Unmasking Corporate Psychopaths: Who they are, what they do, why it matters

Join us for a compelling talk by Professor Clive Boddy, a leading expert on leadership and workplace behaviour, as he explores the unsettling reality of corporate psychopaths - the charming yet ruthless individuals who rise to power and wreak havoc within organisations.

From petty tyrants to toxic leaders, these individuals manipulate, bully, and deceive their way to the top, creating a climate of fear and dysfunction. Drawing on over two decades of research, Clive will reveal how corporate psychopaths operate, the damage they cause, and why organisations must learn to identify and manage them effectively.

Clive Boddy has authored over 60 publications on the topic, including A Climate of Fear: Stone Cold Psychopaths at Work, and his TEDx talk has reached over 1.5 million viewers.

Don’t miss this eye-opening session that blends academic insight with real-world relevance.

This event is presented as part of the Chelmsford Science Festival

[DR 27.08.25]