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Executive Biography Writing
Concise, compelling professional biographies for speaking engagements, board appointments, company websites, award nominations and conference panels.
What You Receive
An executive biography is not a CV summary. It is a carefully constructed narrative that communicates your credibility, authority, and relevance to a specific audience, whether that is a conference organiser, a board appointments committee, a client, or a journalist. We write biographies that make the right impression in the right context.
- a professionally written executive biography in long form (250-400 words) and short form (80-120 words)
- tailored versions for different contexts: speaking, board, company website, and awards
- third-person narrative that conveys authority without self-promotion
- positioning that highlights your most relevant achievements, credentials and expertise
- a structured consultation to identify your key messages and differentiators
- two rounds of revisions to ensure tone, emphasis, and accuracy are right
Who This Is For
This service is ideal if you:
- have been invited to speak at a conference or event and need a professional biography
- are being considered for a non-executive or advisory board role
- need an updated biography for your company website or annual report
- are submitting an award nomination or professional recognition application
- want a polished biography for media, press or PR purposes
- are building a portfolio career and need a biography that spans multiple roles
Why a Professional Biography Matters
Your biography is often the first and only piece of writing that introduces you to a new audience. A poorly written biography that is too long, too modest, too generic, or too self-congratulatory can undermine your credibility before you have said a word. A strong biography builds instant trust. It tells people who you are, why you matter and what you bring, in the right tone for the context. We write biographies that make senior professionals sound exactly as impressive as they are, without overstatement or cliché.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many versions do I get?
You receive a long-form biography (250-400 words) and a short-form biography (80-120 words). We can also provide additional tailored versions for specific contexts, such as a speaking biography versus a board biography, at a small additional cost.
Can you write in a specific tone or style?
Yes. We tailor the tone to the context and audience. A biography for a financial services board will read very differently from one for a technology conference panel. We discuss tone, emphasis, and audience during your consultation.
Do I need to provide a CV?
A CV or LinkedIn profile is helpful as a starting point, but the real value comes from the consultation where we identify your key messages, differentiators, and the impression you want to create.
How long does it take?
Typically 3 to 5 working days from consultation to final delivery. Urgent turnaround is available.
Can this be combined with other services?
Yes. Many clients combine biography writing with LinkedIn profile optimisation, CV writing or coaching. We ensure consistency across all your professional documents.
30 Years at the Top of Executive Careers. Let’s Talk About Yours.
Book a free, confidential discussion with one of our senior consultants. We will review your current situation and tell you honestly what your next move needs to achieve.
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Available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm (GMT). Consultations available via Zoom or Google Meet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an executive biography, and when do I need one?
An executive biography is a concise, third-person narrative of your leadership career, used for speaking engagements, board appointments, company websites, award nominations, and conference panels. It complements your CV rather than replacing it.
How is an executive biography different from a CV?
A CV is an evidence-led document structured for selection, while a biography is a flowing narrative that conveys your credibility, authority, and relevance to a specific audience, such as a conference organiser, a board committee, a client, or a journalist.
What will I receive?
You receive a professionally written biography in long form (around 250 to 400 words) and short form (around 80 to 120 words), with versions tailored to different contexts such as speaking, board, company website, and awards. Scope and pricing are confirmed during your initial discussion.
