Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, spoke at a BetterUp summit in San Francisco alongside the company’s leadership, including the CEO, Alexi Robichaux. Acknowledgment about the summit’s coverage appeared in Daily Mail reports.
During his remarks, the Duke did not miss an opportunity to reflect on Robichaux’s idea to view work as a playground and to foster enthusiasm within the workplace. He shared a personal driver behind his public service—an urge to help others—and remarked that aiding people is what motivates him to rise each day.
Observers noted that his comments in the roughly half-hour discussion were delivered with a steady, calm cadence. The event took place on International Women’s Day, and the discussion extended to the important roles of women in the lives of those present, including the impact of female leadership.
He expressed appreciation for the strong, confident women who have surrounded him throughout his life and voiced support for more women to pursue higher leadership roles. He also commented on reducing male-dominated norms in indoor environments, signaling a preference for inclusive leadership dynamics.
In addition, the Duke spoke about launching products from BetterUp, a coaching-focused startup, and described how he personally engaged with the offering by suggesting his team try the app. He observed firsthand the benefits coaching can bring to individuals and organizations, noting that he has seen outcomes with his own eyes through this practice.
Prince Harry has been associated with BetterUp since 2021, highlighting a continued interest in holistic well-being and professional development that aligns with his broader advocacy for mental health, resilience, and empowerment in the workplace. Ocean of ideas about leadership, empathy, and support systems are woven into his remarks, illustrating a long-standing belief in the value of coaching as a tool for personal and organizational growth. The exchange underscores a broader trend toward integrating coaching services into corporate culture and the personal commitments of public figures who champion wellbeing in modern workplaces. [Source attribution: BetterUp summit coverage]”}