Richard Gerver is a bestselling author, world-renowned thinker and an award-winning speaker on issues of education, leadership and change. As a head teacher, Richard famously transformed a failing school into one of the world's most acclaimed learning environments, inspiring pupils and teachers alike to reach their full potential. After working in education for over 20 years, Richard transitioned to the global stage and now delivers speeches on leadership, potential and innovation. He helps companies, sports teams and individuals to harness the potential of change. He has been invited to speak by TED, the RSA and BBC radio, and has advised major corporations like Google and Microsoft. His books Change and Simple Thinking have achieved global bestseller status.