Trevor Hoyle with Dr. Tracey Worth, UWL Logistics Lecturer, standing inside the entrance of UWL's Ealing site.
Trevor Hoyle with Dr. Tracey Worth, UWL Logistics Lecturer, standing inside the entrance of UWL's Ealing site.

Trevor Hoyle, former SVP of FedEx, delivered an inspirational keynote to UWL’s Express Delivery Manager degree apprentices

Key Takeaways:

Trevor Hoyle shared his journey, from his schooling in Kent and early aspirations in motor engineering to his unexpected entry into FedEx, characterised by early morning starts and hands-on management. He emphasised the importance of a moral compass in leadership, likening the role to that of an orchestra conductor, striving for a unified performance.

During his career at FedEx, Trevor managed over twenty thousand team members, stressing the importance of authenticity, empathy, and building trust within a team. He encouraged students to find their own leadership style, based on their beliefs and values.

Main body

Trevor Hoyle delivering a keynote speech to students at UWL with a presentation projected behind him.
Key takeaways
  • Relatability: "get people to relate to you." 
  • Integrity: "speak truth to power."
  • Focus and belief: "have a plan, be focused, and trust in your beliefs." 
Career insights
  • "Be reflective and surround yourself with critical friends."
  • "Functional matrix structures benefit strategy but may slow down progress speed."
  • "Make the structure fit but be prepared to change it if needed to align with the business plan."

Trevor also spoke on the evolving challenges of leadership, emphasising sustainability, AI, and robotics as significant factors shaping the future of the logistics sector. He urged students to continually read and learn, citing the importance of keeping up with current trends and innovations. His message was clear: leadership is about authenticity, continuous learning, and the ability to adapt and inspire others.

Words of wisdom
  • "A goal without a plan is just a dream."
  • "Change + attitude = opportunity."

Trevor's speech was well-received, leaving a lasting impression on the students, who are the future leaders in express logistics.

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Larger employer partners who have multiple employees studying with us include:

  • Fedex Express
  • Whistl UK Limited
  • Hermes Parcelnet Ltd (Trading name Evri)

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