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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B B: £15k- £25k Vice chairman of Merrill Lynch Europe and former Director General of the CBI
D D: £5k-£10k With over 18 years of experience in business, technology and marketing strategy for financial services firms, Alex Sion is poised to become one of the industry's greatest disruptors. As the former President and co-founder of global banking phenomenon Moven, Alex Sion is set to 'take on' and change the banking world as we know it, impacting every aspect of the way in which banks operate and interact with their customers. He is currently with JP Morgan Chase.
C C: £10k-£15k Anatole Kaletsky is former Economics Editor, and former Editor-at-Large of The Times and writes on economics, politics and financial markets.
D D: £5k-£10k Andrea Leadsom is a British Conservative politician who served in the UK Government for over six years, including as Energy Minister, Leader of the House of Commons, and Business Secretary. She is able to speak about green growth, business and culture change.
C C: £10k-£15k Professor Andrew Scott is an award winning Chair of Economics at London Business School, he has spoken around the world including the World Economic Forum.
E E: £2k-£5k As Senior Economic Adviser at Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Dr Andrew Sentance is one of the world’s foremost financial experts.
A A: £25k and over Former Chief Economist & Director of the Global Competitiveness Program at the World Economic Forum, Augusto Lopez-Claros in an internationally renowned speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Professional poker player and entrepreneur, Caspar Berry’s keynotes deliver a unique, insightful and refreshing take on business.
D D: £5k-£10k Dan McCrum is an award-winning Financial Times journalist and author, best known for exposing the Wirecard scandal and bringing financial fraud to light with gripping clarity.
A A: £25k and over Dan Schulman, as the President and CEO Designee of PayPal, is at the forefront of the fintech revolution, fully understanding the critical need to stay ahead in a swiftly evolving landscape. Leading one of the premier entities in digital finance, Dan's profound insights into innovation and digital adaptability render him a highly esteemed speaker in the industry.
D D: £5k-£10k Daniel Lacalle has a PhD in Economics, professor of Global Economy and Finances, he is also an investment fund manager. He is one of the Top 20 most influential economists in the world under Richtopia’s ranking (2016).
B B: £15k- £25k Dr Daniel Susskind is an economist, bestselling author, and leading voice on artificial intelligence, work, and economic transformation. He serves as Mercers' School Memorial Professor of Business at Gresham College, a Digital Fellow at Stanford Digital Economy Lab, and advises the UK Government's Future of Work Unit on AI's impact on employment.
C C: £10k-£15k Economics speaker, David Blanchflower was named Business Person of the year in 2008 and was a member of the MPC at the Bank of England from 2006-2009
A A: £25k and over David Daokui Li is a prominent Chinese economist, a former member of the Monetary Policy Committee of the People’s Bank of China, and director of the Center for China in the World Economy.
C C: £10k-£15k David is highly regarded in FinTech, having led digital transformations at Lloyds Banking Group and Aviva, and later at Gartner's Global Digital Banking. He founded 11:FS, launching Natwest's challenger bank Mettle in the UK, demonstrating that big banks can effectively counter fintech competition.
C C: £10k-£15k Dame DeAnne Julius DCMG, CBE is a widely experienced international economist and former intelligence analyst for the CIA.
C C: £10k-£15k Dominique Moïsi is one of Europe's leading geo-strategic thinkers
C C: £10k-£15k Dr. Shirley Yu, began her career working in investment banking. However, it was in 2009, that Shirley joined CCTV (China Central Television) News. Shirley has become a leading figure in Chinese (and world) economy analysis, business entrepreneurship and is also highly-regarded financial host.
C C: £10k-£15k Duena is on a crusade to educate the financial sector on the concept of “Emotional Banking”.
B B: £15k- £25k A big player in British politics, Ed Balls is best-known for his position as UK Shadow Chancellor from 2011 to 2015, amongst other political accolades, such as his role as education secretary and position as Chief Economic advisor to the treasury.
B B: £15k- £25k Eduardo is a learner, leader, speaker and writer devoted to enabling a more learning-oriented world. As the founder of Mindset Works, he is passionate about helping people equip themselves and their organisations, for more agility and growth, and to get better at everything they do.
E E: £2k-£5k Emilie Bellet, a leading UK personal finance expert, champions women's financial empowerment as CEO of Vestpod and author of "You're Not Broke, You're Pre-rich," collaborating with top banks and tech firms.
A A: £25k and over Former President of Mexico who led profound democratic and social reforms; economist and advocate of multilateralism, inclusive globalisation, nuclear non-proliferation and drug policy reform.
A A: £25k and over The longest standing Spanish President is a sought after keynote speaker. His experiences of the politics & economics for Spain & Europe provides insights for all.
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Advice & FAQs about Keynote Speakers
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Our keynote speakers set the tone. They bring expertise, clarity and energy - sparking ideas, shifting mindsets and aligning audiences around a shared vision. Expect thought leadership grounded in real experience, delivered with confidence and authenticity.
Absolutely. Our keynote speakers are storytellers and strategists. They’ll take time to understand your business goals and tailor their content to align with your theme or objectives, making every message relevant and actionable.
Keynote speakers are essential for conferences, leadership meetings and company-wide gatherings where you want to inspire, unite or drive momentum. Whether opening or closing an event, a strong keynote sets the emotional and intellectual tone for everything that follows.
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