Chris Furber
Sports Professional.
The most successful British sporting coach you’ve never heard of, with over 500 medals across three different sports and leadership roles at five Olympic and Paralympic Games. From being part of Sir Dave Brailsford’s backroom staff at British Cycling Chris has gone on to guide Great Britain’s GBR Olympic and Paralympic athletes to international success at the highest level.
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Speaking Topics
Leadership under pressure: lessons from 5 Olympic Games
Leading at the Olympic Games demands clarity, courage, and decision-making in the most intense environments imaginable. This talk explores what it takes to guide individuals and teams when the stakes are highest, drawing on first-hand experiences from five Olympic cycles. It shares practical lessons about managing pressure, staying composed in uncertainty, and inspiring others to perform at their best when there are no second chances. Attendees will learn strategies to enhance their own leadership under stress, whether in sport, business, or life’s critical moments.
Building a winning culture in any organisation
Culture is the foundation of long-term success. This session examines how to create environments where people are inspired to excel, feel supported, and align behind a common purpose. Drawing parallels from world-class sporting teams, it shows how to define shared values, set high standards, and foster trust and accountability. Participants will gain insights into the daily habits, communication practices, and leadership behaviours that turn groups into high-performing teams. The focus is on building sustainable cultures where success is repeatable, not accidental, and applicable to any organisation striving for excellence.
Lessons from sport that transform business
Sport offers a unique lens through which to understand leadership, teamwork, and performance. This talk translates the insights from decades of working with Olympic champions into actionable lessons for business leaders and organisations. Themes include the power of goal setting, feedback, marginal gains, and creating environments where talent can thrive. With engaging stories and practical strategies, audiences will see how approaches used to win medals can be applied to drive growth, innovation, and resilience in the corporate world. It’s about harnessing sporting excellence to fuel business transformation.
Media Appearances
#41 Great British Bosses - Chris Furber
Great British Boses
NPD Chris Furber Leaves British Para-Swimming With “Outstanding Legacy”
Swimming World
The team behind the team
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