Overview
David MacLeod, OBE, is a co-founder of Engage for Success, the UK movement dedicated to inspiring people and workplaces to thrive through better employee engagement. Alongside co-founder Nita Clarke, OBE, he helps organizations put engagement principles at the heart of people strategy.
Engage for Success publishes research, surveys, radio/podcast content, and practical enablers so leaders can act on evidence—not slogans—about what makes workplaces work.
What they teach
Engage for Success centers on:
- What employee engagement is and why it matters
- Evidence and the Four Enablers of engagement
- Practical resources for leaders building thriving workplaces
- Ongoing survey insights, blogs, and radio conversations
The pledge wall and research outputs encourage organizations to publicly commit to engagement principles and learn from peers.
Who it's for
- UK HR and people leaders
- Executives accountable for culture and performance
- Organizations wanting evidence-based engagement practice
- Practitioners following Engage for Success research and media
Frequently asked
Is Engage for Success a consultancy?
It operates as a movement/resource hub for employee engagement, with research, media, and community commitments.
Who are the co-founders?
Official materials name Nita Clarke, OBE and David MacLeod, OBE as co-founders.
Where should I start?
Review the Four Enablers and the latest engagement survey report, then explore pledge and resource pages.
Corporate or public sector?
Content addresses workplaces broadly—any organization putting people strategy at the center.