Robert Paris, B.Comm., M.B.A., CSP

Robert is recognized as a pioneer in applying fundamental principles of neuroscience to management and leadership. He has a Certificate in the Foundations of Neuroleadership which applies emerging knowledge of the brain to sports and business. He has recently developed ground-breaking programs in leadership, coaching, team-building and innovation that incorporate emerging knowledge of the brain to awaken more of the brain’s resources to enable people to expand perspectives, talk more authentically and create rare moments of insight – with remarkable results.

Robert’s unique and innovative work in the emerging field of neuroleadership has helped transform the lives of many individuals in a multitude of organizations across the globe. Feedback has been consistent that Robert’s RENEW© process has had a significant impact on changing individuals’ belief systems and, ultimately, their ability to perform at higher levels with much more meaning and fulfilment. Robert consistently challenges teams that have a culture of suppressing emotions that this works against their best interests. When applied to teams, the RENEW© process is the most powerful team bonding process that any team can experience. The result – higher performance and winning!

Robert’s 15 year managerial career was characterized by significant business accomplishments at blue chip companies such as Johnson & Johnson. This valuable experience serves as the foundation of his consulting practice that has helped develop management teams on 5 continents for organizations such as the Cirque du Soleil, IMS Health, Forensic Technology Inc., Xstrata Nickel, ICAO, Hypertec Group, Phi Group, Hitek Logistic, Fednav, etc.

Robert’s training and consulting practice has resulted in helping management teams accomplish their strategic objectives in the entertainment, high technology, information services, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods, retail, non-profit, transportation and logistics and mining industries. Robert designed and facilitated the original global leadership training program for the renowned Cirque du Soleil.

Robert graduated with honors with an M.B.A. at the University of Toronto and with great distinction with a B. Comm. At McGill University. He has lectured at the renowned Niagara Institute, the McGill Executive Institute, the John Molson School of Business and the McGill School of Continuing Studies.