Peter Gamwell
Dr. Peter Gamwell has been described as one of the most knowledgeable and thought-provoking presenters on organizational learning, leadership and creativity in Canada and beyond. He is a widely respected and sought after as a speaker, presenter and moderator, and has gained a reputation for his vibrant and humorous approach.
Currently a superintendent with the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, Peter Gamwell is an award-winning leader in education. His philosophy is simple: the health and prosperity of any organization is directly proportional to the value in, autonomy of and creative rein given to the people who make up that organization. Peter has spent a career inspiring people with this leadership philosophy and practice and, most recently, has led a ten-year transformational culture change through a 7,000-employee organization founded on this basic belief—an innovative change that is ongoing and dynamic. Drawing on his research in the field and his wealth of practical experience, Peter challenges his audiences to consider fundamental questions that will foster that positive growth, vibrancy and creativity in their organizations. He has advised multiple levels of government, private industry, municipalities and non-profits, as well as the education sector. He was recently appointed to the board of directors of the National Creativity Network, where he serves with his long-time colleague, mentor and friend, Sir Ken Robinson. Peter is often at his best engaging his audiences with his blues and rock piano.
Dr. Peter Gamwell has been described as one of the most knowledgeable and thought-provoking presenters on organizational learning, leadership and creativity in Canada and beyond. He is a widely respected and sought after as a speaker, presenter and moderator, and has gained a reputation for his vibrant and humorous approach.
Currently a superintendent with the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, Peter Gamwell is an award-winning leader in education. His philosophy is simple: the health and prosperity of any organization is directly proportional to the value in, autonomy of and creative rein given to the people who make up that organization. Peter has spent a career inspiring people with this leadership philosophy and practice and, most recently, has led a ten-year transformational culture change through a 7,000-employee organization founded on this basic belief—an innovative change that is ongoing and dynamic. Drawing on his research in the field and his wealth of practical experience, Peter challenges his audiences to consider fundamental questions that will foster that positive growth, vibrancy and creativity in their organizations. He has advised multiple levels of government, private industry, municipalities and non-profits, as well as the education sector. He was recently appointed to the board of directors of the National Creativity Network, where he serves with his long-time colleague, mentor and friend, Sir Ken Robinson. Peter is often at his best engaging his audiences with his blues and rock piano.
Peak Performance
Audiences are delighted and energized by Peter's unique style. He does not pretend to have all the answers. Instead, he embraces the...
The Wonder Wall – Fostering Creative Organizations
Preparing Our Children for an Unknown Future – Future Learning Curiosity
Drawing on extensive research, experiences and intriguing stories, Peter Gamwell discusses how we need to update and energize our...
