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Keynote SpeakerDominic O'Connell

Times Radio Business Presenter and Columnist, Former BBC Radio 4 Today Programme Business Presenter, Former Sunday Times Business Editor

Dominic O’Connell is one of the UK’s leading business broadcasters and commentators. As a business presenter on Times Radio and Saturday business columnist for The Times newspaper, Dominic is a leading voice and expert across the London financial landscape. For five years Dominic was a business presenter on the BBC’s... Read more

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Popular Talks by Dominic O'Connell

  • Business
  • Financial services
  • Economics
  • Investment
  • Automotive industry
  • Railways
  • Aerospace
  • Airline Industry
  • Steel Industry
  • General manufacturing and energy sectors, in particular nuclear power

Biography

Dominic O’Connell is one of the UK’s leading business broadcasters and commentators. As a business presenter on Times Radio and Saturday business columnist for The Times newspaper, Dominic is a leading voice and expert across the London financial landscape.

For five years Dominic was a business presenter on the BBC’s flagship Today programme and appeared regularly on BBC television as a reporter and commentator. He joined the BBC from The Sunday Times where he was business editor for six years. He has won several national journalism awards, including the Wincott Award in 2017, the premier award for business writers and broadcasters.

Dominic is in high demand as a Moderator, Event MC and Speaker for major conferences and summits. He’s twice chaired the Annual Flagship Conference of The Investing and Saving Alliance and RSMR are among the other major financial organisations he’s worked with. Feedback and testimonials are glowing, commending Dominic’s presenting skills and the expertise he brings, drawing on years of experience covering the world’s biggest financial stories and interviewing CEO’s and others leaders from across the business community.

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What clients say about Dominic O'Connell

"Dominic is an excellent Conference Chair with exceptional expertise in financial services and the ability to navigate complex topics with his unique conversational approach. Having chaired the Annual Flagship Conference of The Investing and Saving Alliance (TISA) twice, our delegates have consistently praised him for his profound knowledge of the financial services industry and engaging compering style. Dominic would be an asset to any industry event and will facilitate meaningful discussions among senior leaders on pressing issues of the day." Chief Executive, TISA
"I’ve been in the industry more than 30 years and I’ve not seen anyone better than Dominic at handling investment conferences. Whether it’s moderating a panel or a one-to-one, he ensures that delegates receive interesting and understandable content, sometimes from highly technical and dry interviewees. Meanwhile he strikes perfectly a difficult balance with the interviewees, making them feel relaxed while challenging them and encouraging explanations. He also adds a valuable overlay, referring to events happening in real time, and he works with us pre-conference to ensure our content objectives are met. It’s no coincidence that delegate feedback scores put Dominic on a level with or higher than the interviewees, and we would rather not have anyone else!” Head of Marketing and Business Development, RSMR

How to book Dominic O'Connell as a keynote speaker

How do I book Dominic O'Connell for a keynote speech?

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

What are Dominic O'Connell's speaking fees?

Dominic O'Connell'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 Dominic tailored to your event.

What topics does Dominic O'Connell speak about?

Dominic O'Connell speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Dominic to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Dominic O'Connell available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Dominic O'Connell for events worldwide, subject to Dominic'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 Dominic O'Connell 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 Dominic O'Connell 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 Dominic O'Connell?

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 Dominic can accommodate.

Can Dominic O'Connell tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Dominic O'Connell 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 Dominic can offer.

What languages does Dominic O'Connell present in?

Dominic O'Connell 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 Dominic O'Connell a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Dominic O'Connell's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Dominic'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 Dominic O'Connell speak at?

Dominic O'Connell can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Dominic'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 Dominic O'Connell 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 Dominic O'Connell is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Dominic O'Connell?

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