Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurial Speakers - UK's leading entrepreneurs available for conference and corporate speaking

JAMES AVERDIECK

James Averdieck is the founder and MD of Gu Chocolate Puds. James noticed a gap  in the market for high quality desserts. His products are now sold in supermarkets throughout the UK and in Europe.

 

 

DEIRDRE BOUNDS

A accomplished and compassionate speaker, Deirdre Bounds is the serial ethical entrepreneur who went from a standing start to build a global travel company that changed the lives of 1000`s.   

 

 

DUNCAN BANNATYNE

Entrepreneur, and one of the Dragons on Dragons Den, Duncan is founder of the Bannatyne Company running health clubs, hotels and bars.

 

 

 

GEOFF BURCH

Business guru, Geoff is a popular speaker for corporate events. Presenter of 'All Over the Shop' on BBC2, Geoff is also a successful author.

 

 

 

KARREN BRADY

Former CEO of Birmingham City Football Club, Karren is one of the UK's leading business women. Karren is to take up a new role on the BBC One Show 'The Apprentice'.

 

 

 

BJ CUNNINGHAM

Entrepreneur, BJ launched DEATH Cigarettes, which later led to him setting up a Brands Agency, which included such clients as B&Q, Nokia and Volkswagen.

 

 

 

james caanJAMES CAAN

Known for his appearances on Dragons Den, James is a successful entrepreneur, building and selling businesses for over 20 years.



 

RENE CARAYOL

Author of Corporate Voodoo, and presenter of Pay Off Your Mortgage, Rene is a business speaker and regular contributor to Radio 5 Live.

 

 

 

 

Robert Craven

ROBERT CRAVEN

Robert spent 5 years running training and consulting at Warwick Business School and set up his own consultancy in 1988. Sought after speaker on entrepreneurship.




TIM CAMPBELL

Tim was the winner of the first series of The Apprentice. After working with Sir Alan Sugar for 3 years, Tim set up the Bright Ideas Trust and is a successful businessman in his own right.




David Dein

DAVID DEIN

David is a football entrepreneur, and successful businessman. Former Vice-Chairman of Arsenal Football Club, he helped lead the club through one of its most successful periods in history.



 



karen darby

KAREN DARBY

Karen Darby is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Simply Switch. Karen has over 20 years experience as a public and business speaker.

 

 

 



Tim DrakeTIM DRAKE

Tim Drake is a leading entrepreneur and chair of three think tanks for leading companies in the Sports Sector. Popular business speaker.

 

 

 

Rachel ElnaughRACHEL ELNAUGH

The founder of Red Letter Days, Rachel is one of the UK`s leading female entrepreneurs. Appeared on the TV series Dragons Den.

 

 

 

richard farleighRICHARD FARLEIGH

Australian born investor, Richard is known in the UK for his appearances on Dragons Den. Has published a guide to personal investing.  

 

 

 

jackie goldJACQUELINE GOLD

Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, Jacqueline Gold, is one of Britain's most successful businesswomen and an inspirational speaker.

 



Jeff groutJEFF GROUT

Jeff is an independent consultant and former business manager to Sir Clive Woodward. One of the best business speakers in the UK, Jeff is a successful author.

  

 

 

py GerbeauPY GERBEAU

Former CEO of the Millennium Dome, PY was also Vice President of Park Operations for Euro-Disney. A leading expert on the leisure industry and motivational speaker.

 

 

 

andy hanselmanANDY HANSELMAN

Expert speaker on business competitiveness, sales, marketing and customer care, Andy offers a range of talks all tailored to clients requirements.

 

 

 

 

wayne hemingwayWAYNE HEMINGWAY

Well known designer, Wayne created the Red or Dead brand. A serial entrepreneur he has now turned his attention to social housing.

 

 

 

 

sahar hashemiSAHAR HASHEMI

Founder of Coffee Republic with her brother, Sahar is a popular business speaker on the corporate circuit. A successful author, her new business venture is Skinny Candy.

 

 

 

carl hopkinsCARL HOPKINS

Carl Hopkins is a successful businessman and appeared on Channel 4's The Secret Millionaire. Well established, tough talking mentor and investor.

 

 

 

 

liz jacksonLIZ JACKSON

Founder of Great Guns Marketing, Liz`s story is all the more remarkable as she is totally blind. Recently appeared on the Secret Millionaire on Channel 4. 

 

 

 

michelle moneMICHELLE MONE 

Michelle is a highly successful entrepreneur, and founder of MJM International, which makes the Ultimo Brand. Received "World Young Business Achiever Award" in 2000.

 

 


deborah meadenDEBORAH MEADEN 

A successful businesswoman in the leisure industry and entrepreneur, Deborah is known for her appearances on Dragons Den. 

 

 

 

theo paphtisTHEO PAPHITIS 

One of the Dragons from Dragons Den, Theo Paphitis, is a successful businessman and entrepreneur. Chairman of Rymans and La Senza, Theo is also involved with Red Letter Days and was former Chairman of Millwall FC.

 

 

mary portasMARY PORTAS

Mary is one of the UK's foremost authorities on retailing and brand communication. Her TV series 'Mary Queen of Shops' was a huge success and Mary is founder of Yellowdoor, a leading creative agency.

 



richard reedRICHARD REED

Richard is one of the co-founders of Innocent Drinks, the number one smoothie brand in the UK. Mullti award winning businessman & entrepreneur. 

 

 

 

doug richardDOUG RICHARD 

Has 18 years experience in the development of technology and software ventures. One of the former Dragons on Dragons Den on BBC2.  

 

 

kevin steeleKEVIN STEELE

Social and environmental campaigner, Kevin has led campaigns resulting in huge investments and co-founded National Family Week.

 

 

 

mike southonMIKE SOUTHON

An experienced facilitator and moderator. Mike is a leading business speaker having built and sold his own company in the 1980s and worked on 17 different start up companies.

 

 

 

David Taylor DAVID TAYLOR

The Naked Leader - David has 25 years of business experience and is considered one of the UK's leading business gurus. Author of the Naked Leader books.

 

 

 

Pete WatermanPETER WATERMAN

One of the founders of successful music producers, Stock, Aitken & Waterman. Pete is also a train enthusiast.


 

 

Tim WaterstoneTIM WATERSTONE

Tim Waterstone is the founder of the hugely successful book chain "Waterstones". One of the UK`s leading entrepreneurs and business speakers.

 

 

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