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Ade McCormack is focused on how leaders can build organisations that thrive in an age of disruption, AI and constant change. He is a globally recognised keynote speaker and advisor on how organisations can thrive in an increasingly disruptive and unpredictable world. He is also a former Financial Times columnist and has delivered in over forty countries. With a background spanning over four decades, from software engineering to C-suite advisory; Ade focuses on one central question: How do organisations designed for...
Allon Raiz is regarded both locally in South Africa and globally as a pioneer and maverick in the business incubation industry. He is the founder and CEO of Raizcorp, the only privately held, unfunded, profitable business incubator on the African continent, currently supporting in excess of 500 businesses. Raiz is the author of two bestselling entrepreneurial books – Lose the Business Plan and What to Do When You Want to Give Up. He hosted the first national radio show on entrepreneurship...
Heidi Crebo-Rediker has held senior leadership positions at the nexus of international markets, macroeconomics, and national security, in government and business, for more than 25 years. Known for providing actionable strategic advice at the Cabinet Secretary, C-Suite and board level, she draws on her extensive U.S. and overseas experience to provide insight on navigating geopolitical uncertainty helping companies, asset managers, and organizations anticipate, build resilience and position themselves to seize opportunities. Heidi is a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign...
Dr. Magda Lilia Chelly is an award-winning global cybersecurity leader, entrepreneur, researcher, and storyteller known for transforming complex cyber topics into accessible, actionable, and even entertaining insights. Twice recognized by IFSEC Global among the Top 20 Most Influential Cybersecurity Personalities (2017 & 2021), she bridges the worlds of deep technical expertise, strategic business leadership, and creative communication. Dr. Chelly has authored and co-authored several acclaimed works on cybersecurity awareness and executive strategy. Her first title, Being Brave: Vera’s Cyber Adventures, fused...
Anna Bance is the founder of Europe's leading online rental website, GirlMeetsDress.com, that gives millions of women the ability to hire designer dresses and accessories for a fraction of the price. Girl Meets Dress started out whilst Anna Bance was working for Hermes as Head of UK PR when she noticed there was a gap in the market for luxury clothing and accessory rental for women. She quickly jumped on the idea becoming the first company in the world to hire...
As a seasoned entrepreneur Rob transformed an initial setback on BBC Dragons' Den in 2006 into the foundation of a revolutionary children's travel product empire. His company has redefined the market with innovative solutions that simplify family travel. The flagship Ride-On suitcase a staple of his UK-based manufacturing since 2012 has reached homes in over 100 countries with sales surpassing 5 million units and has garnered more than 120 industry accolades. In February 2023 Rob exited his business to Heroes...
Achim Steiner is a recognised leader in sustainable development and climate policy. He has led many international organisations, including several UN agencies, and was the third most senior official in the United Nations between 2017 and 2025. His expertise covers many fields, including international relations, geopolitics, world leadership, the digital economy, AI, global finance, international cooperation and green transition strategies. In 2025, Achim left the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) after eight years as Administrator – the equivalent of CEO –...
One of the most prolific and sought-after DEI speakers in Europe, Hayley Barnard is a thought leader and practitioner specialising in topics including gender balanced workplaces, inclusive leadership, and unconscious bias. Hayley has delivered keynotes to over 320 companies across the globe, inspiring audiences to DEI transformation at Mercedes-Benz, Capital One, Deloitte, Essity, HSBC, Altrad, and many more. Hayley’s speaking style is charismatic, warm, humorous and down-to-earth. Whether discussing the macro-economics of DEI and its impact on business growth, affinity bias...
Rachel Kelly is a bestselling writer and mental health campaigner. The author of four books, she speaks publicly about her experience of depression and recovery, and regularly writes for press and gives TV and radio interviews to help educate and break down the stigma around mental health. Kelly shares her motivational and holistic approach to good mental health and what she has learnt about how to stay calm and well. She is an official ambassador for Rethink Mental Illness, Young...
Nigel Owens MBE is recognised as one of the world’s best rugby referees and is the first openly gay man to come out in professional rugby. Born and bred on a council estate in Mynyddcerrig, West Wales, and a fluent Welsh speaker, he first picked up the referee whistle aged 16 after he was told he wouldn’t make it as a player. Owens officiated his first international game in 2005 between Ireland and Japan in Osaka and he made his...
Paul Papadimitriou is the founder of Intelligencr, the global innovation scouting firm. Papadimitriou travels the world to witness what the technological revolution actually means for the future of the global youth, culture, and our way of life — the geopolitics of disruption. He also looks at what the future of these common myths and tools looks like — and how will we be living and working together. As an adviser, he architects innovation strategies shaped around a new augmented, nomadic and...
Shane Horgan has been passionate about sport all his life, representing Meath at Minor football level and achieving success as a Juvenile All-Ireland Cross Country Athletics Champion. In his international rugby career Shane has represented Leinster 207 times and is the first Leinster player to reach the double century mark. He has 87 Heineken Cup appearances, scoring 27 tries, has represented Ireland 68 times and has played in three Triple Crown winning sides. Shane is a qualified lawyer specialising in arbitration and...
Matt Webb is an entrepreneur and technologist, working with corporates and startups alike on innovation, strategy, and future trends. At R/GA Ventures he is managing director of its London accelerators, investing in and supporting Internet of Things startups. As a hobby Webb runs a bookshop in a vending machine. Named Machine Supply, it was featured shortly after the launch by BBC News, and has been hosted by, amongst others, Google and Hachette. Previously Webb was CEO and co-founder of Berg, a renowned...
Tony Anderson is best known as the first marketing director of easyJet. EasyJet is the UK’s largest and best known airline. Anderson was as a key member of the start-up team that planned and launched easyJet in 1995 when it became the first carrier in the world to sell 100% direct to the public. Initially operating two leased aircraft flying between London and Scotland, easyJet today flies over 73 million passengers a year on more than 820 routes. Anderson later became Director...
Isa Guha is now a commentator and presenter who brings her deep cricketing knowledge to global audiences. As a medium pace bowler, Guha played ListA and Twenty20 cricket for Berkshire Women as-well-as making appearances for: Thames Valley Women, Braves, Knight Riders, Diamonds and Rubies. At seventeen, Guha was called-up by England for the ODI’s vs Scotland in 2001, taking 2 for 2 in 5 overs. Significantly she was the first woman of South Asian origin to play for England at international...
Dr Duvvuri Subbarao is an Indian Economist and Central Banker. He was the Governor of Reserve Bank of India 2008-13 and is currently a distinguished visiting faculty at the National University of Singapore. As Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Subbarao is generally credited as having safely stewarded Indian economy through the financial crisis. He also undertook initiatives to demystify the Central Bank, including lucid presentation of macro economic concepts in RBI publications and grassroots level interaction with the masses...