After Dinner Speakers
The after dinner slot is one of the hardest to get right and one of the most rewarding when you do. Your audience has eaten, the formalities are winding down, and attention is at a premium. The right after dinner speaker can hold a room, land a story and leave guests talking about your event long after the evening ends.
If you are looking to book after dinner speakers who can deliver wit, warmth and genuine substance, our after dinner speakers are hand picked for their ability to entertain a professional audience while keeping the tone sharp and appropriate.
They bring experience from business, sport, politics, journalism and public life, combining humour with insight in a way that works across corporate dinners, awards ceremonies, gala events and private occasions.
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D D: £5k-£10k Cassandra Stavrou MBE founded PROPER Snacks in 2011 and grew it into the UK's first B Corp snacks company, pioneering palm oil free and Fairtrade standards whilst building a cult following across 20 countries.
D D: £5k-£10k Chris Boardman is arguably one of Britain’s most successful cyclists with 3 World Hour Records, an Olympic Gold and holder of the prestigious yellow jersey in the Tour De France.
E E: £2k-£5k As an award-winning writer, journalist, presenter and salonnière, Damian Barr’s life is all about stories and creating content: reporting, crafting and sharing them.
E E: £2k-£5k Gerald Ratner talks about his life in a humourous and motivational way and explains how he picked himself up after 'that' gaffe to run a successful business.
A A: £25k and over Helle is the former Prime Minister of Denmark, Former Chief Executive of Save the Children and continues to be member of multiple foreign policy think-tanks. In 2017, she was named as one of the world’s greatest leaders by Fortune magazine.
E E: £2k-£5k Co-founder of Green & Black's, the pioneering organic chocolate company, Jo Fairley is a highly sought-after speaker on entrepreneurism, CSR and branding.
E E: £2k-£5k Rugby World Cup winner; Dancing on Ice star, and entrepreneur, Kyran Bracken is one of the UK’s most insightful and engaging after dinner entertainers.
C C: £10k-£15k From Rastafarian musician to inspirational business success story, Levi Roots and his Reggae Reggae sauce have scaled unimaginable heights since their appearance on Dragon’s Den.
C C: £10k-£15k Lindsay Herbert is an author, IBM Chief Innovation Officer, and inventor, widely recognised for leading large-scale digital transformations and empowering global leaders to innovate successfully.
D D: £5k-£10k One of the world's top PR & marketing strategists, futurist Lynne Franks has tracked consumer patterns for thirty years predicting lifestyle preferences & directions.
E E: £2k-£5k Matt Prior was the lynchpin of the England cricket team that was ranked No.1 in the world and has moved seamlessly into business by launching the ONE Pro Cycling team
B B: £15k- £25k Michael Sheldrick currently works as Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer for Global Citizen. Michael has worked on campaigns globally with artists such as Beyoncé, Coldplay, Idris and Sabrina Elba, along with countless world leaders.
D D: £5k-£10k Formerly Alan Sugar's right-hand man on the BBC's The Apprentice, now a presenter in his own right. Nick's wonderfully dry humour and lifetime of business experience make him an accomplished speaker.
POA POA: Contact Us Sara Davies MBE, founder of Crafter’s Companion, is a celebrated entrepreneur known for her innovative craft products, global business success, and roles on television, including BBC's Dragons’ Den and Strictly Come Dancing.
C C: £10k-£15k Sharmadean Reid MBE, founder of Beautystack and WAH Nails, uses technology and innovation to empower women in the beauty industry, while driving cultural and economic change.
E E: £2k-£5k Steve Parry is a businessman and entrepreneur who has taught thousands of underprivileged kids to swim! He is also a TV and radio presenter, and an athlete who has lived the Olympic dream.
A A: £25k and over 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, and was well known as a 'Dragon and BBC's Dragon's Den for over 8 years.
E E: £2k-£5k Responsible for the successful food launch, The Black Farmer® label, Wilfred is a classic entrepreneur with an “anything is possible” attitude.
E E: £2k-£5k Will is the founder of Mission in Action, a strategy consultancy that helps its clients engage and mobilize employees and customers through the power of shared mission/purpose. His breadth of experience, from digital start-ups to major multinationals, allows him to educate audiences on how to grow their organisations by doing good.
A A: £25k and over Entrepreneur, doctor and rapper ‘ZDoggMD’ Zubin Damania wants to shake up healthcare with ideas as bold and personable as his satirical videos.
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Advice & FAQs about After Dinner 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 after dinner 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 after dinner, speakers bring a touch of charm, wit and storytelling to the evening. They don’t just speak - they entertain, connect and leave audiences smiling. Expect fascinating anecdotes, sharp humour and insights that resonate, all delivered in a relaxed and engaging way. It’s the ideal way to end your event on a high note.
Definitely. Our after dinner speakers instinctively read a room - they’ll adapt tone, pacing and subject matter to suit your guests. Whether it’s a corporate gala, an awards night or an intimate dinner, they’ll make it feel perfectly pitched and personal.
These speakers shine at gala dinners, conferences, client events and charity evenings - anywhere that calls for a memorable close to the night. They set the tone for connection, laughter and reflection, ensuring guests leave uplifted and inspired.
We represent a fantastic mix of after dinner speakers - from celebrated broadcasters and explorers to sporting legends and industry icons. Each brings their own blend of humour, storytelling and insight to create a memorable evening for your guests. You can discover some of our most popular and engaging personalities in our blog here, Our Top Popular After Dinner Speakers.
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