Andrew Clark - AbbVie

Overwhelmingly positive feedback from the team

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Overwhelmingly positive feedback from the team

Testimonial by Andrew Clark, Medical Manager, AbbVie
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Penny Haslam’s personal branding workshop for AbbVie gave pharmaceutical professionals practical ideas they began putting into practice straight away

Penny was the keynote speaker at our annual offsite meeting and delivered a fantastic talk focusing on making yourself a little bit famous, highlighting the importance of developing a personal brand to maximise opportunities.

Penny really brought this to life, combining stories from her own experiences in broadcasting with practical advice.

We have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the team, with numerous examples of colleagues already putting things into practice.

An increasingly relevant topic delivered in a light-hearted way with a good dose of humour and lots of practical takeaways – highly recommend!

How Penny Haslam helped AbbVie professionals build their personal brands

AbbVie wanted a practical, interactive session that would help a mixed group of pharmaceutical professionals understand why visibility matters and how a stronger personal brand could support their professional, personal and business development.

Penny tailored a 90-minute workshop based on her Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous keynote, combining stories, humour and practical advice.

  • Understanding visibility: Why being a best-kept secret can limit professional development and opportunities.
  • Building a reputation: Using the PIE model to consider Performance, Image and Exposure.
  • Sharing expertise: Identifying what participants wanted to become known for and how they could demonstrate that expertise.
  • Taking practical action: Building relationships, speaking up, making new connections and sharing useful ideas.
  • Putting it into practice: AbbVie received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with numerous colleagues already applying Penny’s advice.

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Overwhelmingly positive feedback from the team

Andrew Clark, Medical Manager, AbbVie

Jul / 2026

Penny was the keynote speaker at our annual offsite meeting and delivered a fantastic talk focusing on making yourself a little bit famous, highlighting the importance of developing a personal brand to maximise opportunities. Penny really brought this to life, combining stories from her own experiences in broadcasting with practical…
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A clear shift in thinking around visibility

Nadine Dyer, Senior Manager, Deloitte

Jun / 2026

I wanted to extend a sincere thank you for your fantastic keynote at yesterday’s SRTA Mentoring Summit. Your session truly set the tone for the day and resonated strongly with everyone in the room. The feedback from participants and seniors has been overwhelmingly positive. Your focus on the PIE framework,…
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Pivotal in setting the tone and maintaining energy across the entire event

Debbie Walker, General Secretary, HARPA

Jan / 2026

Penny made an outstanding contribution to our two-day HARPA Conference in London. With over 600 members, associates and suppliers in attendance, her role was pivotal in setting the tone and maintaining energy across the entire event. As host across both days, Penny brought warmth, humour and professionalism in equal measure.…
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Inspiration with practical, immediately usable tools

Rosie Forrester, Head of People Experience and Development, MONY Group

Nov / 2025

Penny Haslam delivered a session that helped our Female Leadership Forum build strategic confidence and communicate with impact in senior spaces. She combined inspiration with practical, immediately usable tools. These led to great discussions in the room and participants using them immediately. The discussion was open and energising and the…
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A standout session with lasting impact

Georgie Tapley, Early Careers Officer, Specsavers

Sep / 2025

Penny Haslam delivered a great session during our Careers Week that truly resonated with our colleagues. Her energy and authenticity set her apart, many noted how refreshing it was to hear from a speaker who didn’t rely on a script but instead brought lived experience and genuine enthusiasm to the…
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Her message was tailored, her delivery was powerful

Morgan Huber, Director of CEO Office, Pax8, EMEA

Sep / 2025

An absolutely brilliant speaker—personable, engaging and deeply attuned to our team. From the moment she began, she had the room. Her message was tailored, her delivery was powerful, and her presence was magnetic. She brought our values and dynamics to life with positivity and motivation that truly resonated. It was…
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An engaging, insightful, and genuinely supportive speaker

Shelley Perry, Learning & Development, FCIPD, Beazley

Jun / 2025

Penny Haslam delivered an exceptional session on building confidence and managing nerves associated with public speaking. She shared practical, immediately applicable advice and brilliant tips that resonated with everyone in the room, from seasoned presenters to those who dread stepping up to the microphone. Specifically, her structured approach to preparation…
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The booking process was simple

Lizi Platts, Head of Communications & Engagement, West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner

Apr / 2025

I couldn’t recommend Penny more highly. She was a pleasure to work with and a fantastic addition to our away day. Right from the start, the booking process was simple. Penny took the time to talk through what we wanted to achieve and worked with us to shape her presentation…
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Easy to work with and delivered on her promises.

Rebecca Riley,Senior Leaders Hub Manager, College of Policing

Sep / 2024

Penny delivered a keynote speech at the Senior Police Staff Network event hosted by the College of Policing. She was a pleasure to work with both before and during the event. Penny took the time to research and discuss the delegates and the day’s purpose, allowing her to deliver an…
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Feedback has been amazing!

Tara Rule, Senior Director of Commercial Strategy & Operations, Adobe

Feb / 2019

Penny Haslam absolutely lived up to her reputation! She delivered a ‘Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous’ 90-minute session for Adobe Women – and the feedback has been amazing. She’s fun and engaging, she makes you think and people left with tangible actions. I highly recommend. Tara Rule, Senior Director…
Awards Wreath

PSAE

Professional Speaking Association

Speaker of Excellence

2025

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Finalist 

Personnel Today 

Learning and Development Supplier of the Year

2025

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Finalist 

Personnel Today 

Learning and Development Supplier of the Year

2024

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Finalist 

Business Book Awards

Short Business Book

 of the Year

2023

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Finalist 

Lloyds Bank Business Excellence Awards

Business Enabler

 of the Year

2022