Jonathan McCrea is a multi award-winning science and technology broadcaster and founder of Whipsmart Media, a communications company based in Dublin. An expert in future trends with a background in technology, he is the lead media trainer for Science Foundation Ireland’s 700 researchers and has given numerous tailored keynotes on... Read more
Jonathan McCrea is a multi award-winning science and technology broadcaster and founder of Whipsmart Media, a communications company based in Dublin. An expert in future trends with a background in technology, he is the lead media trainer for Science Foundation Ireland’s 700 researchers and has given numerous tailored keynotes on new developments in science and technology for clients such as Bank of Ireland Life and the Institute of Advertising Practitioners in Ireland.
In 2010, Jonathan created Futureproof, Newstalk’s flagship science and technology programme that has travelled the globe from French Guiana to the Arctic Circle. The show has won two gold awards at the PPI National Radio Awards and one silver in the four years it has been on air, most recently the 2014 PPI Best Specialist Speech programme. It currently boasts the highest listenership per hour across the entire Newstalk schedule, including weekday programming.
In 2012, Jonathan presented the critically acclaimed The Science Squad for RTE 1, a 6-part TV series looking at cutting-edge science and technology in Ireland. The fourth series is currently in pre-production. Jonathan also hosts The Lie, TV3’s big-budget, prime time quiz show that premiered in February 2014. It returned to screens in October 2014 and will continue its successful run in April 2015.
As part of his role as a science and technology communicator, Jonathan has provided training and workshops for organisations such as The British Council and Science Foundation Ireland. He has also has fronted or produced a number of large public events for clients such as Enterprise Ireland, Sony Pictures, The Science Gallery, Electric Picnic, and Adidas among others. For the Festival of Curiosity in 2014, he developed the headline show called Curious Futures examining how the world might look in 2050.
Jonathan has written on science and technology for the Irish Times and the Irish Independent among other outlets and is the resident technology expert on George Hook’s prime-time programme on Newstalk, The Right Hook. Jonathan has been a columnist for Stellar Magazine, Confetti and also wrote regularly for the Sunday Business Post on film. Before turning to a career in media, Jonathan worked in network management and Information Security for Ocean, BT and Siemens.
Jonathan is currently in the process of writing two books: ‘Where’s My Flying Car?’ and ‘Say that Again: The Science of Powerful Communication’.
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Jonathan McCrea'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 Jonathan tailored to your event.
Jonathan McCrea 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 Jonathan to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Jonathan McCrea for events worldwide, subject to Jonathan'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 Jonathan McCrea 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 Jonathan can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Jonathan McCrea 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 Jonathan can offer.
Jonathan McCrea 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.
Jonathan McCrea's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Jonathan'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.
Jonathan McCrea 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 Jonathan'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.
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We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jonathan McCrea, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jonathan's current availability for your dates.