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Women Speakers
Women remain under-represented as speakers. All speakers listed here are also listed in their specialist categories.
Marianne Abib-Pech
Author of The Financial Times Guide to Leadership and an expert on venture capital, private equity, leadership and the energy sector.... [more]
Maggie Aderin-Pocock
One of Britain's best known space scientists. An inventor, tinkerer and the co-presenter of The Sky At Night.... [more]
Samira Ahmed
Multi-lingual journalist, broadcaster and documentary maker in the fields of culture, politics and social history.... [more]
Georgie Ainslie
Television presenter and host best known for sports broadcasting with Sky Sports and as co-host of BBC Radio 5 Live's Fighting Talk .... [more]
Chemmy Alcott
As Britain’s Number 1 female alpine skier, Chemmy Alcott is the golden girl of British winter sports.... [more]
Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
Journalist and author writing for the Independent, Evening standard. A Shia Muslim, often writing on race and religion, she has courted controversy for her views. Awarded and returned an MBE, partly in protest over the Iraq War.... [more]
Kirsty Allsop
Television presenter specialising in property shows and home-made arts and crafts.... [more]
Christiane Amanpour
CNN's chief correspondent and the host of the nightly global affairs interview program Amanpour. Has reported on hotspots across the world, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine, Israel and Bosnia. ... [more]
Anita Anand
Has worked extensively for BBC Radio, presenting BBC Radio 5 Live's Drive and Double Take, Radio 4's Mid-Week and Any Answers? and on television, the Daily Politics.... [more]
Kate Ancketill
With enormous shifts in consumer expectations, retail and technology, Kate Ancketill shows businesses how to adapt, innovate and where to best invest resources. ... [more]
Helen Bailey
Ambassador of a new collaborative approach to leadership, Helen offers an individual mix of appropriate answers for today's companies.... [more]
Clare Balding
First Lady of British Sport. Began her career as a jockey, she transitioned into the world of broadcasting with a television debut at Royal Ascot... [more]
Kinvara Balfour
Kinvara Balfour won the Lloyd's Bank Fashion Challenge out of 29,000 entries aged just 16. She is now one of the worlds leading fashion writers and advises culture-conscious brands on connecting with the global youth and fashion markets.... [more]
Faye Barker
Journalist and news presenter who has at times found herself working on Five News, Sky News and ITV News within a single week!... [more]
Jessica Barker
Dr Jessica Barker specialises in the human side of contemporary cyber security and the risks associated with cyber-crime. Her focus - cyber security’s greatest weakness: the human element. ... [more]
Emma Barnett
Award-winning journalist, broadcaster, documentary maker, columnist for The Sunday Times and regular presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour... [more]
Tanya Beckett
Former materials scientist and investment banker, Tanya presents BBC World News’ Business Live and the business news on Radio 4's Today.... [more]
Zanny Minton Beddoes
Susan Zanny Minton Beddoes is the seventeenth editor and first female Editor-in-Chief of The Economist in its 170 year history. ... [more]
Sarah Begum
Sarah is an investigative, anthropological journalist inspired to travel the world and highlight the plight of those without a voice.... [more]
Lucy Beresford
Writer, broadcaster and psychotherapist best known for her work on relationships, mental health and wellbeing.... [more]
Claire Bertschinger
Famously inspired Bob Geldof to create Live Aid after her work in Ethiopia. Advocate of education as key to improving the lives of people trapped in poverty.... [more]
Agathe Blanchon
Agathe Blanchon-Ehrsam is Executive Director of Fifth Season. She develops brand strategies, runs innovation workshops, and has been pioneering new models for insight development for over a decade and has a deep international understanding of industr... [more]
Caprice Bourret
Former globally famous supermodel and actress, once voted World's sexiest woman now succesful and inspirational fashion CEO.... [more]
Karren Brady
First woman to break through into male world of soccer, Karren is a powerful speaker with practical ideas to communicate. An inspiration in business to men and women alike.... [more]
Raina Brands
Dr Raina Brands speaks on organisational behaviour and women in leadership. She specialises in research into gender bias in organisations through the lens of social networks. ... [more]
Jen Brister
Versatile comedienne Jen has performed across the UK and internationally as a solo artist, host and member of sketch groups. Called ‘outrageously funny’ by The Metro!... [more]
Fiona Bruce
BBC journalist and newsreader who has presented, hosted and reported programmes as diverse as News at Ten, Six O'Clock News, Real Story, Crimewatch and the Antiques Roadshow.... [more]
Natalie Ceeney CBE
Chair of Innovate Finance, the members body for FinTech. Former CEO of The Financial Ombudsman, The National Archives and HM Courts and Tribunals Service.... [more]
Sophia Cannon
Internationally recognised advocate and voice for the vulnerable and disadvantaged.... [more]
Amy Carroll
Delivers leadership, communication and effectiveness training for multinationals, drawing on her own globally licenced Predator, Prey or Partner ™ model.... [more]
Camilla Cavendish
Award-winning investigative journalist and former Head of the Downing Street Policy Unit, ... [more]
Nicki Chapman
Former top publicist and PR executive, now a popular presenter of factual and entertainment programmes.... [more]
Marie Le Conte
French political journalist based in London she tells Brits what their politics look like from the point of view of someone arriving from outside the Westminster Bubble.... [more]
Louise Cooper
Passionate, animated, knowledgeable and highly regarded for her informed, lively and brilliant analysis of economics and financial markets.... [more]
Frances Coppola
Prolific writer and speaker on economics, finance and monetary policy. Formerly with Nat West, RBS and SBC Warburg, now a highly regarded commentator, and expert on finance and risk. Co-founder of Pieria.co.uk and contributer to Bloomberg, BBC, FT. ... [more]
Jane Cordell
Lost her hearing as a young adult but rose to a senior position in the Foreign Office. She is on the Board of Disability Rights UK and a Trustee of Manchester Deaf Centre.... [more]
Hannah Critchlow
Dr Hannah Critchlow is a scientist dedicated to helping to demystify the workings of the human brain.... [more]
Martine Croxall
Journalist and presenter with BBC News and BBC World News and host of 'The Papers', the late evening review of the leading stories of the day.... [more]
Sarah Cruddas
Space journalist, broadcaster and award-winning author, an authority within the world of space innovation and research. ... [more]
Crista Cullen
Three time Olympian, outstanding speaker on peak performance and being the best you can be.... [more]
Edwina Currie
Edwina Currie has taught economics, served as MP for South Derbyshire and as a junior Health Minister, written several books and is a regular feature on both TV and radio. Time Out magazine said of her "Frank and funny, you can't put her down".... [more]
Karen Darke
Aged twenty one Karen Darke was paralysed in a climing accident in her native Scotland. This life-changing moment led her to a succession of challenges, both personal and physical which has earned her the admiration of adventurers and public alike fr... [more]
Julie Deane
Established The Cambridge Satchel Company with her mother in 2008 with £600, today it is valued at £40 million. She is committed to preserving British manufacturing and supporting start-up businesses.... [more]
Dana Denis-Smith
High-profile campaigner for helping women in the legal and other professions to balance professional and family life.... [more]
Katie Derham
Fronts television documentaries, is the face of the BBC Proms and is a presenter on BBC Radio 3. A solid and capable awards host.... [more]
Marie Diron
Senior VP at Moody's Investors Service and formerly director of macro forecasting at Oxford Economics and Principal Economist at the European Central Bank.... [more]
Dr Florence Eid-Oakden
Specialised in economic and market studies on the Middle East & North Africa. Formerly Head of MENA research at JP Morgan, and World Bank on Latin America & North Africa and contributed to the World Economic Forum's Arab World Competitiveness Reports... [more]
Jo Fairley
Founded the pioneering organic chocolate company Green & Black’s and Judges Bakery.... [more]
Stephanie Flanders
Former BBC journalist, now the chief market strategist for Britain and Europe at J.P. Morgan Asset Management.... [more]
Helen Fospero
Journalist and presenter, regular on BBC1's The One Show, and reporter for Watchdog. Host for corporate events both as a conference host and as awards presenter.... [more]
Martha Lane Fox
Along with Brent Hoberman, Martha founded lastminute.com, champion of social justice, human rights and women's rights.... [more]
Dr Myriam Francois
Dr Myriam Francois is a TV presenter, producer and writer with a focus on current affairs, Islam and France.... [more]
Mairi Fraser
Scottish journalist Mairi Fraser has covered major news stories including Labour's 1997 momentous election victory, Princess Diana's death, 9/11 and the invasion of Iraq for such eminent titles as The Scotsman, The Times, Telegraph and Independent. N... [more]
Monica Galetti
One of London's best-known female chefs Monica Galetti, judge and host of BBC2's 'Masterchef'.... [more]
Libby Gill
Provides executive coaching and consulting to develop purpose and high performance within organisations.... [more]
Katherine Grainger
Britain's most decorated female Olympian, offers insights on team-work and communication for success.... [more]
Viv Groskop
Writer, broadcaster and stand-up comedian. Viv writes for the Guardian, Observer and the Times, Daily Telegraph, Independent and Financial Times.... [more]
Sarah Guedj
Fast-track senior female exec speaks on the challenge of developing an executive career in an industry that is still widely male dominated and how to realistically manage personal and professional life.... [more]
Sally Gunnell
Gold medal winner at the 1992 Olympics. Showing an audience how she works to maintain her own resilience on the sports field, in business, and at home. ... [more]
Rebecca Harding
Leading researcher, economist, co-founder and CEO of Equant Analytics. Formerly Chief Economist at the British Bankers Association.... [more]
Isabel Hardman
Blogger and journalist, currently assistant editor of the Spectator where she writes and edits the popular Coffee House blog. Isabel is also a columnist for the Daily Telegraph.... [more]
Dr Stephanie Hare
Political, tech & economic trends. Digital, surveillance, big data, society, security, privacy, and the ethics of technology.... [more]
Harriet Harman
The longest serving female MP in the British House of Commons, first ever Minister for Women, with a wealth of political knowledge and experience.... [more]
Dr Dawn Harper
Gloucestershire based GP focusing on women’s health and weight management. Her TV credits include Embarrassing Bodies and Looking Good, Feeling Great for ITV.... [more]
Julia Hartley-Brewer
Julia Hartley-Brewer is the new presenter of LBC 97.3FM radio’s afternoon show and former Assistant Editor and political columnist on The Sunday Express, a regular guest on programmes such as Have I Got News For You and Question Time and an enterta... [more]
Noreena Hertz
Broadcaster, economist, academic, keynote speaker, strategist and author of Eyes Wide Open.... [more]
Gaby Hinsliff
Gaby is a Guardian columnist, political columnist and interviewer for Grazia, a prolific writer and blogger with an inside track on the exercise of power and the development of policy.... [more]
Karina Hollekim
Norwegian author and athlete who suffered a near-fatal crash after her chute failed during a routine parachuting jump.... [more]
Kelly Holmes
Great British Olympic athlete, now a writer, broadcaster, business woman and leader in fitness and mental health.... [more]
Suzie Imber
Winner of the BBC 2 series entitled ‘Astronauts: Do You Have What it Takes and Associate Professor of Planetary Science at the University of Leicester.... [more]
Catharina James
Trail blazing scientist in the field of the twenty-first century wonder material, graphene. Expert in its development, uses and commercial exploitation.... [more]
Steph Jeavons
Traveller and adventurer speaking on cultures and communication. The first person to circumnavigate the globe and ride a motorcycle on all seven continents. ... [more]
Neira Jones
More than 20 years experience in financial services and technology advising on mobile technologies, payments, cybercrime, information security, regulations and digital innovation. ... [more]
Natasha Kaplinsky
News anchor, celebrity, patron of the medical relief agency Merlin and The Willow Foundation and an Ambassador for Save The Children.... [more]
Martha Kearney
Martha Kearney presents BBC Radio 4's early morning Today and is now one of the corporation's most respected political journalists.... [more]
Maria Kempinska
A renowned entrepreneur & businesswoman, she speaks on issues including branding, business leadership & what they don't teach you at business school. ... [more]
Sally Kettle
Sally Kettle is the thoroughly modern interpretation of an adventurer. She rowed 3,000 miles with her mother across the Atlantic Ocean from East to West. She is a Guinness World Record holding rower and a refreshingly frank and open speaker.... [more]
Shappi Khorsandi
Shappi is a mainstay of British TV and radio having appeared on shows such as BBC's QI, Have I Got News For You, Just a Minute and countless others.... [more]
Anne Lise Kjaer
Anne Lise Kjaer is a leading business speaker, global futurist and brand developer. Using holistic principles, by combining scientific with social, emotional and spiritual research, her company builds up a complete multidimensional picture of the nex... [more]
Debbie Klein
Leading commentator on marketing and communications Debbie Klein is expert on digital transformation, leadership, the modern workplace, and the millennial workforce.... [more]
Laura Kuenssberg
Probing political interviewer, BBC Political Editor, and the first woman to take the role in the history of the corporation. ... [more]
Amanda Lamb
Amanda Lamb is a popular presenter and host for corporate events. The success of the CH4 series A Place in the Sun has ensured her popularity with public and corporate audiences alike.... [more]
Joan Latta
Inspirational speaker with Cerebal Palsy, who shares insights on the realities of living with a disability.... [more]
Nigella Lawson
Journalist, broadcaster, television personality, gourmet, author, self-proclaimed Domestic Goddess and one most recognisable faces in the food business today. ... [more]
Helen Lederer
She acts, she's funny, she writes columns, TV , radio , one woman shows, she does voices, she does speeches, she talks about wine, she writes about wine, and she drinks wine. ... [more]
Tamara Lohan
The savvy entrepreneur behind the ‘aspirational but still accessible’ travel accommodation brand Mr. and Mrs. Smith.... [more]
Claire Lomas
The first (and only) paralysed person to walk the London Marathon using a pioneering robotic suit.... [more]
Sally Magnusson
Highly experienced, award-winning journalist, broadcaster, author, skilled interviewer, conference facilitator and awards host... [more]
Emily Maitlis
Presenter of the BBC flagship current affairs programme, Newsnight an RTS Presenter of the Year 2019.... [more]
Rachel Marsden
Paris based Rachel Marsden is a political and international affairs commentator, analyst, journalist and broadcaster. She has presented for Fox News and as a weekly columnist with Sun Media, and the Wall Street Journal, New York Post and Washington ... [more]
Inma Martinez
A pioneer in the mobile sector and data scientist for more than twenty years. ... [more]
Daisy McAndrew
Journalist, news presenter and expert facilitator who specialises in politics, economics and social issues.... [more]
Esther McVey
Esther McVey worked for 12 years as a broadcaster and producer and was the youngest female host of ITV’s breakfast news. In 2010 she was elected as the first Conservative MP on Merseyside since 1997. She was Minister of State for Employment from 20... [more]
Jane Merrick
Former political editor and is now a contributor for The Independent and co-editor of the online news and opinion platform @the spoon... [more]
Eleanor Mills
Editorial Director of The Sunday Times and one of Britain’s most high profile commentators.... [more]
Gemma Milne
Speaking on the cultural impacts of science and technology focusing on innovation in business start-ups, and on the role of women within the world of STEM.... [more]
Louise Minchin
Louise Minchin is a radio broadcaster, author, television presenter, event host, and a triathelete representing her country.... [more]
Michelle Mone
Michelle Mone OBE, is the co-owner of MJM International and creator of Ultimo, the UK’s leading designer lingerie brand. Listed as one of the top three female entrepreneurs in the UK, and this year recognised by the Queen with an OBE for her contri... [more]
Lara Morgan
Lara Morgan is entrepreneur, investor, mother, triathlete, and a great speaker.... [more]
Rain Newton-Smith
Director of Economics at CBI. Former Head of Emerging Markets at Oxford Economics and advisor to the IMF. Honoured as Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.... [more]
Bonita Norris
Adventurer Bonita Norris is the youngest person in the world to have reached both the North Pole and the summit of Everest... [more]
Catrin Nye
Catrin Nye is an award-winning investigative journalist, documentary maker and presenter for the BBC with expertise in politics, media, and current affairs.... [more]
Isabel Oakeshott
British political journalist and commentator, former Sunday Times Political Editor and Political Journalist of the Year 2013. Co-author of ‘Call Me Dave’, a controversial unauthorised biography of David Cameron.... [more]
Christine Ockrent
Christine Ockrent is an internationally respected and award winning journalist, broadcaster, businesswoman and author.... [more]
Rita Payne
Former BBC Asia Editor and news editor, producer and presenter at BBC World Service radio. Expert moderator and current affairs discussion leader.... [more]
Allison Pearson
Allison Pearson is a columnist and chief interviewer for the The Daily Telegraph as well as a radio presenter and novellist. Her bestselling novel, I Don't Know How She Does It (2002), is a lightweight 'chick-lit' take on the pressures of modern moth... [more]
Alice Perkins
Her career is seen by many as a brilliant example of how exemplary women attain powerful positions and influence through talent, integrity and virtue across both public and private sector.... [more]
Nisha Pillai
Nisha Pillai is a main anchor and journalist for the internationally renowned BBC World News. Nisha attended the LSE - gaining a BSc in analytical economics. She worked for Schroders Investment Bank before joining The Investors Chronicle, subsequentl... [more]
Katie Piper
Television presenter, philanthropist and former model, was the victim of a shocking acid attack that left her blind in one eye.... [more]
Eve Pollard
Eve Pollard is a legendary Fleet Street figure and the second women editor of a national newspaper in modern times. Honoured for her services to journalism and admired for her promotion of women's health and advancement.... [more]
Mary Portas
Mary Portas speaks on consumer behaviour and the retail economy with a critical insight born of decades of practical experience and examines how the best retailers can respond to market trends in an increasingly digital era.... [more]
Lucy Porter
Actress, writer and stand-up comedian. Lucy is well known for her appearances on Have I got News For You, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Argumental.... [more]
Sophie Power
Entrepreneur, mother, and ultra-runner, speaker on our health, our environment, extreme endurance and achievement.... [more]
Helena Kennedy QC
Acclaimed conference and after dinner speaker, Baroness Helena Kennedy QC speaks with passion and wit on topics such as social justice, women and childrens rights and current affairs issues such as terrorism and the changing society in which we live.... [more]
Jan Ravens
One of the country’s greatest impressionists and great stand-up host for intelligent corporate audiences.... [more]
Fern Riddell
Expert cultural historian, best known for her broadcasting on the working classes in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.... [more]
Beth Rigby
Beth Rigby is one of the UK's most respected and instantly recognised TV journalists.... [more]
Katherine Ryan
Canadian/Irish comedian with a style reminiscent of Joan Rivers. Edgy yet suitable for corporate work.... [more]
Sue Saville
Specialising in medical and health coverage with more than twenty years of broadcast experience, speaker, moderator, host and media training practitioner.... [more]
Fran Scott
Pyrotechnician and Science Content Developer at The Royal Institution, face of science on children's TV, and now, engineering television for adult minds.... [more]
Vikie Shanks
A speaker on a wide variety of mental health issues and the value of good communication... [more]
Dame 'Steve' Shirley
Pioneer of British information technology and prolific philanthropist.... [more]
Samantha Simmonds
Journalist, broadcaster, influential blogger, motivational speaker and presenter Samantha Simmonds has over 20 years experience in journalism and broadcasting. She's a great anchor for the discussion of major topical events. ... [more]
Mirka Skrzypczak
An authority on the use of blockchain in the banking sector and in trade finance, expert in the future of banking.... [more]
Lalage 'Lally' Snow
Photojournalist, writer and filmmaker. An original, creative and intrepid storyteller.... [more]
Melissa Sterry
Melissa Sterry is a board-level design scientist and a world leading authority on emergent digital technology and developer of the Bionic City®.... [more]
Ellie Taylor
Ellie began her successful and award winning stand up career in 2011 and has rapidly become a huge hit on the UK comedy circuit. ... [more]
Sandi Toksvig
Sandi Toksvig is known to many as the Danish born host of BBC’s Radio 4 satirical current affairs programmes such as The News Quiz and for her numerous appearances on Have I Got News For You and Mock the Week and QI. She is an accomplished playwri... [more]
Camilla Tominey
Journalist and broadcaster whose coverage of the royal family has made her one of Britain's foremost experts on royal affairs.... [more]
Polly Toynbee
Respected and renowned columnist writing for The Guardian and campaigner on social justice issues.... [more]
Poppy Trowbridge
Columnist for The Times and Guardian, former special adviser and Director of Communications to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond and Sky Business and Economics correspondent.... [more]
Lucy Verasamy
Lucy has fronted the national weather forecasts for ITV since 2012 and is weather expert for the ITV racing team. She is a popular TV face and a social media personality.... [more]
Carole Walker
BBC Political Correspondent who has covered some of the biggest political stories in recent history including six general elections, the EU referendum and several wars and revolutions.... [more]
Gabrielle Walker
Expert strategist, helping businesses to address global challenges of sustainability, energy (oil and gas, utilities and renewables), mobility, finance, agriculture/land-use and climate change.... [more]
Dr Sara Walker
Sara Walker is expert on the future of renewables and innovative power generation and distribution systems.... [more]
Becky Walsh
Becky Walsh is a leading authority on intuition. She is the author of the bestselling book ‘You DO Know – Learning to act on intuition instantly' and has hosted and produced her own award winning show on LBC 97.3 in London as well as delivering c... [more]
Kirsty Wark
Superb moderator, well informed and highly skilled. Award-winning Journalist and favourite as an awards host.... [more]
Sayeeda Warsi
One of the strongest personalities in British and European politics. A lawyer with a powerful advocacy record and very significant foreign policy experience.... [more]
Ruth Watson
Successful hotelier and service quality guru, best known to the public for her role in television series The Hotel Inspector and Country House Rescue.... [more]
Merryn Somerset Webb
Editor of Moneyweek and one of the most respected commentators in personal finance journalism today.... [more]
Emma Wells
Global authority on British historic buildings and sites, Dr Emma Wells speaks on social history, the historic built environment, theology, art and architecture.... [more]
Ella Whelan
Ella Whelan writes for Spiked Online on political issues with a focus on feminism and free speech.... [more]
Kate Williams
Historian and broadcaster, specialist in modern history, royal and constitutional affairs.... [more]
Anna Williamson
A tenacious presenter since the age of 16, Anna progressed from children's to daytime TV where she specialises in entertainment.... [more]
Sarah Willingham
Successful business woman turned television personality, joined the team of dragons on BBC2 TV's Dragon’s Den.... [more]
Jane Wilson
Former CEO of Chartered Institute of Public Relations, commentator on PR issues, committee member of the Prince's Trust Women's Leadership Group.... [more]
Claudia Winkleman
Presenter of the flagship prime time Strictly Come Dancing, a versatile talent writing, broadcasting, hosting or presenting.... [more]
Sarah Wood
Award winning female tech entrepreneur, author, digital advertising authority and Veuve Clicquot Business Woman of the Year.... [more]
Emily Yates
Campaigner for disability rights, accessibility consultant, accessible travel writer and regular presenter for BBC... [more]
Kirsty Young
The presenter of the classic Desert Island Discs on BBC Radio 4 has had the privilege of interviewing some of the most significant and influential people of our time. ... [more]
Dr Linda Yueh
Economist, broadcaster and author. A fellow in economics at Oxford University, she is also an economics correspondent for Bloomberg TV.... [more]
