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Lynn Reed

Expert in Team Dynamics and Leadership Development

Decades of Global Financial Industry Leadership & Consulting Expertise

With over 35 years of experience in global financial services, Lynn Reed has established himself as a premier consultant in leadership, innovation and team dynamics. As the president and primary consultant of Lynn Reed Associates, he brings a wealth of expertise gained through years of leading organizations to greater levels of performance by guiding all levels from graduate trainees to the Board of Directors at some of the largest, most successful firms in the industry on a global basis.

Lynn’s career includes an extensive tenure at JP Morgan in New York and London, where he held key leadership roles. He spent five years as the Head of Leadership and Organizational Development for JP Morgan Europe, based in London, overseeing initiatives that enhanced team cohesion, executive effectiveness, and organizational success. His consulting work spans over 20 countries, directly supporting senior leadership teams in revenue-generating and support functions, including:

  • Investment and Commercial Banking
  • Institutional and Private Wealth and Asset Management
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Capital Markets
  • Markets Sales, Trading and Research
  • Private Equity
  • Pharmaceutical Sales and Marketing
  • Biotech
  • Consumer Banking
  • Futures & Options
  • Technology
  • Operations
  • Financial & Credit
  • Audit
  • Human Resources
  • Legal & Compliance
  • US Military Support

“I cannot give a higher recommendation of Lynn’s professional skill set in helping teams not only identify their issues, but how to deal with them to maximize the effectiveness of the team, large or small. Lynn is not your ‘average’ facilitator in any respect. He combines his expertise with tools like Myers-Briggs, Six Thinking Hats, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, and Leading Culture Change – with a sense of focus and humor that transcends all organizational hierarchies.”

~ Senior Managing Director

Lynn holds an MBA from New York University with concentrations in Management Information Systems, Organizational Behavior, and Accounting. He has also completed two post-graduate programs in Human Resources Management and Organizational Development at Columbia University. This strong educational foundation has been instrumental in shaping his ability to help organizations cultivate leadership, drive performance, and drive adaptability and culture change.

Lynn’s approach to facilitation is dynamic, engaging, and results-driven. He specializes in working with teams in cross-functional, multi-national environments, from C-Suite executives to first-level managers and graduate trainees. His impact is felt in areas such as:

  • Leading culture change initiatives
  • Clarifying strategic direction
  • Enhancing leadership effectiveness and impact
  • Improving team collaboration, engagement and performance
  • Strengthening influence, communication and relationship-building skills
  • Driving innovation and creative problem-solving

What sets Lynn apart is his unique delivery style—fast-paced, high-energy, bottom-line focused, and infused with a sharp sense of humor. His ability to captivate audiences ensures that every session is an impactful learning experience. His expertise in group dynamics have been featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Fortune Magazine, The Financial Times, and The American Banker.

Lynn has had the privilege of working with renowned institutions and organizations worldwide.  A selection of his past keynote address, pro-bono and community support clients includes:

“Our Passion is Contagious.”

Lynn Reed delivers keynote addresses that inspire, motivate, and set the stage for transformative action. Each presentation is customized to resonate with the audience, ensuring maximum engagement and impact. Standing ovations are not uncommon, as Lynn masterfully balances humor with serious insights. Popular topics include:

  • Driving Culture Change
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Customer Focus
  • Motivation and Commitment
  • Sales and Influencing Clients
  • Leadership Development
  • Building High-Performing Teams
  • Communication and Relationship-Building

Organizations with their own presentation material can leverage Lynn’s exceptional delivery skills to elevate their messaging and inspire their teams.

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What truly sets us apart is our unique and passionate style of delivery. We offer fast-paced, highly interactive, bottom-line focused, and fun-filled experiences, whether in the classroom or via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT).

We break many conventional rules, especially in virtual delivery, to produce dramatic levels of:

Engagement

Keeping participants captivated and involved.

Inclusion

Ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

Commitment to Follow Through

Translating learning into lasting action.

Instead of waiting for a leader you can believe in, try this: Become a leader you can believe in.

~ Stan Slap

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Our in-person delivery and virtual programs are among the best – engage people who are geographically dispersed at no additional cost!  We also deliver to local time zones around the world to maximize our clients’ experience.

Are you ready to engage, energize, and enthuse your team? Contact us today to harness the power of Lynn Reed’s expertise and drive your organization to new heights.