Inspirational People, Inspirational Stories with Doug D Gordon

Jonny Townsend, Founder and multi-million exit of Circus Street - How do grow and sell an online course to global corporations and make millions

Doug Gordon Season 1 Episode 3

Todays guest is Jonny Townsend

Jonny is a successful entrepreneur, mentor and investor.

Jonny was the co-founder of Circus Street an award winning online e-learning business that revolutionised the way Global Enterprise businesses were able to learn online.

He went on to sell the business in a multiple million dollar exit and is now helping and mentoring other business owners do the same as well.

Having met and got to know him I can truly say he really is a true inspiration and a pleasure to have on the show. 

Doug Gordon Bio:  

As a 5X award-winning international keynote speaker, International bestselling author, corporate strategist, executive coach, and workplace wellness expert, Doug delivers unparalleled results by combining cutting-edge business strategies with holistic energy optimisation. 

He ensures your people and organisation achieve high performance success without stress.

Why Doug? The ROI of Transformation

Doug isn’t just another keynote speaker or trainer. He is a proven game-changer who bridges the gap between world-class business performance and sustainable personal well-being. Here’s why he’s the perfect choice for your annual conference and beyond:

Proven Corporate Success: With 21 years as a C-level executive in the investment industry, Doug grew a global asset management firm from €50M to €1.75B annually and was recognised for this in both the Times and Independent newspapers. He has mastered high-stakes leadership, sales, and negotiation, and he knows what it takes to deliver exceptional results in the most demanding environments.

Holistic Leadership Transformation: 

Doug’s journey from corporate boardrooms to mastering mental wellness and energy healing gives him a unique perspective. He teaches leaders how to align purpose, productivity, and peak performance to achieve results while reducing stress and burnout. 

His book “Charge Yourself Up For Success” has testimonials from 3 NY Times bestsellers, an Emmy award winning actress and a Dragons Den TV star.

Engaging and Actionable Delivery: 

Doug captivates audiences with his authenticity, energy, and real-world insights. His talks are not just inspiring; they are practical and immediately actionable, delivering measurable impact.

A Complete Solution: 

Beyond the keynote, Doug offers executive coaching, corporate training, and workplace wellness programs that integrate seamlessly to create lasting transformation for leaders and teams.

A Track Record of Excellence:

Doug’s proven methods have transformed leaders and teams in some of the world’s most respected organisations, including:

Dell, JP Morgan, Samsung, Meta, Salesforce, Aviva, and Leinster Rugby ClubHis unique approach blends business expertise with wellness, ensuring measurable ROI in areas like productivity, team engagement, and leadership effectiveness.

Speaking and Training Highlights:
Doug has shared the stage with NY Times bestsellers, business icons, and global influencers at top conferences, including:

• Institute of Directors, Global Convention.
• Leadership and Life Mastery Summit
• Cambridge and Stanford Universities
• National Workplace Wellbeing Summit
• National Finance Summit
• London Investment Summit.
• Future of Work Summit

Plus many more 

His TEDx talk on mental wellness and success has inspired thousands online (link below).

Client Praise:

Doug has over 95+ LinkedIn testimonials from CEOs, executives, and thought leaders praising his ability to:

• Ignite teams with energy and purpose.
• Deliver immediate and sustainable performance improvements.
• Create alignment between organisational goals and personal well-being.

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