strange, Alive at Work, and Exceptional. His work has earned respected accolades, among them two Best Article Awards from the Academy of Management and the Excellence in Teaching Award from London Business School in 2020. His contributions also led to his selection for the Thinkers50 Radar List, a mark of his global influence. Alongside his academic achievements, Dan has worked with organisations ranging from HSBC and Deloitte to IKEA and Coca Cola, helping leaders understand how to create environments where people thrive.
Why Hire Dan Cable?
People hire Dan Cable because he combines rigorous research with a warm, practical style. His keynote topics include the psychology of sustainable change, authentic leadership, best self-activation, growth mindset cultures and the power of purpose. These subjects matter to leaders who want teams that are energised, connected and motivated by meaning. Dan shows audiences how small shifts in behaviour can unlock curiosity, resilience and long term commitment. For organisations aiming to build healthier cultures and inspire human potential, Dan delivers clarity and momentum in a way that stays with people long after the event.
Dan Cable’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Dan Cable’s inspirational career in organisational behaviour:
- 2025 – Shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Talent Award
- 2020 – Winner of the Excellence in Teaching Award, London Business School
- 2020 – Author of ‘Exceptional: Build Your Personal Highlight Reel and Unlock Your Potential’
- 2018 – Author of ‘Alive at Work: The Neuroscience of Helping Your People Love What They Do’
- 2018 – Selected for the Thinkers50 Radar List
- 2009 – Appointed Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School
- 2007 – Author of ‘Change to Strange: Create a Great Organisation by Building a Strange Workforce’
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Testimonials
“His engaging way of teaching has made a big difference for the managers attending the training. The eye-opening points he makes on how we lead and what motivates people is something which is remembered long after the training” – Head of Leadership & Talent Management, Nordea
“What separates Dan from the rest is his non-conventional delivery. By intelligently using a powerful arsenal of concepts, relevant real-life examples and analogies he was able to engage a team of very senior leaders from start to finish” – Group HR Director, Coca-Cola Asia Pacific
“Dan delivers engaging and uplifting keynote speeches on enabling sustainable change and the audience has always left feeling highly motivated and inspired to help others be the best they can be” – Director, PwC
“Dan approached the crucial topic of change management in a unique way – starting from insights in best-in-class change examples and translating them into the business reality of his audience” – SVP, Human Resources, Executive Committee, Carlsberg Group
Speaking Topics
Dan Cable’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Authentic Leadership and the Role of Purpose
- Best Self Activation
- Creating a Growth Mindset Culture
- How to Create a Culture of Innovation
- The Power of Purpose
- The Psychology of Sustainable Change
- What Do You Bring to Work?
How Much Does Dan Cable Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dan Cable?
The cost of hiring Dan Cable varies according to your event format, location and engagement requirements. For an accurate and tailored quote, contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent, who will guide you through the options and availability.