Founder of Before Nine Consultancy, Former Partner & UKI Chief Sales Officer for 4C Strategies, Accredited Trainer for the Institute of Risk Management, Positive Psychology Practitioner, Leadership Coach & Keynote Speaker
Dr Aarti Anhal’s Biography:
Dr Aarti Anhal is a highly sought-after keynote speaker on resilience, leadership and performance in an age defined by rapid technological change. In 2017, she founded Before Nine, through which she has spent over 15 years advising FTSE 250 companies, government agencies and critical national infrastructure on risk, crisis and resilience. Known for her ability to connect human capability with emerging innovation, she delivers powerful, thought-provoking keynotes that help organisations navigate uncertainty with clarity and confidence. Her perspective is shaped by a unique blend of policy, business and advisory experience, allowing her to speak with authority on how leaders can adapt and thrive in an AI-influenced world.
Dr Aarti’s expertise is underpinned by a strong academic foundation, including an LLB Maîtrise in English and French Law, an MA in International Peace and Security from King’s College London and a PhD from the University of Cambridge. Most recently, she completed her postgraduate diploma in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology from the University of East London. Dr Aarti is also an EMCC-accredited coach and an accredited trainer for the Institute of Risk Management, allowing her to deliver programmes that help organisations strengthen leadership capability and build resilient, high-performing cultures.
Dr Aarti’s early career began at Goldman Sachs International in 1999, where she worked as an Executive Assistant before moving into policy as a consultant at the European Commission. She then joined RAND Europe as an Associate Analyst, focusing on international security and strategic risk. This early grounding led to her role as Director of Future Operations at Crisi Solutions, where she specialised in crisis management and organisational resilience. At 4C Strategies, she rose to Partner and UKI Chief Operating Officer before becoming UKI Chief Sales Officer, playing a central role in establishing and scaling the firm’s UK business and building high-performing teams in complex environments.
Why Hire Dr Aarti Anhal?
Dr Aarti’s thought leadership has been widely recognised across leading publications and industry platforms, reinforcing her authority as a keynote speaker on human performance, resilience and AI-driven change. She has been featured in HR Magazine discussing the UK’s motivation crisis, and in Management Today exploring proximity bias and its impact on careers in evolving workplaces. Her expertise in crisis and organisational resilience has also been highlighted by the Business Continuity Institute and in Continuity and Resilience Magazine. Alongside this, she has shared her insights through podcasts and interviews, including Disaster Empire Podcast, Preparing for the Unexpected and ResiliencePod, exploring themes such as preparing for uncertainty and building resilience from within. These contributions highlight her ability to connect behavioural science, leadership and systems thinking, adding depth, clarity and practical insight to her keynotes around AI, change and the future of work.
Dr Aarti is consistently hired as a keynote speaker because she goes beyond theory to deliver practical, actionable insight that resonates across industries. She brings together her experience in high-stakes environments with a deep understanding of human behaviour to help audiences rethink leadership in the context of AI and transformation. Her keynotes on resilience reimagined, positive leadership and people-powered transformation are designed to shift mindsets and equip leaders with tools they can apply immediately. Her keynote speaking spans organisations such as SSE plc, British Airways, London School of Economics and Political Science and PA Media. Her recent keynote for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce UK People and Talent Forum, hosted by Hult International Business School, further reflects the demand for her insight at the senior leadership level.
Dr Aarti Anhal’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Dr Aarti Anhal’s remarkable career in activism and writing:
- 2026 – Keynote talk for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK People and Talent Forum hosted by Hult International Business School
- 2017 – Founded Before Nine
- 2014 – Partner and UKI Chief Sales Officer for 4C Strategies
- 2011 – Partner and UKI Chief Operating Officer for 4C Strategies
- 2008 – Director, Future Operations at Crisis Solutions
- 2001 – Associate Analyst at RAND Europe
- 2000 – Policy Planning Consultant at European Commission
- 1999 – Executive Assistant at Goldman Sachs International
Videos
Dr Aarti Anhal’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“Aarti gave an absolutely fantastic talk at our team away day. Everyone in the team took something away from her session and the discussion afterwards reflected this great emotional and personal impact. All the team learnt something about themselves that really resonated. I highly recommend!” – Chief Technology Officer, NSPCC
“Dr Aarti Anhal spoke at our Leadership Summit and left everyone with a strong sense of the leadership they want to bring to the organisation, across technical-, project- and line managers. Her multifaceted background, from risk and resilience to business development, her wealth of leadership insights and her ability to communicate with impact and wit, left a big impression on our leaders.” – VP People and Culture, COWI
“Dr Aarti Anhal was absolutely, positively, completely and utterly amazing. She said the words I didn’t know I needed to hear. She was a phenomenal speaker, and the keynote was so helpful in reminding us of the resilience we have all been showing just getting through this pandemic!” – Deputy Chief Operating Officer, The London School of Economics and Political Sciences
“It was a pleasure to work with Dr Aarti Anhal as part of our inaugural alumni conference, for around 100 delegates. Aarti was very conscientious in her approach and diligent in incorporating the feedback from our planning sessions. She was very passionate and knowledgeable about her work, thus enriching our conversations around leadership. During the presentation itself, she authentically connected with the audience and was an integral part of the interactions.” – Programme Lead, Atlantic Fellows
Speaking Topics
Dr Aarti Anhal’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The AI journey Relies On People-Powered Transformation
- Culture: Lessons from the Frontline
- Positive Leadership for a Complex World
- The Psychology of Crisis Performance: What Great Leaders
- Resilience Reimagined: Thriving Through Uncertainty and Change
How Much Does Dr Aarti Anhal Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dr Aarti Anhal?
The cost of hiring Dr Aarti Anhal depends on factors such as your event format, location, audience size and length of appearance. For an accurate quote tailored to your event, please contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.