Mr. Arif Anis, MBE, FRSA, FCL
Arif Anis MBE is a celebrated expert on leadership, and a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author.
Arif started as a Clinical Psychologist and received executive education at LUMS, Imperial College London, Oxford University, and Harvard University for executive education. Transitioning to the learning and development industry, Arif became a global professional speaker and served as an Economic Senator at the European Economic Senate.
Arif's humanitarian efforts shone during the COVID-19 pandemic when he co-founded the One Million Meals campaign, providing meals to NHS staff and key workers. This initiative earned him the Points of Light Award from Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the title of ‘Brain of the Year 2020’ by Tony Buzan’s Brain Trust.
In recognition of his services, Arif was awarded the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by King Charles III and became a Freeman of the City of London. Arif was also awarded the Knighthood ‘Cabellero De Honor’ at the Vatican in 2024.
Anis has delivered keynote speeches in 97+ countries, including at the European Parliament, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum, among other global forums.
Arif has shared the stage with global icons in leadership and influence, including President Donald Trump, President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Imran Khan, Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Prime Minister Theresa May, Prime Minister Tony Abbott, President Musharraf, President Nasheed, Stephen Covey, Tony Robbins, Tony Buzan, Daniel Goleman, Richard Bandler, Jack Canfield, Richard Branson, Robert Kiyosaki, Paul McKenna, Brendon Burchard, James Caan, and many others.
He also serves in the diplomatic position of Minister Counsellor at the Andean Parliament. His work has been featured on major platforms like BBC, ITV, Sky, and CNBC.
Arif’s main areas of expertise include leadership, founders, influence and power, crisis leadership, emotional intelligence, and discussions around artificial intelligence combined with psychology.
