Ian Hutchinson (B.Bus, Grad.Dip.Psy, CSP) is an expert in employee engagement, known for his book, 'People Glue: Employee Engagement & Retention Solutions That Stick!' He is the founder and Chief Engagement Officer (CEO) of Life by Design.
Ian's unique 'self-responsibility approach' to employee engagement and motivation is a key to unlocking workforce potential and maximizing productivity. A Hall of Fame Speaker and Educator of the Year with Professional Speakers Australia, Ian has presented at events for many of Australia’s Top 10 companies and numerous award-winning Best Employers.
He empowers organizations to reach their full potential by enhancing employee engagement and motivation through effective tools and systems that promote responsibility across all levels, from HR to people leaders and employees.
Featured in major media outlets like The New York Times, The Australian Financial Review, Business Review Weekly, The Today Show (Channel 9), Today Tonight (Channel 7), and Reality Bites (ABC), Ian is a recognized authority in his field.
His extensive experience includes running employee engagement programs for top organizations such as Toyota, Westpac, AMP, BT, CBA, NAB, ANZ, Coke, Pepsi, Lend Lease, Macquarie Bank, Randstad, Mallesons, PwC, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, Siemens, Red Cross, TNT, SAP, Vodafone, Pfizer, Roche, AZ, Abbott, Eli Lilly, and McDonald's.