1. Dr. Lawrence Tomlinson – Chairman, LNT Group; Le Mans Winner; Entrepreneur & Innovative Engineer
Discussion: Operational alignment and innovation across people and business.
“Darren Kelly shows how quality, value, and innovation will put your business on the right track.”
2. Lord Kirkham – Forbes Billionaire; Founder of DFS; Former Chair, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Discussion: Leadership challenges and authentic selling.
“Darren’s insight and passion for authentic selling are profound.”
3. Paul Caplan – Co-Founder, Go Outdoors
Discussion: Leadership, scaling, and operational strategy.
"Rapport is natural for Darren. By codifying it for others, he has helped many people build and sustain great networks."
4. Ken Brook-Chrispin – Former Chair & CEO, Seabrooks Crisps
Discussion: People/Operational alignment.
"Darren truly understands that efficiency is a part of empathy in the service of customers."
5. Nile Rodgers – Musician, Producer (CHIC); Global Touring Artist
Discussion: Mastering real-time communication and alignment in high-pressure, complex interactions.
“When I said, ‘Darren, you know your stuff,’ I meant it. A true pro.”
6. George Michael – Global Recording Artist
Discussion: Motivation, decision-making, and human behaviour in high-stakes environments.
“When Darren asked me, ‘To George Michael, what is happiness?’ he made me crystalise my life. Amazing — in only six words.”