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Keynote SpeakerSteve Smith

Britain's most succesful high-jumper

Recently voted the Academy of Chief Executives Speaker of the year, Steve Smith is one of the country’s best and most sought after motivational speakers. He has extensive experience of working with leading corporate organisations and elite level sport, in particular premier league football. Despite being considered too short to... Read more

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Biography

Recently voted the Academy of Chief Executives Speaker of the year, Steve Smith is one of the country’s best and most sought after motivational speakers. He has extensive experience of working with leading corporate organisations and elite level sport, in particular premier league football.

Despite being considered too short to be a world class high jumper, he is still Britain’s most successful ever jumper having won a medal in every major championship including the Olympic Games and his British record has now stood untouched for an incredible 18 years.

 

Well known as an athlete who always delivered when it really mattered, his ability to respond to the pressure situation of an all or nothing third attempt was key to his success and gained him a reputation as one of the toughest mental competitors on the circuit.

 

Steve was the inspirational captain of the British team for the European Championships in 1998. His rousing team talk set the tone for Britain’s most successful ever championships. A ruptured Achilles tendon finished Steve’s career in 1999 at a time when he was the World number one and was seen by many as the favourite for the Sydney Olympics.

 

Since retirement he has gone on to be a successful restaurateur and a broadcaster for Sky, Channel 4 and the BBC.

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What clients say about Steve Smith

"Steve Smith was on stage for about an hour and it completely flew by, he captured the audience attention completely and held it all the way through. The mixture of humour, Steve's personal story and the video clips made the presentation spot on for the audience. A lot of colleagues have said that this was the highlight of their day, and the best motivational speaker that they had heard. Steve's presentation came across as very fresh, passionate, full of energy and enthusiasm and ultimately inspirational. Exactly what we were looking for on the day. I have already recommended Steve to colleagues in Barclaycard." Barclaycard
"The feedback from the team at Boots after Steve spoke at our communications event was overwhelmingly positive. Steve is a very engaging speaker and has a fantastic ability to draw parallels between his experiences as a top class athlete and the challenges of the commercial world. He was able to inspire a diverse (and sometimes cynical!) cross-section of people with everybody coming away from the event feeling energised and motivated. I'm now looking at opportunities build on the fantastic success of this initial event." Boots - Head of Technical and Consumer Evaluation New Products
"Exceptional, inspirational, motivational ¡V never were such adjectives more true than in Steve¡'s case. His story did more to set a positive mood and create a real sense of excitement than any of our own internal presentations ever could." Linedata - Managing Director (North Europe)
Steve Smith gave a fantastic input to my staff training day. He was inspirational and even engaged with the most cynical of my staff! They were able to relate to the sporting context and compare their own work and personal motivation in a really interactive and positive way. We would have all been happy to ask questions all day! Metropolitan Police
"Steve's input has had a lasting effect on the morale and feeling of positivity amongst the staff and that was the main objective of the day ¡V they were buzzing the following day and were full of praise for his presentation." Inspector, Training and Development

How to book Steve Smith as a keynote speaker

How do I book Steve Smith for a keynote speech?

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

What are Steve Smith's speaking fees?

Steve Smith'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 Steve tailored to your event.

What topics does Steve Smith speak about?

Steve Smith 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 Steve to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Steve Smith available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Steve Smith for events worldwide, subject to Steve'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 Steve Smith 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 Steve Smith 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 Steve Smith?

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 Steve can accommodate.

Can Steve Smith tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Steve Smith 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 Steve can offer.

What languages does Steve Smith present in?

Steve Smith 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 Steve Smith a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Steve Smith's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Steve'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 Steve Smith speak at?

Steve Smith 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 Steve'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 Steve Smith 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 Steve Smith is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Steve Smith?

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