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Dear Gordon,
Your participation as speaker at our SAP People & Culture Kick-Off event was a slam dunk, merging basketball with HR! Your keynote on coaching and leadership was very inspiring, and your insights on handling a transformational phase through a clear vision deeply resonated with us. We appreciate the time you took to connect with all of us from P&C through photos, on-the-court tips, and shared video sessions. Thanks again and good luck for the Olympic Games!

Caroline HankeSVP People & Culture

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As a seasoned coach and thought leader in the world of basketball, Gordon Herbert's insights not only transcend the court, offering invaluable lessons to both sports and business realms. His presence also enriches ISPO's commitment to fostering dialogue, inspiring excellence, innovation and shaping the future of sports. Gordon Herbert's contribution to the platform adds a profound layer of expertise and inspiration, elevating the experience for attendees and reaffirming our dedication to driving positive change within and through the sports industry.

Tobias GröberHead of ISPO

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We had invited Gordon Herbert to our first inaugural continental European Partners Meeting. As one of the premier US law firms, we embrace high performance and dedication for our clients in our day to day life. We had the pleasure to have Gordon Herbert sharing his strategies and insights on how to build and manage a high performing team. His keynote was amazing and the used video clips gave us goosebump moments. Gordie shared his story and insights in a very honest, authentic but passionate way. As an ambitious sports leader he follows his instincts, his beliefs, his humanity and his values, that made him achieving his goals. His ability to captivate the audience with a blend of his experience, real-world examples, and interactive elements was truly remarkable. His strategies for enhancing communication, leveraging individual strengths, and cultivating a shared vision resonated deeply with our Partners. Thanks so much for having enriched our meeting.

Stefano SciollaOffice Managing Partner – LATHAM & WATKINS LLP

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In 2024, we had the privilege of inviting Gordon as a speaker to our Global Leadership Offsite. His deep insights and wealth of experience in building high-performing teams, overcoming setbacks, and fostering a culture of peak performance provided invaluable input to our leadership discussions.

Beyond his outstanding credentials as a coach, Gordon proved to be a truly inspiring speaker, engaging our management team with compelling stories, actionable strategies, and a profound understanding of leadership dynamics. His session was not only insightful but also energizing, leaving a lasting impact on our team’s perspective on collaboration, resilience, and sustained excellence.

We highly recommend Gordon as a speaker for any leadership event that seeks to combine expert knowledge, practical takeaways, and an inspiring presence.

Jan BechlerCo-Founder and Managing Director @ Front Row Germany

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As a guest speaker at our Baader Investment Conference in Munich, Gordon Herbert impressed our audience of executives and financial experts – it was one the best speeches I ever heard about leadership.

His insights into sport and his understanding of how team culture and leadership actually work enriched our event with a great perspective on the bigger picture.

Marlene HartzSenior Manager Group Communication, Baader Bank AG

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Gordon as an outstanding coach inspired us with keynote speech and
locker room board member talk during our ARAG convention. Our management
team benefited from his huge expertise as a top leader driven by
clarity, consistency, ambition and humanity.

Klaus HeiermannMember of the Board of ARAG Holding SE