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Finley Grimble

Former International Relations & Defence Strategy Advisor to the UK Government, Founder of the Knightsbridge Strategic Group

Popular talks

  • Greatest Geopolitical Risks Facing the Finance Sector
  • Knightsbridge Strategic Group’s Geopolitical Intelligence Assessment for the Year
  • The Art of Grand Strategy
  • Building AI into Intelligence and Strategy
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Talks

Popular talks by Finley Grimble

  1. Greatest Geopolitical Risks Facing the Finance Sector

    Finley draws on his experience advising major banks and financial institutions to assess the geopolitical threats shaping markets. He explains how conflicts, sanctions, and supply chain shocks have disrupted finance—and shares lessons and strategies to navigate an era of pervasive geopolitical risk.

  2. Knightsbridge Strategic Group’s Geopolitical Intelligence Assessment for the Year

    Finley presents an exclusive forecast of the year’s key geopolitical flashpoints and emerging risks. He explores scenario planning, early warning indicators, and actionable intelligence designed to help decision-makers in business and government prepare for disruption and seize strategic advantage.

  3. The Art of Grand Strategy

    Finley draws on his experience advising governments, NATO, and the world’s largest companies to reveal how grand strategy is crafted and executed. This talk explores how leaders from Napoleon, Bismarck, and Machiavelli to today’s strategists use reflexive control, inception, covert effects, narrative, and deception—employing all levers of state power: military,…

  4. Building AI into Intelligence and Strategy

    Finley explains how AI is revolutionising intelligence and strategic planning. He delves into practical methods to integrate AI tools into analysis and decision-making, and assesses the risks of relying on opaque systems that can both empower and undermine modern strategy.

  5. The Future of NATO & European Defence

    Finley assesses NATO’s evolving mission, Europe’s emerging defence capabilities, and the dilemmas posed by Russia, China, and internal divisions. He explores how the shifting US commitment to European security and debates about European autonomy are reshaping defence strategy and long-term stability.

  6. Taiwan and the Future of US-China Great-Power Competition

    Finley examines why Taiwan has become the central flashpoint in US-China rivalry. He delves into scenarios of conflict and blockade, and explains how this contest is reshaping alliances, trade, and the global balance of power across the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

  7. The Russia–Ukraine Conflict and the Dilemmas for the US & NATO

    Finley analyses how Russia’s war in Ukraine is reshaping NATO’s priorities, testing US resolve, and creating profound dilemmas over escalation and long-term containment. He explores the conflict’s implications for European security and Western credibility in an increasingly contested world.

  8. A Long-Term Outlook for the Middle East

    Finley assesses the grand strategies of the major players shaping the Middle East, from Iran’s regional ambitions to Saudi Arabia’s transformation and Israel’s evolving security posture. He explains the shifting balance of power, examines the risks and opportunities, and shares his perspective on where the region is ultimately heading.

  9. US Grand Strategy for the Next Century

    Finley explores the competing visions for the US’s grand strategy over the next century. He assesses how Washington can navigate rising Chinese power, technological disruption, and internal challenges while sustaining its leadership and adapting to a transformed global order.

  10. UK Grand Strategy for the Next Century

    Finley explains how the UK can forge a coherent grand strategy that balances economic resilience, security partnerships, and renewed global influence. He assesses strategic options for the UK to remain relevant and effective amid accelerating geopolitical competition.

  11. Wargaming to Develop Strategy

    Finley explores how wargaming reveals hidden assumptions, tests strategic plans, and strengthens resilience. He explains proven wargame approaches that help leaders in government, business, and finance prepare for crises and make better decisions in complex, high-stakes environments.

Biography

About Finley Grimble

Finley Grimble spent 11 years in strategic advisory, policymaking, wargaming, and diplomatic roles for the UK Government, serving at the Cabinet Office, Ministry of Defence, Foreign Office, and with Parliamentarians.

This included:

– Designing wargames, including for the National Security Council Officials (the highest decision-making body in the UK national security system), on China, Taiwan, Russia, Ukraine, NATO, US-UK relations, Israel, Gaza, Iran.

– Working with the Prime Minister, Defence Secretary, Foreign Secretary, National Security Advisor and National Security Council.

– Diplomacy with NATO Allies as well as UK’s adversaries.

– Global grand strategy advising as well as regional policy advising.

Finley is the Founder & CEO of the Knightsbridge Strategic Group (KSG). KSG provides intelligence, wargaming, strategy, AI augmentation, and embedded specialists into its finance, defence, energy, extractive, logistics, tech, governmental and intergovernmental clients.

He is personally embedded into NATO currently to provide wargaming, strategy and AI services. He served a similar embedded function for Google in the past (surrounding intelligence).

He regularly appears across several media outlets, including CBS, CNN, Business Insider, The Diplomat, South China Morning Post and Rolling Stone.

 

How to book Finley Grimble

Answers on fees, availability and booking process.

How do I book Finley Grimble for a keynote speech?

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

What are Finley Grimble's speaking fees?

Finley Grimble'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 Finley tailored to your event.

What topics does Finley Grimble speak about?

Finley Grimble speaks on America, Artificial Intelligence, Asia, Europe, Financial. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Finley to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Finley Grimble available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Finley Grimble for events worldwide, subject to Finley'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 Finley Grimble 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 Finley Grimble 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 Finley Grimble?

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 Finley can accommodate.

Can Finley Grimble tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Finley Grimble 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 Finley can offer.

What languages does Finley Grimble present in?

Finley Grimble 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 Finley Grimble a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Finley Grimble's areas of expertise include America, Artificial Intelligence, Asia, Europe, Financial. To get a clear sense of Finley'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 Finley Grimble speak at?

Finley Grimble 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, Artificial Intelligence, Asia, Europe, Financial is relevant. Details of Finley'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 Finley Grimble 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 Finley Grimble is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Finley Grimble?

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

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