Emotional Intelligence Pioneer & Global Authority on Leadership and Wellbeing
Dr. Martyn Newman is a clinical psychologist, a global authority on emotional intelligence (EQ), and a thought leader in applying EQ to the challenges and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence. His work illuminates how the uniquely human qualities of emotional intelligence are not only essential for leadership but also irreplaceable in an AI-driven world.
As the author of the best-selling book Emotional Capitalists – The Ultimate Guide to Developing Emotional Intelligence for Leaders, Dr. Newman has pioneered insights into how leaders can harness the power of EQ to achieve extraordinary results. His Emotional Capital Report (ECR) is an internationally recognised benchmark for measuring emotional intelligence and leadership performance.
With a PhD from the University of Sydney and advanced degrees in psychology and mindfulness from institutions including Monash University, La Trobe University, and the University of California, Berkeley, Dr. Newman combines academic rigour with a deep understanding of human behaviour. He has also served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London and the School of Psychology at ACU National, as well as an Instructor in Mindfulness on the MBA program at Sydney University.
Dr. Newman’s latest focus, “EQ in the Age of AI,” explores the compelling ways emotional intelligence remains indispensable in a landscape dominated by machine learning and automation. His research and insights underscore how critical human capabilities such as empathy, creativity, and intuition cannot be replicated by machines.
He has consulted for some of the world’s leading organisations, including Sky, Deloitte, ExxonMobil, Mars, Network Rail, Quiksilver, Royal Bank of Scotland, and British Airways, where he has demonstrated how integrating EQ into leadership can transform business outcomes.
Known for his engaging storytelling and practical, evidence-based insights, Dr. Newman’s presentations at Pendulum Summit inspire leaders to embrace the human skills that will define success in an AI-driven future.
