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Stephen Childs is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Panasonic Automotive, where he has helped lead culture, transformation, and talent strategy for over 25 years. A recognized global thought leader, Stephen brings a powerful blend of real-world executive experience and cutting-edge coaching insight to every stage he steps on.
He is a Columbia University Certified Executive Coach and a Global Fellow of Talent Management from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. His forward-thinking leadership has earned him multiple accolades, including the HRD World Congress “50 HR Tech Minds” Award and two American Business Awards for HR Executive of the Year. Under his guidance, Panasonic Automotive has consistently achieved Great Place to Work certification, reflecting his commitment to building high-performance, people-first cultures.
Stephen is also the founder of Neuro Executive Coaching, where he equips leaders with neuroscience-based strategies to unlock their full potential. His keynotes challenge, inspire, and leave audiences with practical tools to lead with greater clarity, courage, and impact.
