Brian Downes helps people and teams perform at their best. A former commercial director turned leadership consultant, he’s spent over two decades working with organizations across Europe to build clarity, trust, and accountability in how they lead and perform. As CEO of Purple Flame and co-founder of Performance Nerds, Brian combines business strategy with behavioural insight. He’s known for simplifying complex ideas into practical tools that leaders can actually use — like his Performance Equation and Performance Cubed frameworks, which link clarity, competence, and attitude to real-world performance. Brian speaks internationally about leadership, performance, and culture. He’s helping companies grow sustainably by strengthening how people and systems work together. Expert topics: L...
Professional Speaker & Performance Consultant at Performance Nerds