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Keynote SpeakerHuw van Steenis

Vice Chair at Oliver Wyman, former Senior Advisor to Governor Mark Carney

Huw van Steenis is Vice Chair at Oliver Wyman, where he acts as a senior adviser to investors and financial institutions in analysing financial, market, and sustainability trends to assess the direction of financial markets and thus help guide investment and strategic decisions. He also serves as member of the... Read more

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Popular Talks by Huw van Steenis

  • Financial Services
  • Asset Management
  • Regulation
  • Future of Finance, Fintech
  • Green Economy
  • Climate Finance and Sustainability

Biography

Huw van Steenis is Vice Chair at Oliver Wyman, where he acts as a senior adviser to investors and financial institutions in analysing financial, market, and sustainability trends to assess the direction of financial markets and thus help guide investment and strategic decisions.

He also serves as member of the Climate Advisory Board of NBIM, the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund, member of the investment committee, Oxford Endowment and co-Chair of the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Finance.

Previously Huw van Steenis served as Senior Advisor to Mark Carney, when he was Governor at the Bank of England, leading a review on the future of finance with a particular focus on climate finance and fintech. The van Steenis Report led to a five pronged plan for the central bank announced by the Governor June 2019 including the world’s first climate “stress tests” for financial institutions and initiatives to embrace payments innovation.

Huw van Steenis is an internationally renowned investment strategist. Huw worked at Morgan Stanley for 14 years, spending much of his time there as Global Head Banks and Diversified Financials research. During this time, he and his teams won numerous awards including being voted #1 in investor surveys 12 times and twice Starmine’s stock picker of the year for financial services. From 2016-2018, he served as Global Head of Strategy at Schroders and member of their Group Management Committee. He has also been Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive of UBS and Chair of Sustainable Finance Committee,

Huw van Steenis is an active investment researcher and regularly writes regularly for the Financial Times, Bloomberg and others on finance, sustainable investing and central banking. He is also a Trustee of English National Opera.

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How to book Huw van Steenis as a keynote speaker

How do I book Huw van Steenis for a keynote speech?

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

What are Huw van Steenis's speaking fees?

Huw van Steenis'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 Huw tailored to your event.

What topics does Huw van Steenis speak about?

Huw van Steenis speaks on Banking, Economics, Economics & Finance, Financial, Fintech. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Huw to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Huw van Steenis available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Huw van Steenis for events worldwide, subject to Huw'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 Huw van Steenis 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 Huw van Steenis 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 Huw van Steenis?

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 Huw can accommodate.

Can Huw van Steenis tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Huw van Steenis 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 Huw can offer.

What languages does Huw van Steenis present in?

Huw van Steenis 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 Huw van Steenis a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Huw van Steenis's areas of expertise include Banking, Economics, Economics & Finance, Financial, Fintech. To get a clear sense of Huw'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 Huw van Steenis speak at?

Huw van Steenis can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Banking, Economics, Economics & Finance, Financial, Fintech is relevant. Details of Huw'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 Huw van Steenis 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 Huw van Steenis is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Huw van Steenis?

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