CEO SEMINAR AT OXFORD

Dr. Margaret Heffernan is the author of six acclaimed books, including Willful Blindness and Uncharted, her work has garnered awards and nominations from the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and TED, where her talks have amassed over 15 million views. A Professor of Practice at the University of Bath and a mentor to global CEOs, she chairs the board of DACS, advises on major inquiries, and was inducted into the Thinkers50 Hall of Fame in 2023. A frequent BBC Radio 4 broadcaster and Financial Times writer, her new book, Embracing Uncertainty, released in March 2025.

Dr Tom Chatfield is an author and tech philosopher. He’s interested in improving our experiences and understanding of technology, with a particular focus on critical thinking, AI and ethics. Tom’s most recent book is Wise Animals, an exploration of the co-evolution of humanity and technology. An experienced Chair, Non-Executive Director, advisor and speaker, his recent work includes designing and presenting the Economist‘s Critical Thinking and Understanding AI programme.

As Programme Director for CEO Seminar at Oxford, Tracey brings an innovative design approach, focusing on the dynamics and practice of successful groups and what it means to lead healthy, thriving organizations in a world increasingly dominated by process and machines. She is the co-founder of Thompson Harrison where she has designed and directed bespoke senior development programmes.

Designs and facilitates leadership programmes, coaches individuals, and works with senior leadership teams, often around culture and purpose. He is particularly interested in vitality: helping leaders to sustain energy, engagement, and growth in a fast-changing context. He is an Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

The top rated speaker in last year’s programme, Richard returns to offer a fresh leadership lesson from a Shakespearean play. Richard is Artistic Director of Olivier Mythodrama and has worked extensively in the fields of organizational and personal development. Richard's work today is at the leading edge of bringing the world of theatre into the development of authentic leaders.

Professor Michelle Rogan is Professor of Strategy at the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. Michelle is a leader in the field of strategic management research. Her research has been published in the top management journals, and she is a sought-after keynote speaker and faculty on executive education programmes internationally.

Professor Anand Menon is Professor of European Politics and Foreign Affairs at King's College London in the United Kingdom and was appointed in January 2014 as director of the UK in a Changing Europe initiative. He was a special adviser to the House of Lords EU committee. Previously he was Lecturer in European Politics at Oxford University for ten years and a Fellow of St Antony's College, Oxford for five years.