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Keynote SpeakerDavid Burkus

Leadership & Teamwork Expert, Internationally Renowned Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author

One of the world’s leading business thinkers, David’s forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are changing how companies approach leadership, teamwork, and collaboration. A skilled researcher and inspiring communicator, Dr. David Burkus is the bestselling author of five books about business and leadership, including the most recent Best Team Ever: The... Read more

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Popular Talks by David Burkus

  • Leading Smarter: From Artificial Intelligence to Authentic Leadership

    You didn’t choose to lead in a tech revolution—but here you are. AI is raising the stakes, and leaders must guide with clarity and trust. The goal isn’t to master every tool, but to stay human while helping teams adapt. In a world of smart machines, trusted leadership is irreplaceable.…

  • Smarter Teams: Building High-Performing Teams in the Age of Intelligent Collaboration

    AI isn’t coming—it’s already here. The best teams don’t just use AI—they team up with it. They rethink how they work, build trust, and adapt how they lead. AI won’t replace your team—but teams that don’t adapt will fall behind. Are you ready to make your best team even smarter?

  • Best Team Ever: The Surprising Science of High-Performing Teams

    Most teams struggle to perform at their best despite recruiting star players and offering incentives. The secret isn’t talent or rewards—it’s building the right team habits and culture. This keynote reveals how to create a high-performing environment that unlocks everyone’s potential and boosts team success.

  • Innovation is a Team Sport: The Science of Creative Collaboration

    Today’s challenges demand bold, innovative ideas—but creativity isn’t a solo act. Research shows the best ideas come from teams that know how to collaborate effectively. This keynote offers practical, science-backed strategies to help teams unlock collective creativity, overcome silos, and turn diverse thinking into real solutions.

  • Click: Why Some Teams Collaborate Fast And Others Just Collapse

    Every leader wants a team that just clicks—one that collaborates smoothly and performs consistently. But when clarity and empathy are missing, even strong teams can stumble. This keynote reveals the science behind high-performing teams and offers practical tools to boost alignment, trust, and results—fast. Ready to make your team click?

  • The Trust Loop: The Hidden Pattern That Builds (or Breaks) Your Team

    Trust isn’t built in a moment—it’s built through every interaction. The best teams don’t just hope for trust; they actively create and protect it through a cycle of respect and feedback called The Trust Loop. This keynote reveals a proven framework to build, maintain, and rebuild trust to drive lasting…

Biography

One of the world’s leading business thinkers, David’s forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are changing how companies approach leadership, teamwork, and collaboration.

A skilled researcher and inspiring communicator, Dr. David Burkus is the bestselling author of five books about business and leadership, including the most recent Best Team Ever: The Surprising Science of High-Performing Teams. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into dozens of languages. Since 2017, David has been ranked multiple times as one of the world’s top business thought leaders by Thinkers50. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS Mornings.

A former business school professor, David hold a doctorate in Strategic Leadership and a masters in organizational psychology. He now works with leaders from organizations across all industries, including PepsiCo, Fidelity, Adobe, and NASA. David’s keynotes aren’t just entertaining and enlightening, they’re evidence-based and immensely practical–offering leaders at all levels a set of actionable takeaways they can implement immediately.

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What clients say about David Burkus

"The team and I appreciated all David did to understand our challenges and tailor his talk to meet the needs of our workforce. David provided us with tips and practices we can easily implement." NASA
“We loved David’s presentation and delivery. He’s a genius. He paid attention to everything and incorporated it into his presentation.” SACRS
“David received very high ratings for providing useful and valuable information for attendees. Also his approach was well received and he was very engaging. He clearly had done his homework about the work the participants are involved in, and that allowed folks to make those direct connections to their own work.” The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
“Besides being a professional in this domain, David is a great partner to work with. He listens to our needs, working in collaboration, responsive and always looking for a way to bring value. The materials and session that David delivered were engaging, fun and meaningful. He is able to create connection with the learners even in remote sessions, which we all know is a big challenge.” Amdocs
“David has an incredibly engaging style, and I loved the way he introduced fluidly stories, research and models in a conversational way – it was like watching art!” Senior Learning & Talent Development Manager, Stryker
“David was awesome and extremely engaged with our group. We really enjoyed his time spent with us on stage and off the stage.” NRECA
“What I loved about his presentation was its intellectual underpinnings. That depth made his rise above the average motivational speech. And our Academy participants loved it.” Phi Theta Kappa

How to book David Burkus as a keynote speaker

How do I book David Burkus for a keynote speech?

You can book David Burkus through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with David's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are David Burkus's speaking fees?

David Burkus's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for David tailored to your event.

What topics does David Burkus speak about?

David Burkus speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Communication, Entrepreneurial, Leadership. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with David to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is David Burkus available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book David Burkus for events worldwide, subject to David's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does David Burkus deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether David Burkus is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by David Burkus?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what David can accommodate.

Can David Burkus tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief David Burkus on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what David can offer.

What languages does David Burkus present in?

David Burkus delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes David Burkus a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

David Burkus's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Communication, Entrepreneurial, Leadership. To get a clear sense of David's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can David Burkus speak at?

David Burkus can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Communication, Entrepreneurial, Leadership is relevant. Details of David's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does David Burkus offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what David Burkus is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book David Burkus?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with David Burkus, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check David's current availability for your dates.