Bob Hayward ~ Keynote Speaker Will you remember this year forever? Bob Hayward, is Managing Director of OPC (UK) Ltd and has designed and delivered a number of mission critical internal communication projects for companies like Vodafone, Peugeot, Husqvarna, Somerfield and SEB Merchant Bank since 2003. He has had quite a journey from humble begins near Broadwater Farm in Tottenham, failing his A levels and even the entrance exam for a Postman… Having started four businesses from scratch, including Assessment Coaching and Training Ltd where is still a Director, and built each of them to between £1M to £6M turnover each, Bob has a raft of practical knowledge and experience that make him a natural and informative speaker with a complete understanding of the needs of employees and problems facing SME owners or managers. Bob hit the national headlines in 2001 when he ran 33 marathon’s in only 40 days to get from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of a burns victim called 'Podge'. He continues to raise money for charities close to his heart through marathon running and is planning a further major test of endurance in October 2005 by running 6 marathons over six days across one of the hottest places in the world ~ Death Valley…This time in aid of Food Banks tackling issues of poverty and deprivation on our own doorsteps. Bob, a committed Christian, explains how running has taught him so much about, faith, people, business and life in general. Moving, inspiring and uplifting ~ be warned listening to this man might change your life… Audiences are bowled over by this business package loaded with useful information, practical hints and activities to set the audience thinking and talking. They enjoy Bob's lively, thought provoking style which demands audience participation from the start. Typical unsolicited comments from previous audiences were: "One of the most enjoyable events I have attended for a long time." "Excellent, I learned so much." "Not only informative but motivational. Bob was inspiring." "I should have insisted my senior managers attended. Very motivating and uplifting." Bob explains how running has taught him so much about, faith, people, business and life in general. Moving, inspiring and uplifting ~ be warned listening to this man might change your life… Audiences are bowled over by this business package loaded with useful information, practical hints and activities to set the audience thinking and talking. They enjoy Bob's lively, thought provoking style which demands audience participation from the start. Content Outline This interactive presentation is built around the following ideas; A question provoked by a joke, a song and a good book Simple does not mean easy Making the impossible happen   - Four key attitudes to success Some lessons from the road to John O’Groats   - Be open to others - The power of catapults - There will be trouble ahead - Allow the road to rise up to meet up - Take the less travelled path - Work, Rest and Play What impossible thing could you accomplish this year and transform your own life and the lives of those around you? How I will remember this year forever?   - Death Valley - Food Bank What about you?