Guy Browning is a leading British humorist, columnist and business writer, renowned as an after-dinner speaker, conference facilitator and keynote speaker on creativity, communication and office culture.... Read more
Guy Browning is a humorist, columnist and acclaimed after-dinner speaker who brings a unique blend of wit, insight and business experience to conferences and corporate events. A long-standing contributor to the British media, Guy Browning is widely recognised for his sharp yet gentle observations on work, life and the way organisations really function.
For a decade, Guy Browning wrote the popular “How To…” column in The Guardian (1999–2009), having previously penned memorable pieces on office politics and social climbing. He is also the mind behind the “Pocket Guru” column in the Daily Telegraph and has presented “Guy Browning’s Small Talk” on BBC Radio 4.
Alongside his humorous work, Guy Browning has built a serious career as a business writer, focusing on creativity, innovation and organisational change. His books include Innervation: Rewire Yourself for the New Economy (Momentum, 2003) and Grass Roots Management (Prentice Hall, 2002), as well as the autobiographical collection Maps of My Life (2008). His lines and insights appear regularly in collections of quotations.
Guy Browning is the founder of innovation consultancy Smokehouse, which helps organisations develop new products and services, explore new ways of working and generate fresh ideas for communication. His clients have included major organisations such as Bank of Scotland and Unilever.
Extending his storytelling to the screen, 2010 saw Guy Browning’s first venture into film with Tortoise in Love, a romantic comedy set in his Oxfordshire village. Across all his work, Guy Browning is known for humour that is incisive yet warm, avoiding political satire and cruelty in favour of thoughtful, engaging and highly relatable comedy.
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Guy Browning'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 Guy tailored to your event.
Guy Browning speaks on Business & Management, Communication, Education, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Guy to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Guy Browning for events worldwide, subject to Guy's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Guy Browning is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
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 Guy can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Guy Browning 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 Guy can offer.
Guy Browning 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.
Guy Browning's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Communication, Education, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation. To get a clear sense of Guy'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.
Guy Browning 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, Communication, Education, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation is relevant. Details of Guy'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.
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 Guy Browning is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Guy Browning, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Guy's current availability for your dates.