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 Alice Roberts is a former doctor turned acclaimed speaker and broadcaster. She seamlessly combines her medical background with a captivating presentation style, making complex topics accessible. She has also presented over 100 documentaries, chaired debates, and received prestigious awards for her contributions to science communication.
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.
D D: £5k-£10k Comedy writer, stand-up star and hot new talent on the corporate circuit, Andi Osho is a fresh and exciting awards host and after dinner performer.
D D: £5k-£10k Andrea Leadsom is a British Conservative politician who served in the UK Government for over six years, including as Energy Minister, Leader of the House of Commons, and Business Secretary. She is able to speak about green growth, business and culture change.
D D: £5k-£10k Colourful and outspoken, Ann Widdecombe was most recently the MEP for the South West region, and was formerly the MP for Maidstone from 1987-2010.
E E: £2k-£5k Performance coach, endurance athlete, and motivational speaker, Anna-Marie Watson is well-versed in the art of working at the top of your game. Founder of the consultancy business Reach for More, Anna-Marie lives and breathes this motto herself, advocating peak performance, world-class leadership and intense motivation, she will inspire any audience.
D D: £5k-£10k Former British tennis champion and one of the best known British sports personalities on television today.
E E: £2k-£5k Former MI5 intelligence officer and famed whistleblower, Annie Machon resigned in the 1990s to call out spies’ incompetence and crimes. Now a writer, media pundit, campaigner and keynote speaker, Annie can educate both on the inner workings of the government, and on the wider need for increased openness and accountability in both public and private sectors.
D D: £5k-£10k Ayesha spent 9 years guiding senior party leaders in Government and the Opposition. Now igniting an old flame, she has gone back to her days of stand-up, combining hilarious anecdotal tales with a forceful political message.
C C: £10k-£15k Beth Mead is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the England national team. Beth was a player in the Lioness team at UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where she won the Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament, and Top Assist Provider.
E E: £2k-£5k Bonita Norris holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ascend the summit of Everest and reach the North Pole. Her talks empowers audiences with the determination and belief needed to overcome their personal challenges, akin to conquering their own Everest.
A A: £25k and over Carol Vorderman MBE is a popular British media personality, best known for co-hosting the hit game show Countdown for 26 years. Highly regarded for her razor-sharp mind and mathematical capabilities, she was the first woman to be seen on Channel 4 at the age of twenty-one.
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.
E E: £2k-£5k Charlie Martin is a racing driver aiming to make history as the first ever transgender competitor in the 24hrs of Le Mans.
B B: £15k- £25k Multi-award winning sports presenter, former jockey Clare, can be seen and heard across all the major sporting events although her passion will always be horses.
C C: £10k-£15k Olympic gold winner and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Denise Lewis OBE is a TV pundit and corporate host of the highest calibre.
C C: £10k-£15k Dharshini David, the BBC’s Global Trade Correspondent, is a highly experienced broadcaster and economist. With experience as a Government economist before moving to HSBC Investment Bank as their UK Economist, Dharshini is adept at explaining the complex financial world to the public.
E E: £2k-£5k Emma Bache, a graphologist or handwriting expert, delivers a unique addition to any corporate, team-building or after-dinner event.
A A: £25k and over Emma Hayes led Chelsea to numerous successes, including six Women's Super League titles and five FA Cups, and was honoured with an MBE and OBE for her contributions to football before becoming the US Women's National Team Head Coach in 2024.
C C: £10k-£15k Eniola Aluko is an accomplished footballer, lawyer, media personality and best-selling author.
E E: £2k-£5k The Rt Hon Esther McVey is the Conservative MP for Tatton and was the Minister of State for Housing and Planning.
D D: £5k-£10k Esther Rantzen presented That's Life for 21 years, founded Childline and is one of the best known faces on TV
E E: £2k-£5k Fiona Foster is one of the UKs best loved TV and radio hosts. She is also a glamorous, knowledgeable and consummate awards host.
E E: £2k-£5k Frances Edmonds is one of the best after dinner speakers, conference speakers and facilitators around communication and cooperation.
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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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