Speakers

John Vincent is a visionary entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of LEON, the award-winning restaurant brand that redefined fast food in the UK and beyond. With an exceptional ability to lead in times of uncertainty and transform complex challenges into purpose-driven action, John leaves audiences inspired and equipped with tools to create meaningful change.

A passionate advocate for wholeness in life and leadership, John brings a systems-level perspective and social consciousness to everything he touches—whether it’s reimagining school meals for the UK government or helping businesses reconnect with purpose and humanity. His talks blend real-world strategy with heart, offering insight into how love, resilience, and adaptability can shape stronger organizations and societies.

Exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, John’s foresight and calm-in-the-chaos approach helped LEON remain open during the pandemic. He also launched the Feed NHS campaign that delivered over a million meals to healthcare workers during this time. But his leadership goes far beyond emergency response. He’s built a legacy of integrating wellbeing into business Vincent has trained baristas in martial arts to reduce stress and led initiatives that tackle food inequality, environmental sustainability, and employee mental health.

John’s speaking style is authentic, thought-provoking, and action-oriented. He weaves stories from the boardroom, kitchen, and government halls with insights drawn from ancient wisdom and modern science, empowering audiences to lead with clarity, compassion, and courage.