Baroness Karren Brady CBE is a leading British businesswoman, entrepreneur and television personality. Renowned for her sharp business acumen and dynamic leadership, she inspires audiences with powerful lessons on ambition, resilience and turning challenges into success in competitive, high-pressure industries.
Baroness Karren Brady CBE is one of the UK’s most prominent and respected business figures, celebrated for her pioneering leadership, entrepreneurial achievements and advocacy for women in business. As CEO of West Ham United Football Club and a life peer in the House of Lords, she is a powerful example of resilience, ambition and innovation in action.
Often referred to as the “First Lady of Football”, Karren’s remarkable career has seen her transform struggling organisations into thriving brands while championing diversity and inclusion in business.
Karren Brady’s career began in advertising sales before she joined Birmingham City Football Club in 1993 as Managing Director at just 23 years old. Tasked with rescuing the club from administration, she turned its fortunes around, transforming it into a profitable, publicly listed company valued at £82 million when sold in 2009.
In 2010, she joined West Ham United FC, where she led negotiations for the club’s landmark move to London’s 60,000-seat Olympic Stadium and helped position West Ham as one of the world’s fastest-growing football brands, valued at £800 million.
Alongside her work in sport, Karren has served as a Government Business Ambassador, Small Business Advisor to the Prime Minister, and Chairman of Mentore, an organisation that champions female leadership in business. She also holds several non-executive directorships across major organisations, including in media, retail and sport.
A bestselling author and television personality, Karren has appeared as Alan Sugar’s trusted aide on BBC One’s The Apprentice for over a decade, offering sharp business insights and candid advice.
Karren Brady is a compelling and charismatic keynote speaker whose presentations combine humour, honesty and practical business wisdom. Her talks offer audiences a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed in high-pressure environments, drawing on decades of…
Discover the captivating journey of the only woman to clinch four major track titles. Dive into her relentless pursuit of excellence, both on the track and off, and be inspired by her transformative life lessons.
Margaret Heffernan is a celebrated keynote speaker, offering profound insights into business leadership and innovation. Her extensive experience as a CEO and her deep research into organisational behaviour make her presentations a transformative experience for corporate event audiences, fostering innovative and inclusive cultures.
Renowned neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield, CEO of Neuro-Bio, specialises in neurodegenerative diseases and the impact of technology on the brain. Her insights benefit diverse sectors, including finance, technology, and education.
Meet Dr Ayesha Khanna, a Forbes-recognised, groundbreaking entrepreneur and a leading expert in global artificial intelligence and smart cities. As the co-founder of Human Technology Co., she plays a pivotal role in advising global corporations and governments, shaping the future of AI and urban living across continents, particularly in AI Asia.
Stefan Hyttfors is a futurist, author, and award-winning keynote speaker, widely recognised for his insights on disruptive technologies, behavioural change, and next-generation leadership. He inspires audiences to embrace change, rethink leadership, and build sustainable strategies for the future.
Professor Jamie Anderson is a world-renowned business thinker, author, and Professor of Leadership and Strategy. Blending academic insight with humour and energy, he delivers inspiring and practical talks on creativity, innovation, and the future of leadership that empower audiences to think differently and lead with purpose.
Peter Fisk is a global business thought leader, bestselling author, and advisor on strategy, innovation, and leadership. He helps organisations harness creativity, reimagine their markets, and embrace sustainable growth, blending practical experience with inspiring insights from the world’s most innovative companies.
The World’s Greatest Living Explorer, who has led more than twenty expeditions to the remotest regions of the world. He has climbed Mt Everest, run 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents and was the first man to cross both the polar ice caps. A true legend and inspirational figure of our time, he is a highly sought-after speaker.
Brett King is a keynote speaker, futurist and fintech pioneer who helps audiences understand how technology is reshaping banking, business and society. For event hosts looking for a Brett King speaker, he brings founder-level experience, a strong media profile and practical insight into digital change. He founded Moven, described in his official biography as the first in-app mobile bank account in the world, and he also hosts Breaking Banks.
Former Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) at IKEA Group, Steve served on IKEA’s Executive Group Management from 2011 to 2017. Widely respected as a leading sustainable business professional and a recognised authority on sustainability and climate change.
