Mark Bateman is a visionary disruptor, corporate adviser and executive coach with a keen focus on leadership development. With decades of experience in business, he has navigated the peaks and troughs of industry, making his mark as a successful entrepreneur and then selling his own tech consulting firm. Since then, Mark has dedicated himself to the development of leaders worldwide, amassing over 3,000 hours of executive coaching, and making impactful contributions to some of the world’s top global companies. As the CEO of WeQual, Mark is leading a movement that champions gender equality in corporate leadership roles, demonstrating the compelling case that balanced leadership teams drive better business results across every metric. Through the WeQual Awards and Global Membership initiatives, Mark continues to identify and support outstanding women leaders on their journey to the top.

His commitment to fostering leadership isn’t limited to the boardroom. Mark’s academic achievements, including a master’s in leadership coaching and mentoring, underscore his comprehensive understanding of human psychology and the transformative power of leadership. Beyond his professional endeavours, Mark is a proud father of two grown-up daughters, an avid traveller and a fitness enthusiast. Based in Malta, he frequently travels to London and other nations, reflected in his global perspective on leadership. His latest endeavour, Disruptive Leadership: Using Fire to Drive Purposeful Change, is a result of four years of intensive research, interviews with global CEOs and senior leaders and a lifetime of experience. This book captures the essence of Mark’s unique approach to leadership – fanning the flames of disruption to incite significant, beneficial change. His passion for unleashing the potential of leaders is captured on every page, making it an essential read for those ready to disrupt, transform and lead in the twenty-first century.