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Special Guest: Andy Lopata — The Global Authority on Professional Relationships

We’re thrilled to welcome Andy Lopata to today’s show — joining us live via Zoom!

With over 25 years’ experience helping leaders and organisations build deeper, stronger and more strategic professional relationships, Andy is recognised globally as:

  • A top-tier international speaker
  • A six-time author on networking and relationship strategy
  • A contributor to leading publications including Psychology Today, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company
  • A Coaching & Mentoring Award finalist at Thinkers50 — one of the most prestigious recognitions in global leadership thinking
  • A PSA Hall of Fame inductee
  • A mentor and trusted advisor to senior leaders worldwide
  • Host of the acclaimed Connected Leadership Podcast

His Relationship Matrix framework is transforming how individuals and organisations understand and leverage the power of genuine, trust-led professional connections. Andy has spoken on some of the world’s biggest corporate stages, working with brands including PayPal, Harrods, and the BBC.

Today he joins us to share insights, stories and wisdom from his decades at the forefront of relationship strategy.

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🎧 Today’s Conversation

Andy arrives with no script, no agenda — just a genuine intention to “add value to your listeners wherever I can.”

We’ll explore themes around:

  • Relationship Strategy

How intentional, well-nurtured professional relationships shape careers, leadership success and business growth.

  • The Power of Mentoring

Reflecting on Andy’s most recent book:

The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring

— a practical, insightful guide on building successful mentoring partnerships from both sides.

  • Leadership, Trust & Community

Why today’s leaders need connection literacy as much as technical ability.

  • Thinkers50 Recognition

Andy’s recent shortlisting as a finalist for the Thinkers50 Coaching & Mentoring Award — placing him among the world’s most respected thought-leaders.

  • And of course… the stories behind the relationships that changed everything.

All delivered with Andy’s trademark honesty, clarity, warmth, and deep professional wisdom.

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