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Keynote SpeakerDavid Mansfield

Expert in Strategic Decision-Making, CEO, Author & Researcher

David Mansfield is a leading authority on strategic decision-making, with a career spanning global corporates, private equity, venture capital and high-growth companies. As CEO of Capital Radio PLC, he built the business into the UK’s largest radio group, and has held board roles at Carphone Warehouse, Game Group and Circus... Read more

Biography

David Mansfield is a leading authority on strategic decision-making, with a career spanning global corporates, private equity, venture capital and high-growth companies. As CEO of Capital Radio PLC, he built the business into the UK’s largest radio group, and has held board roles at Carphone Warehouse, Game Group and Circus Street, where he guided its transformation from start-up to multimillion-dollar company before selling to private equity.

He is the author of the award-winning book The Monday Revolution, a practical guide to improving everyday business decisions, and is currently pursuing doctoral research at Cranfield University on how CEOs make rapid decisions in high-velocity environments.

David is known for his engaging speaking story-driven style, rich with real-world case studies, and always focused on practical takeaways. He has delivered talks and masterclasses for many organisations including MHP, Smith & Williamson, The London Stock Exchange and the Radio Festival, as well as appearing on podcasts such as Startup Sensations, Human Risk and Practice?

Based in the UK, David shares his insights through keynotes, masterclasses and boardroom sessions designed to equip leaders and teams to make better, faster and more confident decisions.

“Supremely practical reflections by a highly effective leader with nothing to prove.” Richard Eyre – Chairman Next 15 PLC
“I hung out with David and relished being the fortunate recipient of a multitude of his lessons” Martina King – CEO, Feature Space
“Thank you so much for your inspirational talk, hopefully we can convince you to come back again!” Wilson’s School
"Refreshing and not pedantic in the least. Highly recommended.” Global Academy
"The delivery was excellent - David has a dry sense of humour and is willing to laugh at himself.“ Richard Challanor School
“I heard lots of positive feedback afterwards. We would love to have David back in the future.” Shirley High School Performing Arts

Popular Talks by David Mansfield

  • The Monday Revolution: Everyday Decisions That Transform Performance

    Based on his award-winning book, David shows how small, everyday changes in meetings, priorities and habits can sharpen decision-making and transform business performance.

  • Mergers, Growth, and Transformation: Lessons from the Frontline

    Drawing on first-hand experience in scaling companies and M&A, David reveals what really works—and what doesn’t—when organisations face growth or transformation under pressure.

  • Mastering Strategic Decision-Making in High-Velocity Environments

    Grounded in his doctoral research, David explores how leaders can balance intuition with analysis when data is incomplete and time is short, offering practical frameworks for stronger outcomes.