Keynote SpeakerSuzie Imber

Space Scientist, Mountaineer, Explorer

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Dr Suzie Imber - Winning 'Astronauts' and BepiColombo
Modern scientist vs. 1600s scientist: Moon landing | The Royal Society

Popular Talks by Suzie Imber

Identifying and Climbing Unclimbed Mountains
The future of the space industry and exploration
The history, and future, of human spaceflight
Climate change and what we can do about it
Earth observation, and how we can use satellite data for humanitarian and societal benefit
Climate Leadership
Antarctica Voyage
Writing computer code to identify mountains, and launching expeditions to achieve first ascents
Becoming an international athlete, Mountaineer & Space Scientist
BBC's Astronauts series

Biography

Suzie Imber achieved international recognition when she won the BBC2 TV series ‘Astronauts: Do You Have What It Takes?’ in which 12 candidates underwent astronaut training with Commander Chris Hadfield. Challenges including taking their own blood, speaking Russian while in a centrifuge at 5G, and carrying out emergency procedures on the NASA undersea astronaut training facility, Aquarius. Suzie received a letter of recommendation from Chris Hadfield supporting her application to the European Space Agency astronaut training programme.

Becoming a full Professor in 2023, her “day job” is as Professor of Planetary Science at the University of Leicester, where she specialises in studying the impact of the solar wind on the planets in our solar system, particularly the Earth and Mercury. Currently, she works in Operations Planning for the BepiColombo spacecraft, which is due to arrive at Mercury in 2025.

In 2019, Suzie Imber was selected for Homeward Bound, a global leadership programme to train 100 women to become the next generation of leaders in the fight against climate change. The programme includes leadership style and mentality, effective communication, building teams, personal and organisational strategy, mental health and wellbeing.

Having just returned from Antarctica, (Nov 2023) Suzie says it was a life-changing and life-enhancing experience. She has brought back with her a wealth of new material, new insights and information, collected from and shared with women leaders and environmentalists from all over the world. With extensive experience of speaking at live stage events, including music and science festivals, Suzie was invited to perform at “Space Shambles” at the Royal Albert Hall, London, appearing with Professor Brian Cox, Robin Ince, astronaut Commander Chris Hadfield, and Apollo astronaut Rusty Schweickart.

Suzie Imber has spoken at many science festivals, including BlueDot, Gravity Fields, Cheltenham, Farnborough Air Show, New Scientist Live, Latitude, AstroFest, SpaceRocks and the Virgin Galactic Space Festival (US).

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What clients say about Suzie Imber

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Suzie on multiple projects, both for our own AstroAgency events and also in collaboration with partners such as the Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN), UK Space Agency and Space Scotland (together with Scottish Government). Suzie’s presentation and speaking skills are exceptional, but what further distinguishes Suzie is her level of understanding on such a wide range of topics, particularly in the realm of space and science. Her engaging style, bringing together enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge, is a rare combination and a hugely effective way to entertain and inform groups of any age. Our team love working with her and our event participants are always left impressed! There is simply nobody we’d rather work with.” Daniel Smith, Founder of AstroAgency, Director of Space Scotland

“Thank you very much for joining us as the speaker at our flagship Annual Conference. Your talk was greatly inspiring, given the amount you have achieved. It was equally educational on space exploration and on the mindset needed to overcome challenges. We’ve received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the audience, who were engaged till the end and appreciated the opportunity to ask questions too”. CEO, Pensions & Life Savings Association

“Suzie's talk was outstanding: genuinely inspirational - you could hear a pin drop throughout. And it was excellent that she stayed on- even popping in to a few student presentations. Worth every penny of her fee! It was a pleasure dealing with DBA. Thank you for everything you did to ensure things ran smoothly.” Head of Research, Berkhamsted School

“Best speaker ever. Better feedback about Suzie than when we had Hillary Clinton as our principal speaker!” Global consulting firm

“Hearing the delegates chatting after Suzie’s presentation was great – it was something completely different from what they have experienced before. Thank you for working with us to bring Suzie to speak.” Independent Association of Prep Schools Conference

“How brilliant was your talk! You were an inspiration. Great to see and hear from people like you, and to keep on exploring things which some of us couldn’t even imagine! Keep being awesome!” Pensions & Life Savings Association

“Suzie was absolutely brilliant. We cannot recommend her highly enough. She was so engaging, funny, interesting, and our guests loved her. We’ll definitely book her again. Thanks, Diana for recommending Suzie. Such a successful event”. Ayrshire Hospice

How to book Suzie Imber as a keynote speaker

How do I book Suzie Imber for a keynote speech?

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

What are Suzie Imber's speaking fees?

Suzie Imber'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 Suzie tailored to your event.

What topics does Suzie Imber speak about?

Suzie Imber speaks on Climate, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Performance. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Suzie to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Suzie Imber available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Suzie Imber for events worldwide, subject to Suzie'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 Suzie Imber 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 Suzie Imber 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 Suzie Imber?

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 Suzie can accommodate.

Can Suzie Imber tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Suzie Imber 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 Suzie can offer.

What languages does Suzie Imber present in?

Suzie Imber 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 Suzie Imber a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Suzie Imber's areas of expertise include Climate, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Performance. To get a clear sense of Suzie'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 Suzie Imber speak at?

Suzie Imber can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Climate, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Performance is relevant. Details of Suzie'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 Suzie Imber 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 Suzie Imber is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Suzie Imber?

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