Martin McCourt

Martin McCourt

Keynote Speaker: Former CEO of Dyson, Chairman of COMPO, UK Business Leader of 2010

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Martin McCourt Biography

Martin McCourt has spent over 40 years working at the heart of British-based manufacturing, design, and marketing for quality brands such as Mars, Duracell, Toshiba, and Pelikan.

Martin McCourt was the CEO of Dyson Ltd. for 15 years, where he transformed the company into a leading innovator in the consumer products sector. As CEO, he devised and implemented strategies that not only expanded the company from a single product focus to a diverse portfolio but also broadened its market reach, making Dyson a global entity with a presence in over 60 markets around the world. During his tenure, McCourt increased UK skilled jobs, grew profits to over £300m, and played a pivotal role in Dyson achieving £1bn in revenue for the first time in 2011. His leadership was instrumental in establishing Dyson subsidiaries in key markets such as the USA, Japan, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany, securing market leadership in many, including a rapid ascendancy in the USA.

Currently, Martin McCourt holds several influential roles. He is the Chairman of COMPO, Pure Electric, and FreeFlow Technologies, and serves as a Non-Executive Director at Tharsus and Weber. His past roles include chairmanships and non-executive positions at companies like Lightfoot, The Learning Curve Group, Glen Dimplex, and CliniSys Group.

In 2010, his extensive contributions to business and innovation earned him the title of UK Business Leader of the Year. As a speaker, McCourt is recognized for his engaging style, addressing topics such as innovation, business growth, and the strategic navigation of market challenges, effectively sharing insights on fostering environments conducive to creativity and innovation. His talks often highlight the importance of turning adversity into opportunity and deliberate disruption as a catalyst for vertical growth in business.

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Martin McCourt Speaking Topics

Modern Day Disruptors

How smart companies are stealing a march on their rivals by engaging with millennial consumers using platform communication and social media. The importance of keeping pace with changing consumer attitudes and values, thinking outside the box

Think Big and Stay Small

How hard we need to work to retain our identity. Being David and the advantages over Goliath. How to make sure that scaling up does not bring about a loss of identity.

Confronting Failure

The Dyson washing machine was not a commercial success. Airblade, Air Multiplier and Vacuum cleaners were. Importance of how we react when it goes wrong...

More Bumps in the Road

Entertaining incidents that resulted in competitors helping Dyson to market leadership in the USA in under two years from launch.

Testing

Combining human abuse testing with powerful engineering data systems.

Martin McCourt Videos

Talking TIARAs with Martin McCourt - YouTube
Capital Conversation Episode 34: Former Dyson CEO Martin McCourt
Martin McCourt, CEO of Dyson, interview at UWE - YouTube

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Speaking fees for Martin McCourt, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Martin McCourt are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Martin McCourt, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Martin McCourt speak about?

Martin McCourt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Executive Leadership, Business, Business Leadership, Marketing, Creativity, Human Resources, Design, Sales and Manufacturing.

Where does Martin McCourt travel from?

Martin McCourt generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Martin McCourt?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Martin McCourt for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Martin McCourt for your next private or corporate function.

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Martin McCourt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Executive Leadership, Business and Business Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Martin McCourt for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Martin McCourt generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sarah Kauss, Andy Dunn and Chieh Huang. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Martin McCourt for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Martin McCourt Speaking Topics

  • Modern Day Disruptors

    How smart companies are stealing a march on their rivals by engaging with millennial consumers using platform communication and social media. The importance of keeping pace with changing consumer attitudes and values, thinking outside the box

  • Think Big and Stay Small

    How hard we need to work to retain our identity. Being David and the advantages over Goliath. How to make sure that scaling up does not bring about a loss of identity.

  • Confronting Failure

    The Dyson washing machine was not a commercial success. Airblade, Air Multiplier and Vacuum cleaners were. Importance of how we react when it goes wrong...

  • More Bumps in the Road

    Entertaining incidents that resulted in competitors helping Dyson to market leadership in the USA in under two years from launch.

  • Testing

    Combining human abuse testing with powerful engineering data systems.

Martin McCourt Videos

Talking TIARAs with Martin McCourt - YouTube
Capital Conversation Episode 34: Former Dyson CEO Martin McCourt
Martin McCourt, CEO of Dyson, interview at UWE - YouTube
Martin McCourt, former CEO Dyson - YouTube

Martin McCourt Reviews

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  • How do I book Martin McCourt to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Martin McCourt for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Martin McCourt, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Martin McCourt or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Martin McCourt for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Martin McCourt, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Martin McCourt are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Martin McCourt, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Martin McCourt speak about?

    Martin McCourt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Executive Leadership, Business, Business Leadership, Marketing, Creativity, Human Resources, Design, Sales and Manufacturing.
  • Where does Martin McCourt travel from?

    Martin McCourt generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Martin McCourt?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Martin McCourt for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Martin McCourt for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Martin McCourt or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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