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Fearne Cotton Biography
Fearne Cotton is one of the most successful presenters on British television who has now found fame across the pond. On the corporate scene, Fearne is an excellent awards host.
Children’s Presenter
Fearne began her presenting career on The Disney Club when she was 16 and within a few years of learning her craft on other children’s programmes including Smile and The Saturday Show on CBBC, she moved over to mainstream TV and radio broadcasting.
Mainstream Television Presenter
Fearne became noticed by a wider public when she presented Top of the Pops with Reggie Yates and she was one of the last regular presenters for the show which ended in July 2006. She has since presented numerous other high profile programmes including Love Island, which she co-hosted with Patrick Kielty and was the main presenter on ITV2’s Xtra Factor before leaving our shores for the United States and passing the role over to her friend Holly Willoughby. Fearne has also presented parts of the Eurovision Song Contest, many telethons including Live 8 in Hyde Park, Comic Relief and Children in Need alongside the likes of Terry Wogan, Natasha Kaplinsky, Jonathan Ross and Lenny Henry.
Comic Relief
In 2009, Fearne did a 5-day climb of Mount Kilimanjaro, alongside Ben Shephard, Gary Barlow, Alesha Dixon, Ronan Keating, Denise Van Outen and Chris Moyles, Cheryl Cole and Kimberley Walsh for Comic Relief. She was in the first group to reach the summit and helped raise £3.3m.
Radio Presenter
Fearne Cotton and Reggie Yates presented BBC Radio 1's Chart Show and Fearne then became the first ever permanent female presenter of a BBC radio chart show.
USA
In 2008, Fearne moved to the USA to host The Guinness Book of Records - Live. She later co-hosted the NBC reality show Last Comic Standing.
2009 was an exciting year for Fearne, fulfilling two lifelong ambitions. Firstly, designing and endorsing her own ‘Fearne Cotton’ fashion range for Very (which can be viewed at ‘very.co.uk’), and in September taking the reins from Jo Whiley to present the popular Radio 1 weekday 10am-12.45pm slot. In October, ITV2 launched Fearne’s own interview show called Fearne And..., where she interviewed popular personalities including Paris Hilton and Peaches Geldof. With more prime time UK projects planned, a burgeoning US career and presenting a second series of Celebrity Juice this year is looking to be a very busy year for this talented young lady.
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Fearne Cotton News
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Acts Confirmed for Radio 1âs Big Weekend
10th May 2013
The acts have been confirmed for this yearâs Radio 1 Big Weekend, the annual festival takes place from the 24th-26th of May, there will be performances from some of the worldâs most famous artists and a host of new artists.
Hayley Turner Wins Glamour Award
31st May 2012
Female jockey Hayley Turner came out top in the Sporting Achievement category at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards, presented by Graham Norton.
Britainâs Top Comics Unite for Red Nose Day 2011
18th March 2011
Britainâs Best Comic talent will gather together to regale the nation with side-splitting skits and rollicking satire â and all for a good cause.
Christine Bleakley waterskis the English Channel
12th March 2010
Christine Bleakley was in tears this morning as she completed her daunting bid to waterski across the world's busiest shipping lane. Despite falling eight times into the 4C freezing sea, she made it across 22 miles of choppy ocean in just one hour 40 minutes. Setting off for the French coast at 7.46am, The One Show presenter was good spirits supported by her co-host Adrian Chiles. Christine was determined to complete her challenge whatever the weather after raising thousands of pounds for Sport Relief.
David Walliams & celebrity cyclists start 1,000 cycle for Sport Relief
1st March 2010
David Walliams leads a group of celebritiies - inlcuding Davina McCall, Russell Howard, Patrick Kielty, Jimmy Carr, Miranda Hart and Fearne Cotton - on a 1,000 mile charity cycle ride for Sport Relief. The journey starts today from John O'Groats and they will arrive some 80 cycle hours later in Land's End
The stars line up to take part in this year's Sport Relief
20th January 2010
Once again a host of celebrities have vowed to undertake a range of incredible challenges to raise money for this year's Sport Relief. Christine Bleakley will be water skiing accross the English Channel, Blue Peter's Helen Skelton will attempt to kayak down the Amazon river and Lawrence Dallaglio will cycle from Rome to all the six nations stadiums to raise money for the charitable cause. David Beckham has helped launch the campaign with a range of charity t-shrts designed by the entire Beckham family.
The noughties - a decade of adventure
9th December 2009
As we near the end of the 1st decade of the 21st century, the Telegraph has taken a look at the daredevils, adventurers and explorers who have pushed themselves to the limits and beyond. People who have pushed themselves to the boundaries of human possibility include Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Ann Daniels, Pen Hadow, Jamie Andrew, Tom Avery, Dee Caffari, and celebrities, Ewan McGregor, David Walliams, James Cracknell and Ben Fogle.
Kilimanjaro: The Big Red Nose Climb on BBC One tonight
12th March 2009
Set the video, tonight we're in for a TV treat! At 8pm on BBC One watch the team of celebrities including Cheryl Cole, Gary Barlow, Fearne Cotton, Ben Shephard, and Denise Van Outen push themselves to the limit as they climb Mount Kilimanjaro. The nine celebrities have put their reputations and their fitness on the line to raise money for Comic Relief.
Celebrities Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for Red Nose Day 2009
23rd February 2009
A host of celebrities are currently undertaking serious training for a Red Nose Day Challenge to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Some fantastic celebrities including experienced awards hosts Denise Van Outen, Ben Shepherd and Fearne Cotton alongside favourites such as Cheryl Cole and Chris Moyles are involved in this inspirational fund raising activity
Newsreaders help raise record sum for Children in Need
16th November 2008
Some of the BBC's best known newsreaders performed a medley of ABBA songs to help raise a record 21 million pounds for Children in Need.
Rebecca Adlington Hopes to Become TV Presenter
17th May 2013
Olympic Gold medallist, Rebecca Adlington has spoken about her hopes of becoming a TV presenter one day.
Angelina Jolie Undergoes Double Mastectomy
15th May 2013
The Hollywood actress, Angelina Jolie has had a double mastectomy in order to reduce her chances of breast cancer.
Comic Relief Raises an Impressive ÂŁ75 million
19th March 2013
With the help of the generous public and a host of celebrities willing to take part in charity fund raising events and aid work, Comic Reliefâs Red Nose Day raised an impressive ÂŁ75 million.
Sarah Pennells Advises Online Shoppers
18th March 2013
Financial journalist and economics speaker, Sarah Pennells, tells shoppers how they can save some money when buying goods online.
Suzi Perry Begins New Formula 1 Job
11th March 2013
Awards host and TV presenter, Suzi Perry has started her new job as the BBCâs Formula 1 host.
Michaela Strachan Returns with an Interactive Musical
7th March 2013
Popular TV presenter, Michaela Strachan returns to the UK to bring her âReally Wild Adventuresâ to the theatre.
Katie Derham Moves from ITN to BBC
5th March 2013
Awards host and TV presenter, Katie Derham, made the decision to move from ITN to present for the BBC.
Trinny and Susannah to Design for QVC
19th February 2013
TV presenters, Trinny and Susannah are back with a new clothing range for the television channel QVC.
Natalie Pinkhamâs Hello Wedding
14th February 2013
Formula 1 presenter and popular awards host Natalie Pinkham married Owain Walbyoff in a romantic ceremony in Portugal, and the day was featured in Hello magazine.
Linda Yueh Joins BBC
6th February 2013
Internationally renowned economist and keynote speaker Linda Yueh will be joining the BBC as Chief Business Correspondent, and will be presenting her own weekly business programme on BBC World News.
Katie Piper Writes New Book
23rd January 2013
Katie Piper has written a new, inspirational book called, Start Your Day With Katie.
Duncan Bannatyne on Comic Relief Celebrity Great British Bake-Off Line-Up
11th January 2013
The popular show will be returning for a four-part Comic Relief celebrity special on BBC Two.
Frank Bruno and Trisha Goddard Raise Mental Health Awareness
17th December 2012
Frank Bruno and Trisha Goddard have raised awareness for mental health and attended a charity event for Norwich Mind.
Victoria Derbyshire: BBC 5 Live Broadcast from Animal Testing Lab
4th December 2012
On 4th December, Victoria Derbyshire presented a BBC Radio 5 Live Broadcast from an Animal Testing Lab.
Amy Garcia speaks at Graduation
27th November 2012
TV presenter, Amy Garcia has spoken to around 600 students at Wakefield Collegeâs Graduation day.
National Book Award Nominees: Clare Balding and David Walliams
14th November 2012
Clare Balding and David Walliams have been hailed amongst the cream of the literary elite, as the Specsavers National Book Awards shortlist is announced.
Sally Gunnell on Running and Motherhood
17th October 2012
Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell has admitted that running helps her to be a better mum to her children.
Lorraine Heggessey Addresses Elizabeth Murdochâs MacTaggart Lecture
25th September 2012
Lorraine Heggessey, chairman of Boom Pictures, and keynote speaker, said that Elizabeth Murdoch showed âconsiderable braveryâ when she delivered the high-profile McTaggart Lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival, in the wake of News Corpâs core part in the phone-hacking scandal.
Jackie Bird in Korea for BBC
18th September 2012
BBC Radio is airing a series, which sees some of the most interesting stories from around the globe broadcast on UK airwaves, including a programme fronted by news presenter and awards host Jackie Bird.
Emily Maitlis in Hip Hop Debate
14th September 2012
Newsnight presenter and awards host Emily Maitlis and Writer Jemima Khan flexed their brains in a debate... about hip-hop music.
Forbes 100 Women Who Rule the World
30th August 2012
Forbes magazine has compiled a list of the top 100 women in the world, led by German Chancellor Angela Merkel, amongst other heads of state, CEOs, entrepreneurs, celebrities and philanthropists, including Hillary Clinton, Melinda Gates, Michelle Obama and Christine Lagarde.
Anneka Rice Makes TV Comeback
28th August 2012
After 17 years away from TV screens, former Treasure Hunt presenter Anneka Rice is in talks with the BBC about fronting at least two new prime-time shows.
Emma Forbes Launches ForbesStyle.com
20th August 2012
Awards host and TV presenter Emma Forbes has launched ForbesStyle.com - a website that encompasses everything Emma loves in life â fashion, food, family, home, travel, health & wellbeing â with web articles, blogs and lots of high quality videos.
Saba Douglas Hamilton Talks Polar Bears
1st August 2012
Wildlife film-maker and eco-activist Saba Douglas-Hamilton Speaks to the Telegraph about The Secret Life of Elephants, and answers some probing personal questions.
Selina Scottâs Career Resurrection
27th July 2012
Experienced facilitator and host, and the former golden girl of UK TV, Selina Scott talks to the Mail Online about her career resurrection.
Libby Purves Publishes Sonâs Writings
25th July 2012
Nicholas Heiney, son of Radio 4 broadcaster Libby Purves, killed himself at the age of 23, leaving behind a collection of 35,000 words published by his parents to share their son's legacy and talent with the world.
Ashley Pearson on Madonna's Workout
17th July 2012
Showbiz reporter and awards host Ashley Pearson reviews Madonnaâs punishing workout.
Michelle Mone, Charles Dunstone and Tim Smit Inspirational Entrepreneurs
4th July 2012
Michelle Mone OBE, Charles Dunstone and Tim Smit have been named most inspirational entrepreneurs.
Joanna Lumley Campaigns for Improved Conditions for Dairy Cows
21st June 2012
Actress, speaker, and all-round funny lady Joanna Lumley has added some weight to a campaign to improve the health and welfare of dairy cows.
Jo Malone, Dara OâBriain and Jenny Ăclair on Apprentice, Youâre Hired
7th June 2012
Retail entrepreneur Jo Malone, actress and presenter Denise Van Outen and comedians Jenny Eclair and Dara OâBriain appeared on the final instalment of The Apprentice: Youâre Hired, after winner Ricky Martin was chosen by Lord Sugar.
Lucy Siegle Longlisted for Orwell Prize
20th April 2012
Lucy Siegle, journalist, broadcaster and keynote speaker on environmental and fashion issues, has been longlisted for the prestigious Orwell prize, for her book on sustainable fashion, To Die For.
Carol Vorderman Supports WWII Veterans
29th March 2012
Carol Vorderman, TV presenter and awards host, joined a group of WWII veterans to launch the Bomber Command Memorial Fund's Poppy Salute Appeal in London.
Holly Willoughby â Surprise Surprise!
16th March 2012
Holly Willoughby has been confirmed as the host of ITVâs new version of Surprise Surprise.
Sian Williams Says Goodbye to the Breakfast Sofa
15th March 2012
Sian Williams, broadcaster and awards host, has made her final appearance on the BBC Breakfast sofa.
Mary Portasâ Knicker Factory
13th March 2012
Mary Portas, retail guru and keynote speaker, is on a mission to kick start a recovery in British manufacturing with a new TV series, Maryâs Bottom Line.
Miles Jupp and Fatima Whitbread Join Let's Dance For Sport Relief
16th February 2012
Stand-up comedian Miles Jupp and former Olympian Fatima Whitbread have joined the line-up for the charity show Letâs Dance for Sport Relief.
Blue Peter Presenter Helen Skelton Tackles Sport Relief
11th January 2012
Motivational speaker and Blue Peter action girl Helen Skelton takes on the thrilling challenge of Sport Relief with The Polar Challenge.
Kirsty Wark Hosts a Question of Taste
3rd January 2012
Newsnight presenter, facilitator, after dinner speaker and awards host Kirsty Wark is moving to primetime to front A Question of Taste - the toughest food quiz on BBC 2!
Mary Portas Warns of High Street âCrisisâ
14th December 2011
Retail expert Mary Portas has warned that many UK High Streets may be lost after years of âerosion, neglect and mismanagementâ, unless shops and councils work together to regenerate them.
Adventure for Gadget Showâs Pollyanna Woodward
9th December 2011
Adrenaline junkie Pollyanna Woodward speaks to OK Magazine about her next adventure: the Patrouille des Glaciers - originally organised by the Swiss Army to test the endurance abilities of its mountain troops in World War Two.
Karren Brady: Most Inspirational Celebrity Nominee
27th September 2011
Karren Brady â corporate speaker, First lady of football and Lord Sugarâs right hand woman on The Apprentice - has been nominated for "Most Inspirational Celebrity" at the Inspiration Awards.
First Ever Waiting List at Clarks for Mary Portasâ Shoe Collection
21st September 2011
Queen of Shops Mary Portas has taken the world of shoes by storm, with a collection for Clarks that has sparked a waiting list of over 1000 customers.
More celebrities trace their roots in a new series of Who Do You Think You Are?
10th August 2011
The series starts tonight with June Brown who looks back into her past to find out if she is a real Eastender!
Sarah Beeny is helping residents revitalise village life in a new series - Village SOS
9th August 2011
In a brand new series, entrepreneur and property developer, Sarah Beeny follows six communities aiming to breathe life back into their area, with the aid of a six-figure grant from the Big Lottery Fund and an army of volunteers.
Natasha Kaplinsky is Back as an ITV News Anchor!
5th August 2011
From mid-September Natasha will be returning to her first love - the news! She will take on the role of news anchor on ITV's London Tonight.
James Naughtie, Peter Snow and Kirsty Wark Grace Borders Book Festival
30th June 2011
Peter Snow, Kirsty Wark and James Naughtie were amongst high profile faces creating a magical atmosphere at this yearâs Borders Book Festival. Also lighting up the picturesque Scottish town of Melrose were comedians and commentators Rory Bremner, Michael Parkinson, Rory McGrath, Maureen Lipman and Tom Conti.
Robert Winston, Bob Geldof and David Rowan at the Sunday Times Festival of Education
23rd June 2011
This yearâs Sunday Times Festival of Education welcomes almost 150 speakers of the highest calibre, including some of Speakers Cornerâs elite - Robert Winston, Niall Ferguson, Hamish McRae and David Rowan. Ranging from former government ministers, scientists and headteachers to academics, journalists and chief executives, all with experience, knowledge and opinions that should enrich, broaden and deepen debates about education.
21st Century Women: Ruby Wax, Noreena Hertz and Victoria Derbyshire
22nd June 2011
As American businesswoman Martha Stewart calls for women to be paid higher salaries if companies want to exude greater creativity and diversity, the Sunday Times publishes a list of some of the most influential 21st Century Women, including three of Speakers Cornerâs elite - Ruby Wax, Noreena Hertz and Victoria Derbyshire.
Bruce Forsyth, Jenni Murray and Jessica Ennis Honoured in Queenâs Birthday List
13th June 2011
Showbiz star Bruce Forsyth, world athletics champion Jessica Ennis and Womanâs Hour presenter Jenni Murray have been honoured in the Queenâs Birthday List.
Mary Portasâ Own Shop Will âCreate New Benchmarksâ
7th June 2011
Retail guru Mary Portas will practice what she preaches with the launch of her own clothes line for âgrown up womenâ, in partnership with House of Fraser in London's Oxford Street.
Pollyanna Woodward and Jason Bradbury Nominated for Gadget Personality of the Year
31st May 2011
Techno babe Pollyanna Woodward has been nominated for Gadget Personality of the Year. Channel 5âs Gadget Show presenter announced her nomination on Twitter to the delight of her adoring fans.
Guardian Hay Festival Boasts Speakers Corner's Best
26th May 2011
Britainâs most exciting writers, filmmakers, comedians, politicians and musicians are headed to the Welsh town of Hay-On-Wye for the annual Guardian literary festival.
Speakers Corner Elite Amongst Top Intellectuals
17th May 2011
The Guardian has compiled a list of Britainâs top 300 intellectuals. Amongst the newspaperâs register of public figures leading the UKâs cultural discourse, are a handful of Speakers Cornerâs elite. Amongst the iIntellectuals are authors, economists, historians, journalists, lawyers, philosophers, policy advisers, politicians, religious leaders, and scientists.
Clive Woodward, Ben Fogle and Tara Palmer Tompkinson Invited to Royal Wedding
28th April 2011
As Prince William and Kate Middleton become husband and wife, guests at the wedding of the year will include three of Speakers Cornerâs top personalities - Sir Clive Woodward, Tara Palmer Tompkinson and Ben Fogle.
Times Literary Festival Closes With Melvyn Bragg, Madhur Jaffrey, Jonathan Powell and Adam Boulton
8th April 2011
As the countryâs literati pack their bags in Oxford this weekend, a handful of Speakers Cornerâs elite â including Melvyn Bragg, Madhur Jaffrey, Jonathan Powell and Adam Boulton â take the stage with inspirational and entertaining presentations.
Mariella Frostrup Enjoys Best Decade of Her Life
6th April 2011
Arts presenter, conference facilitator and awards host Mariella Frostrup speaks to the Mail Online about her desire to present an air of intellect to confound being stereotyped as a âvacuous blondeâ.
Kirsty Young Exposes Changed Attitudes to Working
28th March 2011
Kirsty Young, one of the UKs top broadcasters, presents The British at Work â a study of employment in the postwar years. Her modulated tones take BBC2 viewers through an examination of how attitudes to jobs have changed since the end of World War II.
Natasha Kaplinsky Hosts Speakers Cornerâs Olympic Business Breakfast
25th March 2011
Natasha Kaplinsky hosted Speakers Cornerâs latest showcase highlighting the best speaker talents around, including Dame Tanni Grey Thompson and Tessa Jowell. Scintillating Conversation about the Olympics was accompanied by a delicious breakfast in Central London.
Liz Bonnin Explores Technology of the Japanese Earthquake
15th March 2011
Liz Bonnin, Jem Stansfield, Dallas Campbell and Dr Yan Wong present Bang Goes the Theory, the BBCs guide to popular science, which this week looks at the science behind the devastating Japanese earthquake and the tsunami it triggered.
Gregg Wallace and Fiona Phillips Take Centre Stage at The Ideal Home Show
11th March 2011
Celebrity chef Gregg Wallace and TV presenters Fiona Phillips and Diarmuid Gavin are part of the notable list of celebrities appearing at The Ideal Home Show â Britainâs best loved home event.
Jo Elvin Judges Great British Hairdresser
24th February 2011
Glamour Editor Jo Elvin takes her place as a judge on Great British Hairdresser this week, on E4s new reality show which aims to open the door to the hairdressing industry at its highest end.
Sarah Brown âTop UK Tweeterâ Says The Independent
21st February 2011
Sarah Brown, Britainâs ex-First Lady is top of the âTweeteratiâ list, according to The Independent.
Kate Humble Presents Spicy BBC 2 Series
18th February 2011
Kate Humble retraces the steps of 15th-century explorers as she goes on the trail of some of the world's most valuable spices, examining their history, trade, mythology and usage, for a new series on BBC 2.
Huffington Joins AOL To Build âOnline Media Empireâ
10th February 2011
Aol Inc has bought the Huffington Post in the hope that co-founder Arianna Huffington will build an online media empire, reports Bloomberg.
Hilary Devey To Replace Caan On Dragons Den
8th February 2011
Watch out thereâs a new dragon! Hilary Devey - entrepreneur and award-winning business woman - will join BBC2âs Dragon's Den, following the departure of James Caan.
Denise Van Outen To Host New Channel 5 Show
3rd February 2011
Presenters Denise Van Outen and Matt Johnson have signed up to host Channel 5's entertainment news show OK! TV - premiering this February. The show will feature celebrity interviews, features about music and fashion, and showbiz gossip.
The Importance of a Facilitator
10th January 2011
Whatâs A Facilitator? A pretty face? A sparkling wit? Itâs all of that and a whole lot moreâŚ.
Natasha Kaplinsky Hosts Speakers Cornerâs Olympic Business Breakfast
10th January 2011
Speakers Corner presents our latest showcase highlighting the best speaker talents around. Scintillating Conversation about the Olympics will be accompanied by a scrumptious breakfast.
Natasha Kaplinsky to leave FIVE News
15th October 2010
The TV newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky is to leave FIVE in December, the channel announced yesterday, bringing to an end the deal which made her Britain's highest-paid current-affairs presenter.
Kirsty Young, celebrity presenter of Desert Island Discs, presents BBC2's series 'The British Family'
19th January 2010
Kirsty Young, the celebrity presenter of Radio 4's Desert Island Discs presents BBC2's new series 'The British Family' aired on Monday nights at 9pm. The four part series examined the changing attitudes to marriage after the war and the impact that the sexual revolution had on the British family.
Speakers Take the Stage at Google Zeitgeist
24th May 2013
Speakers took to the stage at this yearâs Google Zeitgeist, where they explored the ideas that affect our social, economic, political and cultural surroundings.
Jo Fairley Appears on âThe Apprentice Youâre Firedâ
21st May 2013
Inspirational keynote speaker and co-founder of the global brand Green & Blacks, Jo Fairley, appeared on an episode of âThe Apprentice Youâre Firedâ alongside Dara OâBriain.
BBC Good Food Show takes Place in Birmingham this Summer
20th May 2013
This yearâs BBC Good Food show takes place in Birmingham this summer and is an event to be enjoyed by food lovers and families.
Dambisa Moyo Talks about the Worldâs Resources and the West
16th May 2013
Economist and keynote speaker, Dambisa Moyo has expressed her views on the worldâs resources and where she believes the West stand on the matter.
David Walliams' Baby is Born
9th May 2013
TV presenter and awards host, David Walliams and his wife Lara Stone have happily announced the birth of their son and first child.
Line Up Announced for Science 2013
3rd May 2013
The Cheltenham Science Festival is considered to be the countryâs number one science festival and this yearâs line up has now been announced.
Self-Help Books; A Billion Dollar Industry
30th April 2013
Self-help books are increasingly popular among the British public than ever before and an increased number of us are turning to self help books in the hope that they will solve lives problems.
Jonathan Ross Signs up for British Comedy Awards
26th April 2013
Comedian and Awards host, Jonathan Ross has signed up to host the British Comedy Awards for the next two years.
Jasmine Birtles Teaches Companies How to Save
23rd April 2013
Financial expert and TV presenter, Jasmine Birtles, is teaching companies how to stay rich without really trying.
Ben Collins Returns to the Big Screen
17th April 2013
TV presenter, Ben Collins will be returning to the big screen as Vin Dieselâs stunt double in âFast & Furious 6â.
Alan Carr Signs New Contract with Channel 4
12th April 2013
Stand-up Comedian and TV personality, Alan Carr has signed a two year contract continuing his Channel 4 show âChatty Manâ until 2015.
The 2013 âWomen in the World Summit' Takes Place
10th April 2013
The Daily Beastâs annual âWomen in the World Summit' took place this week; launched by the publications editor-in-chief, Tina Brown, in March 2010.
Noreena Hertz Finishes New Book
4th April 2013
Keynote speaker and leading futurist, Noreena Hertz has finished her most recent book, which will be published in the US and the UK in September 2013.
David Walliams To Star In New School Sitcom
29th March 2013
Comedian and actor, David Walliams is starring in a new school based sitcom. The show will be aired on BBC One and was co-written by David.
Matt Lucas Plans Silent Comedy Show
28th March 2013
Comedian and awards host, Matt Lucas is going to star in a silent comedy series for the BBC, provisionally titled Pompidou.
George Alagiah Comes to the Rescue on London Underground
26th March 2013
BBC news presenter and awards host, George Alagiah, came to the rescue of a woman who collapsed on the London Underground.
Anna Watkins Announces She is Pregnant
25th March 2013
Olympic double skulls champion and motivational speaker, Anna Watkins, has announced that she is pregnant.
Hugh Dennis Becomes an Author
12th March 2013
TV presenter and Famous comedian, Hugh Dennis, has written a book about the changing image of Britain and Britishness, called âBritty Britty Bang Bangâ.
Alan Davies Is Back As Jonathan Creek
8th March 2013
Comedian and after dinner speaker, Alan Davies, is returning to our screens as the famous detective, Jonathan Creek.
Lynne Franks Returns to PR
6th March 2013
Entrepreneur and lifestyle guru Lynne Franks is set to return to a career in PR after 19 years out of the business.
Karen Pickering defends Tom Daley
21st February 2013
Motivational speaker and former swimming world champion, Karen Pickering, has voiced her opinion on Olympic athletes receiving media attention in light of the criticism that athletes received in the run up to 2012.
Jake Humphrey to Present Premier League
14th February 2013
After years of presenting for the BBC, TV presenter and awards host Jake Humphrey is set to be the new presenter of BT Visionâs Premier League coverage.
Batman or Ben Collins??
7th February 2013
Ben Collins took the driving seat in the Tumbler (the new Batmobile) in The Dark Knight Rises.
Debra Searle's Ice Mums
5th February 2013
Motivational speaker and awe-inspiring sportswoman Debra Searle has announced plan to take a group of mums trekking to the South Pole.
Dee Caffari Sails In Middle East
1st February 2013
Inspirational yachtswoman Dee Caffari has taken her success to the Middle East in the impressive position of coach and skipper of the Women's Sailing Team in Oman.
Rachel Bridge Releases 5th Book
25th January 2013
Rachel Bridge has released another book aiming to help people start their own business.
Kanya King on Cover Spread of Elite Business Magazine
24th January 2013
Kanya King featured on the cover of Elite Business Magazine this month discussing her rise to fame.
Dick and Dom to Present New CBBC Show
22nd January 2013
Dick and Dom are to present an educational show about science for the CBBC.
Jack Whitehall is King of Comedy
15th January 2013
The British Comedy Award jury have chosen Jack Whitehall as their King of Comedy 2012.
Rageh Omaar: New Presenter at ITV News
14th January 2013
Rageh Omaar has been appointed as a special correspondent and presenter at ITV News.
Sir Ranulph Fiennes Makes 100 People to Watch in 2013 List
10th January 2013
Experts from the Times have selected 100 âfaces that will define the year aheadâ, including Sir Ranulph Fiennes, one of the worldâs most lauded explorers and adventurers, and one of the most popular speakers on the after dinner circuit.
Nicholas Witchell Introduces Former NASA Flight Director
8th January 2013
BBCâs Royal and diplomatic correspondent, Nicholas Witchell, attended 2012's Information Security Forum (ISF) World Congress, where he introduced former NASA flight director Gene Kranz.
Women to Watch in 2013
7th January 2013
Forbes has released a list of the twelve women to watch over the coming year.
Comedies Take Big Christmas Ratings
2nd January 2013
Comedy drew in some of the biggest ratings this Christmas with BBC One sitcoms taking the highest slots on December 24th.
New Years Honours 2012
31st December 2012
This yearâs New Years Honours list has been dominated by stars of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games.
CBCâs 12 Most Influential People of 2012
24th December 2012
CBC News has released its list of the 12 most influential people of 2012, including politicians, activists and the South Korean singer who has recently taken the world by storm.
Heston Blumenthalâs Giant Christmas Pudding
14th December 2012
Celebrity chef TV presenter Heston Blumenthal has taken his obsession with supersizing food to a whole new level.
Spice Girl Joins Jamie Theakston on Heart
13th December 2012
Jamie Theakston, one of the UKâs most popular TV and radio presenters and awards hosts will be joined by a new radio host on Heart FM â former Spice Girl Emma Bunton.
Tanni Grey-Thompson Given Two New Appointments for 2013
10th December 2012
Tanni Grey-Thompson has been appointed to the Independent Commission investigating the Lance Armstrong scandal and to the Board of the London Legacy Development Corporation.
James Corden to Host Brits
29th November 2012
Comedian and awards host James Corden has confirmed that he will be hosting the Brit Awards for the fourth time.
Ana Palacio speaks at Global Conference.
28th November 2012
Ana Palacio has spoken as part of a panel discussing The Future of Capitalism at The Milken Instituteâs Global Conference in L.A.
Andi Peters: From CBBC to Fitness Guru
26th November 2012
Andi Peters has switched the Broom Cupboard for the gym!
Alexandra Panayotouâs 24-Hour Run
21st November 2012
Motivational speaker Alexandra Panayotou completed a 24-hour solo running challenge, from which she raised thousands of pounds for the Trussell Trust Foodbank network.
Melissa Sterry To Speak at Ignition
20th November 2012
Design scientist and futurist Melissa Sterry will expound her wisdom at Ignition: Future Of Digital - a two-day conference in New York City exploring the successful and emerging business models of digital media.
Alexa Chung: 5 Items of Clothing You Need this Winter
19th November 2012
British model and awards host Alexa Chung has told People Magazine that there are five items of clothing no one can do without this Winter.
Rosabeth Moss Kanter: âWorldâs Most Influential International Thinkerâ
16th November 2012
HR magazine has voted Rosabeth Moss Kanter the Worldâs Most Influential International Thinker.
Jellyellie: The Voice of the MSN Generation
12th November 2012
Dubbed by the Guardian as âthe voice of the MSN generationâ, Jellyllie published her first book How Teenagers Think, at the age of 15.
Nick Baker Most Eligible Presenter
6th November 2012
Nick Baker, TV presenter and awards host, was named the most eligible presenter on Cable by the readers of US People magazine.
Robert Peston is Top Business Tweeter
5th November 2012
Management Today has listed its top 50 business and economics figures who expound their wisdom on Twitter, and top of the poll is financial broadcast journalist Robert Peston.
Emma Sinclair â Wonder Woman!
1st November 2012
Emma Sinclair, CEO of target Parking, has been selected by The Telegraph as one of its elite group of inspirational women who share their thoughts in Wonder Women â a new daily online section filled with âsassy, irreverent and intelligent content about politics, business, family, life and sex.â
Claire Sweeney in White Christmas
28th October 2012
Two of the nationâs best-loved actresses, Claire Sweeney and Wendi Peters, returned to their northern roots at Christmas by bringing the magic of Irving Berlinâs White Christmas to life.
Linda Yuehâs Positive Outlook
15th October 2012
Economist, Dr Linda Yueh, believes that Britain has the potential to come out of the current recession in prime position.
Boris Johnson Struggles with Nick Ferrariâs Radio Quiz
12th October 2012
After David Cameron struggled with some general knowledge questions on the David Letterman show in the US, Nick Ferrari the LBC host and man that politicians fear, took it upon himself to test the Mayor of London on his trivia knowledge.
Ainsley Harriott at Isle of Man Food Festival
10th October 2012
TV chef Ainsley Harriott is on the Isle of Man for two culinary events, including a Caribbean evening which will raise funds for Hospice Isle of Man.
Francesca Martinez on Disability Allowance Cuts
9th October 2012
âRhetoric about the Paralympics sounds hollow when the Government is hellbent on cutting benefits,â writes Comedian Francesca Martinez in the Independent.
Mark Foster and Louise Hazel Star in Come Dine With Me
4th October 2012
Channel 4 invited London 2012 stars Mark Foster and Louise Hazel to partake in one of the UKs most popular TV shows, Come Dine With Me.
Chris Tarrant Discovers Family Secret
27th September 2012
TV star and awards host Chris Tarrant knew hardly anything about his fatherâs heroics in during the Second World War â until he began filming War Hero in my Family for Channel 5.
Ben Kay Supports Worthy Charity
26th September 2012
England Rugby World Cup winner and after dinner speaker Ben Kay is supporting a charity which helps the children of fallen servicemen and women.
Frances Cairncross Talks University Funding
17th September 2012
Keynote speaker on education, Frances Cairncross, spoke to the Independent about the failings of the current education system.
Cathy OâDowd In Ultimate Trilogy Mission
13th September 2012
Adventurer and motivational speaker Cathy OâDowd has been selected to travel from sea to summit on a mission set to inspire women everywhere.
Martin Roberts' New Book, Making Money From Property
7th September 2012
Martin Roberts, one of the UKâs most respected Property, Travel and Lifestyle TV presenters and journalists has written a new book called âMaking Money from Propertyâ.
Peninah Thomsonâs Scheme To Help Women Achieve
4th September 2012
Peninah Thomson, chief executive of the Mentoring Foundation and founder of the FTSE 100 Cross-Company Mentoring Programme has put a scheme in place to help women hone their leadership style.
Emma Sinclair Wins âStart Up of the Year 2011â
22nd August 2012
Emma Sinclair â entrepreneur and keynote speaker â has been recognised for her achievements with nominations for various industry awards, exemplified by her invitation to Downing Street in 2012, when she was awarded âStart Up of the Year 2011â.
DP Fitzgerald Gave Up Love for Fame
13th August 2012
TV Presenter and awards host extraordinaire DP Fitzgerald gave up his girlfriend in Dublin to move to London when he landed the job of the first MTV Hits presenter in 2004.
David Dickinson Stars in TV Ad
12th August 2012
Bargain expert and awards host David Dickinson stars in the latest T-Mobile TV advert.
New Show for Dick and Dom!
11th August 2012
Itâs official! Dick and Domâs brand new entertainment show âHooplaâ is set to be shown in the Autumn of 2012 on CBBC.
Dougie Donnelly Owes Success to University
10th August 2012
One of the UKs best loved sports presenters Dougie Donnelly has told the Strathclyde Telegraph, his Alma Materâs paper that he owes much of his professional success to his time at University.
Robert Webb Talks Red Nose Day
3rd August 2012
Consummate awards host and one of the nationâs favourite TV comedians Robert Webb, blogs in The Telegraph about Red Nose Day.
Dalai Lama Joins Hans Blix on Star-Studded Roll Call
24th July 2012
The Dalai Lama joins former Chairman of the International Commission on Weapons of Mass Destruction, Hans Blix, on the long list of stars from the world of business, sport and politics, who have headlined the Yorkshire International Business Convention.
Anyika Onuora Stays Quiet Over Relay Disqualification
17th July 2012
London 2012 sprint star Anyika Onuora became unwittingly embroiled in a major athletics controversy at the European Championships in Helsinki.
Come Dine With Kriss Akabusi
10th July 2012
Motivational speaker and one of the UKs best loved athletes Kriss Akabusi took part in Celebrity Come Dine with Me.
Vassos Alexander - Chris Evans' Radio 2 Sidekick
6th July 2012
Vassos Alexander, TV pundit and awards host, is the new sports reporter on the Chris Evans Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2.
Jon Sopelâs Near Miss
5th July 2012
Jon Sopel, news presenter and awards host, tells the Mail Online about how the biggest day of his life turned into a disaster.
Innovative Speakers Gather at TED 2012
28th June 2012
California is once again the sunny location for TED, the most innovative and exciting conference on the planet, where speakers with âideas worth spreadingâ gather to share their thoughts on technology, design, science, media, politics, the arts, and other insights on how to shape a better word.
Zunaira Munirâs Book, Key Concepts in Innovation, Reviewed
27th June 2012
Keynote speaker Zunaira Munirâs book, Key Concepts in Innovation, is reviewed and branded as a âready reference of innovation termsâ.
Denise Lewis Speaks Out in Support of Jessica Ennis
25th June 2012
Having triumphed in an Olympic heptathlon in Sydney, 2000, Denise Lewis is no stranger to the challenge that will face Team GB medal-seekers in the coming games. Lewis is sure that Jessica Ennis has what it takes to repeat her success, but warns that, in any multi-event discipline, there is always the potential for an element of the unexpected.
Ben Fogle Announces New Ocean Challenge
19th June 2012
TV adventurer Ben Fogle is taking on his most punishing challenge yet - by swimming to Cornwall across the Atlantic Ocean.
Gavin Esler Publishes New Book
15th June 2012
BBC News 24 front man and consummate awards host and after dinner speaker Gavin Esler, will see his latest non-fiction book, The Power of Stories, in bookshops this summer.
Jeremy Vine Releases Book
6th June 2012
Jeremy Vine, TV news reporter, after dinner speaker and awards host, will see his first book on the bookshelves this month.
Rob Brydon and Lee Mack Host Jubilee Concert
4th June 2012
As the UK commemorates 60 years of Queen Elizabethâs reign, two comedians - Rob Brydon and Lee Mack â take centre stage as hosts of the musical highlight of the celebration, the Jubilee Concert.
Julie Meyer Talks Venture Capitalism in Europe
22nd May 2012
Julie Meyer, Founder and CEO of Ariadne Capital, entrepreneur, investor and business adviser published an article in the Financial Times about Venture Capitalism and its place in Europe.
Dermot O'Leary To Make X Factor Return
18th May 2012
Dermot O'Leary has been confirmed to return as host of The X Factor UK.
Karren Brady Says No More TV!
17th May 2012
Karren Brady, footballâs first lady, TV star and business speaker, speaks to the Sunday Times about her lack of interest in pursuing TV stardom.
Ruby Wax on Speaker Lineup for TEDGlobal 2012
11th May 2012
The TED website has announced the list of innovative speakers who will inspire at this yearâs conference, exploring the theme of Radical Openness, including comedian and corporate host Ruby Wax.
Catherine Tate and Katy Brand in Historical Comedy
10th May 2012
Top female comedians Catherine Tate and Katy Brand will play a series of historical characters in a new one-off comedy called Psychobitches.
Quentin Willsonâs War Hero on Channel 5
9th May 2012
Quentin Wilson, motor racing TV expert and after dinner speaker, appears on Channel 5 in War Hero in My Family, where he attempts to uncover what exactly his father, Bernard Willson, did during the Second World War.
Tom Daley Sculpted at Grand Designs
4th May 2012
Olympic diver and motivational speaker Tom Daley has been immortalised as a sculpture which is on display at Kevin McLoudâs Grand Designs exhibition.
Time Magazineâs 100 Most Influential People in the World
24th April 2012
Time magazine has announced its 100 most influential people in the word, in a list including entertainers, businesspeople, political leaders, sporting figures and controversial personalities.
Anne Patchett: Orange Prize Winner Again?
17th April 2012
Former Orange prize winner Ann Patchett is in the running for the award for fiction written by women for the second time.
Jason Manford Stars in Nudist Sitcom
12th April 2012
Comedian and awards host Jason Manford is set to star in a new family-oriented ITV sitcom.
US Olympic Swimmer Amanda Beard Releases Memoir
9th April 2012
Gold Medalist Amanda Beard shares her story about growing up in the Olympic spotlight in her brand new memoir, In the Water They Can't See You Cry.
Anya Hindmarch, Helena Morrissey and Ruth Rogers Nominated for Business Woman Award
4th April 2012
Veuve Clicquot has announced the shortlist for its Business Woman Award. Anya Hindmarch, Helena Morrissey and Ruth Rogers are âshining examples of female entrepreneurship and business success.â
Armando Iannucci and Stewart Lee Celebrate Two More Series
2nd April 2012
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle has been commissioned for a further two series by the BBC.
Kate Humble, Professor Brian Cox and Jim Al-Khalili at Cheltenham
28th March 2012
Kate Humble, Professor Brian Cox and Jim Al-Khalili as well as Dame Vivienne Westwood are just some of the big names appearing at the Cheltenham Science Festival in June.
Judi James on Kate Middletonâs First Public Speech
20th March 2012
Body language expert Judi James analyses Kate Middletonâs first public speech since becoming a princess.
Dermot O'Leary and Dave Berry to Present Soccer Aid
9th March 2012
Robbie Williams has confirmed that his UNICEF TV charity event Soccer Aid will return this Summer, and will be presented by consummate awards hosts Dermot O'Leary and Dave Berry.
International Womenâs Day Celebrates Tanni Grey-Thompson, Kelly Holmes and Ellen MacArthur
8th March 2012
To celebrate International Womenâs Day, The Guardian has compiled a list of the top 100 most inspirational and influential women in the world â many of whom are consummate and experienced corporate speakers, and available to book through Speakers Corner.
Jack Dee and Tim Minchin Announced for Latitude
7th March 2012
Comedians Jack Dee, Tim Minchin and Radio 4's Infinite Monkey Cage have been confirmed for the Latitude Festival.
Lucy P. Marcus Top Tweeter
5th March 2012
Lucy P. Marcus has been ranked 5th in the Independent Newspaperâs âTwitter 100â list of the UK's most influential tweeters in Business. Sir Richard Branson has been named the most powerful tweeting Briton on the list.
California Hosts TED 2012 â The Full Spectrum
1st March 2012
Speakers Corner boasts a vast selection of TED speakers, including Dr. Rachel Armstrong, Chris Anderson, Rory Bremner, Tim Harford, Magnus Lindkvist, Charles Hazlewood and Nic Marks.
Lynne Franks' Guide to Success
27th February 2012
Visionary PR guru and co-founder of London Fashion Week, Lynne Franks talks to Director Magazine about challenging traditional stereotypes to succeed.
Gillian Tett is UK Business Communicator of the Year, 2012
24th February 2012
The UK Speechwriters' Guild has announced that the title of UK Business Communicator of 2012 has been awarded to Gillian Tett of the Financial Times.
âYou Cannot Be Serious!â: Harry Hill and Alistair McGowan
23rd February 2012
Comedians Harry Hill and Alistair McGowan are reported to be working together on a new panel show for ITV, according to reports in The Sun.
MBE for Tim Campbell
22nd February 2012
Tim Campbell, entrepreneur and business speaker, and winner of the first series of The Apprentice, has received an MBE in the Queen's 2012 New Year Honours list.
Tim Lovejoy Joins Channel 4
20th February 2012
Presenter and awards host Tim Lovejoy will join Channel 4, along with celebrity chef Simon Rimmer.
Lucy P. Marcus Promotes Women in the Boardroom
10th February 2012
Lucy P. Marcus wrote an article for Reuters about why facebook, and all companies, must have diversity in the boardroom.
Jay Raynerâs New Radio 4 Show Kitchen Cabinet
8th February 2012
After dinner speaker, Journalist, food critic, TV writer and presenter Jay Rayner, presents the first programme of a new BBC Radio 4 series: a food panel show, recorded in front of a live audience.
Anil Gupta and Haiyan Wang Talk Innovation
7th February 2012
Corporate speakers and authors Anil Gupta and Haiyan Wang speak to Wired Magazine about the harsh reality of why innovators donât always win.
Lucy P. Marcus - LinkedIn Thought Leader
2nd February 2012
LinkedIn has recruited Lucy P. Marcus to be one of the 150 thought leaders who contribute to their new Influencers Program.
Kanya King Speaks of her Struggles on CNN
30th January 2012
Keynote speaker Kanya King presents a three part series for CNN about her journey to set up the MOBO awards.
NTA Winners: Jonathan Ross, Michael McIntyre, Alan Carr and David Walliams
26th January 2012
Alan Carr has won the battle of the chat show hosts after beating Jonathan Ross and Graham Norton to the best talk show prize at the National TV Awards.
Dom Joly Fronts Fool Britannia
25th January 2012
Stand up comedian Dom Joly has announced that he has signed up to present a brand new show for ITV1.
Noreena Hertz in Eco Magazine
17th January 2012
Professor Hertz, leading futurist, thinker, political economist, and engaging and passionate keynote speaker, makes the case for Co-op Capitalism in an interview for Eco magazine.
Jacqueline Gold Talks Rebranding
13th January 2012
Businesswoman and keynote speaker Jacqueline Gold, who brought Ann Summers parties into living rooms across Britain, spoke to Director Magazine about her journey which turned the sex shop chain into a multimillion-pound business and a high-street name.
Noreena Hertz Announces New Book
10th January 2012
Visionary thinker and futurist, Noreena Hertz will release her latest book The Tiger and The Snake: Twelve Steps to Making Smarter Decision.
Michael McIntyre, Jonathan Ross, Graham Norton and Alan Carr Nominated for National Television Awards
6th January 2012
Top comedians Graham Norton and Alan Carr have been nominated in the Best talk Show Category at the National TV Awards, alongside TV funnyman Jonathan Ross. Stand-Up star Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow is amongst four nominees in the Entertainment Programme category.
David Walliams Confirmed for Britainâs Got Talent
5th January 2012
Awards host and comedian David Walliams has been confirmed as the latest addition to the judging panel on the next series of Britainâs Got Talent, alongside Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and new judge Alesha Dixon, who has made the move from Strictly Come Dancing.
Brian Cox Makes Economist Book of the Year 2011 List
22nd December 2011
The Quantum Universe: Everything That Can Happen Does Happen, by Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw has reached the Economist Book of the Year list. The book breaks all the rules of popular science-writing, by two of Britainâs best known physicists.
Micky Flanagan Joins Channel 4
21st December 2011
Comedian Micky Flanagan has signed an exclusive one-year deal with Channel 4.
Armando Iannucci Wins Writersâ Guild of Great Britain Award
20th December 2011
Armando Iannucci, responsible for such ground-breaking shows as The Day Today, Iâm Alan Partridge and The Thick Of It, was honoured at the British Comedy Awards with the âOutstanding Achievement In Writing Awardâ, presented to him by long-time friend and colleague Steve Coogan.
Ruby Wax's 'Losing It' Honoured
12th December 2011
Ruby Wax, charismatic awards host and comedian, has been nominated for The Jo Hutchinson International Best Solo Performance in the 2012 WhatsOnStage.com Awards, for her performance of Losing It.
Alexis Conran Combats Fraud
8th December 2011
One of the biggest current threats to business is fraud, and as the year draws to a close, Speakers Cornerâs Alexis Conran is ardently speaking to management teams all over the country to ensure that they safeguard themselves against scams at any level.
Shooting Stars Moves from TV to Corporate Entertainment
7th December 2011
Bob Mortimer and Vic Reevesâ surreal TV panel show Shooting Stars is making the move from TV to corporate entertainment, as its run at the BBC comes to an end.
Jack Whitehall Lands his own Sitcom
5th December 2011
Comedian and Fresh Meat star Jack Whitehall has landed his own sitcom, announced BBC3.
Robert Peston, David Aaronovitch and Matthew DâAncona Win at the EI Journalism Awards
18th November 2011
Britainâs top journalists gathered in London to pay tribute to their colleagues who have captured the attention of readers and media professionals at the Editorial Intelligence (EI) journalism awards breakfast.
Piers Morgan Quits America's Got Talent
16th November 2011
Piers Morgan has announced that he will be stepping down as a judge on NBCâs hit reality show Americaâs Got Talent to focus entirely on Piers Morgan Tonight on CNN.
Lucy P. Marcus Wins Future Thinker Award as Thinkers50 Announced
15th November 2011
Lucy P. Marcus, founder of Marcus Venture Consulting, has won the Thinkers 50 Future Thinker Award. She was presented with the prestigious accolade at the 2011 Thinkers50 Summit - a world-class management conference and awards dinner, celebrating the best and brightest management thinkers in the world.
Marcus Buckingham and Costas Markides Speak at Thinkers50 Summit
14th November 2011
The 2011 Thinkers50 Summit is a world-class management conference and awards dinner, celebrating the best and brightest management thinkers in the world. Presenters at this yearâs event include Vijay Govindarajan, Costas Markides, Marcus Buckingham and Marshall Goldsmith â all ranked in the Thinkers50.
Sarah Lloyd-Hughes: âHow To Be A Brilliant Public Speakerâ
7th November 2011
Management Today asks Sarah Lloyd-Hughes, founder of Ginger Training & Coaching and author of âHow to be Brilliant at Public Speakingâ, for her top tips for public speaking.
Mary Perkins Wins Director of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award
2nd November 2011
Director Magazine has awarded Dame Mary Perkins, Specsavers queen, entrepreneur, and retail keynote speaker, the Director of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award.
Mark Dolan Hosts Mad Bad Ad Show
1st November 2011
Stand-up comedian and accomplished awards host Mark Dolan presents a new panel show for Channel 4, the Mad Bad Ad Show, alongside fellow comedians Micky Flanagan and Mark Watson.
Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Jeremy Paxman and Tim Harford at Ilkley Literature Festival
28th October 2011
Adventurer and author Sir Ranulph Fiennes; broadcaster and awards host Jeremy Paxman and economist Tim Harford spoke at the Ilkley Literature Festival â a two week literary event held in the miniature Victorian spa town at the foot of Ilkley Moor in Yorkshire every October.
David Aaronovitch and Simon Jenkins Speak at Battle of Ideas
27th October 2011
David Aaronovitch and Simon Jenkins are journalists, broadcasters and columnists, as well as awards hosts and after dinner speakers. They are speaking at the Battle of Ideas - two days of high-level, thought-provoking, public debate organised by the Institute of Ideas, and hosted by the Royal College of Art in London.
Claire Young Launches 'Teenbiz' for Young Entrepreneurs
26th October 2011
Claire Young, corporate speaker and motivational speaker, is promoting entrepreneurship with the launch of the new youth initiative Teenbiz, which provides funding to entrepreneurs aged 13 to 18 years old.
Rachel Armstrong Talks âLiving Buildingsâ
25th October 2011
âLiving buildings could inhale city carbon emissionsâ, says Rachel Armstrong, senior TED fellow and co-director of Avatar, a research group exploring the potential of advanced technologies in architecture, tells www.cnn.com.
Lord Sugar Hunts for Young Apprentice
24th October 2011
The future of entrepreneurs is set as the second series of the Young Apprentice has hit UK screens. Lord Sugar gives another group of 12 ambitious schoolchildren a chance to kickstart a future career in business.
Haiyan Wang Speaks at TEDx
21st October 2011
Haiyan Wang is Managing Partner of a research and consulting organization with a focus on creating winning global strategies that leverage the transformational rise of China and India. She is also co-author of multiple best-selling books on China and India, and she will be speaking at the TEDx conference in Rotterdam.
Big Ideas - Christian Majgaard, Lucy P. Marcus and Rachel Armstrong
18th October 2011
Corporate speakers and lauded innovation thinkers Christian Majgaard, Lucy P. Marcus and Rachel Armstrong grace The Big Ideas Factory in York for an evening of thought provoking debate and networking in Ron Cooke Hub's purpose built innovation space.
Lucy Marcus Shortlisted for the Thinkers 50 Future Thinker Award
12th October 2011
Lucy P. Marcus, founder of Marcus Venture Consulting, has been nominated for the Thinkers 50 Future Thinker Award.
Best Connected Women: Shaa Wasmund and Lucy Marcus
11th October 2011
Shaa Wasmund and Lucy Marcus are triumphant as Director Magazine reveals the talented, respected and brilliantly connected women who have made it to the final six of their Best Connected Women shortlist.
Stephen Fry and Miranda Hart Host Olympic Ball
10th October 2011
Two of Britainâs best loved entertainers, Stephen Fry and Miranda Hart, hosted the 2011 BT British Olympic Ball at Kensington Olympia, where the exclusive guest list comprised Olympic champions, Team GB medal contenders, and sporting diverse personalities.
Benedict Allen at Cheltenham Literary Festival
4th October 2011
Benedict Allen, adventurer, author and corporate speaker, announces the release of his new book, Into The Abyss, at the Cheltenham Literary Festival.
Dee Caffari: World Sailor of the Year Nominee
29th September 2011
Dee Caffari, motivational speaker and inspirational keynote speaker, has been nominated for the coveted ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award.
Henley Literary Festival Boasts Speakers Cornerâs Best
28th September 2011
Henley-on-Thames, home of the annual royal regatta since 1839, and now also renowned for its literary festival, is gearing up for a long weekend of chat, books and authors, including some of Speakers Cornerâs best â Gervase Phinn, Alan Titchmarsh, Ben Fogle, and Former chief North America correspondent for the BBC, and Newsnight presenter, Gavin Esler.
Michael McIntyre Quits Britainâs Got Talent for Stand-Up
20th September 2011
Comedian Michael McIntyre has reportedly quit as a judge on Britainâs Got Talent so that he can focus on his comic career.
David Walliams Makes Dr. Who Cameo
19th September 2011
After his highly publicised charity swim of the Thames, Little Britain star and comedian David Walliams is set to make the media swarm around him once more - this time with a cameo appearance on Dr. Who.
Professor Robert Winston Graces the British Science Festival
15th September 2011
This month Robert Winston explores the themes of his recent book for children, Science Experiments, at the British Science Festival in Bradford.
Stephen Fry Back to Host BAFTAs
14th September 2011
Stephen Fry, comedian and writer, has been reinstated as presenter if the annual BAFTA ceremony, which he fronted for five years until Jonathan Ross took over in 2001.
Remembering 9/11 â A Decade On
12th September 2011
Speakers Corner holds a catalogue of corporate speakers with experience of the horrors of September 11th, or an insight into how the world has changed since.
TED Speaker and Futurist Rachel Armstrong Holds Online Chat
11th September 2011
What does the future hold? This is the $64,000 question that cannot be answered but is open to informed and intelligent speculation, and is a frequently used tool, helping to motivate companies in the current climate of economic gloom.
Dame Stella Rimington Presents Booker Prize Nominees
7th September 2011
Dame Stella Rimington, keynote speaker, author and former Director-General of MI5, announced the six shortlisted authors for the 2011 Man Booker Prize for Fiction.
David Walliams Tackles the Thames
6th September 2011
In a valiant attempt to raise money for Sport Relief, Little Britain star and awards host David Walliams, plunged into the freezing River Thames in his quest to swim the 140-mile length of the River.
Alexis Conran Launches New Series of The Real Hustle
5th September 2011
Card-sharp hustler and charismatic after dinner speaker Alexis Conran launches the 10th series of The Real Hustle on BBC 3.
Rageh Omaar Explores Islam for BBC2
31st August 2011
Rageh Omaar, TV news personality and corporate speaker, will delve into the life of the Prophet Muhammad for a three-part documentary series for BBC 2 called The Life of Muhammad.
Spotlight on Lucy Marcus, Contender for Thinkers 50 Poll 2011
19th August 2011
Lucy Marcus is Founder and CEO of Marcus Venture Consulting and a highly experienced conference and keynote speaker on global economic trends and best practices for investment. Lucy has been nominated for the 2011 Thinkers 50.
Brian Dowling Steps into Davinaâs Big Brother Shoes
18th August 2011
That theme music, that Geordie voiceover, and the biggest pool ever â the Big Brother house is back â but Davina McCall isn't â the veteran presenter has been replaced by (double) former Big Brother winner Brian Dowling.
Amanda Byram Hunts Down New Comedy Talent
16th August 2011
Presenter Amanda Byram has been confirmed as host of the new Sky1 talent show in which comedians who fail to entertain will be ejected from the stage via trap doors, bungee cords or explosions.
BBC Daytime announces two brand new series for the autumn commemorating the war effort
11th August 2011
The programmes presented by Gethin Jones and Jules Hudson will look back at the war effort made by thousands of Britons from the Second World War to the present day.
New Dragons' Den Star Hilary Devey
1st August 2011
New Dragons' Den star Hilary Devey showed what she's made of as she joined the new series on BBC2 last night.
Ellen MacArthur âForce of Natureâ in Sustainability
26th July 2011
Dame Ellen MacArthur, round-the-world yachtswoman and motivational speaker of the highest caliber, leaves the Ocean behind to become an advocate for systemic change in the way business operates, writes Jo Confino for gaurdian.co.uk.
35 Women under 35: Entrepreneurs Recognised
22nd July 2011
Management Today has announced their list of 35 Women Under 35, and this year the catalogue of high-fliers belongs to the entrepreneur. Over half the women on the list have been recognised for their start-ups â including the woman who designed Lady Gagaâs knickers!
Tim Harford Inspires at TED
19th July 2011
As TED Global winds down for another year, Speakers Corner looks back on some of the most inspiring events in Edinburgh. One of the most popular talks was by Economics writer Tim Harford who studies complex systems - and finds a surprising link among the successful ones: they were built through trial and error.
Marcus Brigstocke , Shappi Khorsandi and James Naughtie at Dartington Festival
18th July 2011
Top Speakers Corner comedians Marcus Brigstocke and Shappi Khorsandi take centre stage at the Dartington Hall Ways With Words Festival, alongside TV personalities James Naughtie and Peter Snow, and Stella Rimington, author and ex Director General of MI5.
Omid Djalili, Marcus Brigstocke amongst Speakers Corner Names at Latitude Festival
15th July 2011
Henham Park in Suffolk is alight with the cream of the music and comedy world as the Latitude Festival kicks off with highlights such as Paolo Nutini and Suede as well as the very best from the worlds of comedy, literature,
Jon Snow, Ed Byrne and Al Murray at New Horizons Comedy Benefit
11th July 2011
Two of Speakers Cornerâs top comedians Ed Byrne and Al Murray gather fellow comics to help Londonâs homeless for a one-off gig at the Prince Edward Theatre in Soho, London. The New Horizons Comedy Benefit will also feature Lucy Porter, Dan Antopolski and Simon Evans, and will be chaired by Jon Snow.
Frank Skinner and Christian OâConnell Win at Radio Awards
8th July 2011
Comedians David Baddiel and Frank Skinner were crowned kings of the airwaves at the Arqiva Commercial Radio Awards, as Feature of the Year winners for their Absolute Radio show. Speakers Corner favourite, Christian OâConnell also took home a gong for his Absolute Radio breakfast show, and Alex Masterley was nominated in the Best Branded Content category for his show on Classic FM.
Evelyn Glennie Stars At Cheltenham Music Festival
4th July 2011
The Cheltenham Music Festival has become one of the most popular UK summer festivals, previously boasting the highest calibre of international musicians, and this year is no exception. Percussionist and after dinner speaker Evelyn Glennie headlines at an event which promises to ignite the musical passions of South West England.
Atul Kochhar and Jimmy McGhie Bring Food and Laughter to Jamie Oliverâs Big Feastival
1st July 2011
Food guru Jamie Oliver hosts a brand new festival combining top-class food with the worldâs best live music and comedy. Comedian Jimmy McGhie provides the laughs and celebrity chef Atul Kochhar brings the food!
Pete Cohen Takes Control
29th June 2011
Motivational speaker and life coach Pete Cohen speaks to journalist Victoria Lambert about how to take control of your life in order to achieve your aims. Drawing on his talent as a life strategist, human behaviourist, health and fitness professional, business consultant and best selling author, Pete Cohen is highly qualified to help those looking for a bit of direction.
Charles Hazlewood Presents Dance Programme
28th June 2011
Charles Hazlewood, conductor and engaging motivational speaker, presents a programme called Dance! The Most Incredible Thing About Contemporary Dance.
Gethin Jones Holds Out For a Hero
21st June 2011
Gethin Jones â one of the UK's best loved TV presenters and awards host extraordinaire â has announced he will host a new ITV studio gameshow called Holding Out For A Hero.
Sebastian Faulks and Alex Bellos Grace the Queenâs Park Literary Festival
10th June 2011
Festival season continues â and this week the UKâs literati head to North West London for the first ever Queenâs Park literary
Orange Prize Honours Youngest Winner
9th June 2011
First-time author Tea Obreht has won this yearâs Orange Prize for Fiction. The 25 year old is the youngest recipient of the ÂŁ30,000 award â received in recognition of her novel The Tigerâs Wife â the story of a young doctor on a journey through the war-torn Balkans.
Bear Grylls Says thereâs No Place Like Home
8th June 2011
TV adventurer Bear Grylls speaks to the Sunday Times about his love of travelling and the equal thrill he gets from coming home.
Jonathon Porritt, Brian Cox and Robert Winston Star at the Cheltenham Science Festival
6th June 2011
Professor Robert Winston - scientist and TV presenter, Sir Jonathon Porritt - eminent writer, broadcaster and commentator on sustainable development, and Brian Cox - scientist, TV presenter and musician are some of the leading lights at this yearâs Cheltenham Science Festival. All three are knowledgeable and scintillating keynote speakers, who will enthral the crowds at the UKâs most popular science festival.
Tony Fernandes and Arianna Huffington Amongst 100 Most Creative People In Business
2nd June 2011
Entrepreneur Tony Fernandes; media mogul Arianna Huffington; facebook genius Chris Cox and happiness expert Tony Hsieh, are some of the top names on a list of the 100 Most Creative People In Business, compiled by industry magazine Fast Company.
David Walliams Gears Up For Stoke Newington Literary Festival
1st June 2011
As book fans gear up for the Stoke Newington Literary Festival, Speakers Cornerâs lettered finest polish off their radio mikes for the start of one of the newest festivals of the season. David Walliams, BBC presenter Dan Cruickshank, playwright Steven Berkoff , Alexei Sayle, Howard Marks and Stewart Lee are all set to take part in the second Stoke Newington Literary Festival.
Alexis Conran Hosts Exclusive Speakers Corner Evening
25th May 2011
On Tuesday May 24th, 2011, Soho House was the setting for Speakers Cornerâs latest showcase with The Real Hustleâs Alexis Conran. An elite audience was treated to card sharp entertainment and scintillating chat â although they were all advised to keep a firm hold of their wallets!
The âHeston Effectâ Hits Home
24th May 2011
TV chef and restaurateur extraordinaire Heston Blumenthal has inspired a nation of kitchen show-offs, according to the Waitrose magazine. Blumenthal, Waitroseâs food ambassador, has driven the âHeston Effectâ into UK homes.
Entrepreneursâ Forum Boasts Speakers Corner's Best
20th May 2011
The North East of England is the venue for the Entrepreneursâ Forum, where a handful of Speakers Cornerâs top talent take the stage to inspire business leaders and aspirational executives from all over the UK. Hamish McRae, Sarah Willingham, Tim Smit, James Timpson, James Cracknell, and Simon Calver are all on the programme, as are Kanya King, Douglas McWilliams, Karen Mattison, John Timpson and Richard Huntingford â all inspiration and charismatic public speakers.
Lucy Siegleâs New Book Talks Fashion
18th May 2011
Fashionistas beware! Lucy Siegle, journalist, author and presenter, releases a new book which takes a detailed and candid look at how we buy and what we wear. Siegle, featured on the front page of the Daily Mail Life and Style magazine, discusses how fleeting trends and bargains are not healthy for the environment, for the economy or for fashion!
Laura Tenison Shortlisted as Business Ambassador
16th May 2011
Jojo Maman Bebe founder Laura Tenison has made the shortlist for Stylist Magazineâs Business Ambassador. The free lifestyle magazine has launched a search for an inspirational female entrepreneur to motivate its readers.
Alex Wins Radio âOscarâ
11th May 2011
Daily Telegraph cartoon Alex, has won a Sony Academy Award for Best Use of Branded Content. Alex Masterley on Classic FM â a 10âweek radio show that was part of a reâbrand campaign â took home the gong from the UK radio industryâs âOscarsâ, which took place at Grosvenor House in London.
Bear Grylls Travels Transylvania
9th May 2011
Prepare for tension and thrills as acclaimed explorer and motivational speaker Bear Grylls braves the rugged landscape of the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, Romania in an adventure documentary on the Discovery Channel.
Brian Cox Sells Out at Cheltenham Science Festival
5th May 2011
Brian Cox - scientist, TV presenter and musician, is hosting one of the first events to sell out at The Cheltenham Science Festival, and as a result has announced a second event. Cox, who was a guest director at last yearâs festival, has set up a Wonders of the Universe event, based on the hit BBC TV series.
Lord Sugar Begins Search for new Apprentice
4th May 2011
Lord Alan Sugar has warned that he doesnât want any losers on the new series of The Apprentice. As Karren Brady and Nick Hewer prepare for another series as Lord Alanâs advisers, the hopeful candidates are preparing themselves for a gruelling 12 weeks. The business wannabes have been warned by Alan Sugar that things will not go well if they are unwilling to get their hands dirty.
Lee Mack Lands Prime-Time TV Show
1st May 2011
Lee Mack, stand-up comedian and awards host, has landed a BBC prime-time Saturday-night entertainment show â as well as two more series of his sitcom Not Going Out.
Huw Edwards, Fiona Bruce and Phillip Schofield Take Royal Wedding Front Seats
29th April 2011
The big day has arrived, and Speakers Cornerâs top personalities bag the best seats at the wedding of the year. Newsreader, awards host and after dinner speaker Huw Edwards takes the reins for the BBC, alongside female colleagues Fiona Bruce and Sophie Raworth, who will present full coverage of Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding day. Phillip Schofield will do the honours for ITV, with Julie Etchingham by his side.
Dom Jolyâs First Live Show at Southbank
26th April 2011
Top UK entertainer Dom Joly brings his first ever live show to The Southbank - the location for E4âs huge upside down cow â the infamous Udderbelly. Also taking to the âpurple cowâ stage this Spring are top comedians Jenny Ăclair, Mark Dolan, Mitch Benn and Rory Bremner.
Jason Bradbury Hosts New âRobotic Hareâ Quiz Show
25th April 2011
TV presenter and charismatic live awards host Jason Bradbury is fronting a new game show in which two teams are invited into the underground forest of a 4ft robotic hare, voiced by Sue Perkins, where they face a series of physical and mental challenges.
Nicky Campbell and Davina McCall Reunite Families
22nd April 2011
Tune in to ITV 1 this week to catch Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell turning detective to reunite families on a new series. Long Lost Family will bring people together with living relatives they have failed to track down. The series will look at how people become estranged, and then follow the process of tracing relatives, to conclude with an emotional reunion.
David Starkey Says Kate and Will are Perfect Match
21st April 2011
Esteemed historian and adept after dinner speaker David Starkey believes that Kate Middleton is part of a new âsocial eliteâ and is therefore a perfect match for Prince William, notwithstanding her technical âcommonerâ status.
Kateâs Dress is for the Women, Says Huw Edwards
20th April 2011
When it comes to the Royal Wedding, newsreader and esteemed after dinner speaker Huw Edwards will become the countryâs authority on every detail - except one. The BBCâs official wedding host has passed over the job of commentating on Kate Middletonâs bridal gown to the women, his co-presenters Fiona Bruce and Sophie Raworth.
Stephen Mulhern is Back on Britainâs Got More Talent!
19th April 2011
As a new series of Britianâs Got Talents hits the screens, and the search for the new Susan Boyle takes shape, TV presenter, awards host and after dinner speaker Stephen Mulhern takes the reins of the spinoff, Britainâs Got More Talent â a behind the scenes look at the popular show.
Boris Johnson Plans London Cycling Marathon
15th April 2011
As London prepares for the annual marathon, Mayor Boris Johnson announces plans for the world's largest timed bike race in the capital. On March 17th, as professional and amateur runners take to the streets of London, Boris Johnson announces plans for The âLondon Marathon on Wheelsâ â a parallel race for the worldâs top pro riders. Scheduled for 2013, the race will see up to 30,000 cyclists taking to the streets on their bikes in a televised race.
Dee Caffari Sets New Record
13th April 2011
Dee Caffari, yachtswoman and motivational speaker, has completed the Barcelona World Race and set a new record.
Jason Bradbury Releases Third Gadget Book
12th April 2011
Gadget Show presenter and hoverboard inventor Jason Bradbury releases the final instalment of his Dot Robot techno-thriller trilogy, Cyber Gold. The TV presenter, after dinner speaker and awards host spoke to the Young Times about his latest literary outing and his favourite gadgets.
Sahar Hashemi Inspires as London Drinks Coffee
5th April 2011
Bean Queen Sahar Hashemi, co-founder of Coffee Republic and inspirational after dinner speaker delivers a strong message, as London celebrates the tastiest bean on earth with a whole week dedicated to the nationâs favourite drink.
Times Literary Festival Welcomes Speakers Cornerâs Top Orators
4th April 2011
Oxford is the centre of the book-reading world this week as the elite literati gather for the annual Sunday Times Literary Festival, and Speakers Corner is proud to present a handful of its best who will be giving inspirational and entertaining presentations.
Sarah Outen Sets Off Around the World
1st April 2011
Adventurer and motivational speaker Sarah Outen embarks on an epic adventure which starts at Tower Bridge in London â and ends in Tower Bridge â via the world!
Karren Brady Takes on Health
31st March 2011
Karren Brady â first woman of football â is encouraging people to discover their health age as part of Bupaâs Helping You Find Healthy campaign. The brilliant Apprentice star and motivational speaker, spoke to The Times about her battle with illness and how important her health has become.
Ben Fogle Joins Prince Harry At the North Pole
30th March 2011
Adventurer and motivational speaker Ben Fogle joins Prince Harry and a group of wounded soldiers as they trek to the North Pole for charity.
Michelle McDowell Named 2011 Veuve Cliquot Businesswoman of the Year
29th March 2011
Michelle McDowell - a civil engineer who was responsible for the ÂŁ70m redevelopment of the Royal Albert Hall - has been named Veuve Clicquot Business Woman of the year.
Eamonn Holmes Confirmed as Skyâs Royal Wedding Host
23rd March 2011
Sky News anchor Eamonn Holmes has confirmed that he will host the channel's coverage of Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding in April.
Is James Cracknell Unstoppable?
22nd March 2011
Former Olympic rower James Cracknell hits TV screens this week, documenting his recovery from an accident that damaged his brain.
David Walliams âExhaustedâ by 24 Hour Comic Relief Show
14th March 2011
As Red Nose Day draws closer, the stars are out in force, including comedy writer and Little Britain star David Walliams who hosted a tiring day-long panel show marathon to be shown (in shortened form!) on BBC3 over three nights this week.
Sparks Fly With David Starkey In Jamieâs Dream School
1st March 2011
Outspoken historian David Starkey sparked chaos in the classroom as part of Jamie Oliverâs new Dream School series by becoming involved in an altercation with a pupil. The programme tackles state education in the UK and will be aired this week.
Horlick Backs Quotas To Get Women in the Boardroom
25th February 2011
Nicola Horlick has called for positive discrimination to get women into the boardroom, according to the Evening Standard.
Armstrong, Hashemi and Leadbeater Amongst â10 Biggest Thinkersâ â Director Magazine
23rd February 2011
Director magazine has voted scientist Rachel Armstrong amongst Britainâs top ten original thinkers â an elite group of people who have produced big ideas which have helped shape the UK's economic recovery.
Tim Campbell Talks About The Bright Ideas Trust
17th February 2011
As Apprenticeship Week 2011 draws to a close, Tim Campbell talks to Metro about motivating young people to become a success.
Kingâs Speech Steals The Show at Baftas
14th February 2011
The art of public speaking has never been so widely extolled as now. British-made The Kingâs Speech was the toast of the land last night at the glittering Orange Bafta awards, as it swept the board with seven wins, including Best Film.
Jeremy Paxman Takes â20 per cent pay cutâ
11th February 2011
Broadcaster and journalist Jeremy Paxman has signed a deal with the BBC involving a 20 per cent pay cut, reports the Daily Mail.
Geoff Burch Wins Business Communicator of the Year
9th February 2011
The UK Speechwritersâ Guild has announced that speaker and author Geoff Burch is their Business Communicator of the Year 2011!
Alan Titchmarsh Signs New Presenting Deal with ITV
7th February 2011
Alan Titchmarsh â prolific broadcaster and gardener extraordinaire - has signed a new deal with ITV thought to be worth around ÂŁ11m, reports The Sun.
Dermot OâLeary Shortlisted For US X Factor
4th February 2011
TV host Dermot O'Leary has reportedly made the shortlist for his dream job - presenting the American version of The X Factor, according to The Mirror.
Stars Meet on Live TV as Facebook âDealsâ Launched In UK
2nd February 2011
The Social Network star Jesse Eisenberg has finally met Facebook founder Mark Zuckerbeg face-to-face - on national TV.
Ricky Gervais Asked To Host Next Yearâs Golden Globes
1st February 2011
TV funnyman and experienced awards host Ricky Gervais has been asked to host the Golden Globes for a third time, despite the controversy surrounding his âperformanceâ at this yearâs ceremony.
David Jason, Bruce Forsythe and Ant and Dec win at TV Awards
28th January 2011
Dermot OâLeary took on the glitziest job of the year as presenter of the 16th National Television Awards, which were broadcast to the nation on TV last night. Winners on the night included David Jason, Bruce Forsythe and Ant and Dec.
Mary Portas puts shoppers first in her new series, Secret Shopper
19th January 2011
With a series of wigs and hidden cameras, mary portas is back on our screens with her new series Secret Shopper. This time she is tackling customer service using the Queen of Shops formula to sort out struggling high street chains.
2010 Global Womenâs Leadership Conference
6th December 2010
Keynote speaker Lucy Marcus joined Dr. Condoleezza Rice, Professor Laura Tyson and Oscar-nominated actress Sigourney Weaver for the conference on âWomen, Change and Visionâ in Seoul, Korea
Speakers Laura Tenison MBE & Lucy Marcus name their Top Female Role Models
2nd December 2010
Speakers including Laura Tenison MBE â the Founder and MD of JoJo Maman Bebe â and Lucy Marcus â the CEO and Founder of Marcus Venture Consulting â have been considering the female role models who have inspired their success.
Tess Daly and Terry Wogan to host Children in Need night 2010
19th November 2010
BBC Children in Need returns to our screens tonight hosted by Tess Daly and Sir Terry Wogan. The BBC's annual charity fundraising spectacular will aiming to raise millions for good causes at home and abroad. The seven hour marathon show will feature some of the UK's top TV, musical and theatrical personalities and acts.
Cheltenham Festival set for record breakerâ
11th October 2010
The Cheltenham Literature Festival looks set for a record breaking year with more than 100,000 tickets sold before the first event opened on Friday, just 10,000 tickets than were sold during the whole of the 2009 festival.
Catch Charlie Luxton at the National Home Improvement Show
1st October 2010
Celebrity experts Charlie Luxton, Michael Holmes, Julia Kendell, and Matt James will be appearing at the National Home Improvement Show to answer visitors' questions and share their passions at special sessions. The National Home Improvement Show runs from today until Sunday at Earls Court in London.
Tonight Sir Clive Woodward Talks on BBC Oneâs âInside Sportâ
28th September 2010
Tonight Inside Sport asks the question âIs professionalism killing sport?â Is there too little enjoyment and is it affecting sporting performances? Motivational speaker Sir Clive Woodward, Usain Bolt and Roger Federer give their opinions.
The Secret of Stephen Fryâs Wit? Imagination...
20th September 2010
If you are thinking of a personality who is lauded for their wit, Stephen Fry is a name that may immediately spring to mind. Stephen, who is presenting âStephen Fry Liveâ at the Royal Albert Hall tonight, says that imagination rather than intellectual prowess is the key.
Catch The Rob Brydon Show tonight on BBC 2
17th September 2010
Comedian, actor, and panel show host, Rob Brydon can add another string to his CV tonight with the first episode of his new chat show, The Rob Brydon Show. The star of Gavin and Stacey will be joined by David Walliams, Tom Deacon and Tm Jones in tonight's first show.
Strictly Come Dancing kicks off this Saturday
9th September 2010
This Saturday Strictly Come Dancing co-hosted by presenter and awards host Tess Daly will be raring and ready to go for the start of the eighth series. Felicity Kendal, Ann Widdecombe, Gavin Henson and Destinyâs Child star Michelle Williams will all be competing for this yearâs title.
New show Daybreak with Adrian Chiles and Christine Bleakley has kicked off
6th September 2010
The new show Daybreak replaced GMTV today and presenters Adrian Chiles and Christine Bleakley were enjoying the views from the Southbank as the sun rose on their brand new studio
Graham Norton to take over the Friday Night with Jonathan Ross slot
1st September 2010
The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
Parents don't spend enough time playing with their children says Professor Tanya Byron
27th August 2010
Professor Tanya Byron's latest report indicates that family games are becoming a lost art, as time pressures, miscommunication, boredom, and lack of clear advice are cited by parents as contributing factors to not spending enough time playing with their children.
Radio Presenters & Interviewers are More Popular than Ever
5th August 2010
There has been a big boost in radio listeners over the past few months and interviewing and hosting skills make radio presenters such as Evan Davies and Sarah Montague some of the best conference facilitators around.
Joan Bakewell investigates the 'burden' of care for the elderly
26th July 2010
Deciding how Britain will pay for the care of its ageing citizens cannot be delayed any longer says Dame Joan Bakewell. Dame Joan has been travelling around the country to make a special programme for Panorama looking at the options of how to cope with the cost of caring for an ageing population.
A Third of Women Take on the Role of Breadwinner
20th July 2010
As a survey announces the rise of womenâs involvement in domestic financial affairs, speakers such as entrepreneur Kanya King MBE and scientist Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE are also becoming increasingly popular. However, is there more to the figures than initially meets the eye?
Martha Lane Fox's bid to get everyone in Britain online
14th July 2010
Internet entreprenuer and digital champion Martha Lane Fox has launched a initiative to help the 10 million people living in the UK who have never used the internet. Martha believes that these are the people that the internet can help most, providing them with access to online services they currently are unable to utilise.
This year TED Global will focus on the good news
9th July 2010
TED Global, the famously invite only conference starts in Oxford on Monday. This year, speakers have been chosen to highlight the good news - the breakthroughs, discoveries, new science, new technology and new thinking beneath the troubled newspaper headlines.
Management Today reveals it's '35 Women Under 35' for 2010
7th July 2010
The women chosen by MT are imaginative and hard working, determined to thrive in tough times. Web entrepreneurs, record label executives, fashionistas, hedge fund managers and a structured credit sales woman made the list.
David Beckham to Appear on Final âFriday Night with Jonathan Rossâ
1st July 2010
It has been announced that David Beckham will be joining presenter and awards host Jonathan Ross on the sofa for his last ever show in two weeks time.
John Prescott heads all star line up at the Borders Book Festival
16th June 2010
The Borders Book Festival kicks off tomorrow in the stunning setting of Harmony Gardens in Melrose. The festival has grown in to a national UK event over 4 days in June. This year the organisers have once again bagged themselves an impressive speaker line up including, John Prescott, Kate Adie, Gervase Phinn, John Simpson, Victoria Wood and Rory Bremner.
Will Piers Morgan Replace Larry King in the US?
15th June 2010
Reports suggest that presenter and keynote speaker Piers Morgan may be very close to signing a deal to replace Larry King on CNNâs nightly interview show.
Arjun Rajyagor Wins Junior Apprentice 2010
11th June 2010
17 year old Arjun from Essex won the first series of Junior Apprentice last night, & the juniors showed the adults a thing or two as they posted the biggest profits ever recorded since The Apprentice began. Business keynote speaker Karren Brady was on hand to assist 'Uncle Lord Sugar'.
Heston Blumenthalâs Sweet Shop at Cheltenham Science Festival
9th June 2010
Science and sweets? It could only be Heston. The Cheltenham Science Festival kicks off today and chef extraordinaire and Bafta nominee Heston Blumenthal will be presenting his 'Sweet Shop' of delights.
Spelbound Wins Britain's Got Talent
7th June 2010
On Saturday night Spelbound took the crown of Britainâs Got Talent, and if they achieve anywhere near the success of last yearâs winner dance group Diversity they will be on a dazzling trajectory.
Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell to front 'Long Lost Families' show for ITV
18th May 2010
Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell have signed up to host a new show on ITV1 that will help reunite familes. Long Lost Family will start in the Autumn, and will look at how people become estranged as well as the process of tracing lost relatives. "I've never been so excited about a show in my career," said Nicky. "I have a deep emotional connection with it, being an adopted person and having traced my own birth families."
Julie Walters leads the way in Bafta TV Awards nominations
17th May 2010
Julie Walters leads Bafta 2010 TV nominations after being nominated for twice in the leading actress category â for Mo and A Short Stay in Switzerland â in this year's television awards. David Mitchell, Harry Hill, Sophie Okonedo and Miranda Hart are all nominated twice too. Michael McIntyre received his first nomination in the entertainment category for his Comedy Roadshow.
First episode of BBC1's Junior Apprentice with Lord Sugar, Karren Brady & Nick Hewer tonight
12th May 2010
A new series, Junior Apprentice, starts tonight with Lord Sugar putting a group of 16 & 17 year olds through some interesting business tasks. In the first episode, the challenge is to sell ÂŁ500 worth of cheese at a London market. At Alan Sugar's side are Karren Brady and Nick Hewer
Entrepreneurs Jo Malone and Nick Leslau star in new BBC1 business series called High Street Dreams
11th May 2010
Two entrepreneurs present High Street Dreams, a new BBC1 business series mixing business and entertainment. Jo Malone, the founder of the luxury fragrance empire of the same name, together with property tycoon Nick Laslau offer sound advice to entrepreneurs who want to bring their product to the high street and a mass market.
The 2010 Time 100 Most Influential People include world leaders, thought leaders, heroes & artistes
7th May 2010
The 2010 Time 100 has just been announced and Barak Obama, Bill Clinton, Lady Gaga, Simon Cowell, Serena Williams, Oprah Winfrey, Elton John, Prince and Steve Jobs are amongst the one hundred world leaders, thought leaders, artists and heroes included in the list. Time Magazine have been compiling a list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World every year since 1999. It was thought that the 20th Century would be remembered most for science and technology and, at that time, Albert Einstein was crowned the Person of the Century.
Adrian Chiles on his way to ITV as its all change on the magazine show front
20th April 2010
Adrian Chiles is on his way to host GMTV as it is all change on both ITV's GMTV and the BBC's One Show as rumours are flying around regarding who will be hosting alongside Adrian Chiles and be taking over from him on The One Show - it is already known that Chris Evans will be hosting on Friday but beyond that is all speculation
The controller of Radio 4, Mark Damazer, leaves the speech station to become Master of St Peter's College, Oxford
15th April 2010
Peter Damazer, the head of Radio 4, has announced his departure from the speech station to take up an academic role. He will leave the BBC in October to become Master of St Peter's College, Oxford. Under Mark Damazer's watch, Radio 4's listening figures are the highest in a decade and decisions such as bringing Evan Davis to The Today Programme and Kirsty Young to present Desert Island Discs won him much praise from the listeners.
Paralympian Tanni Grey Thompson takes her place in the House of Lords
14th April 2010
Paralympic gold medallist Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson has taken her place in the House of Lords as a people's peer. Baroness Grey-Thompson, from Redcar, is Britain's most successful Paralympian, with 11 gold medals in wheelchair racing, as well as seven golds in world championships. She has set 30 world records in her career.
A spate of gardening programmes unleashed including Alys Fowler's The Edible Garden
13th April 2010
Numerous gardening programmes have hit the screens this month. Gardeners' World is back and there is a second series of Grow Your Own Drugs with James Wong. The newist gardening show to be aired is The Edible Gardener, which is presented by Alys Fowler hoping to appeal to the younger generation of gardeners.
Author, actress & comedienne, Meera Syal plays Shirley Valentine
12th April 2010
The part in Willy Russel's Shirley Valentine, which was made famous in the film by Pauline Collins, is currently being perfomed on stage by the award-winning actress, comedienne and author, Meera Syal. Shirley Valentine is part of a Willy Russell season at the Chocolate Mernier Factory in London and Meera Syal, in the lead role, has received rave reviews.
Veuve Clicquot Business Woman of the Year award nominees
24th March 2010
Ethics and the environment have been added to the list of criteria covering the selection of this year's Veuve Clicquot Business Woman of the Year award. The finalists are Laura Tenison, Gill Riley, Victoria Stapleton and Louise Wymer.
International Woman's Day is today as the first woman, Kathyrn Bigelow, wins Best Director
8th March 2010
International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. In some countries like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, IWD is a national holiday. The first IWD was run in 1911.
All Change at GMTV
4th March 2010
It's all change at GMTV as Penny Smith is leaving and John Stapleton moving to a 'special correspondent' role. John will be taking a more serious look at some of the m ajor issues of the day in order to raise the gravitas of the programme. Meanwhile Penny is presenting a new series on Radio 2 looking at poetry.
Dermot O'Leary hosts the glittering 2010 National Television Awards, Loose Women win Most Popular Factual programme and Stephen Fry the Special Recogn
25th January 2010
Daytime viewers of Loose Women voted it the Most Popular Factual progamme at the 2010 National Television Awards with panelists Carol McGiffin and Sherrie Hewson collecting the award on the night. The television award ceremony was hosted by Dermot O'Leary who was also part of the winning X Factor team. Entertainment was provided by X Factor's Joe McElderry and Jedwood - who would have thought...!
Some of Speakers Corner's favourite female business keynote speakers
19th January 2010
Speakers Corner are always delighted to highlight some of their favourite business and entrepreneurial female speakers. We are delighted to feature a few of them in this news article.
1,000 celebrities, speakers, comedians and television presenters have been added to 2010 edition of Who's Who
8th December 2009
Over 1,000 celebrities, comedians, speakers and television presenters have been added to the 2010 edition of Who's Who. David Walliams & Matt Lucas, Ant & Dec, Ricky Gervais, Bear Grylls, Martin Lewis and David Mitchell are all in the 162nd edition which now numbers 33,680 in total
Speakers Corner on Inclusivity and Diversity
1st October 2009
Links between diversity and company image and inclusivity and staff retention are well known but it is new factors coming to light around increased creativity and better customer service that are ensuring diversity and inclusivity are keys to success.
Terry Wogan confirms that Chris Evans will replace him as Radio 2 Breakfast host
7th September 2009
Sir Terry, 71, told listeners of the long-running Wake Up to Wogan that he would be stepping down at the end of the year.Chris Evans is due to take over the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show slot. However, Sir Terry will not be quitting the airwaves altogether as he has an exciting new show lined up. The DJ said this was the hardest decision he has ever had to make in his broadcasting career. Wake up to Wogan has an army of fans, 8 million of whom tune in on a daily basis to hear his idiosyncratic musings.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel tops the Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women for the 4th year
20th August 2009
The Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women 2009 list has been announced and for the fourth year running, German Chancellor Angela Merkel is number one. The list includes the 100 top women in politics, business and philanthropy.
Farewell & tributes for Fern Britton as she hands over to This Morning's new presenter Holly Willoughby
20th July 2009
Friday was Fern Britton's final day as presenter of This Morning with Phillip Schofield and she was given a star-studded send off with celebrity accolades from Paul O'Grady, Michael Ball, Matthew Kelly, Ricky Gervais, Jonny Vegas and even the Duchess of Kent. After much speculation, the new presenter of the ITV show is Holly Willoughby.
Sony Radio Award Winners include Speakers Corner facilitators, awards hosts and speakers
13th May 2009
Many of Speakers Corner's favourite awards hosts, facilitators and speakers achieved success this year in the Sony Radio awards including Nicky Campbell and Shelagh Fogerty who won the blue riband 'Breakfast Show of the Year Award', Nick Ferrari, Simon Mayo, Christian O'Connell and the host for the awards, Chris Evans
Harry Hill wins Bafta for best entertainment performer at the TV awards last night
27th April 2009
For the second year running, Harry Hill has taken the coveted best entertainment performance prize at the Bafta TV Awards. Other notable winners included David Attenborough who won the specialist factual programme award for 'Life in Cold Blood' and David Mitchell won the best comedy performance category for 'Peep Show'. Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders were presented with the Fellowship, the Academy's highest accolade, in recognition of their popular shows together and their individual programmes such as "The Vicar of Dibley."
Jamie Oliver cooks for the G20 Wives and some of the UK's most influential women at No.10
3rd April 2009
As the world leaders dined while discussing the current economic crisis, their wives mingled with some of the UK's top female talent. Michelle Obama and Sarah Brown were joined by Olympic Gold Medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes, and Harry Potter author, JK Rowling on their table at the Summit Dinner on wednesday evening.
Journalist, broadcaster & speaker, Lesley Abdela wins 2009 Woman Political Journalist of the Year Award
10th March 2009
Journalist, broadcaster and speaker on the international circuit, Lesley Abdela is the 2009 Winner of the Dods & Scottish Widows Women In Public Life Awards. Lesley has over 20 years experience in the fields of gender and democratic development and was one of the New Statesmanâs Top 50 Heroes Of Our Time (2006)
Why Women are having the last laugh
6th March 2009
Lynne Parker, former journalist and marketing consultant founded Funny Women in 2002, an organisation designed to help nuture female comedy talent, as well as boost women's confidence in the workplace using some tricks of the comedy trade. On sunday a host of celebrities including Gabby Logan and Janet Ellis will perform comedy sets as part of Celebrity Funny Women in aid of Action Aid's Put Your Foot Down Campaign.
Radio 4 Presenters do Comedy Stand-up for Comic Relief
27th February 2009
Four BBC Radio 4 presenters - Libby Purves, Evan Davis, Laurie Taylor and Peter White are being coached as comedians for Comic Relief by Milton Jones, Paul Merton, Shappi Khorsandi and Josie Long. "Being funny is no joke" says Libby Purves.
Entertainment & Arts Review of 2008
30th December 2008
A year of reality shows, great paintings and controversy - it all happened in the world of arts, television and radio in 2008. Here are some of the years highlights....
Children's BAFTA Nominations Announced
7th November 2008
Nominations are out for this year's EA British Academy Children's Awards. The event celebrates excellence in children's film, television and video games.
'Thrilled' Natasha Kaplinsky has a baby boy
29th September 2008
Natasha Kaplinsky gave birth to a baby boy The newsreader, 36, gave birth to her son, who has not been named, at a London hospital at 8.30am.
The Harper's Bazaar Women of the Year Awards
4th September 2008
The director of civil rights group Liberty won the Inspiration of the Year award. Shami Chakrabarti won the prize at the 2008 Harper's Bazaar Women of the Year Awards, with other winners including artist Tracy Emin.
Dame Tanni to boost women's sport
1st August 2008
Grey-Thompson says figures show that only 8% of young women play competitive sport Women in sport are not getting enough funding or media coverage, according to Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson.
Russell Brand & Chris Moyles pick up Sony award
13th May 2008
Comic Russell Brand has won a Gold award for his BBC Radio 2 show at this year's Sony awards. Radio 1's Chris Moyles took home the prize for Best Breakfast Show, beating Johnny Vaughan from Capital 95.8.
Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan move to digital broadcaster UKTV
18th April 2008
Chat show duo Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan will move to digital broadcaster UKTV in the autumn.
Radio 'Oscars' nominations revealed
10th April 2008
The BBC's dominance over the commercial radio sector is clear as it receives all nominations for Sony Station of the Year
Stars sign up to Sport Relief
5th February 2008
Sport Relief 2008 is all about challenging yourself, friends, family and colleagues to do something sporty to raise cash.
Parkinson's last stand
26th November 2007
The TV veteran handpicked the final lineup himself, which included David Beckham, Sir Michael Caine, Dame Judi Dench, Billy Connolly, Peter Kay, Dame Edna Everage.
Stars unite for Children in Need
16th November 2007
Pop stars, actors and TV presenters are joining forces to raise money for BBC Children in Need. The annual fundraising event culminates in a seven-hour BBC One show with performers including The Spice Girls, Kylie Minogue and Annie Lennox.
JACQUELINE GOLD VOTED BUSINESS ICON
14th November 2007
Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, has been voted one of the top business icons in a poll of women by Everywoman and NatWest Bank
The National Television Awards 2007
1st November 2007
In the end, the National Television Awards, which have been held in London, could have been rebranded Ant and Dec's Wednesday Night Takeaway.
Feeding Britain since 1947
15th October 2007
She is too modest to admit it, but 60 years ago Marguerite Patten was the Jamie Oliver of her day. Now, at 91, she is about to be named Woman of the Year
Stars come out for Radio 1 birthday
6th September 2007
Paul McCartney, Noel Gallagher and Tony Blackburn will present a series of programmes on Radio 1 as part of the station's 40th birthday celebrations
Awards haul for Coronation Street
5th September 2007
Coronation Street has won four prizes at the TV Quick and TV Choice awards, beating rival EastEnders to best soap
Revealed: 100 most powerful women
31st August 2007
ONE is the monarch, one the head of a male-dominated bastion of the business world and the other a controversial architect.
Torvill & Dean are back on the ice
18th January 2006
The UK's favourite ice dancers, Torvil & Dean are back on TV, training and coaching a group of celebrities in ITV's ice dance reality competition 'Dancing on Ice'
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