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Keynote SpeakerCaroline Faulkner

Leadership consultant and coach, Gen Z career mentor: Former CEO, CIO, COO, SVP in Fortune 50 organisations

Caroline Faulkner has enjoyed a distinguished and multifaceted 35-year career in Fortune 50 companies globally. She has held pivotal C-suite roles such as Chief Information Officer and Chief Executive Officer, navigating the pharmaceutical, technology, and financial industries. In 2014, she was recognised as one of Computerworld’s Top 100 IT Premier... Read more

Biography

Caroline Faulkner has enjoyed a distinguished and multifaceted 35-year career in Fortune 50 companies globally. She has held pivotal C-suite roles such as Chief Information Officer and Chief Executive Officer, navigating the pharmaceutical, technology, and financial industries. In 2014, she was recognised as one of Computerworld’s Top 100 IT Premier Leaders and received her award at the ceremony in Arizona, USA.

Caroline was the Managing director of Pramerica Ireland, a technology and professional services organisation in Letterkenny. Since its inception in June, 2000, Caroline Faulkner was instrumental in building the organisation from a start up to over 1500 professionals before being sought after to relocate to the parent company Prudential USA head quarters in Newark, New Jersey in 2016. Here she was responsible for amalgamating multiple businesses to build a cohesive and modern customer centric organisation, using transformational technology, streamlined processes and investing in up-skilling staff. This resulted in a more nimble way of servicing customers while saving the company $120million. She was promoted to Senior VP becoming one of the top 25 leaders in an organisation of 20,000.

The diversity of roles and perspectives Caroline Faulkner has gained throughout her career has provided her with a comprehensive 360° view of business development, growth, and organisational resilience. Her innovative drive and passion for excellence have been invaluable to both individual business leaders and entire organisations.

Currently, Caroline has returned to her native Ireland and runs her own leadership coaching business, guiding companies to anticipate and leverage new and emerging workplace trends. A dedicated lifelong learner, she specialises in corporate culture, employee engagement, customer success and elevating personal performance. Caroline is also a sought-after keynote speaker and motivational presenter, delivering bespoke topics that inform, engage, educate, and uplift her audiences.

Popular Talks by Caroline Faulkner

  • Organizational Design
  • Development of agile methodologies
  • Resourcing planning
  • Project management

How to book Caroline Faulkner as a keynote speaker

How do I book Caroline Faulkner for a keynote speech?

You can book Caroline Faulkner through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Caroline's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Caroline Faulkner's speaking fees?

Caroline Faulkner's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Caroline tailored to your event.

What topics does Caroline Faulkner speak about?

Caroline Faulkner speaks on Business & Management, Future of Work, Gen Z, Inspirational Women, Leadership. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Caroline to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Caroline Faulkner available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Caroline Faulkner for events worldwide, subject to Caroline's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Caroline Faulkner deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Caroline Faulkner is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Caroline Faulkner?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Caroline can accommodate.

Can Caroline Faulkner tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Caroline Faulkner on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Caroline can offer.

What languages does Caroline Faulkner present in?

Caroline Faulkner delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Caroline Faulkner a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Caroline Faulkner's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Future of Work, Gen Z, Inspirational Women, Leadership. To get a clear sense of Caroline's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Caroline Faulkner speak at?

Caroline Faulkner can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Future of Work, Gen Z, Inspirational Women, Leadership is relevant. Details of Caroline's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Caroline Faulkner offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Caroline Faulkner is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Caroline Faulkner?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Caroline Faulkner, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Caroline's current availability for your dates.