Hiring a professional moderator for your business event ensures a seamless and engaging experience. Their ability to manage time, handle unforeseen issues, and engage the audience effectively makes them essential for any corporate event. At Great Business Speakers, we specialise in connecting you with the ideal moderator for your specific event needs. Our network of experienced moderators is committed to helping you achieve your event goals, whether it’s a workshop, conference, or team meeting. Let us help you create a successful, stress-free event by finding the perfect expert to lead it.
Discover our Moderators below, or contact the team at Great Business Speakers to enquire or book. +44 1753 439 289
Charlie Whyman knows that facing redundancy, navigating career changes, and starting new ventures can be daunting, but she also knows they can be opportunities for growth. As the Manging Director of TGIS Aviation, Charlies specialises in solving complex, time-critical challenges. She is passionate about helping others to take control of their careers and to build the courage to take action, no matter the obstacles.
With a background in engineering, marketing, and business, Charlie has built her career across male-dominated industries, including automotive, aviation, mining, and shipping. In 2006, Charlie founded and award-winning Sardinian Olive Oil business Palmavera, and after facing redundancy twice, she launched her own consultancy business in 2017.
As a university dropout with no formal qualifications, Charlie is open and honest about the twists and turns in her career, and uses her story to show that fear doesn’t need to hold you back. Through her experiences as a speaker, business leader, entrepreneur, and parent, she demonstrates that with the right support and courage, it’s possible to take control and create your own path to success.
Roger Harrabin is an award-winning British journalist best known for his extensive work in environmental, energy and climate change reporting.
Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has significantly shaped and enhanced the public’s understanding of climate science, energy policy, and environmental issues, primarily through his work with the BBC, where he was an Energy and Environment Analyst.
He became one of the most respected voices in the field, offering in-depth analysis of complex environmental topics and their implications on a global scale. Currently, he writes for the Guardian, FT, Independent and BusinessGreen.
Peter Stojanovic is a leading business and technology thought leader, journalist, panel moderator, and keynote speaker with extensive experience in the field.
He has particular experience interviewing Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 C-level executives as Editor of HotTopics, covering themes across innovation, business strategy, and technology, including AI, within its award-winning industry events.
Peter is recognised as a rising star among executive and board-level leaders, regularly hosting international events, private lunches, and panels to address their main concerns, challenges, and opportunities within their industries.
As a result, Peter enjoys high-quality debates on topics ranging from AI applications and ethics to business transformation, ESG and purpose, the future of work, inside the minds of Gen Z, and cloud computing and cybersecurity measures for the C-suite.
Peter has worked with organisations such as Costa Coffee, Uber, Telefonica, Zoom, Wellcome Trust, Channel 4, IKEA, Generali, Bupa and The Financial Times. He has led virtual and in-person business and technology events at iconic venues such as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Abbey Road Studios.
Perla Bloom is a dynamic global marketing strategy leader.
Passionate about the intersection of tech, creativity, and culture, she builds brands and creates connected experiences for audiences that solve a problem to reach specific objectives.
She is currently the senior global comms manager for Expedia, responsible for planning content, editorial and entertainment for the company. She is also the WELL London Chapter Lead, Expedia’s internal women’s organisation.
She is also a much sought-after international keynote speaker at industry events and on podcasts.
Oliver Balch is a widely recognised expert on sustainability and the changing role of business in society, having worked in the field for more than two decades.
Driven by the belief that the private sector can – and must – serve as an engine for positive societal change, as a journalist and researcher, he has examined the sustainability debate at close quarters, interviewing thousands of business entrepreneurs, community changemakers, and policy innovators.
Oliver’s PhD from Cambridge University focused on corporate-community relations. In early 2024 Oliver became a Senior Associate at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership at the University of Cambridge.
Oliver is a popular keynote speaker, bringing his signature mix of solutions-based positivity to his public presentations. Sensitive to the complexity of sustainability, he is an expert at communicating what companies need to know, and how they should act.
Lizzy Burden is UK correspondent and anchor on Bloomberg TV, hosts Bloomberg Radio and Bloomberg UK Politics Podcast.
Lizzy Burden has interviewed big names from the world of politics, business and economics, including the UK Chancellor, Foreign Secretary, Bank of England policymakers and FTSE 100 CEOs, as well as Nobel Laureate economists.
She previously worked as a reporter for The Times and The Daily Telegraph. In 2020, while writing for The Telegraph, Lizzie was named one of MHP’s 30 journalists to watch.
Lizzy Burden has reported from Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, the Band of England and the Élysée Palace, covering monetary policy decisions, the careers of multiple UK prime ministers, the death and funeral of Elizabeth II and Brexit, and chronicled the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine on the British economy.
She also hosts events, including recently at Conservative and Labour Party conferences, the Tbilisi Silk Road Forum, the CBI’s annual conference, Chatham House and Founders Forum.
Katty Kay is a Washington DC-based Special Correspondent, award-winning journalist, and bestselling author.
She has given global perspectives on American politics and global affairs, and has experience working in Europe, Japan, the Middle East, South Africa, and the U.S throughout her career. She has worked for the BBC for over three decades, and has covered everything from financial crashes to world trouble spots, sex scandals, global affairs, politics, and six U.S Presidential elections.
She is currently a contributor to MSNBC, and U.S Special Correspondent for BBC Studios, and frequently works from the U.S and Europe.
Katty Kay has co-authored a number of books, four of which have been New York Times’ bestsellers. She is also a popular and engaging keynote speaker, moderator, interviewer, and event host.
John Kampfner is a renowned author, political commentator, journalist, and keynote speaker, who works with global audiences to understand and interpret geopolitical issues that have shaped society.
In a 40+ year career, John has had a front-row seat at many of the world’s biggest events.
On top of his writing and speaking duties, John is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, a Chair of Young Königswinter, and a Chairperson at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration.
In 2019, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Bath Spa University for his services to the arts, and was named one of the 1,000 most influential Londoners in the Evening Standard Progress 1,000 survey, in 2015, 2016, and 2017!
Gabrielle Hase is an eCommerce, digital marketing and branding specialist known for her expertise in transforming businesses and driving growth.
She has established herself as a trusted advisor and leader, helping companies navigate the challenges of the digital economy and capitalise on new opportunities. Her work has had a significant impact on brands both in the UK and internationally, making her a sought-after consultant and speaker.
During her career spanning more than 20 years, Gabrielle has transformed brands, including Moonpig, The White Company, and Sweaty Betty, helping them to build their online presence and increase market share.
She also mentors start-ups in leading London incubators and is highly regarded for her ability to guide emerging businesses through the complexities of modern retail.
Gabrielle’s expertise is also in demand as a keynote speaker, panel moderator, and conference chair. She has recently shared her insights at events for major companies like GHD, Avado, and Tealium and has also moderated discussions for organisations such as Smart Pensions.
DanRam is a dynamic and inspiring speaker, known for his ability to ignite audiences with his energy and insight.
As a six-time TEDx speaker, successful entrepreneur, and accomplished event MC and moderator, DanRam brings a wealth of experience and passion to every stage. He has a diverse client base that ranges from individual entrepreneurs to national governments, all benefiting from his unique blend of expertise and enthusiasm.
DanRam is a global presence, travelling the world to speak and MC at over 100 events annually. He has hosted conversations with some of the most influential figures of our time, including President Barack Obama, billionaire entrepreneurs Sir Richard Branson and Reid Hoffman and Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg.
His work spans a wide range of venues, from college campuses and parliaments to corporate innovation days for Fortune 500 companies and the world’s largest tech conferences.
DanRam’s credentials, network and passion at the intersection of technology, innovation, and the future have seen him be part of some of the most notable global conferences and events on four continents, from startup, fintech, blockchain, health tech, smart mobility, and smart city sectors.
DanRam’s mission is to inspire others to take action, guided by his personal motto: Start Now, Start Simple. Through his work, he empowers individuals and organizations to create the future they want to live in, one simple step at a time.
Clare Kenny is a Keynote & TEDx speaker, wellbeing consultant, facilitator, mental health expert, moderator and inspirational thought leader on the topics of addiction, ADHD & Neurodiversity, wellbeing and building mentally health cultures at work.
After working in many toxic workplaces for over two decades, Clare experienced burnout and developed an anxiety disorder and alcohol addiction.
It was following the sudden loss of her Mum in 2015 that she was given the jolt she needed to stop putting her career before her mental health. Clare Kenny then quit her high-pressure job, closed the chapter on 16-hour work days and instead set up her own business focussing on helping organisations build cultures and ways of working that are designed to help people thrive, not just survive.
Clare Kenny brings a wealth of business and personal experience. From building bespoke wellbeing strategies for organisations ranging from FTSE 100 to dynamic start-ups, to advising global leaders and embedding and measuring impact.
Her passion is to create real and lasting change in the world of work. She works with clients such Channel 4, Warner Media, KPMG, Knight Frank Promise and Medtronic. Clare has delivered TedX talks and has been interviewed on a range of podcasts.
Anna-Joy Rickard is a thought leader, podcaster, and speaker who specializes in world affairs, leadership, and personal development.
As the host and producer of The Great British Foreign Affairs Podcast, she explores geopolitical trends, international affairs and travel inspiration, offering listeners unique insights into global issues.
Previous clients include The University of Cambridge, The Fabian Society, Tony Blair Institute, Sahel Alliance, Brussels, Halo Trust, SID-Washington.
Anna-Joy speaks on the dual themes of world-shaping ideas and world-shaping leadership. Her expertise spanning a broad range of geopolitical topics, makes her an ideal speaker for events focused on global trends and international relations.
Andrew Scott is a globally recognised serial entrepreneur, CEO and expert on leadership, business strategy, marketing and personal development.
He is one of the UK’s leading entrepreneurs and business experts, with an incredibly powerful story that will leave people on the edge of their seats, inspired, and full of hope.
Andrew grew up on the back streets of Belfast during the ‘Troubles’ in Northern Ireland, and at 4 years old, he survived the Abercorn atrocity, when Irish terrorists set off a bomb in a packed city-centre restaurant.
After five years of recovery, both physically and mentally, Andrew left Ireland at 18 to start a new life in London. He vowed to turn his trauma into a purpose to live life at the highest level and help others do the same.
Andrew went on to become a self-made millionaire, entrepreneur, investor, advisor and founder. With unique insights and decades of real-world experience as an entrepreneur, CEO and advisor across multiple industries, Andrew has developed a powerful blueprint for extraordinary success.
Abigail Ireland is a Peak Performance Strategist, international keynote speaker, coach, and facilitator.
Passionate about inspiring her audiences to bring their A-Game, Abigail Ireland is the founder of Understanding Performance, a leadership and training consultancy helping clients perform at their best in a sustainable way.
Her expertise is in high demand and she has been featured in a range of HR and media publications, including GQ Magazine, HR Magazine, and the ILM.
Maryam Moshiri is a Chief News Presenter on the BBC’s global news channel BBC World News, broadcasting to over 100 million viewers a week. She presents many of the flagship programmes, including Impact, The Briefing, Global, Newsday and World News Today.
Maryam is both a main news and business news specialist. She worked as a Lead Business Presenter on BBC News for 16 years, presenting all the BBC’s flagship business programmes, including World Business Report, Talking Business and the Business Briefing.
Broadcaster, journalist, speaker and author Lucy Siegle is a regular commentator and opinion leader specialising in climate and sustainability.
She has been invited to speak on BBC Breakfast (2000-) and Newsnight (1980-), as well as being a regular contributor to The One Show (2006-).
Female Broadcast Journalist Shiulie Ghosh is an award-winning journalist with a career spanning more than 20 years.
She has worked for some of the best known television news broadcasters in the world, including the BBC, ITV News, Aljazeera and TRT World.
Shiulie is an experienced host and moderator who has worked with high-profile clients and industry leaders around the globe.
Roy Sheppard is a specialist conference facilitator/moderator, an experienced speaker and the author of eight books. Roy works on high-profile conferences for some of the world’s largest and most respected organisations.
Roy isn’t an expensive ‘celebrity’ so you may not have heard of him, however, Roy is renowned within the conference industry for being a world-class MC, facilitator, keynote speaker, workshop and seminar speaker.
As a former BBC TV reporter who can also film and edit interviews on-site. If asked, he is also happy to coach your team to improve their presentations – all this for just ONE inclusive fee.
The alternative is a lot more expensive and involves far more time to organise different speakers and trainers for each of these skills and activities. In many cases when purchased separately they become unaffordable. But not when you book Roy for your conference.
Paul Spiers is a highly-skilled, strategic brand, communications and leadership consultant, keynote speaker and facilitator with over 20 years creative industry experience.
A respected thought leader and advocate for a ‘New P&L’ for Business – based on Principles & Leadership not just Profit & Loss, Paul is on a global mission to rid businesses of their ‘vinyl values’ – empty slogans, propositions and statements, replacing them with a commitment to authentic and principled leadership and purpose-led business.
Paul Spiers is a highly engaging, thoughtful and inspiring keynote speaker, panel moderator and roundtable facilitator.
Speaking and facilitating at conferences in the UK and internationally, Paul provides insightful and thought-provoking observations and practical examples of how to apply the power of purpose, creativity and Principles and Leadership in business. Audiences come away inspired, with new ways of looking at leadership and their roles at leaders.
Paul Iske is a professor at the School of Business and Economics at the University Maastricht in the Netherlands, focussing on Open Innovation and Business Venturing, as well as co-founder of numerous innovative and ingenious companies.
His years of experience have seen his work awarded the Banking and Finance Innovation Award in 2008 and a nomination in 2014 for Corporate Innovator of the Year at the Accenture Innovation competition.
As well as being a genius thinker on innovation and business, Paul is a highly popular and in-demand keynote speaker, event host, and moderator.
Oisin Lunny is a dynamic and globally experienced event and webinar MC, moderator and speaker.
Host of two podcasts for Fortune 500 companies Siemens Advanta and HARMAN International. Freelance journalist, presenter and consultant.
Oisin Lunny is a globally recognised speaker Emcee, host and tech moderator at events such as Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Nadira Tudor is a newsreader, reporter, commercial business journalist, producer, executive coach, keynote speaker and events host.
She began her career at the BBC as a producer and a presenter, and has worked across the network on channels including BBC Radio 4, BBC Wales, BBC Radio 1, BBC 5 Live, BBC Drama, BBC Three, BBC News, BBC Business and BBC Asian Network.
She is now Euronews’ Baku Bureau Chief. As well as being a successful presenter, Nadira works as an MC, host, and moderator, chairing conferences, conducting interviews, facilitating company meetings, moderating political and topical debates, and she hosts award ceremonies.
In 2015, she won the highly prestigious Asian Professional Award for Media, and previously won the Innovation Award for the BBC and a nomination for the Mental Health awards whilst working for BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Her life in front of the camera has allowed her work alongside the world’s military and interview numerous celebrities and prominent figures, as well as a myriad of fascinating people not in the public eye.
Miriam Staley is a charismatic and highly engaging host, emcee and moderator for both live, virtual and hybrid events.
As a seasoned TV presenter, business leader and event host, Miriam’s sparkling energy, dynamic stage presence and professional speaking talents take her far beyond traditional event moderation and presentations.
She first rose to fame as one of five finalists on series one of The Apprentice, capturing the nation’s hearts through her strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Focussing on a close working relationship with her clients, Miriam Staley ensures to add significant value to any event or conference she works on.
Miriam’s expert experience guarantees an enjoyable and seamless event for the organisers, presenters and delegates – while adding in some of her personal sparkle, flair and fun.
Liz Barclay is a TV presenter, radio broadcaster, producer and writer with an expertise on money and finance, particularly alongside small businesses.
Liz was appointed the Small Business Commissioner in 2021. Her role is to spearhead the national effort to crackdown on poor payment practices affecting small businesses – sometimes these businesses do not receive the money they are owed, and they are forced to shut. The position was first created in 2016 to help these small and medium sized companies secure the payments they need and deserve.
