Business

Being young and blind has not hindered business lady extraordinaire, Liz Jackson, achieving great success with her company Great Guns Marketing

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

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

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

Robert Senior is UK CEO of the newly formed SSF Group which aims to drive growth and creative excellence across Saatchi & Saatchi and Fallon.

Dan works at Innocent, one of the fastest growing companies in the UK. It involves entrepreneurs, innovation, creativity, marketing & fruit by the bucketload

Founder of Cobra Beer, Karan Bilimoria has won numerous business awards for his outstanding achievements and contribution to industry

An unconventional, dynamic, highly effective speaker and best selling author, Kjell is definitely not your typical conservative business guru in a suit

Frances is Rector of Exeter College, Oxford University. She was former managing editor of the Economist, an author and has chaired conferences worldwide

Aidan Halligan was the former Director of Clinical Governance for the NHS, his keynote speeches on change and service excellence are suitable for any business

Nadine Dereza is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced presenters in the world of business and finance, Nadine is ideal for facilitating any conference

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

CEO of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, Jacqueline Gold is one of Britain's most successful businesswomen and an inspiration to thousands of women.

Gavin has anchored BBC News 24 since 1997. Gavin joined the presenting team of Newsnight in January 2003.

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

Costas Markides is a Professor of Strategic and International Management, he is an excellent keynote speaker on business and strategy and a best selling author

Nouriel Roubini is Professor of Economics at Stern School of Business, New York University. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of Roubini Global Economics LLC.

Renowned for his work at the Dome & EuroDisney, PY heads up the Xscape retail complex and has a wealth of business knowledge to share with all

Marc Koska is a highly motivational and enthusiastic speaker. He has fought ignorance, bureaucracy & vested interest to create a highly successful & dynamic company.

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

A child chess prodigy who started playing as a five year old, Garry Kasparov qualified as an International Chess Master at the age of 16

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

Ian Livingstone is the man behind Lara Croft & Tomb Raider, the former Creative Director of Eidos and a fascinating and inspirational speaker

A specialist on bush survival and successful tribal existance, Quinton uses this as a metaphor for business excellence including teamwork and self-motivation

Founder of Yo Sushi, entrepreneur Simon is a charismatic and motivational speaker and former Dragon on the hit television show Dragons Den

Katie Hopkins – the undisputed star of The Apprentice Series Three – and a true Alpha female, is the only Apprentice ever to say ‘no’ to Sir Alan Sugar

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.

Gerald Ratner talks about his life in a humourous and motivational way and how he picked himself up after 'that' gaffe to run a successful business.

One of the founding members of Ryanair, Kell is much in demand as a keynote speaker on topics such as customer service, communications and innovation.

Combining personal with business experience, Tim delivers both insights and motivation. He changes thinking, which changes behaviour and thus produces results

A dragon on BBC2's Dragon's Den, serial entrepreneur & multi-millionaire Doug Richard inspires & motivates with tales of his success & his vision of the future

Business Consultant, author, commentator, columnist and public speaker, Jeff Grout is the former managing director of the recruitment company, Robert Half

Julia Hailes is a leading opinion former, freelance consultant and keynote speaker on social, environmental and ethical issues

Co-founder of Innocent Drinks, the UK's fastest growing food and drinks company, Richard with his 2 buddies are truly great entrepreneurs

Vice chairman of Merrill Lynch Europe and former Director General of the CBI

David Blunkett in his political life has been in charge of many of the major governmental portfolios. Equally adept at keynote speaking & anecdotal story telling

Juan Senor is one of Europe’s leading business presenters as well as an established independent producer and director and a powerful motivational speaker.

Nick Hewer is Alan Sugar’s right-hand man on The Apprentice. His PR firm represented Amstrad and was responsible for Alan Sugar’s media handling.

Donald Trump is a big, bold thinker who’s known his share of success and failure. He’s been down – but never out.

A serial entreprenuer & successful businesswoman Sháá Wasmund was named by Management Today as one of their most successful Women Under 35.

A former dragon on BBC2's Dragon Den, Richard Farleigh currently a member of the Business Review Weekly Rich 200 List is in great demand as a conference speaker.

'A historian of the future' with a close interest in key strategic challenges facing current and future management up to Horizon 2020

Richard is one of the UK's leading business strategists and authoritative business forecaster of scenarios for this century

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

Coming a long way since winning The Apprentice on television. Tim is a favourite with both Sir Alan and any delegate that has the pleasure of hearing him speak.

Fomer CEO of Burger King, Barry explores 'intuitive' marketing, as well as energising people and achieving a customer relationship beyond satisfaction

Entrepreneur Duncan made his fortune in nursing homes and fitness clubs. He is a star of the hit BBC2 show Dragons' Den

Kanya King MBE is an internationally recognised entrepreneur and innovator in the music industry. Kanya speaks on subjects from entrepreurship to adversity

Phil Spencer hosts, alongside Kirsty Allsop, the hit television series 'Location, Location, Location'. Phil's engaging personality is a hit with any audience

An expert in building and selling profitable businesses, James Caan joined as one of the Dragons in Dragons Den in the fifth series and is an excellent business speaker

Sir Jackie Stewart is an exceptional motivational speaker drawing on his vast experience in the world of motor sports

A leading inventor of our time, Ray Kurzweil has been described as “the restless genius” by the Wall Street Journal, and “the ultimate thinking machine” by Forbes

Mishal Husain is one of the news anchors for BBC World; she specialises in ecomonics and business news and is an accomplished conference facilitator

Star of hit television series, Location, Location, Location alongside Phil Spencer, Kirstie is one of the leading property gurus on television today

Dan Roam is in huge demand as a keynote speaker helping businesses solve complex problems through visual thinking.

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

Paul Sloane is one of the foremost author and speakers on creative problem solving and lateral leadership, ideal for both keynote speeches and after dinner

Adviser and speaker on practical business leadership, marketing and real customer service. He has grown the profits of every business he has run.

Chairman & co-founder of Green & Black's with his wife Jo Fairly, Craig Sams believes passionately in fairtrade and spreading the importance of corporate social responsibility

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

Guy is one of the wittiest and most astute observers of life in Britain today - the David Attenborough of the business jungle - unique & highly amusing!

Presenter of BBC's Working Lunch, Declan Curry is an excellent after dinner or keynote speaker, conference facilitator or awards host

One of the world's top PR & marketing strategists, futurist Lynne has tracked consumer patterns for thirty years predicting lifestyle preferences & directions

Paul Fletcher is a former professional footballer who has achieved great success in business and is a witty and motivational after dinner and conference speaker

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

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

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.

Nick Wheeler is Founder and Managing Director of Charles Tyrwhitt Shirts, the leading mail order clothes company.

Managing Director of JoJo Maman Bébé, Laura Tennison's ethos in business is to build good relationships with both suppliers and staff, and use recycled products and give back to the community wherever possible

Together with Richard Richardson, John turned Harry Ramsden's from a single Fish & Chip shop into a highly successful international brand on a shoestring

Sir Peter Gershon is the former head of the Office of Goverment Commerce. His career has spanned both the private and public sectors.

Frank Furness is a sought after motivational and after dinner speaker. His lively, enthusiastic and humorous style has inspired audiences around the world.

MD of Birmingham City FC, Karren is known as the first woman of football and a charismatic and motivational speaker

An expert on improving business competiveness, Andy Hanselman is in high demand as a speaker at conferences, seminars and ‘in company’ sessions worldwide.

Nigel Barlow is one of the most dynamic business speakers on creativity, change & customer care. He has been described as an alchemy of change for any audience

Rachel is an inspirational role model and excellent business & motivational speaker speaking about the highs and lows of business. Rachel is also a former Dragon

Star of Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares & Hells Kitchens, Michelin starred chef Gordon Ramsay is owner of numerous restaurants including Gordon Ramsay at Claridges

Sir Richard Needham's experience in the business and politics makes him ideally positioned to speak on risk taking, turnarounds and innovation

Ellis Watson was MD of Celador and helped create 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire', now MD of Menzies, Ellis talks on change and spreading inspiration

Liam Halligan is Chief Economist at Prosperity Capital Management - one of the world's leading asset-management firms, with investments worth more than $5bn.

Television and radio presenter on Business, Finance and Sport. A familiar face on BBC2s Working Lunch and the unmistakable voice of Chiles on Saturday

Publisher of the 'What's Next Report on Global Trends' & author of 'Future Files: A History of the Next 50 Years', Richard speeches offer valuable insights and strategies into the future

With wide ranging experience in strategy, organisational change and leadership, Peninah Thomson has particular interest in women's issues and work life balance

Dr Peter Senge's book 'The Fifth Discipline' is one of the seminal books on management theory. Dr Senge lectures extensively throughout the world.

A world-renowned futurologist, technology analyst and commentator on the digital age, Ray Hammond has an interactive and entertaining style of speaking

James , is the founder and Managing Director of Gü Chocolate Puds who has realised his dream of selling soufflés to the French and chocolate to the Belgians.

Former leader of the Conservative Party, the Rt Hon William Hague MP uses his blend of corporate and political experience to engage with the audience

Charles Leadbeater is one of the top management thinkers in the world and advises and speaks to many major corporations about innovation and knowledge

Co-founder & Chief Executive of the amazing Eden Project, Tim Smit has received many awards and accolades for his outstanding achievement

Founder and Managing Director of The Carphone Warehouse Group PLC, Charles Dunstone is a charismatic, motivational and interesting business speaker

Unconventional but brilliantly entertaining business speaker, bringing humour & hilarity to many topics including sales, customer service & people motivation

David Magliano was Director of Marketing for London 2012. David is the only person to have been named UK Marketer of the Year twice

Together with John Barnes, Richard turned Harry Ramsden's from a single Fish & Chip shop into a highly successful international brand on a shoestring

Former Conservative MP and Minister for Transport for London. Ran for London mayor as the Tory candidate in the 2000 and 2004 elections

Well known as CEO of low cost airline 'Go' and for her involvement in the London Olympic 2012 bid, Barbara is an inspirational speaker

Former President & CEO of Scandinavian Airlines, Jan speaks on leadership, leadership development and service management in customer-driven organisations

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

Former MD of GCap & Yahoo UK and Chief Executive of Virgin Radio, Fru Hazlett is an interesting business keynote speaker

John Waite presents one of the longest standing consumer programmes on radio, he is an excellent facilitator and consumer champion

Co-founder of Ben & Jerry's Ice cream empire, Ben is a superb speaker on entrepreneurism, corporate social responsibility & radical business philosophy

One of the most astute and determined businessmen of recent years, Tim is the founder of Waterstone's bookstores and former Chairman of HMV Media Group

Rohit Talwar is an internationally renowned futurist and award winning inspirational speaker. He inspires and educates through 'how to' messages and advice

Kerrie Keeling, founder of A Woman's Touch, draws on her business and entrepreneurial success to deliver motivational and keynote speeches.

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

Top leadership and teamwork expert Humphrey Walters chose the world's toughest yacht race to test his management theories to destruction.

Co-Founder of Coffee Republic is an inspiration to all - Sahar had an idea, gave up her professional job, stopped 'thinking about it' and 'did it'!

British multi-millionairess and dragon, Deborah Meaden launched her own glass and ceramics export company straight out of business college

Co-author of 'Funky Business' and 'Karaoke Capitalism' Jonas combines academic rigor, forceful logic and funky free-thinking - a true work-out for the wits

Sherron Watkins has been lauded by the media for her courageous action of blowing the whistle on the Enron accounting irregularities - now a speaker and author

Responsible for the successful food launch, The Black Farmer® label, Wilfred is a classic entrepreneur with an “anything is possible” attitude.

Patrick Dixon is often described in the media as Europe's leading Futurist and has been ranked as one of the 20 most influential business thinkers alive today.

One of the UK's leading female entrepreneurs, founder & CEO of Ultimo, Michelle Mone is a passionate and engaging speaker

A charismatic and engaging speaker, Michael has made the successful move from politics to TV & journalism, as well as being the UK's favourite single mum!

Jeremy Rifkin talks on the economic, environmental, social and cultural impacts of new technologies introduced into the global economy

Entrepreneur Peter Jones is one of the leading television business celebrities of today

Co-founder of FreshMinds, one of the fastest growing companies in the UK, Caroline Plumb is an inspirational speaker on entrepreneurism

Head of Sustainability at Innocent Drinks, Jessica is in huge demand as a conference speaker, focusing on CSR (corporate social responsibilty).

Former Director of Marketing at Manchester United, Peter Draper is ideally positioned to speak about branding, marketing and customer service

Best-selling author of 2011:Trendspotting and Punk Marketing, Richard Laermer is a futurist & business trendspotter extraordinaire

Director General of the BBC from 2000 to 2004

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

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

Ken has twice held the chief executive office in London's local government. He led the Greater London Council and was London's first Mayor.

Jack Welch as CEO of General Electric for 20 years, grew the organisation from $13 billion to $400 billion. The most influential leader of his era.