Discover insights from a leading expert in the future of work, human performance science, and digitalisation. Learn how to optimise human potential in today’s rapidly evolving workplace.
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Switzerland
United Kingdom
Core Intelligence Domain: High Performance
Location: United Kingdom | Languages: English
Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence
James Hewitt is a distinguished performance scientist, author, and strategic advisor who equips C-suite executives and top-tier knowledge workers with proprietary, science-backed frameworks to optimise cognitive wellbeing and sustainable high performance. Bridging the gap between elite sports physiology and corporate leadership, he provides unparalleled strategic foresight into the future of work, focusing on how human energy drives enterprise value.
With a background rooted in the high-stakes world of elite sports, including extensive work with Formula 1 World Champions and Olympic athletes, James has successfully translated the science of human performance into the corporate boardroom. During his tenure as Head of Science & Innovation at Hintsa Performance, a globally recognised high-performance coaching firm, he spearheaded pioneering research initiatives that fundamentally redefined how corporate leaders approach wellbeing, resilience, and productivity.
James’s proprietary frameworks, such as the ‘Cognitive Gearbox’ and his profound analysis of circadian rhythms in the workplace, have transformed the operational resilience of Fortune 500 leadership teams. By analysing millions of biometric data points on sleep, stress, and recovery, he helps organisations shift from a paradigm of chronic depletion to one of sustainable, exponential growth. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed book, Exponential, which outlines evidence-based strategies for thriving in a hyper-connected, high-demand world.
At the core of James Hewitt’s advisory work is the understanding that cognitive capacity is the modern enterprise’s most vital and fragile resource. His methodologies challenge traditional paradigms of time management, advocating instead for the strategic management of energy and attention. His research underscores the critical importance of biological rhythms, demonstrating that elite business performance is not achieved through continuous output, but by oscillating effectively between intense cognitive focus and systematic, restorative recovery.
"James has equipped me with the knowledge and structure within my cycle training with useful current sports science but also with a key understanding of the lifestyle of an athlete. In crude terms he has increased my CP (Critical Power) within a short space of time. He has also been instrumental in some recent business advice regarding a cycling related business development. His views and experience from a business overview has been useful an integral part to moving a project forward."
“James was a keynote speaker during UBS Global Health Week. He did captivate the audience from the first minute of his presentation till the very end. I found James a great speaker: as we all know it's not that easy to keep attention of the audience the whole time of the presentation, but James did it. His speech was dynamic and passionate. It was not only the speech that was amazing, but the fact that within an hour of his presentation, James managed to inspire a lot of people to make a change in their lives, or at least, to consider making a change. I highly recommend James Hewitt as a speaker if you want to bring a change and innovation in your business.”
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