After Dinner Speakers
The after dinner slot is one of the hardest to get right and one of the most rewarding when you do. Your audience has eaten, the formalities are winding down, and attention is at a premium. The right after dinner speaker can hold a room, land a story and leave guests talking about your event long after the evening ends.
If you are looking to book after dinner speakers who can deliver wit, warmth and genuine substance, our after dinner speakers are hand picked for their ability to entertain a professional audience while keeping the tone sharp and appropriate.
They bring experience from business, sport, politics, journalism and public life, combining humour with insight in a way that works across corporate dinners, awards ceremonies, gala events and private occasions.
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E E: £2k-£5k Adrian Webster, author of "Polar Bear Pirates", has done it all - riot policeman, milkman and now top motivational speaker.
E E: £2k-£5k As a Royal Marine, Alan Chambers spent 16 years exploring the world’s most hostile and thrilling environments, including jungles, deserts and frozen tundra.
B B: £15k- £25k One of the most feared strikers of modern times, Alan Shearer OBE is a record breaking football player who now has a highly successful media career working for the BBC.
A A: £25k and over Alex Banayan is an award-winning bestselling business author and renowned expert on perseverance and growth who has presented to corporate leadership teams around the world.
E E: £2k-£5k Alice Temperley MBE founded her eponymous label Temperley London in 2000, a year after graduating from the Royal College of Art. Alice continues to head up the creative direction of this British independent brand, now in its twentieth year of business.
C C: £10k-£15k Double Olympic Triathlon Champion Alistair Brownlee is an inspirational motivational speaker and co founder of The Brownlee Foundation. He is a Professional Triathletes Organisation Board member and was elected to the European Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission.
D D: £5k-£10k Andrea Leadsom is a British Conservative politician who served in the UK Government for over six years, including as Energy Minister, Leader of the House of Commons, and Business Secretary. She is able to speak about green growth, business and culture change.
D D: £5k-£10k The Director of Cricket for England, and the former England Test Cricket Captain, Andrew Strauss (OBE) is a keynote speaker who inspires businesses on change and leadership. Considered one of the finest batsmen in the game, Andrew won the coveted Ashes series an unprecedented 3 times and led the national side to world No.1 Test ranking.
E E: £2k-£5k Performance coach, endurance athlete, and motivational speaker, Anna-Marie Watson is well-versed in the art of working at the top of your game. Founder of the consultancy business Reach for More, Anna-Marie lives and breathes this motto herself, advocating peak performance, world-class leadership and intense motivation, she will inspire any audience.
C C: £10k-£15k Beth Mead is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the England national team. Beth was a player in the Lioness team at UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where she won the Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament, and Top Assist Provider.
D D: £5k-£10k Bruce Daisley is a best-selling author of 2019 “The Joy of Work”, which was the Sunday Times number one business bestseller, his follow up book, “Eat Sleep, Work Repeat”, is a compelling manifesto for an era overwhelmed with work pressures.
D D: £5k-£10k Cassandra Stavrou MBE founded PROPER Snacks in 2011 and grew it into the UK's first B Corp snacks company, pioneering palm oil free and Fairtrade standards whilst building a cult following across 20 countries.
D D: £5k-£10k Charismatic, entertaining and inspiring, Charles Hazlewood is a globally-renowned orchestra conductor on a mission: to expose the role that music can play in all our lives.
E E: £2k-£5k Charlie Martin is a racing driver aiming to make history as the first ever transgender competitor in the 24hrs of Le Mans.
E E: £2k-£5k With cricket in the genes, Chris is in demand for both after dinner and motivational speaking.
A A: £25k and over Astronaut and the first Canadian Commander of the International Space Station, Colonel Chris Hadfield is a pioneer of many historic 'firsts'. On the stage, he inspires audiences with 'An Astronaut's Guide To Life On Earth', his insights into leadership and managing change, and his passion for STEM.
D D: £5k-£10k Despite serious adversity in his life, Chris Moon continues to astound as he goes one step beyond perceived limits.
A A: £25k and over Ex-Governor of Hong Kong in charge of the handover to China in 1999, Lord Patten is an expert in emerging markets and a sought-after keynote speaker and commentator on world affairs.
POA POA: Contact Us David Miliband was the United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary from 2007 to 2010. Aged 41, he became the youngest person in 30 years to hold the position. He is now President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee where he oversees the agency's relief and development operations in over 40 countries.
C C: £10k-£15k Dharshini David, the BBC’s Global Trade Correspondent, is a highly experienced broadcaster and economist. With experience as a Government economist before moving to HSBC Investment Bank as their UK Economist, Dharshini is adept at explaining the complex financial world to the public.
C C: £10k-£15k Dr. Alex George has become a leading voice amongst healthcare professionals in the UK as an A&E & TV doctor who originally rose to fame on Love Island. Alex uses his platform to make health and medicine more accessible to all
A A: £25k and over Emma Hayes led Chelsea to numerous successes, including six Women's Super League titles and five FA Cups, and was honoured with an MBE and OBE for her contributions to football before becoming the US Women's National Team Head Coach in 2024.
E E: £2k-£5k The Rt Hon Esther McVey is the Conservative MP for Tatton and was the Minister of State for Housing and Planning.
E E: £2k-£5k Listed in The Progress 1000 London’s most influential people, Fran Scott is the Science Content Developer at the Royal Institution as well as being the only female science presenter on CBBC.
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Advice & FAQs about After Dinner Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect after dinner speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Our after dinner, speakers bring a touch of charm, wit and storytelling to the evening. They don’t just speak - they entertain, connect and leave audiences smiling. Expect fascinating anecdotes, sharp humour and insights that resonate, all delivered in a relaxed and engaging way. It’s the ideal way to end your event on a high note.
Definitely. Our after dinner speakers instinctively read a room - they’ll adapt tone, pacing and subject matter to suit your guests. Whether it’s a corporate gala, an awards night or an intimate dinner, they’ll make it feel perfectly pitched and personal.
These speakers shine at gala dinners, conferences, client events and charity evenings - anywhere that calls for a memorable close to the night. They set the tone for connection, laughter and reflection, ensuring guests leave uplifted and inspired.
We represent a fantastic mix of after dinner speakers - from celebrated broadcasters and explorers to sporting legends and industry icons. Each brings their own blend of humour, storytelling and insight to create a memorable evening for your guests. You can discover some of our most popular and engaging personalities in our blog here, Our Top Popular After Dinner Speakers.
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