Keynote Speakers

The keynote sets the tone for everything that follows. It is the session your audience will remember, the moment that frames the themes of your event and the performance that people talk about afterwards. Getting it right matters.

If you are looking to hire a keynote speaker who can deliver that impact, our keynote speakers are hand picked for their ability to captivate an audience, deliver a clear message and leave a lasting impression. From business leaders and innovators to scientists, athletes and cultural figures, our keynote speakers for hire bring credibility, presence and insight that can elevate any conference, summit or corporate event.

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Why Book Keynote Speakers For Your Event?

Hiring experienced keynote speakers gives your event more than an opening or closing act. It provides a focal point that inspires your audience, reinforces your event themes and sets the standard for every session around it.

Our conference speakers cover a wide range of subjects, including leadership, technology, innovation, resilience, business strategy and the future of work. Whether you need someone to challenge thinking, share a powerful story or provide expert analysis, we match every brief with the right keynote speaker.

Keynote Speakers UK

Finding the right keynote speakers in the UK means looking beyond profile and focusing on who can genuinely connect with your audience and deliver against your event objectives. We work with keynote speakers across every subject and sector, from globally recognised thought leaders to emerging voices with fresh perspectives. If your event also needs a skilled moderator or host, you may want to explore our conference facilitators.

Guest Speakers for Corporate Events

If you are looking to book guest speakers for corporate events, it is important to find someone whose expertise aligns with your audience and whose delivery style suits your format. Our corporate keynote speakers regularly present at annual conferences, leadership summits, client events and industry forums. For events focused on motivation and performance, you may also be interested in our motivational speakers.

Find the Right Keynote Speaker for Your Event

At Speakers Corner, we take the time to understand your audience, goals and event format before recommending the most suitable keynote speakers. Every recommendation is tailored to ensure the right fit and real impact.

Seen someone who fits, or want help narrowing it down? Tell us about your event, or give us a call, and we will recommend keynote speakers who fit your audience, theme and objectives.

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Shaa Wasmund
E   E: £2k-£5k   Sháá Wasmund is a true entrepreneur, and a major player in the digital space. She has set up multiple businesses and was pivotal in launching the Dyson brand from its humble beginnings.
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Shaun Ellis
E   E: £2k-£5k   Shaun Ellis conducts research on wolves in a unique way – by living with the wolves becoming part of their world. He is a charismatic and inspiring speaker.
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Shivvy Jervis
B   B: £15k- £25k   Named as one of Britain's leading 'Women of the Year,' every day Shivvy Jervis helps millions discover the incredible human-centered innovations that will get business and society “future ready”. Her research is trusted by over 200 organisations, including Microsoft and the UN.
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Shlomo Ben-Ami
B   B: £15k- £25k   Shlomo Ben Ami was the chief Israeli negotiator at the Camp David summit in 2000. He applies his expertise on conflict resolution to managerial situations as well as international politics.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   Simon Calder is one of Britain's leading travel commentators, he writes regular columns in the Independant newspaper and is a presenter on TV's Holiday show.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Simon Calver is the former CEO of Mothercare and LOVE FiLM. His entrepreneurial spirit and personal success combine to establish a truly inspirational and charismatic keynote speaker.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   Country House Rescue presenter Simon Davis is an entrepreneur, restaurant and event consultant, country house specialist, journalist, publisher, keynote speaker and broadcaster.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Simon Devonshire OBE is the UK Government's Entrepreneur in Residence and writer of the incredibly successful Tall Man Blog.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   The founder of Bulldog Skincare For Men and Waken Mouthcare, Simon Duffy, MBE, is an expert on creative marketing and branding who shares his story with other innovative businesses.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Simon Jack is a financial journalist, broadcaster, and the BBC's Business Editor. He is also currently the Business and Economic Correspondent on Radio 4’s Today programme.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   The Times and London Evening Standard journalist, Simon Jenkins, is an engaging and knowledgeable commentator on the world we live in today.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Simon King draws on his extensive knowledge of the Natural World to provide lively and informative presentations drawing parallels to the business world.
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B   B: £15k- £25k   Simon Reeve is an adventurer, TV presenter and New York Times bestselling author with a passion for travel, wildlife, history, current affairs, conservation and the environment.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   Simon Singh is an author, journalist and TV producer who specialises in science and mathematics and opens up a fascinating world to anyone who hears him speak.
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E   E: £2k-£5k   Falkland's War Veteran, author, public speaker & charity supporter and holder of a CBE he received in 2016 for his charity work.
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C   C: £10k-£15k   Founder of Yo Sushi, entrepreneur Simon is a charismatic and motivational speaker and former Dragon on the hit television show Dragons Den.
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B   B: £15k- £25k   Sinclair Beecham MBE founded the world famous sandwich chain, Pret a Manger and is a powerful keynote speaker on the factors behind the success of all his business ventures.
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A   A: £25k and over   The rock icon who mobilised the world through Band Aid and Live Aid in the 1980s, raising over £150 million for famine relief, Sir Bob Geldof earned an honorary knighthood in 1986 and multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations for his humanitarian work. Beyond activism, he built successful ventures including Planet 24 and Groupcall, proving business acumen alongside passion.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Sir Ian McGeechan is a Scottish former rugby union player and coach, and is an ITV pundit.
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B   B: £15k- £25k   Sir Lloyd is a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist known for founding Travelex Group, with diverse business interests, a strong presence in charitable organisations, numerous prestigious honours, and affiliations, and a distinguished personal background.
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C   C: £10k-£15k   Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE is a four-time Olympic gold medallist and ten-time World Champion rower. Now a respected BBC broadcaster and member of Henley Royal Regatta's Committee, Matthew translates decades of elite sporting excellence into practical strategies for leadership, teamwork and sustained success.
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D   D: £5k-£10k   Sir Tim Smit KBE, co-founder of the Eden Project and restorer of the Lost Gardens of Heligan, has demonstrated how ambitious ideas can reshape entire regions. Since opening in 2001, the Eden Project has contributed £6.8 billion to the South West economy, welcomed over 22 million visitors, and inspired Eden Projects on every inhabited continent.
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A   A: £25k and over   Sol Rashidi is a pioneering executive in AI, data, and digital transformation, having held eight C-suite roles at Fortune 100 companies. Known for turning complex tech into business impact, she speaks candidly on AI adoption, innovation strategy, and leading transformation at scale.
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