Business Management Speakers

Business management speakers are experienced entrepreneurs and leaders who share real stories of success to help other businesses grow. In a world where nearly 60% of small businesses fail in their first three years of operation, it can be hard to determine what makes a business successful. Business management speakers offer practical lessons on leadership, strategy, innovation and resilience – drawing from their own journeys to inspire action and smarter decision-making. Hiring a business management speaker can motivate teams, spark new ideas and help audiences avoid common pitfalls in today’s competitive business landscape.

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Kylie Reid

Founder of egg, Professional Host, Moderator, Interviewer & MC
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Dr Ashwin Mehta

Founder of Mehtadology, Chief AI Strategist at the Learning, Former Global Technology, Innovation & AI Lead at Bayer Corporation Pharmaceutical & Creator of the Agentic Readiness Framework
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Anthony Baafi

Founder of CedarGuard & Cedar Pro Academy, Member of ForbesBLK, Former Project Manager at Hammersmith & Fulham Council, AI Transformation Strategist & Author of ‘The Risk Advantage’
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Elliott Limb

Founder of Cubed & Elysiq, Former CIO at Barclays, Head of Corporate Banking at Finastra & Bestselling Author of ‘Building The Future’
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Pamela Gupta

Founder of Trusted AI, Creator of the AI TIPS Framework, Former Trustworthy AI Safety & Security Consultant for the US Department of Defence at the Pentagon & Recipient of the Joseph J. Wasserman Award 2025
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Simon Torrance

Founder & CEO of AI Risk, Executive Working Group Member at the World Economic Forum, Co-Author of ‘Fightback: How to Win in the Digital Economy’ & Guest Lecturer at Singularity University
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Dr Antonio Weiss

Co-Founder of Thomas Clipper, Bestselling Author of ‘AI Demystified’, Affiliated Researcher at the University of Cambridge’s Digital State programme, Former Chair of the Labour Group & Senior Advisor on Technology to Keir Starmer’s Office
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Ellen Gunning

CEO of Mettacomms & Data Prophet, AI Strategist, Crisis Communications Specialist
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Jeanne Bliss

Former Microsoft Leader of Customer Service, Founder of Customer Bliss, Co-Founder of the Customer Experience Professionals Association, Known as The ‘Godmother’ of Customer Experience & Podcast Host
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Shep Hyken

Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, National Speakers Association Hall of Famer, Chief Amazing Officer of Shepard Productions, NYT & WSJ Bestselling Author of 8 Books & Podcast Host of ‘Amazing Business Radio’
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Erin Meyer

Cross-Cultural Management Expert, Professor of Management Practice at INSEAD, Former Country Director for France at Aperian Global, Co-Author of New York Times Bestseller ‘No Rules Rules’ & Named One of the Fifty Most Impactful Business Writers in the World By Thinkers50
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Stuart Cassells

Award-Winning Tourism Manager, Founder & Strategic Consultant of Best Scot Ltd & Frontman of The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
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Jasmine Birtles

Financial Advice Expert, Founder of MoneyMagpie, Bestselling Author of 38 Books & Patron of Community Money Advice
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Felix Riley

Business Strategist, Founder of ChoiceOdds, Former Comedy Writer & Author of ‘The Set Up’ & ‘The Inside Job’
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Blake Morgan

Customer Experience Keynote Speaker & Expert, Founder of CXOHome.com, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, Bestselling Author & Named One of the Top 40 Female Keynote Speakers by Real Leaders Magazine
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Jay Baer

Founder of Convince & Convert Consulting, Co-Founder of The Tequila Report & Named The World’s No.1 Global Guru for Internet Marketing in 2024
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Ron Kaufman

Customer Service Authority, CEO & Founder Of Uplifting Service & New York Times Bestselling Author of ‘Uplifting Service’
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Katy Leeson

Former CEO of Relentless Group & MD of Social Chain, 2x LinkedIn Top Voice & Host of the “I Shouldn’t Say This, But…” Podcast
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Mary Aiken

Professor of Cyberpsychology, Chair at Capitol Technology University & Cybercrime Advisor to Europol
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Nick Hawes

Professor of Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Director of Oxford Robotics Institute, Leading Autonomous Systems Researcher
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Neri Karra Sillaman

Founder of Neri Karra, Entrepreneurship Expert at Oxford Said Business School & Bestselling Author of ‘Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs’
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Simon Greenman

Former Global Innovator, Co-Founder of Mapquest & Global AI Council Member for the World Economic Forum
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Jon French

Former Google Chief Decision Scientist, CEO of Kozyr, Decision Intelligence Pioneer & Federal Reserve Innovation Advisory Council Member
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Cassie Kozykrov

Former Google Chief Decision Scientist, CEO of Kozyr, Decision Intelligence Pioneer & Federal Reserve Innovation Advisory Council Member
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Marek Tomalak

Global Chief Marketing Officer at SodaStream PepsiCo, Former Procter & Gamble Executive, International Brand Transformation Leader
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Professor Damian Hughes

Founded LiquidThinker, Professor of Organisational Psychology & Change, Bestselling Author of ‘The Winning Mindset’ & High Performance Strategist
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Dr Claudia Winkler

Spoken Word Artist & Vocal Storyteller Inspiring Courage, Connection & Creative Expression
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Alison Kosik

Former CNN Business Anchor & Correspondent, ABC News Freelance Anchor, Financial Journalist, Author of Women & Money Guide

Hiring a business management speaker brings expert insight, practical strategies and fresh perspectives that can directly impact organisational performance. These speakers draw on real-world experience to address challenges such as leadership, growth, innovation and change management, helping teams think differently and act more effectively. Their ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways makes them valuable for businesses at all levels. Research into workplace trends highlights ongoing challenges around employee engagement, wellbeing and management effectiveness, reinforcing the importance of strong leadership in driving performance. By strengthening these areas, business speakers help organisations improve culture, productivity and long-term success.

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The leading business speakers to hire include Katy Leeson, Jenna Meek, Jez Rose, Steven Bartlett, Lord Sebastian Coe, Jo Salter, Deborah Meaden, Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, Karren Brady and Grace Beverley. These speakers are highly sought after for combining real-world commercial experience with practical insight on leadership, entrepreneurship, resilience, innovation and business growth, helping organisations translate success stories into actionable strategies for teams and audiences.

To explore a wider selection of top business speakers and discover the full roster of leading names, visit the leading guide on The Best Business Speakers To Hire To Inspire Your Audience.

Business management speakers are hired for a wide range of events, including corporate conferences, leadership summits, strategy sessions and industry forums. They are also popular at internal company events, team away days and executive briefings, where their insights can support decision-making and organisational growth. Many are booked for workshops and training sessions, delivering practical strategies on leadership, performance and change management. Their expertise makes them highly relevant for businesses looking to strengthen leadership, improve operations and drive long-term success across a variety of event formats.