Finance and Economic Speakers available for corporate events

Ricardo Amorim

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

Giles Andrews

Entrepreneur & co-founder of the online Social Lending company Zopa, Giles Andrews speaks on many business topics including branding, leadership & customer service

Tanya Beckett

Tanya Beckett is a business & news presenter for the BBC. A former Investment banker, Tanya is an expert in the world of finance and business

David Bermingham

David Bermingham is an author and accomplished speaker. Ex soldier and former banker who became embroiled in the infamous Enron scandal, his engaging story resonates with corporate audiences.

Jasmine Birtles

Jasmine manages to mix finance and comedy "a kind of laughing stockbroker!"

David Blanchflower

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

Political thinker, Anglican theologian, and director of think tank ResPublica, Phillip Blond is a keynote speaker and the architect of 'Red Toryism', which has made him one of the Conservative leader's inner circle.

Jonty Bloom

BBC correspondent Jonty Bloom is an experienced conference facilitator and keynote speaker on business, economics and current affairs.

Roger Bootle

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

Vince Cable

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

Frances Cairncross

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

Giles Chance

Giles Chance is a leading expert on Chinese business, and an adept and experienced keynote speaker on business and finance, emerging markets and economics.

Ken Clarke

Former Chancellor of The Exchequer, Ken is the Conservative MP for Rushcliffe. He speaks on life and politics today and how he sees the world changing

Sara Coburn

Sara Coburn is a freelance broadcaster who works with the BBC on a variety of business programmes and is a highly skilled conference facilitator and host

Steven Cochrane

Steven Cochrane, economics speaker, is managing director of Moody’s Analytics, and an international expert on regional, industry and international trends.

Declan Curry

A regular presenter for BBC's money programmes, Declan Curry is an excellent after dinner or keynote speaker, conference facilitator and awards host

Howard Davies

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

Nadine Dereza

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

Gavin Esler

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

Niall Ferguson

Niall Ferguson is one of the world's leading historians of the global economy.

Stephanie Flanders

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.

Guy Fraser Sampson

Guy Fraser Sampson has spent 25 years working in the investment and private equity business, and is an insightful and resourceful business speaker and facilitator.

Pankaj Ghemawat

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

Gemma Godfrey

Gemma Godfrey, Head of Investment Strategy at Brooks Macdonald, TV Broadcaster, Board Director & Quantum Physicist, is an insightful and intelligent facilitator and keynote speaker on finance, smart investing and women in business.

Ian Goldin

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

Felipe Gonzalez

The longest standing Spanish President is a sought after keynote speaker. His experiences of the politics & economics for Spain & Europe provides insights for all.

Peter Hahn

An expert on corporate finance and governance issues, Peter Hahn is an exceptional keynote speaker on banking and finance having spent 20+ years in the city

Liam Halligan

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

Tim Harford

Tim Harford writes a column in the Financial Times, and presents BBC’s Trust Me I'm An Economist. He is a charismatic keynote speaker, and spoke at TED Global

Mike Harris

Founder & former CEO of First Direct & Egg, Mike Harris offers customised keynote speeches on entrepreneurism, technology, innovation and customer service

Noreena Hertz

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

Anthony Hilton

Anthony Hilton the Author, Broadcaster, Journalist and Lecturer joined Fleet Street in 1968. He is now Financial Editor of the Evening Standard.

Katie Hopkins

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

Nicola Horlick

Nicola Horlick is The City's best known, high-flying woman. She an inspirational, charismatic and sought after keynote speaker.

Michael Howard

A talented after dinner and keynote speaker, Michael Howard speaks about his experiences in politics, as well as law, transatlantic relations and economics.

Will Hutton

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

Simon Jack

Simon Jack is a financial journalist and broadcaster, who has recently taken up the post of Business and Economics Presenter on Radio 4's Today Programme. He is an experienced an adept awards host and keynote speaker.

Adit Jain

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

Jason Jennings

Jason Jennings is a researcher and one of the most successful and prolific business and leadership authors in the world

Jo Johnson

Jo Johnson MP is a Contributing Editor to the Financial Times and is in demand as a keynote speaker and commentator on the UK and global economy.

DeAnne Julius

DeAnne Julius CBE is Chairman of Chatham House and a keynote speaker on finance and economics.

Michio Kaku

Professor of Theoretical Physics and author of 'Hyperspace' and 'Visions', Dr Kaku explains his predictions for science & the impact on business and society.

Anatole Kaletsky

Anatole Kaletsky is former Economics Editor, and former Editor-at-Large of The Times and writes on economics, politics and financial markets. He currently writes for Reuters and the International Herald Tribune.

Oliver Kamm

Chief Economics leader writer and columnist for The Times, Oliver Kamm is a passionate and engaging speaker.

Philip Kotler

Award winning marketing expert & author, Philip Kotler travels around the world as a conference speaker on best economic and marketing principles

Norman Lamont

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

Nigel Lawson

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

Nick Leeson

The rogue trader whose unchecked risk-taking caused the biggest financial scandal of the twentieth century as it bought down Barings Bank

Paul Lewis

An award winning freelance journalist, Paul takes the world of finance and makes it accessible to all. Paul is also an accomplished facilitator for conferences

Juan Licari

Director at Moody's Analytics and head of the Credit Analytics team for EMEA, Juan Licari is an articulate and engaging speaker in English and Spanish

Rachel Lomax

Former Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, Rachel Lomax delivers keynote speeches on topics including the current economic climate & monetary position

Augusto Lopez-Claros

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

Lucy P. Marcus

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

Graeme Maxton

Graeme Maxton is an author, events moderator and presenter.

Daisy McAndrew

Political broadcaster, conference speaker & facilitator, Daisy McAndrew is Economics Editor of ITV News and their most senior female reporter.

Hamish McRae

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

Douglas McWilliams

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

Dambisa Moyo

Dambisa Moyo is a keynote speaker and an international economist who analyses macroeconomies and global affairs.

Moises Naim

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

Andrew Neil

Publisher, writer, business consultant, TV presenter, conference facilitator & high profile speaker covering business topics, current affairs & politics

Jose Antonio Ocampo

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

Rupert Pennant-Rea

Rupert Pennant-Rea has had a varied career as economist, journalist, central banker and businessman. He is a knowledgebale and impressive keynote speaker.

Sarah Pennells

Financial journalist and broadcaster, Sarah Pennells has a knack of explaining complex issues in an engaging and accessible way.

Robert Peston

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

Michael Portillo

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!

Jonathan Powell

Jonathan Powell was Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Tony Blair from 1997 to 2007. He was responsible for co-ordinating all work in No.10.

Jeff Randall

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

Rodrigo Rato

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

Damian Reece

Damian is Head of Business for the Telegraph Media Group and is responsible for the company's business and financial coverage.

Jeremy Rifkin

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

Jeffrey Robinson

A native New Yorker who lived in Europe for over 30 years, author of The Laundryman, Jeffrey Robinson is much in demand as a speaker on both sides of the Atlantic

Nouriel Roubini

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.

Xavier Sala-i-Martin

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

Andrew Scott

Professor Andrew Scott is an award winning Chair of Economics at London Business School, he has spoken around the world including the World Economic Forum

Peter Senge

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

Juan Senor

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

Philip Stephens

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

Nicholas Stern

Lord Nicholas Stern made headline news around the world and became an instant household name when he published his critically acclaimed and long awaited 700 page ground breaking ‘Stern Review’ into the economic impact of climate change.

Joseph Stiglitz

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

Jonathan Tepper

Jonathan Tepper is an Economist and Founder of Variant Perception, a global macroeconomic trading and research group which provides a unique view on financial markets.

Adair Turner

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

Dennis Turner

Chief economist at HSBC, Dennis heads a team advising bankers on economic trends. He is also a fantastic and witty speaker in huge demand for corporate events.

Robert Ward

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

Sherron Watkins

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

Michael Wilson

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

Linda Yueh

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

Mark Zandi

Mark Zandi is chief economist of Moody's Analytics, where he directs research and consulting. Moody's is the leading provider of economic research, data and analytical tools.

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