Keynote Speakers
The keynote sets the tone for everything that follows. It is the session your audience will remember, the moment that frames the themes of your event and the performance that people talk about afterwards. Getting it right matters.
If you are looking to hire a keynote speaker who can deliver that impact, our keynote speakers are hand picked for their ability to captivate an audience, deliver a clear message and leave a lasting impression. From business leaders and innovators to scientists, athletes and cultural figures, our keynote speakers for hire bring credibility, presence and insight that can elevate any conference, summit or corporate event.
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E E: £2k-£5k Abadesi Osunsade is the Founder and CEO of Hustle Crew, VP of global community and belonging at Brandwatch, Co-Host of the Techish podcast (Top 20 Tech podcast on Apple Podcasts) and is also an esteemed author. Drawing from her own experiences in the workplace, Abadesi is on a mission to help businesses, especially in the tech industry, become more inclusive.
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E E: £2k-£5k Professor Adrian Furnham, one of HR Magazine’s 20 Most Influential People in HR, is renowned internationally as one of the most productive psychologists in the world.
D D: £5k-£10k Inspirational keynote speaker, unlocking the hidden potential in people.
E E: £2k-£5k An accomplished retail and commercial banker, Alan Hughes draws on his roles working for several key corporations to deliver insightful keynote speeches.
D D: £5k-£10k Alan took on the challenge of turning around the once regarded ‘sleeping giant’ Selfridges, and as a result achieved the official title of Best Department Store in the World.
B B: £15k- £25k As an expert in business development, innovation and head of Google Shopping commercialisation strategy, Adolfo knows what it takes to build a successful business in the age of immediacy. As consumer habits have shifted, Adolfo specialises in adapting to this unprecedented speed and efficiency, and has delivered hundreds of transformative keynote speeches around the world.
C C: £10k-£15k Alicia Asín is the CEO and co-founder of Libelium an open source sensor hardware platform for the Internet of Things (IoT). Award-winning innovation expert, Alicia provides great insight on data mining, particularly addressing the big questions surrounding Big Data and the relevance of security and privacy in the new IoT era.
D D: £5k-£10k Former President and CEO of Wal-Mart Europe, and current Chairman of Co-Op, Allan Leighton has an impressive CV including brands such as Mars, Royal Mail, BSkyB and Leeds United.
C C: £10k-£15k Amy Brann, founder of Synaptic Potential, is a neuroscience expert who helps organisations unlock their people's potential through science-based, actionable frameworks, working with global brands like Tesco and EY to enhance performance and leadership.
C C: £10k-£15k Anders Indset is a leading Business Philosopher who helps business leaders cope with change by bridging the philosophy of the past with the technology and science of tomorrow.
POA POA: Contact Us Andrew McAfee is an MIT researcher and leading voice on digital transformation, helping organisations navigate the impact of AI, automation and emerging technologies on business and work.
E E: £2k-£5k Passionate about exemplary customer service, Andrew McMillan creates an unwavering connection with every audience he addresses as an engaging after dinner and keynote speaker.
B B: £15k- £25k From business to politics, Asda Chairman to Chief Executive of the Conservative Party, Archie delivers speeches on leadership, change and customer service.
C C: £10k-£15k Aric is a futurologist, social and technology strategist and esteemed keynote speaker. With a long and impressive career advising executives and policymakers on strategy and innovation, Aric is an expert on mobility, logistics, the future of urban structures and AI.
E E: £2k-£5k Ayo Sokale is a pioneering Chartered Civil Engineer, presenter, entrepreneur, and advocate for sustainability and self-development, inspiring change through engineering, tech innovation, and coaching.
A A: £25k and over Azeem Azhar is a leading analyst of exponential technologies, helping organisations understand and navigate the transformative impact of AI, innovation and rapid technological change.
D D: £5k-£10k Belinda Parmar OBE is the founder and CEO of The Empathy Business, an award-winning consultancy transforming how organisations lead, communicate, and collaborate. A global authority on empathy in business, Belinda helps leaders turn emotional intelligence into measurable impact, strengthening teams, improving communication, and creating cultures where people thrive.
D D: £5k-£10k Benjamin Mee - the man who bought a zoo - with brains, bravery and downright madness. Hit blockbuster movie ‘We bought a Zoo’ is all down to his inspirational story.
POA POA: Contact Us Bozoma “Boz” Saint John has earned a formidable reputation as a trailblazing brand and marketing executive and genuine change-agent who is the current Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix.
D D: £5k-£10k Bruce Daisley is a best-selling author of 2019 “The Joy of Work”, which was the Sunday Times number one business bestseller, his follow up book, “Eat Sleep, Work Repeat”, is a compelling manifesto for an era overwhelmed with work pressures.
D D: £5k-£10k Caleb Storkey is a serial entrepreneur and international speaker who delivers passionate and dynamic presentations to create meaningful change and transformation for businesses.
E E: £2k-£5k An engaging keynote speaker, Chris Brindley brings strategic business thinking to life with real examples and refreshing dynamism.
E E: £2k-£5k Chris Grant OBE brings unparalleled expertise in organisational transformation, having served as CEO of Sported, chaired the landmark Chip & PIN introduction, and coached elite Olympic and Paralympic coaches.
D D: £5k-£10k Chris Hirst is a distinguished executive and bestselling author. He is celebrated for his global business transformations, exemplified by his leadership at Havas Creative Group, where he drove remarkable growth and advocated for sustainability and diversity.
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Advice & FAQs about Keynote Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect keynote speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Our keynote speakers set the tone. They bring expertise, clarity and energy - sparking ideas, shifting mindsets and aligning audiences around a shared vision. Expect thought leadership grounded in real experience, delivered with confidence and authenticity.
Absolutely. Our keynote speakers are storytellers and strategists. They’ll take time to understand your business goals and tailor their content to align with your theme or objectives, making every message relevant and actionable.
Keynote speakers are essential for conferences, leadership meetings and company-wide gatherings where you want to inspire, unite or drive momentum. Whether opening or closing an event, a strong keynote sets the emotional and intellectual tone for everything that follows.
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