Patty McCord

Patty McCord

Keynote Speaker: Workplace Innovator, Culture and Leadership Consultant & Former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix

Patty McCord Biography

Patty McCord served as chief talent officer of Netflix for fourteen years and helped create the Netflix Culture Deck. Since it was first posted on the web, the Culture Deck has been viewed more than 15 million times, and Sheryl Sandberg has said that it "may be the most important document ever to come out of Silicon Valley."

Currently, McCord coaches and advises a small group of companies and entrepreneurs on culture and leadership. She also speaks to groups and teams around the world. McCord's book “Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility” was published in January of 2018.

McCord participated in IPOs at Netflix and, before that, Pure Atria Software. A veteran of Sun Microsystems, Borland, and Seagate Technologies, she has also worked with small start-ups. Her background includes staffing, diversity, communications, and international human resources positions.

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Patty McCord Speaking Topics

Reinventing HR

No one in recent history has disrupted the grounds of human resources quite like Patty McCord. In this presentation, McCord engages audiences by delving into the compelling and innovative ideas that made her Netflix slide deck on company culture go viral. She shares thoughts on how to rethink terms like “fired” and “quit” in order to understand the realities of changing jobs in a way that honors service and teaches people to manage their own careers. Her belief is that by thinking like inventors, saying no to “best practices” and aligning what people do to the business and the customers, companies can take the policing out of policy to make work more productive and meaningful.

The Future of Work

As our world becomes increasingly dynamic and connected, the classically standard ways in which we work have simply become irrelevant in today’s workforce. Many companies are struggling not only to understand and accept this certainty, but more importantly to identify the key catalysts behind this transformation. Patty McCord explores how demographics, technology and consumer transparency have already changed the way we work, explains why the idea of a “permanent employee” is no longer a realistic prospect, and encourages audiences to look to the future. In this innovative, informative and forward-thinking presentation, McCord emboldens audiences to embrace change and provides critical insight for companies that want to be ahead of the game as the future of work continues to advance.

Patty McCord Videos

People First Transformation | Patty McCord | Talent Summit 2021
4 lessons the pandemic taught us about work, life and balance
True North TV: Getting cultured with Patty McCord

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What topics does Patty McCord speak about?

Patty McCord is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Women in Business, Change Management, Corporate Culture, Human Resources, Innovation, Women, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Communication, Futurism, Leadership, Business, Future of Work, TED, Strategic Leadership and Thought Leadership.

Where does Patty McCord travel from?

Patty McCord generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Patty McCord?

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Patty McCord is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business Leadership, Women in Business and Change Management. The estimated speaking fee range to book Patty McCord for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Patty McCord generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cassandra Worthy, Erica Dhawan and Michael C. Bush. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Patty McCord for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/09/2024.

Patty McCord Speaking Topics

  • Reinventing HR

    No one in recent history has disrupted the grounds of human resources quite like Patty McCord. In this presentation, McCord engages audiences by delving into the compelling and innovative ideas that made her Netflix slide deck on company culture go viral. She shares thoughts on how to rethink terms like “fired” and “quit” in order to understand the realities of changing jobs in a way that honors service and teaches people to manage their own careers. Her belief is that by thinking like inventors, saying no to “best practices” and aligning what people do to the business and the customers, companies can take the policing out of policy to make work more productive and meaningful.

  • The Future of Work

    As our world becomes increasingly dynamic and connected, the classically standard ways in which we work have simply become irrelevant in today’s workforce. Many companies are struggling not only to understand and accept this certainty, but more importantly to identify the key catalysts behind this transformation. Patty McCord explores how demographics, technology and consumer transparency have already changed the way we work, explains why the idea of a “permanent employee” is no longer a realistic prospect, and encourages audiences to look to the future. In this innovative, informative and forward-thinking presentation, McCord emboldens audiences to embrace change and provides critical insight for companies that want to be ahead of the game as the future of work continues to advance.

Patty McCord Videos

People First Transformation | Patty McCord | Talent Summit 2021
4 lessons the pandemic taught us about work, life and balance
True North TV: Getting cultured with Patty McCord
Rita McGrath & Patty McCord Fireside Chat Sizzle
Building a magnetic culture: Patty McCord

Patty McCord Reviews

  • We thought Patty was great and the process was smooth!
    Omniva - Sep 18 2023

  • Software One, Inc. - Jan 26 2023

  • K1 - Aug 06 2021

  • NRC Health - Jun 30 2021

  • Great working with you! Thanks for all your help. Patty was amazing.
    Udemy, Inc. - Sep 28 2017

  • How do I book Patty McCord to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Patty McCord 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 Patty McCord, 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 Patty McCord or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Patty McCord for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Patty McCord, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Patty McCord are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Patty McCord, 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 Patty McCord speak about?

  • Where does Patty McCord travel from?

    Patty McCord generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Patty McCord?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Patty McCord 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 Patty McCord 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 Patty McCord 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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