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Amy Stephenson
People & Culture Transformation
Amy Stephenson is the Founder of Human. Launched in January 2013, Human is a people and culture consultancy that partners with business leaders and HR professionals to create thriving workplaces. With over two decades of experience in talent, leadership, and organisational development, Amy has supported hundreds of business owners and senior teams to navigate complex people challenges and build cultures that drive performance, engagement, and growth.
Her career spans in-house and consultancy roles, giving her a well-rounded view of what it takes to create great jobs and high-performing teams in fast-paced, ambitious environments. She brings a direct, practical approach that cuts through complexity and focuses on what really works, helping leaders unlock the full potential of their people.
In 2020, Amy launched the Human CEO podcast, where she interviews founders and business leaders about the realities of leading a business and building strong, values-led cultures. The podcast has since grown into a platform for real, honest conversations that inspire and challenge listeners across sectors.
Amy is also the driving force behind initiatives like the Human CEO CultureAlly and Career Lab, which provide practical support, resources, and coaching for leaders and professionals at all stages of their journey. Her work is grounded in the belief that businesses thrive when their people do; and that culture isn’t an HR function, it’s a leadership responsibility.
Whether working with scale-ups, established organisations, or startups finding their feet, Amy and her team bring energy, insight, and a deep commitment to making work better for everyone.
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Helping Businesses Grow Without Losing Their Soul – Interview with Amy Stephenson
Amy Stephenson is an experienced people and culture strategist, having worked with hundreds of business leaders across the UK to tackle real-world workplace challenges. She is the Founder of Human, a consultancy that partners with forward-thinking organisations...



CREA Global Awards presented to
Amy Stephenson
People & Culture Transformation
The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects.

Caroline Winkvist
Editor-In-Chief
Daniel Ålund
Selection Committee



Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to
Amy Stephenson
People & Culture Transformation
Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others.
Caroline Winkvist
Editor-In-Chief

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Selection Committee

