Leadership keynote speaker Matthew Griffin
Matthew Griffin is a leadership keynote speaker who helps leaders and their teams make better decisions in a fast-changing, uncertain world. His keynotes cover leading in a VUCA-MAX world, decision making, organisational speed and building organisations that last.
Before founding the 311 Institute, Matthew spent years leading global business units for organisations including IBM, Dell-EMC and Atos. His leadership keynotes combine that experience with what he sees across hundreds of leadership teams today: what the best leaders do differently when the ground keeps moving.
He has delivered leadership keynotes and masterclasses for Siemens Energy, Haribo, PwC, KPMG and leadership events in Davos.
Leadership keynotes
Leadership in a VUCA-MAX world
How to lead when volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity are at their highest, and keep teams focused and confident.
How to make better decisions
A masterclass on deciding well under pressure and uncertainty, with tools leaders can use the next day.
Building a zero delay organisation
How to remove the friction that slows organisations down and build one that moves at the speed of change.
Ambition, power and opportunity
A motivational keynote on purpose, ambition and seizing the opportunities that change creates.
Recent keynotes on this topic
- The Future of Leadership in a VUCA-MAX World (Richmond Events, Davos)
- How to Make Better Decisions (PWC, ME)
- Ambition . Power . Opportunity (MBP Partners, UK)
- The Future of TMT and Fintech (KPMG, UK)
- The Future CFO (CWI, Malaysia)
- The Future CIO (ME, Sweden)
- The Future is GREAT (UK Government, London)
- The Future of Human Potential (Ingram Micro, USA)
Frequently asked questions
What does Matthew Griffin cover in a leadership keynote?
Leading through uncertainty, making better decisions, building speed and resilience into organisations, and the leadership skills that matter as AI changes how work gets done.
Does he offer leadership masterclasses as well as keynotes?
Yes. He runs masterclasses and executive workshops for leadership teams alongside keynotes.
Is there a motivational keynote option?
Yes. His Ambition, power and opportunity keynote focuses on purpose and seizing the opportunities that change creates.
Does he speak virtually?
Yes. He speaks in person worldwide and virtually.
How do I book a leadership keynote?
Send your event date, location, audience and goals through the contact page to check availability.
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Where to see Matthew next
- 2Nov2026
New dates are being added. Matthew speaks in person around the world, so ask about your date.