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Keynote SpeakerStephanie McGovern

Broadcaster and Podcaster, Former BBC Breakfast Business Reporter

Steph went from Black & Decker engineer to BBC Breakfast business reporter and co-presenter before presenting her own Channel 4 show and co-hosting The Rest is Money podcast with Robert Peston. She also fronted Watchdog, Pocket Money Pitch, Made in Great Britain, and Shop Well For Less - covering all aspects of real life business and economics. In the process she’s been trained in lean production, explained monetary and economic policy, and danced an impromptu Irish jig live on air.... Read more

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  • Business
  • News
  • Finance
  • Broadcast
  • Journalism
  • Diversity

Biography

Award-winning journalist and broadcaster Steph McGovern co-hosts the The Rest Is Money with Robert Peston, where they explore the economic issues that affect our everyday lives, decode business jargon, and revisit some of the biggest financial events of the last half century. A frequent host and contestant on Have I Got News For You, Steph is also a regular guest on TV and radio panel shows. She also presented Steph’s Packed Lunch, Channel 4’s live daily lunchtime magazine show.

Working in financial journalism for over twenty years, with eight years on BBC Breakfast, Steph travelled all over the UK covering economic news and broadcasting live from over five hundred businesses. Whether speaking to factory workers or FTSE 100 CEOs, Steph’s mission was to uncover and explain the real economy. She continued that work on her Channel 4 show, with regular features such as her Small Business Market and Job Clinic.

Away from news, Steph launched her own CBBC show looking for the next generation of entrepreneurs, Pocket Money Pitch. On BBC Two’s Made in Great Britain she joined 21st century makers exploring the skills and industries that built the nation. She co-hosted five series of the BBC One show Shop Well For Less, and four series of the consumer rights institution Watchdog. She also joined Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall to present the BBC One health show Easy Ways to Live Well.

Before becoming an on-air correspondent, Steph was the lead producer of financial news for the BBC, working with then Business Editor Robert Peston at the forefront of the award-winning coverage of the credit crunch and banking crisis. She soon began broadcasting herself, and delivered the business news on 5Live, Radio 4 and on the Chris Evans show on Radio 2 before gaining a fulltime role on BBC Breakfast.

Originally from Middlesbrough, Steph started as an apprentice engineer at Black & Decker where, aged nineteen, she won the title of Young Engineer for Britain before studying at University College London.

Outside broadcasting Steph is involved in community and education projects. She is a mentor for young people in her native Teesside and runs workshops with schoolchildren around the North East. Steph is a patron of the charity Rubies, supporting disadvantaged children, and is a former champion Irish dancer.

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How to book Stephanie McGovern as a keynote speaker

How do I book Stephanie McGovern for a keynote speech?

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

What are Stephanie McGovern's speaking fees?

Stephanie McGovern'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 Stephanie tailored to your event.

What topics does Stephanie McGovern speak about?

Stephanie McGovern speaks on Business & Management, Diversity, Economics, Facilitators & Moderators, Inspirational Women. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Stephanie to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Stephanie McGovern available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Stephanie McGovern for events worldwide, subject to Stephanie'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 Stephanie McGovern 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 Stephanie McGovern 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 Stephanie McGovern?

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 Stephanie can accommodate.

Can Stephanie McGovern tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Stephanie McGovern 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 Stephanie can offer.

What languages does Stephanie McGovern present in?

Stephanie McGovern 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 Stephanie McGovern a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Stephanie McGovern's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Diversity, Economics, Facilitators & Moderators, Inspirational Women. To get a clear sense of Stephanie'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 Stephanie McGovern speak at?

Stephanie McGovern 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, Diversity, Economics, Facilitators & Moderators, Inspirational Women is relevant. Details of Stephanie'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 Stephanie McGovern 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 Stephanie McGovern is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Stephanie McGovern?

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