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Revealed: The Power Duo Behind HR Tech's New Keynote

 

You followed the clues—and now it’s time to discover the twist.

We’re thrilled to announce that James Patterson, global bestselling author, is teaming up with leadership expert Dr. Patrick Leddin for Disrupt Everything and Win: Take Control of Your Future—an unforgettable keynote on lead ingthrough disruption.

This is your moment to turn disruption into direction—and lead your team, your business, and your future with renewed purpose.

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The disruption is already here. How will you lead through it?

What to expect from this keynote

From AI and burnout to economic uncertainty, the future of work demands bold leadership. 

At HR Tech 2025, we’re not shying away from that reality. We're putting it on center stage.

In this energizing keynote, you’ll hear from two powerful voices who have spent their careers exploring how we grow, adapt, and lead through uncertainty.

This isn’t theory. It’s a masterclass in mindset, leadership, and real-world resilience, delivered through unforgettable storytelling and an actionable framework you can take back to your team.

Whether you're a CHRO, HR tech leader, HR innovator, or change agent in the making, this keynote will help you make sense of what’s now, and get ready for what’s next so you thrive in the most transformative era yet.

James and Patrick will lead you through how to:

► Turn disruption into a catalyst for growth

► Align your team’s purpose to the pace of change

► Lead with confidence during uncertainty

► Apply 16 research-backed behaviors to drive results

► Build a culture that’s more resilient, more human, and more future-ready

 

 

Disrupt everything and win book cover.

Be among the first to receive a signed copy of their upcoming book, Disrupt Everything and Win, before it hits shelves!

Please Note: Complimentary books will be available in limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis. Availability is not guaranteed for all attendees.

About the Speakers

Dr. Patrick Leddin

Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author | FranklinCovey Senior Advisor on Culture and Leadership

Dr. Patrick Leddin is a leadership expert and advisor who’s helped Fortune 500 companies, government teams, and global institutions build more effective, resilient leaders. As a former professor at Vanderbilt University and the lead researcher behind The Disruption Project, he’s conducted more than 350 interviews with changemakers and industry disruptors around the world. His tools and frameworks are known for being clear, practical, and behavior-based.

James Patterson

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author | Guinness World Record Holder | Master of Storytelling and Reinvention

James Patterson has written more than 200 books, sold over 425 million copies, and co-authored bestsellers with presidents, icons, and innovators. With record-breaking success across fiction, nonfiction, and biographical storytelling, Patterson has shaped culture by crafting unforgettable narratives that explore conflict, reinvention, and human resilience.