Economics & Business Turnaround

Please find a snapshot of ideas for keynote and conference speakers on the topic of business change, turnaround and the economy. These speakers are fantastic for corporate events, conferences and strategy away days. If the speaker you have in mind is not listed please call or email us for more ideas.



Rene Carayol - Conference and keynote speaker, business

One of the world’s leading speakers on e-business, leadership and people management skills, René runs workshops on vision, strategy and delivery.

Nigel Lawson - conference, keynote speaker, politics, finance, economics

Former Chancellor of the Exchequer and internationally esteemed authority on economic policy and the impact of climate, Nigel Lawson is a highly regarded conference keynote and after dinner speaker

Stephanie Flanders, speaker, facilitator, economics, finance

Conference facilitator and keynote speaker on global and domestic economic issues, Stephanie Flanders replaced Evan Davis as the BBC's Economics Editor in Spring 2008.

Howard Davies - keynote speaker, economics, finance

Director of the London School of Economics and Political Science and former Deputy Governor of the Bank of England

Anatole Kaletsky - Conference facilitator and keynote speaker

Anatole Kaletsky is Principal Economic Commentator and Associate Editor of The Times, he writes a bi-weekly column on economics, politics and financial markets.

Theo Paphitis - Awards host, conference and keynote speaker

Born in Limassol, Cyprus, Theo came to England with his parents when he was six years old. He has built his reputation on turning around failing businesses.

Hamish Taylor - Conference and keynote speaker, business

The "master thief" based on transferring ideas and innovations between sectors, Hamish Taylor has led a fast track career through various high profile roles

Lucy Marcus - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Bringing a 360 degree perspective, Lucy has worked in the old and new economies of software, the internet, government and industry

Marcus Buckingham - Conference faciliator and keynote speaker, business

Author, consultant & motivational speaker, Marcus Buckingahm believes that inspiring people to find their strengths is the key to personal & organisational success

Niall Ferguson Thumbnail - Economic and political keynote and conference speaker

Niall Ferguson is one of the world's leading historians of the global economy. An accomplished speaker, he speaks with scintillating wit and analytical clarity.

Xavier Sala-i-Martin Thumbnail - Global Economics and Business Keynote speaker - Latin America

Professor of Economics & cconomic advisor, Xavier Sala-i-Martin is an international conference speaker on globalisation, economics & finance

Ricardo Amorim Thumbnail - Economics and Globilization keynote and conference speaker

An expert in global economy and investments, Ricardo Amorim is a charismatic international keynote speaker able to explain complex issues in easy soundbites

Ian Goldin - economist and keynote speaker

Director of Oxford's James Martin 21st Century School, & former VP of the World Bank, Dr Ian Goldin speaks on future trends in technology, science, climate, demography, trade and finance

Robin Sieger - After dinner, keynote and conference speaker, business

Former BBC Head of Light Entertainment & author of 'Natural Born Winners', Robin is a powerfully motivating and humorous speaker

Hamish McRae - Conference and keynote speaker, business

An economics journalist and associate editor for the Independent, Hamish is a renowned speaker on the world's economy and the future.

Joseph Stiglitz Thumbnail - Economics keynote Speaker

Former SVP & Chief Economist of the World Bank, Joseph Stiglitz offers an overview of the global economy in his keynote speeches

Jeff Randall - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Jeff Randall was appointed Editor-At-Large of the Daily Telegraph in November 2005, after nearly five years as the BBC's Business Editor.

Adit Jain Thumbnail - business and emerging markets keynote speaker

An expert on emerging markets and India in particular, Adit Jain is an adviser to multinationals and is a highly regarded international keynote speaker

Linda Yueh - economist and global economics keynote speaker - a specialist on Globalisation and economic growth in China

World-renowned economist, commentator and keynote speaker on global economic and business issues, in particular the impact of China and the emerging markets.

Michael Bergdahl - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Michael Bergdahl is a professional international business speaker, author and turnaround specialist. Michael worked directly with founder of Wal-Mart Sam Walton

Moises Naim Thumbnail - Keynote Politics, Economics and Globilization speaker

Editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, Moisés Naím has written extensively on international politics & economics & the consequences of globalization

Noreena Hertz - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Noreena Hertz is an engaging and passionate speaker who builds a compelling case for a new kind of business environment

Ana Palacio - keynote and conference economic and international speaker

Ana Palacios is the ex Vice-President of the World Bank. She is an advocate of sustainable, inclusive development and an excellent keynote economics speaker

Digby Jones - Conference and keynote speaker, leadership

Former Director General of the CBI, Digby Jones has vast experience of business and finance is in ideally suited for a keynote speech at any conference

Robert Peston - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Robert Peston BBC's award winning Business Editor is a fantastic conference and after dinner speaker.

Rodrigo Rato - Economic and Political keynote and conference speaker

Rodrigo Rato is an experienced political and economic keynote speaker as a former managing director of the International Monetary Fund and Minister of Economy in Spain

Sir Gerry Robinson - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Business Leader, Sir Gerry Robinson fronted BBC's 'Can Gerry Robinson fix the NHS' and 'I'll show them whose boss'

Will Hutton - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Will Hutton is chief executive of The Work Foundation. Will is enormously respected for his ideas on current European and global economic issues.

Luke Johnson - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Luke Johnson grew Pizza Express from 12 restaurants to over 250. He then started Signature, which owned The Ivy and Le Caprice, as well as the Belgo chain.

Douglas McWillliams - conference keynote speaker, economics & business turnaround

CEO of the Centre for Economics and Business Research, Douglas McWilliams is one of Europe's top economists and is much in demand by the media and corporate speaking circuit

Andrew Miller - keynote speaker, politics, economics

Political editor and Bagehot columnist at The Economist, Andrew Miller draws on his experiences of the political and economic landscape both home and abroad for his keynote or after dinner speeches

Norman Lamont - keynote speaker, economy, finance

In the current economic climate, the former Chancellor, Lord Norman Lamont is an excellent speaker and much in demand on the corporate speaking circuit

Gareth Jones - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Gareth Jones is a leading thinker in the business areas of organisational design, culture, leadership and change. A fascinating and challenging keynote speaker

Michael Wilson - keynote conference speaker, finance & economics

Television's longest serving business and economics editor, Michael Wilson has anchored nearly all Sky’s coverage major business and financial news

Archie Norman - Conference and keynote speaker, leadership

From business to politics, Asda Chairman to Chief Executive of the Conservative Party, Archie delivers speeches on leadership, change and customer service

Pankaj Ghemawat Thumbnail - Economics, Innovation and Globalisation Keynote Speaker

Pankaj Ghemawat is one of those people who combine academic knowledge with business acumen. Professor at the Harvard Business School for 25 years, he is a enlightening keynote speaker

Rowan Gibson - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Global business strategist, bestselling author & conference speaker, Rowan Gibson helps organisations to 'rethink' strategy, innovation, branding and culture.

Philip Stephens Thumbnail - Journalist, facilitator, conference and keynote speaker

Political & economic commentator, Philip Stephens is Financial Times Associate Editor & twice-weekly columnist, an author & conference speaker

Vince Cable Thumbnail  - Politics, current affairs and economics keynote speaker

MP for Twickenham since 1997 & Lib Dem Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequor, Vince Cable is a voice often heard in the media and is an excellent keynote speaker

Stephane Garelli - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Stephane Garelli is an internationally reknown keynote speaker on economics and business matters. He is Director of World Competitiveness Yearbook & Professor at IMD

Jose Antonio Ocampo Thumbnail - Keynote Economic Globilisation and Latin America Speaker

Prof Jose Antonio Ocampo is an expert on macroeconomic theory & policy, international financial & trade issues & Colombian & Latin American economic history.

Augusto Lopez Claros Thumbnail - Keynote Economic and Competiveness Speaker

Former Chief Economist & Director of the Global Competitiveness Program at the World Economic Forum, Augusto Lopez-Claros in an internationally renowned speaker

Roger Flynn - keynote speaker, business, change, innovation, leadership, customer service

Former CEO/Director of Virgin, BBC, British Airways & Prudential, Roger Flynn offers speeches based on experience & knowledge about change, leadership, innovationn & customer satisfaction

Roger Bootle - keynote speaker, finance, economics, business turnaround

Roger Bootle's expertise and knowledge of the economic landscape, makes him a highly sought after keynote speaker.

Allan Leighton - keynote speaker, business, leadership

Involved at board level with so many organisations, that 'Going Plural' are Royal Mail Chairman Allan Leighton's buzz words

Robert Ward Main - keynote economics and international speaker, specialist on Asia and global forescasting

Director of global forecasting at the Economist Intelligence Unit, Robert Ward is a leading Asia specialist having previously experience of Japan & the Koreas

David Blanchflower - keynote and conference economics and business speaker

Economics speaker, David Blanchflower was named Business Person of the year in 2008 and was a member of the MPC at the Bank of England from 2006-2009

Matt Kingdon, ?What If! - keynote conference speaker, innovation, creativity

Co-author of Sticky Wisdom and What If! How to Start a Creative Revolution at Work, Matt Kingdon is one of the most respected speakers on innovation and creativity

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Sir Gerry Robinson - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Business Leader, Sir Gerry Robinson fronted BBC's 'Can Gerry Robinson fix the NHS' and 'I'll show them whose boss'

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