Paul Spiers

Born on the Kāpiti Coast in Aotearoa/New Zealand and of Irish, English, and Māori (Ngā Mahanga a Tairi) descent, Paul Spiers brings a deeply personal and culturally rich perspective to everything he does. Now based in the United Kingdom, he combines a global outlook with deep-rooted values that inform his vision of leadership. Paul’s heritage and life experiences shape his distinctive voice in the leadership landscape, one that bridges heart and mind, and always centres humanity.

Paul Spiers as keynote speaker

Paul is more than a keynote speaker, he is a catalyst for principled, purpose-driven leadership. Known for his compelling storytelling and ability to connect deeply with audiences, Paul equips leaders with the mindset and practical tools to thrive in today’s complex and fast-changing work environment. His talks focus on the transition from transactional to transformational leadership, empowering organisations to align vision, values, and action. Whether addressing international conferences, leadership summits or internal strategy sessions, Paul challenges his audiences to embrace innovation, rethink success, and lead with clarity and conviction.

Career

Paul is the founder of The New P&L® Institute, a platform dedicated to redefining the foundations of leadership and business culture. Through the Institute, he promotes a powerful framework that puts purpose, values, and creativity at the heart of organisational strategy. His podcast, The New P&L® – Principles & Leadership in Business, has gained international acclaim for its thought-provoking conversations and practical relevance, earning its place among the top 5% of podcasts globally.

With decades of experience across business, leadership consultancy and media, Paul has delivered impactful keynotes and workshops at global corporate events, innovation forums and industry summits. He is recognised for his ability to spark meaningful conversations and guide leaders toward sustainable, values-based success. His upcoming book, The New P&L – Principles & Leadership: A Six-Step Framework for More Principled Leadership and Purpose-Led Business, set for release in autumn 2025, promises to further solidify his status as a trusted voice in leadership transformation.