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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E E: £2k-£5k Alice Temperley MBE founded her eponymous label Temperley London in 2000, a year after graduating from the Royal College of Art. Alice continues to head up the creative direction of this British independent brand, now in its twentieth year of business.
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.
D D: £5k-£10k Professor Jamie Anderson - one of the world's top 25 management thinkers, and an adept after dinner and keynote speaker on business and management issues.
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.
A A: £25k and over A powerhouse who revolutionized Cosmopolitan, one of the best-known women’s brands, The New York Times has called Joanna Coles “one of the most powerful people in media.”
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.
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 Author & former editor of The Spectator, Matthew D'Ancona is an engaging and passionate speaker on politics & current affairs, Britishness and the digital age.
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.
POA POA: Contact Us Nine-time Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, rapper, entrepreneur, philanthropist and AI innovator and futurist, Will.i.Am is a household name with big impact.
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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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