After Dinner Speakers
After-dinner speaking goes to the core of Prime Performers' service for corporate and other clients, and we have over 40 years' experience in booking all the best speakers to fulfil a wide range of needs. Clients come back to us time and time again because they appreciate our friendly, impartial advice on booking the right speaker for the event. We're there all the way for you, making sure that your booking leads to an after-dinner speech that will live long in the memory of your attendees.
At Prime Performers' website, you can choose from a wide variety of After-Dinner Speakers to suit any event. Our speakers span a wide range of disciplines and include Politicians, Journalists, TV Presenters, Comedians; all are experienced on the after dinner circuit. And we're adding new speakers all the time to our already extensive database. If you can’t see a speaker to suit your taste, don't worry, we're here to help. Just get in touch and you can be sure that we'll recommend the ideal speaker for your brief and budget.
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The first British ESA astronaut to visit the ISS, where his work during mission Principia captured the hearts and minds of millions. A former test pilot, he is a STEM ambassador, bestselling author & cultural inspiration. …
Tim Peake
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Welsh Operatic Singer, the star of the Go Compare TV Adverts , Radio Broadcaster and after dinner speaker.
Wynne Evans
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Presenter of Strictly's It Takes Two and one of the original dancers from The BBC’s hit show Strictly Come Dancing.
Ian Waite
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One of the country’s most in-demand satirists, and host of Dave’s ultra-topical political comedy show Unspun with Matt Forde.
Matt Forde
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Popular celebrity, speaker and host who has appeared on Come Dine With Me, Masterchef, The Chase, Antiques Road Trip, Celebrity Canals, The Pilgrimage and Strictly Come Dancing 2017
Debbie McGee
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Award-winning comedian Rod is, without doubt, one of the funniest comedians on the circuit.
Rod Woodward
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Currently presenting Soccer Saturday for Sky Sports.
Jeff Stelling
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One of the nations favorite presenters from ITV's This Morning
Alison Hammond
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President of the International Association Of Athletics Federations (IAAF).
Lord Sebastian Coe
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A well- known, trusted and highly respected medical broadcaster on TV and radio, Dr Hilary is currently the Health Editor at Good Morning Britain, and appears on The Lorraine Show with his slot The Pulse.
Dr Hilary Jones
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The most successful sailor in Olympic history, winning medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 to 2012, including gold at the last four. Ben has the ability to instil confidence, courage and hope in people, …
Sir Ben Ainslie
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One of the country's leading sports broadcasters
Clare Balding
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Former England Rugby Player and Founder of the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation which is dedicated to raising awareness of the long-term, damaging effects of bullying.
Ben Cohen
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The World's Greatest Living Explorer with a powerful and insightful story to tell.
Sir Ranulph Fiennes
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Richard's most famous role is part of the presenting team of crazily-popular driving show Top Gear, along with James May and Jeremy Clarkson now on Amazon Prime TV.
Richard Hammond
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Vice-Chairman of West Ham United and adviser to Lord Sugar on The Apprentice. Leading speaker on Business, Management and Motivation
Baroness (Karren) Brady
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Popular actress, presenter, and human rights activist best known for her roles in The New Avengers, Sapphire and Steel, Absolutely Fabulous and Sensitive Skin.
Joanna Lumley
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Award winning political journalist who presents "The Andrew Marr Show" and "Andrew Marr's History of Modern Britain"
Andrew Marr
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Five Times Olympic Gold Medallist delivers a speech which is inspirational and can relate to What it takes to Succeed, Translating Sporting Success into Business Success and The Importance of Preparation in Sport …
Sir Steven Redgrave
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Founder of Green & Blacks and The Perfume Society - Entrepreneur, Inspirational, Keynote, Social Responsibility, Marketing and Branding speaker.
Josephine Fairley
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Exceedingly witty comedian, broadcaster and author.
Sandi Toksvig
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Former Foreign and Home Secretary and Leader of the House of Commons under Prime Minister Tony Blair, as well as Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary under Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
Jack Straw
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Presenter of Time Team and one of the country's funniest after dinner speakers.
Sir Tony Robinson
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Michael is a wonderful speaker who appears on This Week with Andrew Neil and presents the Great British Railway Journeys and Great Continental Railway Journeys for BBC2.
Michael Portillo
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Mary Queen of Shops, one of the UK's foremost authorities on retail and brand communication.
Mary Portas
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Amanda Wakeley is the iconic London-based luxury fashion label. Entrepreneur Amanda is an established favourite of some of the most stylish women in the world
Amanda Wakeley
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Alongside Clarkson and Hammond , James May is one of the World's best known faces on TV
James May
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One of the country’s top broadcasters.
Gabby Logan
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Lead Presenter on Match of the Day and one of the country's favourite Sports Presenter.
Gary Lineker
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Kevin brings his wealth of knowledge and expertise to every public speaking event. During his long and lustrous career, Keegan played for a number of top clubs including Liverpool, Hamburger SV, Southampton and …
Kevin Keegan
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John is one of Britain's foremost sports presenters.
John Inverdale
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Jake is currently the face of Premier League Football on BT Sport
Jake Humphrey
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Powerful and inspiring motivational presentation from the youngest Britain to climb Mount Everest.
Bear Grylls
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One of Britain's most recognisable sporting women who knows what it takes to operate at the highest level, to prioritise, overcome obstacles and attain success.
Sharron Davies
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Impressionist, Comedian, Satirist, ballroom dancer, Actor, After Dinner presenter and Awards Host
Rory Bremner
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Host of the popular satirical programme, 'Chat Room’
Clive Anderson
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Richard talks about the driving ambition which led him to become a household favourite in racing circles at only 21 and the focus and determination which kept him at the forefront of National Hunt racing for 15 …
Richard Dunwoody
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1966 World Cup Winner
Sir Geoff Hurst
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Comedian and television personality, Patrick is a popular, lively and animated awards host and compere.
Patrick Kielty
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Former England Cricketer and star of I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, Phil is the loveable rogue of English Cricket
Phil Tufnell
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Presenter of the aptly titled Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2. Conference Faciliator and After Dinner Speaker.
Jeremy Vine
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Energetic, charismatic comedian and actor who played Danny in Coronation Street.
Bradley Walsh
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"The DNA of a Champion". Sir Clive shares the characteristics he believes all champion individuals and champion teams exhibit.
Sir Clive Woodward
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One of the UK's finest ventriloquists and winner of America's Got Talent.
Paul Zerdin
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Mountaineer, author, conference speaker and the subject of the BAFTA Award winning film Touching the Void
Joe Simpson
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Cricket legend regarded as the greatest leg spin bowler in cricket history.
Shane Warne
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"Reggae Reggae Sauce" entrepreneur who talk's about his experiences in business and entrepreneurship.
Levi Roots
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Co-presenter and judge on BBC 2's MasterChef and BBC One's Celebrity MasterChef.
Gregg Wallace
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BBC's Political Editor.
Nick Robinson
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Former England Rugby player who was an important member of England’s 2003 World Cup winning squad, playing every minute of all but one game in the tournament as England beat Australia in the final.
Ben Kay MBE
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Chairman of the England Selectors and regarded as the country's finest cricketing speaker with a wonderfully dry northern humour.
Geoff Miller
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An impressionist, actor, writer of jokes, plays and sketches, stand-up comedian and, latterly, pianist.
Alistair McGowan
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Legendary Olympic Ski Jumper and star of the comedy of the year.
Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards
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Two Olympic Gold Medals and six World Championship titles to his name, James is one of the most successful British athletes of the new millennium. Inspiring sportsman, athlete and adventurer.
James Cracknell OBE
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Popular Talksport regular known as the 'Romford Pele' and former Arsenal and England footballer.
Ray Parlour
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Eliza Manningham-Buller headed Britain’s Security Service (MI5) from 2002 to 2007, leading the organisation though substantial change in the wake of 9/11 and the threat from Al-Qaeda.
Baroness Manningham-Buller LG, DCB
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Simon
Simon Callow
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Football player, Strictly Come Dancing Contender and pundit.
John Barnes
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Former professional footballer and now become one of Europe's leading Stadium experts
Paul Fletcher
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Respected political commentator, journalist and broadcaster.
Julia Hartley-Brewer
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As one the BBC’s top presenters, Justin has interviewed politicians, comedians, the Prime Minister, sportsmen, and top business figures
Justin Webb
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The face of ITV Racing, ex poker player, awards host and speaker.
Oli Bell
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Regarded as one of the best referees in the world who talks about his personal story, as well as the traits needed to command on the pitch, how to take tough decisions and deal with tough characters. A very impactful …
Nigel Owens
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Paddy
Paddy O'Connell
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Regarded as one of the funniest speakers around, Martin is a former England Rugby Player who is currently a presenter for BT Sport’s Premiership Rugby and European Rugby Union tournaments.
Martin Bayfield
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Liberal Democrat MP 1997-2105 and former Shadow Chancellor.
Sir Vince Cable
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Star of Strictly Come Dancing and Hole in the Wall a gentleman to the last and wonderful presenter and host.
Anton Du Beke
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Gloria is one of Britain's best known TV and radio personalities.
Gloria Hunniford
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Dame Katherine Grainger DBE is Britain’s most decorated female Olympian and excels when talking of teamwork, overcoming challenges, motivation, winning and the importance of communication.
Dame Katherine Grainger DBE
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Monty Don is the UK's leading horticulturalist, writer and broadcaster.
Monty Don
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Presenter on Escape to the Country and Countryfile.
Jules Hudson
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Martin Roberts is one of the UK’s most respected Property, Travel and Lifestyle TV presenters and journalists.
Martin Roberts
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One of the top mindreaders in the UK who has developed a unique, yet affordable show which intrigues the minds of the most cynical of guests!
Alex Crow
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The Hotel Inspector and The Fixer. Alex is an extremely popular keynote speaker for all types of events.
Alex Polizzi
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Former presenter and judge of The Great British Bake Off, Mary is the doyenne of family cookery, specialising in Aga cookery, cakes and desserts.
Mary Berry CBE
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A wonderful cocktail of song, glitz, chat and humour. Anita reveals wonderful anecdotes from her life in showbusiness, the people she has met and the places she has been.
Anita Harris
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Andrew Rawnsley Political Commentator, best-selling author and critically-acclaimed broadcaster.
Andrew Rawnsley
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Daisy is a freelance TV presenter, reporter and writer.
Daisy McAndrew
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ITVs Political Editor and host of Peston on Sunday
Robert Peston
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Tom Bradby is Political Editor for ITV News, renowned for his expert analysis and inimitable interviewing style.
Tom Bradby
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Sir John Gieve KCB is the former Deputy Governor of the Bank of England.
Sir John Gieve KCB
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Associate Editor of The Times & Former Head of Policy for the Conservative Party
Lord Daniel Finkelstein OBE
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Journalist and former deputy editor of the Sunday Telegraph and former Editor of The Spectator.
Matthew D'Ancona
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One of England’s best known and most loved football icons who has a wealth of experience in leading and motivating individuals and teams.
Stuart Pearce MBE
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Comedian, After diner speaker, Golf Days
Adger Brown
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Journalist, Broadcaster, Author and the former editor of Heat magazine.
Sam Delaney
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Sir Chris Hoy MBE is GB’s most successful Olympic athlete of all time, with six gold medals and one silver.
Sir Chris Hoy
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Eddie Jordan former racing driver, team owner and entrepreneur known for his irrepressible optimism and energetic joie de vivre.
Eddie Jordan
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Jamie Oliver is a phenomenon in the world of food. He is one of the world's best-loved television personalities and one of Britain's most famous exports.
Jamie Oliver
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Andrew spent over 20 years with John Lewis Partnership the last 8 he was responsible for leading Customer Service across the group.
Andrew McMillan
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Paralympic medalist and TV presenter
Ade Adepitan
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A Michelin Star chef, John became well known via French Leave, Return of The Chef and ITV hit Britain’s Best Dish.
John Burton Race
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Lovable Dancer and Presenter.
Louie Spence
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Better known as The Stig from BBC’s internationally acclaimed Top Gear TV Show
Ben Collins
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7/7 survivor and Paralympic athlete, Inspirational and motivational speaker.
Martine Wright
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BBC Business news journalist and presenter
Steph McGovern
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Senior BBC announcer, Voice of the Balls and Strictly Come Dancing.
Alan Dedicoat
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Richard is a well known vicar, and former member of The Communards.
Rev Richard Coles
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Qualified GP and international stand up comic and a Chaser on the quiz show The Chase.
Paul Sinha
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Creator and producer of QI, Not the Nine O'clock News and Spitting Image
John Lloyd
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Travel Writer and Broadcaster.
Simon Calder
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Former Captain of the New Zealand All Blacks and regarded as one of the finest players ever to come from that country.
Sean Fitzpatrick
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Toby is a motor racing journalist and presenter who has a passion for everything in life from MotoGP to Four Wheelers.
Toby Moody
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Jack founded BMED airline after arriving in the UK from Beirut with £90 in his pocket, BMED sold to bmi for £30 million.
Jack Romero
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Robbie Fowler former professional footballer and manager, turned pundit and entrepreneur.
Robbie Fowler
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Shane Williams is a Welsh Rugby Legend and one of the best wingers in world rugby.
Shane Williams
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England and Wasps Rugby Player, I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here 2019.
James Haskell
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Sir Anthony McCoy OBE is the world’s greatest jump jockey. He has dominated his sport for over 2 decades, making him one of the UK's highest profile sporting talents. Sir Anthony, also known as “AP”, is the …
Sir Anthony McCoy OBE
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Hugely popular, race wining competitor, in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC), managing a 2-car team and driving competitively, since joining the championship in 2011.
Rob Austin
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Nick Clegg MP is a Liberal Democrat politician who served as Deputy Prime Minister in Britain’s first post war Coalition Government from 2010 to 2015 and as Leader of the Liberal Democrats from 2007 to 2015. …
Nick Clegg
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British Scientist and Astronaut - Helen became the first Briton in space in 1991 and talks on Science, Teamwork, Motivation and pushing boundaries.
Helen Sharman OBE
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Former Conservative Party Leader, Foreign Secretary and Leader of the House of Commons. Best selling author with books on William Pitt The Younger and William Wilbeforce, the Great Anti Slave campaigner.
William Hague
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Graham Davies is a much-vaunted Keynote speaker, Conference Facilitator and After-dinner Speaker, not to mention one of the UK's leading Presentation Coaches.
Graham Davies
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BBC sport Commentator
Rob Bonnet
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Former Footballer, Clarke has authored two documentaries, "Is Football Racist?" and "Football's Suicide Secret" and is an Ambassador for the mental health charity, Mind, and the Premier League, Kick It Out, Campaign.
Clarke Carlisle
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Former Rugby International who talks on the performance of business and how to motivate and inspire performance teams.
Rory Underwood
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Multi award winning journalist, one of the BBC's most experienced foreign correspondents and a recognised face as a BBC News presenter.
Clive Myrie
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Racing driver who has the unique ability to inspire confidence, courage, and hope in people and learn about goal-setting, leadership, focus, self-motivation and commitment.
Nicolas Hamilton
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Jeremy is an astonishing trick shot artist, after dinner speaker and PGA coach who will make your event memorable by performing amazing golfing stunts, making everyone laugh and giving them a great golf lesson …
Jeremy Dale
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Former Man United, WBA and Coventry City Manager, very funny after dinner speaker.
Ron Atkinson
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Greg Rutherford MBE Olympic Long Jump Champion and joint British Record Holder.
Greg Rutherford
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The most decorated female British swimmer who draws parallels between the sporting and business worlds.
Karen Pickering
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Ed is a doctor in Nottingham with degrees in Medicine, Extreme Human Physiology and Medical Law
Dr Ed Coats
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Best-selling author of fiction and non-fiction books and articles, focusing on the subject of Artificial Intelligence (AI)and the prospect of widespread technological unemployment.
Calum Chace
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A highly respected former Rugby Union player who is now making a name for himself on the speaking circuit with his extremely funny and entertaining after dinner speech.
Andy Goode
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Dame Esther is one of the UK's best-loved broadcasters and journalists, an ideal choice for After Dinner Speaking, Awards Hosting and Facilitating.
Dame Esther Rantzen
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Former Rugby Player and captain in a Question of Sport.
Matt Dawson
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Writer and broadcaster, Nigella is the bestselling author of ten books and is one of the most recognisable names and faces in the food industry across the globe.
Nigella Lawson
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Inspiring speaker, best selling author, explorer and photographer who has covered stories and events around the world for over ten years.
Levison Wood
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Former Managing Director of Google, entrepreneur and investor in innovative tech startup businesses, focusing on financial services and technology.
Dan Cobley
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Award winning documentary maker, and Actor.
Ross Kemp
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80's Punk princess, singer, actress and presenter.
Toyah Willcox
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Erin competed in 10 series of Strictly Come Dancing, leaving the show in 2012 to start a family.
Erin Boag
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Gold medal-winning cyclist Joanna is one of the country's leading speakers on overcoming adversity, dealing with nerves and pressure, teamwork and body confidence.
Joanna Rowsell-Shand
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Former Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities.
Nicky Morgan MP
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Former Labour MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Shadow Secretary of State for Education, Shadow Home Secretary and Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Ed Balls
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Ray is Europe’s most experienced futurist and keynote speaker on the trends that will shape the future.
Ray Hammond
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Popular author, poet and broadcaster, ideal for after dinner occasions.
Pam Ayres
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Four time Olympic Gold Medallist and 200/400m sprinting legend who talks on Goal Setting, Performing under pressure and Overcoming obstacles.
Michael Johnson
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Comedian, actor and entertaining keynote speaker who is an avid tweeter and social media speaker.
David Schneider
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The Undercover Economist reveals the economic ideas behind everyday experiences, while he also writes op-eds, interviews and long feature articles for the FT.
Tim Harford
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Multi talented actor, humourist, writer and general raconteur counts the worlds most glamorous stars as his best friends and brings his own inimitable sense of humour and warmth to any event.
Christopher Biggins
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One of Britain’s most decorated male swimmers who has the unique ability to inspire confidence, courage, and hope in people and learn about goal-setting, leadership, focus, self-motivation and commitment.
Mark Foster
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Most capped Female Hockey Player in GB sport history.
Kate Richardson-Walsh
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The youngest ever woman to represent her country playing Hockey at an Olympics in Sydney, gone on to compete in four Olympic games and winning Gold at Rio. .
Helen Richardson-Walsh
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Co-presenter of The Last Leg and The Jump.
Alex Brooker
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Politician and Broadcaster currently presenting The Mother of All Talk Shows on talkRADIO, which is broadcast on Friday evenings.
George Galloway
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The boss of Brompton Bicycle and Brompton Bike Hire, Will Butler-Adams (OBE) is a keynote speaker with truly impressive business knowledge and big ideas for innovative design, production and branding.
Will Butler-Adams
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Commonly known to Liverpool fans as Big Jan or the Great Dane, Jan is widely regarded as the finest passer of a football to ever pull on the red shirt.
Jan Molby
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Dynamic and enthusiastic business guru and commentator Geoff Burch will brighten even the dullest subjects.
Geoff Burch
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A remarkable story from a man and horse who beat all the odds.
Bob Champion
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Sony and Writers Guild Award winning writer and comedian best known for his critically-acclaimed BBC Radio 4 show Mark Steel’s In Town.
Mark Steel
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A sought-after and popular business speaker on psychology and consumer behaviour with an innovative style that forces audiences to think critically about the challenges around them.
David Meade
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An excellent after dinner speaker and host, Jennie is one of the most familiar faces on television.
Jennie Bond
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Adam started out life as a doctor, but after his medical career, he swapped his white coat for a microphone.
Adam Kay
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Irish comedian, actress and Award Winning Writer.
Aisling Bea
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Philippe Legrain is a journalist and author, specialising in the fields of globalisation, migration and the European economy. He is Visiting Fellow at the European Institute of the London School of Economics and …
Phillipe Legrain
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Brian Blessed OBE is one of Britain’s most famous stage and screen actors, best known for his numerous Shakespearean roles on television and in the theatre. His booming voice and comedic personality has made …
Brian Blessed
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Sally Phillips is a comic actress and writer, best known and loved for her part in the Bridge Jones films.
Sally Phillips
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A national institution who recently celebrated 50 years at the BBC and now works for talkSport
John Motson
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Sports presenter and anchor of BBC Breakfast who currently hosts BBC One’s award winning Football Focus and regularly presents Match of the Day.
Dan Walker
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Ex Liverpool footballer and former Welsh football manager and player currently appearing on BT Sport and talkSPORT.
Dean Saunders
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Former Wales and Lions Rugby Captain
Sam Warburton
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England’s second most capped player of all time who has constantly proved he has a unique resilience to both stay at the top, and come back from times of adversity.
Dylan Hartley
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Clive Coleman is the BBC’s Legal Correspondent, a role he arrived at via a career as a barrister, Principal Lecturer in Law, and then one of the country’s leading comedy writers. He is also a multi-talented …
Clive Coleman
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JB rose to fame as a member of JLS and is now an established member of the farming community who uses his success within the entertainment industry to highlight his passion to educate children about the origins …
JB Gill
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James ‘Jimmy’ Anderson OBE is England’s most successful bowler of all time.
Jimmy Anderson OBE
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Barrister, World Cup and Six Nations Rugby Referee and entertaining speaker.
Wayne Barnes
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Youngest British Woman to climb Mount Everest.
Tori James
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Bonita has climbed the world’s highest mountains, including Mt Everest, and skied to the North pole. In 2016 she made an attempt on K2 in Pakistan and in 2017 published her first book The Girl Who Climbed Everest
Bonita Norris
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Architect, writer, lecturer and presenter of Restoration Man.
George Clarke
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Former Gold Medal Winning Athlete and Inspirational Motivational Speaker.
Roger Black
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Presenter of Property Ladder. A highly experienced and accomplished conference and awards host.
Sarah Beeny
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One of Britain's top stand up comedians and actors, known as sleuth Jonathan Creek and a panellist on Channel 4's QI.
Alan Davies
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Olympic, World, Commonwealth and European medal winner and one of the most talented middle distance runners Great Britain has ever had.
Dame Kelly Holmes
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Sir Alan Sugar's right-hand man on The Apprentice and presenter of C4 Countdown.
Nick Hewer
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Journalist, broadcaster and presenter once described as "one of the most brilliant journalists in the country".
John Humphrys
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Sir Trevor McDonald OBE is one of the most recognisable faces in broadcasting and has won more awards than any other British broadcaster.
Sir Trevor McDonald OBE
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Pundit on Sky Sport's Soccer Saturday and a highly sought-after speaker with a fantastic array of stories and anecdotes from his footballing career.
Paul Merson
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James Nesbitt, or Jimmy, as he’s known to friends, is one of the most popular and familiar actors on British television.
James Nesbitt
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One of the most highly regarded English rugby players in the modern era.
Austin Healey
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Former Welsh rugby legend.
Gareth Edwards
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Former World Snooker player and popular DJ known as 'Thundermuscle' and 'Rocky Flame'.
Steve Davis OBE
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Journalist, Communicator, Strategist and one of the most influential government advisers in the country.
Alastair Campbell
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Probably the best after dinner speaker in the country.
Gyles Brandreth
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Actor, Adventurer and Motorcycle enthusiast who has presented Long Way Down, Wicklow to Sydney By Any Means and Sydney to Tokyo By Any Means.
Charley Boorman
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Presenter of Pointless and regular chair on Have I Got News for You...
Alexander Armstrong
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One of England's greatest ever rugby players Will played for Leicester Tigers and Harlequins and was a member of the 2003 World Cup-winning squad.
Will Greenwood MBE
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Travel Writer, Marathon runner, rower, author , broadcaster and TV Presenter who found fame on TV reality show, Castaway.
Ben Fogle
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Former Director-General of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI)and one of the country's top business advisors.
Lord Digby Jones
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He is an English writer, comedian, actor, radio and television presenter of Irish descent.
Jason Manford
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Currently appearing as Chastity Dingle in Emmerdale.
Lucy Pargeter
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4-time Olympic gold medallist, 10-time world championship winning rower, turned TV presented and reporter.
Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE
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Former Ryder Cup Captain
Sam Torrance
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Probably the UK's most loved DIY experts who is always a huge hit when making a personal appearance.
Tommy Walsh
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Versatile and accomplished stand-up comedian, singer, presenter, entertainer, cabaret performer and after dinner speaker.
Shaun Williamson
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One of Britain's most well-known and best-loved gardeners, having fronted the BBC's hugely successful Ground Force and Gardener's World.
Alan Titchmarsh
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Speaker and designer from BBC Gardeners World.
Joe Swift
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A familiar face and voice in British broadcasting for over 40 years. A superb conference facilitator and an extremely entertaining after dinner speaker.
Angela Rippon
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Editor of the Scotsman Newspaper, Chief Executive of The Spectator Magazine, Writer, Broadcaster and Business Consultant.
Andrew Neil
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Probably one of the funniest after dinner speakers on the circuit.
Lee Sharpe
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Channel 4 News presenter and UK and international multi-award winner.
Jon Snow
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Former Mayor of London and the driving force behind the capital’s successful 2012 Olympic bid.
Ken Livingstone
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Barry was one of the best boxers of his generation and in 1985, a television audience of twenty million watched as he achieved his dream and became Featherweight Champion of the World by defeating Eusebio Pedroza, …
Barry McGuigan
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Former Presenter of BBC 1's Saturday Kitchen, Ready Steady Cook Chef, TV Presenter and Author.
James Martin
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'The Winning Formula' from one of the country's top Motivational Speakers.
Colin Jackson
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Paul Lewis is a prize-winning financial journalist and presenter of Money Box on Radio 4.
Paul Lewis
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is Britain’s greatest Paralympic athlete.
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE
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Former F1 World Champion
Damon Hill
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Lawrence Dallaglio OBE is a one of the world’s greatest ever back row forwards .
Lawrence Dallaglio OBE
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Star of ‘Mock of the Week’ and Radio 4’s award winning comedy, ‘The Now Show’
Hugh Dennis
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James has appeared on Ready Steady Cook, Step up to the Plate, Take on the Takeaway, Saturday Kitchen, Something for the Weekend and is one of the most popular chefs around.
James Tanner
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International Wine and Spirits Communicator of the Year Award who can be seen presenting on Saturday Kitchen and co-hosting Food Uncut for UKTV Food.
Olly Smith
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Bobby is one of the country's favourite comedians and is known for his brilliant impressions.
Bobby Davro
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One of the legends of the green baize, John is a former UK, European and World champion. He performs snooker exhibitions and is a very entertaining after dinner speaker.
John Parrott
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An architectural designer and broadcaster who has been creating and talking about environmental architecture for the past decade.
Charlie Luxton
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A leading authority on AQ: learning new AdaptAbility skills to deliver bold, fast change. He also works with senior leaders to build cultures in which others can grow their AQ to deliver the plan – and for life!
Jim Lawless
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Former England and Nottingham Forest legend.
Peter Shilton
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A 'Recipe of Success' presentation from a popular chef who appeared regularly on TV in 'Ready Steady Cook' and 'Saturday Kitchen'
Brian Turner
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Nick is a well-known Scottish chef, food consultant, TV presenter and spokesperson on diet, healthy eating and Scottish produce. His driving force comes from spreading the word about Scotland’s wonderful natural …
Nick Nairn
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A remarkable story from the BBC's Security Correspondent and author of Blood and Sand
Frank Gardner
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Property professional and presenter of Location, Location, Location.
Kirstie Allsopp
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TV Presenter, Adventurer, Marine Biologist and best-selling author, Monty has established a reputation as one of the most entertaining and thought-provoking speakers in the UK.
Monty Halls
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Highly accomplished presenter of Today and Radio 4’s Book Club.
James Naughtie
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Lord Prescott was Britain's longest serving Deputy Prime Minister and a key player in the Blair Government.
Lord John Prescott
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One of the best known and well loved tennis players in the world.
Greg Rusedski
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Former Premier League and England footballer, a successful football pundit, panellist and columnist who makes regular appearances on Sky Sports’ Gillette Soccer Saturday.
Matt Le Tissier
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Jim is one of the most familiar faces in television sport. He has presented football, motor racing, boxing, rugby and athletics to name but a few.
Jim Rosenthal
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One of television's foremost sports presenters who has covered major sporting events from the Olympics to Football and Formula One to Golf.
Steve Rider
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Former ‘Times’ Parliamentary Sketchwriter, MP and one of the UK's top after dinner speakers.
Matthew Parris
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International Keynote Speaker, Author, Leadership & Business Advisor.
Rene Carayol
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One of the South's longest-serving broadcasters and excellent corporate presenter and a hugely entertaining after dinner speaker.
Fred Dinenage
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Emmerdale's antique dealer Rodney Blackstock.
Patrick Mower
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One of Britain's best known and well loved gardeners.
Charlie Dimmock
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Rohit Talwar is a global futurist and award winning speaker on future insights and strategic innovation. Rohit’s clients include the BBC, Nokia, Panasonic, IBM, Marks and Spencer and many more.
Rohit Talwar
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Former Captain of Ireland and a highly amusing and entertaining after dinner speaker.
Willie John McBride
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Currently appearing as Alfie Moon in Eastenders
Shane Richie
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Former Prison Governor and one of the UK's finest After Dinner Speakers.
Robbie Glen
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Award Winning Motoring Journalist, Author, TV Presenter and Campaigner.
Quentin Willson
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Comedienne, actor and writer from ‘Goodness Gracious Me’ and the ‘Kumars at Number 42’
Meera Syal
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As a sporting inspiration, Tessa’s experience in athletics and competition make her the ideal public speaking candidate.
Tessa Sanderson
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Britain’s most recognised and respected motivational speaker, presenting his FIT4Business speech to Blue Chip and FTSE 100 companies.
Kriss Akabusi
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BBC Rugby correspondent and probably one of the country's finest and most amusing after-dinner speakers.
Ian Robertson
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Economic journalist and author of the acclaimed work on the future, The World in 2020: Power, Culture and Prosperity.
Hamish McRae
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Presenter of Sportsweek, the Today show and one of the most entertaining speakers on the circuit.
Garry Richardson
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Highly amusing and anecdotal, challenging and inspirational, Frank is renowned as one of the best motivational speakers around.
Frank Dick
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TV Presenter, Journalist, Radio Show Host and Conference Facilitator.
Eamonn Holmes
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Snooker's gentleman player turned commentator. One of the most instantly recognised faces in the game. Always ready with some joke or other, even in the middle of a match!
Dennis Taylor
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Author, Broadcaster and Jounalist for the Evening Standard
Anthony Hilton
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Quiz Show host, actor, writer and broadcaster.
Angus Deayton
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Entrepreneur, Retail, Business and Branding expert who presents 'High Street Dreams'.
Jo Malone
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Path to Gold, a powerful presentation from a truly remarkable man.
Marc Woods
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The King of the Trick-Shot, John is a well-respected commentator and became a household name when he brought his skills and colourful personality to the phenomenally successful BBC quiz show 'Big Break' .
John Virgo
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Writer and broadcaster who is frequently asked to speak at conferences on equalities, leadership, housing and social trends.
Simon Fanshawe OBE
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Giles is a writer, food critic, columnist and television presenter.
Giles Coren
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Darren Gough is a cricketing legend and winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2005. Darren was one of the most revered England cricketers of all-time. Before calling time on his career in 2008 Goughie specialised in …
Darren Gough
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Former Cricket legend Ronnie Irani became affectionately known to Talksport breakfast listeners as ‘Vernon’ after the TV personality Vernon Kay of whom he shares a strong Lancashire accent, whilst co-hosting …
Ronnie Irani
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Recognised and sort after Presenter and Motivational Speaker.
Steve Cram
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Business and Economics Presenter on Radio 4's flagship Today Programme. Simon is also known for being a financial journalist, broadcaster and the face of BBC Breakfast’s business news.
Simon Jack
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He's the well-spoken, remarkably small-eyed comic ! Simon Evans is an established act on the stand-up comedy circuit. His style has been characterised as aloof, sardonic and sharp-witted.
Simon Evans
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One of the UK's top satirical writers and comedians.
Armando Iannucci
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An award winning comedian and star and co- creator of BBC Four’s comedy quiz show “We Need Answers”,
Alex Horne
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Sally is the greatest female athlete this country has ever produced and speaks candidly about "Setting goals for success"
Sally Gunnell OBE
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A great business communicator and rated amongst the funniest business speakers on the circuit.
Guy Browning
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Enthusiastic and inspiring presentations from an expert on future trends and innovation.
David Bodanis
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In demand as an after dinner speaker and his sharp, intelligent observations and gentle sarcasm make him one of the most enjoyable comedians on the circuit today.
Fred MacAulay
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Ed is the chef and owner of Randall & Aubin restaurant, champagne and oyster bar in London’s Soho. He is regularly on TV and is best known for his role as a judge on ITV's hugely successful Britain’s Best Dish.
Ed Baines
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Entrepreneur, proprietor and executive chef of the Café Spice Namaste in London
Cyrus Todiwala
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Entrepreneur and founder of Coffee Republic and Skinny Candy
Sahar Hashemi
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Award-winning TV presenter, author and public speaker.
Michaela Strachan
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A passionate yachtsman who, paralysed from the chest down after an accident, inspired thousands when in 2007 he sailed unassisted 1,500 miles around the coast of Great Britain in a 15 ft trimaran dinghy.
Geoff Holt
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One of the UK’s most sought after presenters for television programmes, award ceremonies, corporate events, advertisements and charity work.
Carol Smillie
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Popular Presenter of Cowboy Builders, The One Show, Saints & Scroungers, Fake Britain, Beat the Burglar, Wrong Car, Right Car, To Buy or Not to Buy.
Dominic Littlewood
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Former Home Secretary who continues to inform government policy on the voluntary sector, social mobility and affordable credit.
Rt Hon David Blunkett MP
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Former rugby World Cup hero and winner of Dancing on Ice.
Kyran Bracken
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Former GMTV Presenter and one of the most experienced live presenters in British broadcasting.
Andrew Castle
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Popular host of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here…Now! , The Match, Hells Kitchen Extra Portions and Double or Nothing.
Mark Durden Smith
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One of Britain’s top racing drivers well known as Top Gears original 'The Stig'
Perry 'The Stig' McCarthy
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One of the country's best loved interior designers.
Anna Ryder-Richardson
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Celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson is an accomplished TV presenter, broadcaster, author, cruise host and restaurateur.
Antony Worrall Thompson
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Charismatic Italian Restauranteur and TV presenter.
Aldo Zilli
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Former Newspaper Editor who is also an extremely funny, interesting and insightful after dinner speaker.
Eve Pollard
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Expert on management coaching and developing high performance teams.
David Moorcroft OBE
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Former MD of bmibaby and highly entertaining after-dinner speaker and conference facilitator.
David Bryon
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Respected speaker on the Economic Outlook, The Stock Market and Investment.
Justin Urquhart Stewart
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One of Britain’s most recognised television presenters.
Penny Smith
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Sky Sports Tennis Commentator.
Annabel Croft
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Cricketing legend, sporting commentator, quiz show team captain and journalist.
David Gower
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One of the UK’s most successful javelin throwers having won seven gold medals.
Steve Backley OBE
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Former Olympic, World, Commonwealth and European Triple Jump Champion. Jonathan’s extraordinary achievements have earned him a place in history as one of the world’s greatest and most admired athletes.
Jonathan Edwards CBE
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Former Chief Political Editor
John Sergeant
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Veterinary Surgeon & TV Presenter
Steve Leonard
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Comedian and presenter best known as Gordon Brittas in “The Brittas Empire” and Rimmer from “Red Dwarf”.
Chris Barrie
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A successful internet entrepreneur who runs the UK’s largest online jewellery business 'Gerald Online'.
Gerald Ratner
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Presenter of The One Show
Adrian Chiles
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Question of Sport host and the UK's leading female sports presenter and a highly experienced and accomplished conference and awards host.
Sue Barker OBE
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Blind international adventurer who motivates and inspires others to achieve their potential.
Miles Hilton-Barber
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Professor of Forecasting and Innovation at De Montfort University and expert on the future of the workplace, the city, design and society.
James Woudhuysen
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Expert on Global Warming and first person to travel solo to The North Pole
Pen Hadow
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Pop singer, garden designer and recycling campaigner.
Kim Wilde
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Presenter of Dickinson’s Real Deal, Bargain Hunt and The Antique Hunter.
David Dickinson
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One the UK’s most respected and versatile broadcasters who enjoyed a 20 year successful career at Sky Sports News, anchoring their flagship show and interviewing several huge names, including Anthony Joshua, …
Kirsty Gallacher
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Diarmuid is one of the mavericks of the world of garden design.
Diarmuid Gavin
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Best-selling author of 'The World We’re In' and an extremely provocative speaker, ranging across the spectrum of business, financial and economic issues.
Will Hutton
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Regularly appeared as a presenter on the BBC motoring programme ‘Top Gear’ and currently presents 'Fith Gear' on Channel 5.
Tiff Needell
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Thought provoking presentation from the first woman to reach Mount Everest
Rebecca Stephens
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Europe's Leading Futurist
Professor Ian Angell
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Doctor, Writer, Broadcaster and hugely entertaining After Dinner Speaker.
Phil Hammond
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Interior designer, TV presenter and awards host.
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
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Best selling American author whose work includes 'The Laundrymen', a shocking investigative look at the world of money laundering and international drug trafficking. Charismatic and dynamic speaker
Jeffrey Robinson
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BBC News anchorman, presenter and established conference facilitator.
George Alagiah
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Without doubt, one of the most recognisable and liked sportsman this century.
Frank Bruno
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The funniest after dinner speaker on the circuit.
Dr Kevin Jones
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A professional comedian, awards host, conference host, conference presenter, author and after dinner speaker with vast television and radio appearances.
Dominic Holland
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Presenter of The Perfect Housewife
Anthea Turner
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Mariella Frostrup has firmly established herself at the top end of opinion forming journalists and TV presenters in the UK.
Mariella Frostrup
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Affectionately nicknamed “The Grinder” because of his patient and determined style of play.
Cliff Thorburn
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Nicknamed, The Whirlwind, because of his fluid, attacking style of play and popularly referred to as the People's Champion, Jimmy is a six times World Championship finalist.
Jimmy White
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Professor of Strategic Development and is one of Britain's most highly regarded Professors of modern business management.
Professor Tom Cannon
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A talent with a genuine winning mentality and commitment to put the work into achieving the required outcome.
Darren Campbell
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A much valued pundit on cricket shows, both on TV and over radio airwaves, Alec Stewart earned his richly deserved laurels as an English cricketer who led the England Cricket Team to a number of notable victories. …
Alec Stewart OBE
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Crime novelist, TV writer and Producer who has created some of the best known crime dramas on television, including Prime Suspect, Widows, Trial & Retribution and The Prosecutors.
Lynda La Plante
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Mark has been involved in Formula One for almost 30 years and has worked with the world’s top drivers and team owners, giving him a privileged understanding of what it takes to be a world class competitor.
Mark Gallagher
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Adam Hills is one of Australia's most talented comedians and has achieved international acclaim as one of the world’s best stand up comics
Adam Hills
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Irish-Iranian-Geordie Comedian and winner of Show me the Funny.
Patrick Monahan
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Comedian, game show panellist, television director, comedy screenwriter, and radio dramatist.
Andy Hamilton
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Best known as the Doctor in Doctor Who, Tristan in All Creatures Great and Small, David in At Home with the Braithwaites and Henry Sharpe in Law & Order: UK.
Peter Davison
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An award winning newscaster, Fiona is a regular presenter of both the 6 O’clock and 10 O’clock News and has fronted the Antiques Roadshow as lead presenter since 2008.
Fiona Bruce
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Gareth 'Alfie' Thomas has become one of the most iconic figures in world rugby. He uses his unique situation to captivate audiences with heartfelt corporate talks about his impressive sporting career, as well as …
Gareth Thomas
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England and British Lions Rugby International and Broadcaster.
Brian Moore
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Former rugby union player, who played at prop for Bath and England.
Gareth Chilcott
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JPR is one of the stars of the golden age of Welsh Rugby in the 1970s.
JPR Williams
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Scotland’s most capped centre three quarter with 65 caps
Scott Hastings
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Former England, Askeans, Streatham and Wasps Prop.
Jeff Probyn
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Motivational and Keynote Speaker with a powerful presentation entitled, Take Control of Your Life
Penny Mallory
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Danny's instantly recognisable South London accent can be heard on BBC Radio London's The Danny Baker Show.
Danny Baker
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Michael focus's exclusively on environmentally sustainable projects that take their inspiration from nature.
Michael Pawlyn
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Alfie is a stand up comedian, presenter and corporate speaker who is also a serving sergeant with the Humberside Police.
Alfie Moore
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Branding expert explains how important it is to build and retain customer loyalty.
BJ Cunningham
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Expert on global food industry issues and consumer trends.
David Hughes
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Sailor and one of Britain's most courageous pioneers, Dee imparts to audiences the lessons she has learnt during her voyages: a positive attitude to challenge, self-determined leadership, quick thinking and overcoming …
Dee Caffari
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A legendary West Ham and England International footballer and a highly respected TV commentator and football pundit.
Sir Trevor Brooking
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Former Captain of the Welsh National Rugby Team
Ieuan Evans
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The countrys most widely-known wine expert who presented 'Food & Drink'
Jilly Goolden
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Former England international who presents his Business of Football talks, in which he offers an enlightening insight into the workings of football clubs seen through the eyes of one of the UK’s brightest players. …
Graeme Le Saux
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Humanitarian Worker and Author
Terry Waite
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A story of great personal triumph and courage.
Simon Weston
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One of the most accomplished and entertaining after-dinner speakers on the conference circuit today. Humorous, businesslike, topical and clean.
John Simonett
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The Rogue Trader - Curiosity, intrigue and sympathy have been just some of the reactions to Nick's incredible life story, making him one of the UK’s most sought-after speakers.
Nick Leeson
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Motorsports favourite character, always cheerful and bouncy with a very entertaining speech.
Johnny Herbert
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Jeffrey Archer is a highly entertaining after dinner speaker who amuses his audience through accounts of his experiences in politics and his time as an author.
Jeffrey Archer
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Current presenter of On The Money for Radio 5 Live, a Sunday evening business programme.
Declan Curry
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Bubbly presenter and awards host who played Shelley in Coronation Street.
Sally Lindsay
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Shobna Gulati is a much loved soap actress and anti-racism campaigner.
Shobna Gulati
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One of the world's leading wine experts who is available for corporate wine tasting and after dinner entertainment.
Oz Clarke
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Presentation packed with great ideas aimed at motivating and achieving peak performance.
Will Carling
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Achiever of the World Land Speed who presents a powerful and memorable speech.
Richard Noble
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Outstanding Yachtsman, Inspirational Adventurer and Author of best selling book ‘Close to the Wind’. Competed in seven transatlantic and two round-the-world races.
Pete Goss
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Founder of the SDP, politician and keynote speaker.
Lord David Owen
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Impressionist, comedian, after dinner speaker and star of Dead Ringers.
Kevin Connelly
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England Cricket Legend and Sky Sports Commentator.
Sir Ian Botham
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One of the most recognisable voices in radio, with over 40 years in the industry.
David Jensen
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Inspirational speaker and the first man in history to reach the Geographic and Magnetic North and South Poles.
David Hempleman-Adams
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Presenter, Motivational Speaker and DIY expert
Craig Phillips
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Antony plays Sean Tully in Coronation Street.
Antony Cotton
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Former Snooker player renowned not only for his technical nous, but also for his wealth of experience of high level competition as a player and coach.
Terry Griffiths
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John H Stracey is one of Britain's greatest World Boxing Champions of all time winning the British, European and World Welterweight Championships in a career spanning 17 years.
John H Stracey
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Former Leicestershire and England Cricketer, BBC Cricket Correspondent Jonathan is one of the mainstays of Test Match Special
Jonathan Agnew
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Mike is Director of Football Operations at Chelsea Football Club and talks on Leadership, Building High Performance Teams and Talent Management to give inspirational speeches and workshops.
Mike Forde
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Former Captain of the luxury cruise liner Queen Elizabeth 2
Captain Nick Bates
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Rugby World Cup winner and one of the world’s greatest back row players.
Richard Hill MBE
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Mark Carwardine is a zoologist and conservationist, an award-winning writer and TV and radio presenter.
Mark Carwardine
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Popular Award Winning Broadcaster, former Talk Show Host and Celebrity Big Brother inmate. Wonderful host and presenter at any occasion.
Vanessa Feltz
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After a successful career as an Anchor in the newsrooms of the BBC and Sky, as well as co-hosting a top daytime show for ITV (Everything Must Go!), Adrienne now specialises in delivering outstanding events for …
Adrienne Lawler
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Welsh comedian and TV presenter
Rhod Gilbert
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Former five time Olympic skier turned TV presenter, adventurer and journalist, Graham Bell is the face of the BBC's Ski Sunday as well as a successful commentator and sporting pundit.
Graham Bell
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From Glamour Model to endurance Athlete, Adventurer and Entrepreneur. First woman to walk the entire length of the Great Wall of China!
Katie-Jane L'Herpiniere
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Former Ryder Cup captain and European Tour golfing legend who provides an informative insight into the world's biggest golf event.
Bernard Gallacher
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Practised, entertaining and witty speaker, she lifts the veil on the discreet yet not-so-discreet World of Westminster and enthuses hilariously about ‘Great British Battleaxes’.
Christine Hamilton
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Acknowledged as one of Britain’s most popular entertainers, comedians and after dinner speakers.
Les Dennis
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Independent business consultant focusing on people management, team building, peak performance, recruitment and retention issues.
Jeff Grout
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One of the country's leading comics whose astounding act uses a riot of exuberant, laugh out loud comedy, extraordinary caricatures and hilariously accurate impressions.
Terry Alderton
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Currently playing Cain Dingle in Emmerdale.
Jeff Hordley
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Emmerdale’s finest, known as Eric Pollard to his millions of admirers.
Chris Chittell
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Famous for his roles in Grange Hill, Tuckers Luck, Eastenders and The Bill.
Todd Carty
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Best selling author, broadcaster and a humorous and motivational cross cultural communicator who speaks in five different languages.
Frances Edmonds
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TV and radio comedian and bestselling author of 'Round Ireland with a Fridge', the story of his absurd quest to hitch round the circumference of Ireland.
Tony Hawks
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Actor, Novelist, Comedian, Thinker and Wit.
Stephen Fry
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Britain's best-known Mountaineer and leading Motivational Speaker
Sir Chris Bonington
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Former England and Yorkshire Cricketer
Mike Cowan
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Broadcaster, Novelist, Former Politician and After Dinner Speaker
Edwina Currie
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Former Politician turned football pundit, broadcaster and journalist.
David Mellor
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A British treasure and one of the country's most popular after dinner speakers.
Barry Cryer
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As a comedian, novelist and TV presenter, David Baddiel has seen his career go from strength to strength in all aspects of entertainment.
David Baddiel
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Glenn was a British professional boxer who held the IBF version of the Cruiserweight World Championship. He has worked as a Sky commentator and pundit since 1989.
Glenn McCrory
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Welsh rugby union player for Llanelli, Wales, the British Lions, and Barbarians
Phil Bennett OBE
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Huw is one of Britain's leading Newscasters.
Huw Edwards