Gordon Herbert is an elite coach, a FIBA Basketball World Cup-winning head coach, and a seven-time Coach of the Year across different leagues. With over 30 years of coaching experience at the highest levels of international and club basketball, Gordon has a deep understanding of leadership, teamwork, and achieving excellence under pressure. His ability to guide teams through challenges and build a strong team identity has been proven time and again—most notably in 2023, when he led the German national basketball team to a historic undefeated run, securing their first-ever World Cup title. His extensive career includes coaching in Germany, France, Greece, Finland, and Canada, as well as an assistant coaching role with the Toronto Raptors in the NBA.
Beyond his coaching accolades, Gordon holds a Master’s degree in Sports Psychology, giving him a unique insight into the mental resilience required for high performance. His expertise in understanding what drives motivation, peak performance, and team success allows him to connect deeply with both sports and business audiences. Whether it's leading an underdog team to international glory or mentoring individual players to maximise their potential, Gordon's leadership philosophy is built on trust, vision, and clarity. His experiences in high-pressure environments translate into valuable lessons for corporate teams and business leaders looking to build winning cultures in their own industries.
Gordon’s speaking engagements are not just motivational—they are interactive, insightful, and packed with real-world examples. His keynote topics include 'Team Identity', 'Leadership Under Pressure', and 'Vision: The Key to Success', offering practical tools that apply to both professional sports and the business world. Companies such as SAP, Boston Consulting Group, and Latham & Watkins LLP have praised his ability to inspire and empower teams through engaging storytelling and strategic insights. His ability to translate his experiences into actionable principles makes him an outstanding choice for corporate conferences, leadership summits, and business transformation events.
If you’re looking for a speaker who can captivate an audience while delivering powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and teamwork, Gordon Herbert is the perfect fit. His journey from player to world-champion coach is a testament to the power of vision, discipline, and adaptability. With his calm yet commanding presence, he delivers key takeaways that will leave your team inspired and ready to take their performance to the next level. Book Gordon today and bring world-class leadership insights to your event.
