Heather Elkington is an entrepreneur, author, and leadership coach whose mission is to redefine how organisations approach management and employee wellbeing. As the founder of Fresh Leadership World, she has dedicated her career to creating workplaces where people genuinely love what they do. Through her innovative approach, Heather combines strategy with empathy, showing business leaders that happiness and productivity go hand in hand. Her work continues to inspire leaders across the globe to build more human-centred, resilient, and motivated teams.
Heather’s professional journey began after earning her degree in business and managerial economics from Newcastle University. She first gained hands-on management experience as a store supervisor at Holland & Barrett, developing her ability to lead people effectively. Her ambition and natural leadership skills quickly propelled her to an assistant team manager position at Harrods, where she refined her understanding of large-scale team dynamics. Heather’s career reached new heights when she played a pivotal role in scaling the SaaS company Landmrk, contributing to its impressive eight-figure exit. Following this success, she joined GoProposal as marketing manager and rose to Director of Operations, overseeing multiple departments, including product, marketing, and support. Heather later took on a senior operational role at Sage before founding Fresh Leadership World, solidifying her reputation as an expert in organisational transformation.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Heather is a published author and sought-after thought leader. Her book 'Your Boss Era', released in 2025, provides a practical guide for managers and executives striving to lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion. She has been featured in GQ and Forbes and is an investor in Candid Studios. Through her growing YouTube and Instagram presence, Heather shares actionable insights on leadership, inspiring audiences from every sector. Her expertise has led her to train professionals at global organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, Abercrombie & Fitch, Sony Music Publishing, and American Express, further cementing her influence as a trusted voice in modern leadership.
Heather’s reputation as an exceptional motivational speaker stems from her ability to connect deeply with her audience. Her 2024 TEDx talk 'How to Manage Gen Z' has attracted over 18,000 views, demonstrating her engaging delivery and practical wisdom. Combining personal experience with proven business strategy, she empowers audiences to embrace empathy, adaptability, and authenticity in leadership. Her warmth, clarity, and genuine passion for people make her a transformative speaker who inspires lasting change wherever she goes.
