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Joanna Coles
Chief Creative and Content Officer of The Daily Beast
Popular talks
- How digital disruption continues to alter and reshape the global media landscape
- Unlocking Creativity as a Key to Innovation
- The hidden and essential value of real human relationships in a digital world
- Why Diversity Makes a Happier, Richer Company
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Talks
Popular talks by Joanna Coles
- How digital disruption continues to alter and reshape the global media landscape
- Unlocking Creativity as a Key to Innovation
- The hidden and essential value of real human relationships in a digital world
- Why Diversity Makes a Happier, Richer Company
- Female Leadership and Career Growth
Biography
About Joanna Coles
Joanna Coles is Chief Creative and Content Officer of The Daily Beast, where she leads editorial strategy, brand expansion, and multimedia development across digital journalism, podcasts, video, and emerging storytelling platforms. A central part of her current work has been expanding the publication’s audio footprint, most notably through the hit political podcast Inside Trump’s Head, which she co-hosts with bestselling Trump biographer Michael Wolff. Inside Trump’s Head has quickly become one of the publication’s most visible political audio franchises.
The show offers frequent episodes analyzing Donald Trump’s psychology, political strategy, and influence on global politics, combining insider reporting with sharp cultural commentary. The podcast releases multiple episodes weekly across major platforms and YouTube, reflecting a high-engagement, rapid-response format designed for the modern political news cycle. Under Coles’s leadership, the podcast has helped expand The Daily Beast’s reach beyond traditional written journalism into personality-driven multimedia content, live event recordings, and cross-platform distribution — a strategy aimed at meeting audiences where they consume news today.
Before joining The Daily Beast, Coles built a distinguished career at the top of global publishing. She served as Editor-in-Chief of Cosmopolitan (2012–2016), where she accelerated the brand’s digital growth and cultural relevance, and earlier led Marie Claire (U.S.), expanding its focus on women’s leadership, politics, and global reporting. She later became Chief Content Officer at Hearst Magazines, overseeing editorial direction across hundreds of international titles. Originally from the United Kingdom, Coles began her journalism career at The Spectator before moving to the United States as U.S. bureau chief for The Guardian, covering American politics, media, and culture. Her reporting roots continue to inform her editorial leadership and media commentary.
Beyond publishing, Coles serves on corporate boards including Snap Inc. and Sonos, reflecting her ongoing interest in technology, media innovation, and the evolving digital ecosystem. She is also a television producer, podcast host, and frequent commentator on politics, culture, and the future of media.
Widely respected for blending traditional journalism with modern multimedia storytelling, Coles is considered one of the key figures shaping how legacy media brands adapt to the podcast-driven, platform-agnostic news landscape.
How to book Joanna Coles
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Joanna Coles for a keynote speech?
You can book Joanna Coles through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Joanna's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Joanna Coles's speaking fees?
Joanna Coles'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 Joanna tailored to your event.
What topics does Joanna Coles speak about?
Joanna Coles speaks on Communication, Digital Trends, Diversity, Education, Geopolitics. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Joanna to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Joanna Coles available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Joanna Coles for events worldwide, subject to Joanna'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 Joanna Coles 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 Joanna Coles 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 Joanna Coles?
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 Joanna can accommodate.
Can Joanna Coles tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Joanna Coles 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 Joanna can offer.
What languages does Joanna Coles present in?
Joanna Coles 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 Joanna Coles a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Joanna Coles's areas of expertise include Communication, Digital Trends, Diversity, Education, Geopolitics. To get a clear sense of Joanna'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 Joanna Coles speak at?
Joanna Coles can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Communication, Digital Trends, Diversity, Education, Geopolitics is relevant. Details of Joanna'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 Joanna Coles 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 Joanna Coles is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Joanna Coles?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Joanna Coles, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Joanna's current availability for your dates.