Rasmus Hougaard is the founder and CEO of Potential Project, a thought leader in the area of human-centred leadership, an HBR and Forbes contributor, an author and a Thinkers50 business thinker.
Otmar Issing is a leading economist and former Chief Economist of the European Central Bank. A respected speaker on monetary policy, central banking and the global economy, he brings decades of experience to discussions on price stability, financial markets and European economic affairs, offering audiences a first-hand view of major developments in modern monetary policy.
Jo Fairley is an entrepreneur, journalist, author and business speaker best known as the co-founder of Green & Black’s. Drawing on decades of experience building successful brands, she speaks about entrepreneurship, brand development, sustainable business and the lessons learned from turning a niche organic chocolate venture into an internationally recognised name.
Pellegrino Riccardi is a keynote speaker and cross-cultural communication expert known for making complex ideas about culture, behaviour and relationships easy to understand. Based in Norway, he combines humour, research and real-world experience to help organisations communicate more effectively, strengthen workplace culture and build better relationships across borders, teams and cultural differences.
Ann Pettifor is a political economist, author and keynote speaker specialising in global finance, debt, monetary policy and climate economics. As Director of PRIME and a leading voice on financial reform, she brings audiences a clear understanding of the forces shaping global economies and how the financial system affects business, governments and everyday life.
Leymah Gbowee is a Liberian peace activist, trained social worker, women’s rights advocate and 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Internationally recognised for her leadership in bringing women together across religious divides during Liberia’s civil war, she speaks about peacebuilding, women’s leadership, social change and the power of nonviolent action.
Dr James Hewitt is a human performance scientist, keynote speaker and author who helps leaders and teams perform under pressure, sustain high performance and protect their wellbeing. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in human performance, his work brings together performance science, elite sport and the realities of demanding modern workplaces.
Mary Robinson is a former President of Ireland and former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, widely recognised for her leadership in climate justice and human rights. She was Ireland’s first female president, and has since built a global career as a lawyer, academic and international advocate. Her keynote presentations explore climate change, gender equality, responsible leadership and global cooperation, offering audiences a clear and human perspective on some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Robert Daverschot is an experienced event moderator, dagvoorzitter and speaker coach known for his calm, engaging presence on stage. With a background in hospitality, event production and TV talk show editing, he helps audiences feel involved and speakers feel at ease. Fluent in Dutch and English, he works with organisations in the Netherlands and abroad, moderating conversations with experts, ministers and business leaders while supporting keynote speakers to deliver stronger presentations.
Rita Clifton CBE is a leading global brand expert, business leader and keynote speaker. A former London CEO and Chairman of Interbrand, she has advised major organisations on brand strategy, reputation and growth, while building an extensive portfolio of chairing and non-executive director roles.
Dame Kelly Holmes is a double Olympic champion, former British Army sergeant and inspirational keynote speaker. Best known for winning Olympic gold in both the 800m and 1500m at Athens 2004, she now shares powerful lessons on peak performance, resilience, mental health and achieving ambitious goals.
