As a Managing Partner at Lakeside Partners GmbH, I have worked with many wonderful clients around the world. As a professional writer, consultant & eMBA lecturer, I have spoken at events in the Philippines, Canada, the US, London, Austria, Sarajevo & Romania. 

 

My most recent book, 'Beat Burnout, Optimise Wellness' (University of Buckingham Press) will be released on Sept 1st, 2026. It if it a topic that interests you, I also deliver a University of Buckingham accredited Executive Short Course that accompanies it. In general, my research focuses on the role of physiology in shaping our behaviour across fields as diverse as politics, finance, leadership & fitness. As an award-winning writer, you will find many of my books in the libraries of leading universities around the world. 

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I continue to apply my physiology knowledge in the field as a personal trainer & Pilates coach. I also manage a Psychology Today blog & I am the Research Officer for British Mensa, where I focus on high-IQ related research.​ Formerly the General Secretary of the 70-nation International Federation of American Football (IFAF) I am well versed in the complexities of leadership & management at a very senior level. I earned my (leadership-focused) PhD from Loughborough University in 2006.​​

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