Heather Wright
What do bees tell us about human behaviour and leadership?
Heather is an award-winning leadership speaker, trainer, and coach whose beekeeping hobby reveals fascinating insights into human behaviour and organisational culture. With nearly 30 years of experience, Heather has helped leaders and teams transform how they think, act, and perform.
As Director of Advance Performance Ltd, Heather blends neuropsychology with practical leadership expertise to create workplace cultures where people feel safe to speak up, innovate, and thrive. Known for her energy, wit, and sharp insight, she makes complex science accessible and inspiring. Heather has worked with leading organisations including Boots, Rolls-Royce, and Jaguar Land Rover. An accomplished author, she brings curiosity and courage into everything she does, from stage presentations to one-to-one coaching, demonstrating how authentic leadership transforms both individuals and organisations.
About the talk
Heather’s talk explores what bees can teach us about identity, presence, and leadership. She reveals how a thriving hive mirrors high-performing human teams, with each bee knowing its role, purpose, and unique contribution. Through entertaining storytelling, Heather connects the science of pheromones and collective communication to human identity. Her central insight challenges audiences to move beyond doing and embrace being. When we truly know who we are, our purpose becomes clear and our impact multiplies.
Interesting Facts
Interesting thing about you that people won’t know
I once was held up at gun point. Also, I hold black belts in four different martial arts.
What achievement makes you most proud?
Learning to listen (believe me, it was a difficult skill to learn).
What do you get up to in your spare time?
Bee keeping – but then that’s rather obvious considering my talk!
If you weren’t doing what you’re doing now, what would you be doing instead?
I would have gone to drama school – so I’d probably be out of work!!!