Keynote Speaker

David Miliband

CEO and President, International Rescue Committee

Popular talks

Global Trends
Reform of Global Institutions
US Foreign Policy
Society
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“Leading Through A Crisis” - David Miliband, hosted by Daisy McAndrew

Talks

Popular talks by David Miliband

Global Trends
Reform of Global Institutions
US Foreign Policy
Society
Education and Sustainability
Future of Europe
Refugee Crisis
Brexit

Biography

About David Miliband

David Miliband is currently the President and Chief Executive of International Rescue Committee (IRC), the New York-based non-profit humanitarian organisation. IRC employs 16,000 people around the world and works in 40 countries where lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster. David has an unusual/unique position of a senior UK politician who has now lived in the US for many years. He is plugged into a new administration and has a global view.

From 2007-10 Miliband served as the UK’s Foreign Secretary, where he was responsible for a global network of diplomats in more than 160 countries. He established a distinctive voice for an internationalist Britain, from the war in Afghanistan to the Iranian nuclear programme to engagement with the world’s emerging powers.

As Minister for Schools from 2002-04, he was regarded as a leader of reform. As Secretary of State for the Environment, he pioneered the world’s first legally binding emissions reductions bill. As Minister for Communities, he championed the renaissance of Britain’s great cities.

He was also Vice Chairman of Sunderland Football Club until 2013. He has taught at MIT and Stanford University, debating important geopolitical issues. Along with Jose Maria Figueres of Costa Rica, Miliband was Co-Chair of the Global Ocean Commission.

In 2020, Miliband joined a new venture capital firm, Giant Ventures, sitting on the advisory board.

Miliband set up “Movement for Change”, which trained 10,000 community organisers in the UK to make changes in their own communities. His accomplishments have earned him a reputation, in former President Bill Clinton’s words, as “one of the ablest, most creative public servants of our time,” and as an effective and passionate advocate for the world’s uprooted and poor people.

He sits on the WHO Independent Panel on Pandemic Preparedness and Response and he publishes on global political trends in The Times, Guardian, New York Times, Washington Post and Newsweek.

How to book David Miliband

Answers on fees, availability and booking process.

How do I book David Miliband for a keynote speech?

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

What are David Miliband's speaking fees?

David Miliband'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 David tailored to your event.

What topics does David Miliband speak about?

David Miliband speaks on America, Brexit, Euro, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with David to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is David Miliband available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book David Miliband for events worldwide, subject to David'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 David Miliband 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 David Miliband 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 David Miliband?

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 David can accommodate.

Can David Miliband tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief David Miliband 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 David can offer.

What languages does David Miliband present in?

David Miliband delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. 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 David Miliband a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

David Miliband's areas of expertise include America, Brexit, Euro, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security. To get a clear sense of David'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 David Miliband speak at?

David Miliband can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in America, Brexit, Euro, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security is relevant. Details of David'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 David Miliband 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 David Miliband is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book David Miliband?

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