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Keynote SpeakerPenny Haslam

Former BBC Breakfast and rolling News Channel business presenter. Founder and Managing Director of Bit Famous, training and coaching.

Penny Haslam is a former business journalist having enjoyed a 20-year career on the national media in the UK. She was a regular presenter on BBC Breakfast, the News Channel, Radio 4 and Radio 5 Live. She has also reported for Panorama and The One Show. She is now an... Read more

Popular Talks

  • Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous
  • Make Yourself a Little More Confident
  • Make Yourself a Little Less Nervous
  • And Now, The Business News...
  • Your personal brand profile
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Biography

Penny Haslam is a former business journalist having enjoyed a 20-year career on the national media in the UK. She was a regular presenter on BBC Breakfast, the News Channel, Radio 4 and Radio 5 Live. She has also reported for Panorama and The One Show.

She is now an award-winning motivational speaker, who inspires and entertains. A popular choice for business and employee events, her content focuses on Communication and Confidence. Penny’s talks are packed with relatable stories, sector specific insight and hugely practical take-homes.

As well as speaking at events, Penny works with leaders and emerging talent in some of the world’s largest organisations – through training, coaching and with the Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous® programme to increase the visibility of women in leadership.

Among her long client list are Google, Dell, NatWest, Silicon Valley Bank, EY and Adobe.

Penny is the author of two business books, Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous and Panel Discussions – The Ultimate Guide.

And she is a TEDx speaker on The Power of Visibility for Women, and has been awarded UK Speaker of the Year by her professional association the PSA. In 2018, Penny was named by Condeco as a top ten social media influencer.

“Penny Haslam’s remote session for our EMEA leaders was sensational and they’ve gone on to use what they learnt to great effect. What was also highly impressive was how she engaged them through the camera and held their attention from start to finish.” Tabitha Brear, Industry Engagement Lead, EMEA, Google
“Penny Haslam absolutely lived up to her reputation! She delivered a ‘Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous’ 90-minute session for Adobe Women - and the feedback has been amazing. She makes you think and people left with tangible actions. I highly recommend.” Tara Rule, Senior Director of Commercial Strategy & Operations, Adobe
"A fantastic session that stimulated ideas and supported us to build our confidence amid the challenges we face. We’re a growing company that values the ideas and experience of our people and we want them to feel confident about speaking up and sharing these. It brought us together both professionally and personally. Penny was entertaining AND thought provoking, and the feedback from delegates has been nothing but positive." Claudia Wootten, Senior Director, Business Systems and Sales Operations, Turnitin
“Funny, engaging, informative and professional are how I'd best describe Penny! She was professional from start to finish and the whole process was seamless. The fact that attendees are still talking about what you said explains that our money was well spent.” Steve Smith, Chief Executive, NWEEG

Popular Talks by Penny Haslam

  • Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous

    Unless you want to be a best-kept secret, the importance of getting exposure for what you do cannot be understated. Penny provokes thinking and urges action by showing audiences how to power up their personal brand profile and communicate with impact, so they can enjoy greater influence and engagement among…

  • Make Yourself a Little More Confident

    Penny had fulfilled her lifelong ambition of becoming a live TV presenter, but she had a problem that no-one else could see – imposter syndrome and a lack of self-assuredness, that regularly threatened to take her under. Penny has now distilled her experience into three steps that helps audience members…

  • Make Yourself a Little Less Nervous

    Presenting to colleagues, speaking up in meetings, pitching to clients – all situations where your heart beats faster, your voice goes wobbly and that rash on your chest appears again. All of which is horribly undermining. Throughout her highly adrenalised broadcasting and speaking careers, Penny has made it her business…

  • And Now, The Business News...

    Penny Haslam’s story of success has two sides to it. The perception and the reality. Over twenty years, Penny went from the typing pool to the TV studios as a business journalist and presenter, to founding a successful business that helps others communicate with confidence, called Bit Famous. The personal…

More talks

  • Your personal brand profile
  • Visible leaders
  • Communicate with confidence
  • Impact and influence at work
  • Self-belief for success at work

How to book Penny Haslam as a keynote speaker

How do I book Penny Haslam for a keynote speech?

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

What are Penny Haslam's speaking fees?

Penny Haslam'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 Penny tailored to your event.

What topics does Penny Haslam speak about?

Penny Haslam speaks on Business & Management, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, 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 Penny to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Penny Haslam available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Penny Haslam for events worldwide, subject to Penny'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 Penny Haslam 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 Penny Haslam 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 Penny Haslam?

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 Penny can accommodate.

Can Penny Haslam tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Penny Haslam 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 Penny can offer.

What languages does Penny Haslam present in?

Penny Haslam delivers keynotes in English. 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 Penny Haslam a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Penny Haslam's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Organisation. To get a clear sense of Penny'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 Penny Haslam speak at?

Penny Haslam 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, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Organisation is relevant. Details of Penny'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 Penny Haslam 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 Penny Haslam is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Penny Haslam?

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