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Olympic champion, world record holder and renowned leader Chris Boardman will share lessons from an extraordinary career built around performance, innovation and continuous improvement.
Drawing on his experiences in elite sport and beyond, Chris will explore the power of marginal gains, how small improvements can create significant results, and what it takes to challenge established thinking and lead meaningful change.
An inspiring keynote with lessons that extend far beyond the world of cycling and into business, leadership and engineering.
Chris is one of Britain’s most accomplished cyclists, winning Olympic gold at the 1992 Barcelona Games and multiple world titles, as well as setting the prestigious Hour Record. Renowned for his pioneering approach to performance, he played a key role in the development of marginal gains, a philosophy that helped transform elite cycling.
Following his sporting career, Chris has continued to drive innovation and change, holding senior roles in British Cycling and serving as Greater Manchester’s Cycling and Walking Commissioner, where he has led major initiatives focused on sustainable transport and infrastructure.
His experience in high-performance environments, continuous improvement, and delivering change at scale offers powerful lessons for businesses. From optimising processes to improving efficiency and embracing innovation, his insights translate directly into the challenges and opportunities facing today’s engineering and industrial sectors.
Expect practical, thought-provoking insights on how small improvements can drive significant results, both on the track and in business.