James Peach
How to build an interesting business and a powerful brand". Whether that means scaling global brands or cycling around the world, James Peach is not fussed. Over the past 15 years James has built some of the most successful brands in the tech and consumer goods industries, from Coco-Cola, to Uber and Vinted.

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Testimonials for James Peach
"I've seen a lot of speakers over the years and James is the best I've encountered. A normal person who has done extraordinary things"
Daniel, Nestle (2023)
"One of the most exciting speakers in the UK"
Emma, Cambridge University (2023)
"James has an amazing story to tell, and is an amazing story-teller."
Joanna Allen, CEO Graze (2023)
"James spoke to our team on the topic of resilience, using stimulus from cycling around the world and his experience as a brand leader. He gave a captivating and entertaining talk, with meaningful content and practical advice."
"James is very engaging, he speaks with honesty and passion – and the talk had a big impact on the team, so much so we have invited him back."
Kirsty Hunter, CMO Innocent Drinks
"All we can say is ‘WOW’. James is an incredibly inspirational, engaging and talented speaker who had the 100-member audience enthralled throughout. He expertly blended his life experience of cycling around the world over 2.5 years and lessons learnt along the way with the importance of looking after your mind and body."
"He was relatable and attendees could not stop talking about the session and the positive impact his words had on them."
"Whether you are looking for a mental health/wellbeing focus, inspirational talk or a business-related theme, we could not recommend James enough as a key speaker at your event."
Rebecca Stanton, Bristol University
"James masterfully communicated the profound connection between individual well-being and team success. His insights were not only eye-opening but also actionable, providing inspiring and practical strategies for what integrating self-care can look like no matter where you are or what you are doing."
"What stood out most was James's genuine passion and authenticity. He didn't just talk; he engaged with our team on a personal level, making his message resonate deeply. His energy and enthusiasm were contagious, leaving us all inspired to make positive changes for ourselves and our teams."
"James's talk was a true highlight of our day, leaving a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to hear him speak. I wholeheartedly recommend James as a speaker for any event focused on well-being, team dynamics, business and personal growth."
Rebecca Wilkins, Journey Hospitality
Fee Range: $10001 to $15000
James Peach's Biography
How to build an interesting business and a powerful brand". Whether that means scaling global brands or cycling around the world, James Peach is not fussed.
Over the past 15 years James has built some of the most successful brands in the tech and consumer goods industries, from Coco-Cola, to Uber and Vinted. James advises and mentors businesses from seed to sale, and will soon launch his first book "Mattering to people; How to build an interesting business and a powerful brand". His other adventure is adventure.
James has completed a lap of the world on a bicycle, cycling over 41,000 kilometres across 38 countries. He has hiked across Argentina and Norway, and cycled the length, kayaked the width and climbed the height of the UK non-stop. Beyond this, James is a public advocate for the benefits of adventure and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
James is an ambassador for the mental health charity CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, working to end the 125 lives lost to suicide each week.
In his speaking career, James engages audiences around the world with humour and passion, delivering speeches with meaningful and applicable takeaways.
James wants every audience member to relate to what he says, to experience a refreshing departure from the day to day and be inspired to think differently about life and work.
Speaking Topics Include
There is no 'off the shelf' speech, each one is tailored to the client's brief, and uses unique examples and anecdotes to give the audience a refreshing departure from their day to day.
Workplace Resilience, Managing Your Mind
Growth Mindset & Finding Your Best Self
People Principles, Values & Culture
Leading & Maintaining High-Performing Teams
Building & Scaling Global Brands
Developing Purpose-Led Business & Culture
Enhancing Individual & Collective Impact
Inspirational & Effective Leadership
Finding the Adventure in Everything You Do
Individual & Cultural Benefits of Adventure