Martha Newson
Dr. Martha Newson, an Oxford-trained anthropologist and psychologist, helps organizations unlock insights into human behavior, fostering stronger social bonds and business success.
Why book Martha Newson for your next event
- Dr. Martha Newson’s £1.5m research funding and global expertise equip organizations with powerful tools to understand and improve human behavior.
- Dr. Martha Newson’s work on social well-being during the pandemic, spanning 122 countries, empowers organizations to navigate challenging times and improve outcomes.
- Unlock practical tools from Dr. Newson’s research to build a more cohesive and resilient organization, enhancing collaboration and overall success.
Dr. Martha Newson is a leading anthropologist and psychologist, using evolutionary theory to enhance social bonding and team dynamics. With experience across Premier League clubs, major brands, and global research, her keynotes deliver actionable insights on human behavior, improving collaboration and performance. Book her to transform your organization’s culture and productivity.
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Keynotes
Keynote by Martha Newson: Unlock the Power of Belonging to Boost Performance
Are disconnection and division hindering your team’s performance? Keynote Speaker Martha Newson provides transformative insights into human psychology and group dynamics, offering practical strategies to foster belonging, resolve conflicts, and build stronger teams. Drawing on her expertise in rituals, identity, and subcultures—spanning football fandom, rave culture, and even prison rehabilitation—Martha’s talks deliver actionable solutions to unite diverse groups and drive lasting change. Book Martha Newson to equip your organization with tools to enhance collaboration, innovation, and resilience through science-backed, real-world insights.
Martha Newson
Understanding Human Behavior to Drive Performance
Keynote Speaker Martha Newson is a renowned anthropologist and chartered psychologist, widely recognized for her pioneering research on human behavior, social bonding, and well-being. With a Masters and Doctorate from the University of Oxford, Martha combines her anthropological expertise with psychological techniques to deliver impactful insights into the dynamics of human interaction. Her work spans various industries, including major brands such as Guinness, Hyundai, and Electrolux, as well as Premier League football clubs and the British Ministry of Justice.
Known for her ability to apply evolutionary theory to real-world challenges, Martha explores the rituals that underpin social bonding, providing organizations with valuable strategies to improve team collaboration, communication, and overall performance. Her global research, which includes studying diverse groups—from Brazilian football hooligans to fundamentalist Muslims in Indonesia—equips her to offer unique perspectives on building cohesive teams and fostering a thriving organizational culture.
Book Martha Newson for your event to harness her expertise in understanding human behavior and driving positive change within your organization. With over £1.5m in research funding and regular media appearances, Martha’s world-class keynotes deliver actionable insights that empower businesses to succeed in today’s dynamic environment.
