Richard Hytner

Authority on Leadership in Business, Sports, Entertainment & Politics; Deputy Chairman Worldwide, Saatchi & Saatchi; Author, “Consiglieri: Leading from the Shadows”

Travels From Travels From:
Speaking Fee Speaking Fee:
REQUEST BOOKING INFORMATION

Richard Hytner Biography

Not everyone can be in charge, but more importantly, not everyone should want to be, believes Richard Hytner. It’s time to celebrate the second-in-commands who very often make equally critical contributions to the success of organizations. We must redefine the traditional pyramid structure of leadership.

Hytner, who has lived through the treasures and burdens of being CEO and then Deputy, turns the spotlight on second-in-commands. In his role as deputy chairman of international creative powerhouse Saatchi & Saatchi – which he joined in 2003 as CEO for Europe, Middle East and Africa – he works with leaders and leadership teams worldwide on organizational purpose, peak performance and communications strategy.

His first book, “Consiglieri: Leading from the Shadows” (Profile Books, May 2014), traverses an array of powerful advisers from the White House to the Vatican, across international business, sports and entertainment, and is backed by provocative research from psychology and academia. Hytner and his book have been profiled by The Washington Post, Forbes, Fortune, The Financial Times, The Guardian and The Wall Street Journal. He also writes on the relationships between leaders and their deputies for Huffington Post.

A Cambridge Law graduate, Hytner is an adjunct professor of marketing at London Business School, where he graduated as a Sloan Fellow in 2003. He lives in London.

Richard Hytner Speaking Topics

  • All Hail the Number Two

    Deputies, advisers and second-in-commands are historically maligned, ignored or seen as less-than. Being an effective number two requires a very unique set of skills – wholly and distinctly different from the number one, and just as important. The influence of these crucial counselors, vice presidents, first lieutenants and right-hand men and women can determine the fate of countries, companies and individual ventures. Drawing from his book, “Consiglieri: Leading from the Shadows,” Richard Hytner showcases their special talents, offering myriad examples from throughout history and literature. He talks about what motivates them, what makes them great, and what bosses can do to help them flourish.

  • Beyond the Trappings of the Top Slot

    For most, the road to the top means climbing a precarious ladder to become CEO, director or even king. There is a cultural imperative to define success in those terms whether or not you “made it.” But this is a dangerous system, says Richard Hytner, which creates misleading pathways of success and shrouds other roles that require different aspects of leadership as undesirable, even though career fulfillment and happiness can be found in those seats. He himself declared several years ago, “I never want to be a chief executive again.” Of course, we need the out-and-out leaders – the ones who sit at the top – but heavy is the crown for those who wear it, he cautions. Rather, Hytner believes, leadership is a collective responsibility. He discusses why the best chief executives are smart to surround themselves with a number of leaders around them – the anchors, the lodestones, the educators and the deliverers – who can harness different skill sets, strengthen power and even co-opt rivals. Hytner also explores his main message in depth: supporting roles are incredibly important and potentially much more fulfilling.

Richard Hytner Books

  • Consiglieri: Leading From the Shadows
    Consiglieri: Leading From the Shadows

FAQs on booking Richard Hytner

  • How do I book Richard Hytner to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Richard Hytner for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Richard Hytner, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Richard Hytner or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Richard Hytner

    Speaking fees for Richard Hytner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Richard Hytner are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Richard Hytner, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Richard Hytner speak about?

    Richard Hytner is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Authors, Business Leadership, Executive Leadership, Leadership, Marketing, Professors.
  • Where does Richard Hytner travel from?

    Richard Hytner generally travels from an undisclosed location, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Richard Hytner’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Richard Hytner for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Richard Hytner for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Richard Hytner or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Richard Hytner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as All Hail the Number Two and Beyond the Trappings of the Top Slot. The estimated speaking fee range to book Richard Hytner for your event is available upon request. Richard Hytner generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chris Kuenne, Scott Galloway, Wendy Smith, Paul D. Barchitta and Andy Molinsky. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Richard Hytner for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Tell us about your event!

During normal business hours, we respond to most inquiries within 4 hours.

  • Customized Service

    Our agents find the right fit for your event

  • Unparalleled Database

    Full access to all speakers & celebrities

  • One Stop Shopping

    A reliable and unbiased point of contact

  • Logistics Management

    Your personal Logistics Manager who takes care of all event details

This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

TOP