Jonny Combe.
Jonny Combe is President and Global CEO of PayByPhone.
At the forefront of digital payment innovation, Jonny has driven strategic growth and technological advancement across multiple markets throughout his career at PayByPhone. He served as UK CEO from 2018 to 2022, transforming the company's presence in one of its most critical markets, before successfully expanding PayByPhone's corporate portfolio throughout North America and Europe.
Before joining PayByPhone, Jonny held the position of General Manager of Digital and Innovation within the BMW Group, where he pioneered the BMW Innovation Lab. His work at BMW established him as a visionary leader capable of bridging established corporate environments with the agile, disruptive mindset required to thrive in the digital age, making him a sought-after voice on the future of mobility, payments, and digital transformation.
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Anyone who has tried to “go against the grain” in a big corporate organisation knows only too well the feeling of getting nowhere. Drawing on his experience of launching two award-winning innovation programmes of BMW, Jonny shares how he managed to navigate the “corporate immune” system that exists to kill off new ideas which don’t conform to the status quo, along with the learnings of what made both programmes successful.
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Customer expectations seem to increase year on year, meaning that resting on your laurels is never an option. Jonny explains how understanding the customer journey is the key to engaging effectively with your customers, and how to ensure that your organisation’s offering remains competitive in an age when no industry is safe from the threat of digital disruption.
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Drawing on his unique journey from 14 years at BMW to becoming a young Global CEO tasked with scaling a technology business exponentially, Jonny reveals the key ingredients of effective leadership in the digital age, and calls out the "old school" leadership styles that are quietly killing organisational growth.
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frequently asked questions.
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Jonny Combe’s work focuses on disruption and innovation in the corporate market, leadership in large organisations, customer-centric transformation, and how businesses overcome internal resistance to change.
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He is typically engaged for keynote-style sessions within conferences, corporate events, and innovation-focused events.
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Beyond keynote contributions, he can take part in moderated discussions and leadership conversations focused on innovation, culture, and transformation.
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His work is particularly relevant to organisations seeking to or struggling to innovate at scale, modernise leadership approaches, or remain competitive amid digital disruption.
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He most commonly engages with senior leaders, innovation teams, managers, and professional audiences across all sectors.
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His approach is direct, candid, and experience-led, combining real leadership lessons with practical insight into what enables innovation to be embraced and survive inside large organisations.
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He adapts his content to reflect organisational scale, leadership maturity, and industry context, focusing on principles that apply across sectors.
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Jonny Combe's leadership and innovation insights resonate across global corporate environments.
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Pricing for Jonny is influenced by factors such as event location, format, and time commitment. Speaking Office ensures fee consistency across all enquiries, whether via speaker bureaus or direct clients, so that pricing remains aligned and non-competitive across channels. Accurate and up-to-date pricing can be provided once event details are shared, ensuring alignment with both the client’s requirements and Jonny’s long-term positioning.
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Speaking Office aims to respond promptly to all enquiries regarding Jonny, typically within one business day. Response times may vary slightly depending on event complexity and time zone, but all enquiries are handled with care and attention.
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Jonny is available for virtual and hybrid events, as well as in-person engagements, depending on availability and event requirements. Speaking Office can advise on the most appropriate format based on audience, objectives, and technical considerations.
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Advance booking is recommended for Jonny, particularly for peak periods and international events. While shorter lead times can be accommodated, early enquiry allows for greater flexibility and planning.
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