Leaders shape the future. We shape leaders.

We started this work as we saw many people who power progress struggle to navigate complexity with little or no guidance and tools. We exist to change that.

Why Lazarus & Maverick?

Lazarus speaks to renewal, the courage to rise, reimagine and begin again. Maverick stands for independent thinking, unafraid to challenge the norm. Together, they reflect our belief in bold transformation: change begins when you dare to think differently, and that’s how we unlock breakthroughs in work and self.

Alex Lazarus, Founder & CEO

What We Do

Lazarus & Maverick is a global leadership advisory shaping the future of leadership, culture and performance. We believe business is a human story - one of courage, imagination and the hearts and minds that bring bold ideas to life.
We develop resilient thinkers and brave leaders - creative problem-solvers, flexible managers and spirited teams who aren’t afraid to ask “what if?” and take action that matters.
We help individuals and organisations to shape something better, richer and more alive with meaning and momentum.

Who We Work With

Boards & Non-Executive Directors – We work closely with boards to strengthen their governance, relationships and culture.
CEOs & C-Suite Executives – When decisions carry weight, we help senior leaders build clarity, presence and strategic influence in complex systems.
Leadership Teams – A group of leaders is not the same as a leadership team. We align, strengthen and unify leadership teams to unlock collective performance.
Senior & Emerging Leaders – We help rising leaders navigate ambiguity and show up with presence, agility and impact.
HR & Talent Leaders – We work with People leaders to design solutions that stick long after the programme ends.

How We Show Up

What we care about deeply in our work

Impact

Theory means nothing without traction. We don’t do surface-level fixes; we create deep, lasting shifts that individuals, teams and organisations thrive on.

Partnership

We don’t observe from the sidelines, we’re in it with you. We embed ourselves in your challenges, co-creating solutions that fuel transformation.

Boldness

Safe thinking won’t shape the future. We push boundaries, challenge old narratives, and help leaders step into discomfort, because real growth happens at the edge.

Human

Change is personal before it’s professional. We bring insight into what truly moves people, inspiring action and creating lasting impact.

Sustainability

High performance shouldn’t mean high exhaustion. We help leaders build clarity, resilience and endurance without the burnout tax.

Curiosity

The best don’t have all the answers. They ask better questions. We challenge stagnant thinking, ignite fresh perspectives and unlock new ways of thinking and working.

Testimonials

“Great job! In my 27 years with AIG, I can frankly say I got more out of these leadership development sessions than any similar previous ones. That’s no small accomplishment.”

Senior Leader
American International Group (AIG)

“This is the one professional development programme that has had the most positive impact on my day-to-day work life.”

Senior Digital Media Leader
The Walt Disney Company

“Sincere thanks for coaching and wonderful offsites and previously a great day with the Partners and Directors. This will pay dividends in people’s lives and careers for years to come, not to mention the benefits we shall all enjoy as a team!”

General Counsel
KPMG

“Thank you for such a fabulous afternoon yesterday. We were over the moon with how it went.”

Board Member
NHS

“I heard nothing but rave reviews from the team on the insights and content during the Global Marketing Summit.”

Chief Marketing Officer
Qualcomm

"Coaching helped me see situations through a new lens and navigate complexity with more clarity. The mix of challenge and support made a real difference to my growth, personally and professionally."

Senior Legal Leader
Robert Walters

“I couldn’t have asked for better partners or a better team to get the magic working as this was a very important moment in my own leadership journey this year. The cultural sessions were highlights for everyone.”

Co-President
S&P Global Commodity Insights

“Huge thank you for such a valuable and memorable experience for our management group. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive!”

Spotify

“I feel incredibly lucky that the team were able to work with you both and benefit from your expertise.”

Senior Academic Leader
University College London

Latest Thinking

The thing nobody said: a lesson in board effectiveness

Boards rarely fail because their members lack intelligence. They fail when something important goes unsaid.

Climbing the Andes with Olympic legend Dame Kelly Holmes

Reflections from an unforgettable charity trek with our partner, Dame Kelly Holmes Trust, and a group of volunteers. Tough days, cold nights, big purpose.