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Lionel Barber was the Editor of the Financial Times from 2005-2020. Under his editorship, the paper won three ‘Newspaper of the Year’ awards, transformed the newsroom into a world class digital-first operation, and solidified its legacy as one of the world’s leading business news organisations, renowned for its integrity and accuracy.
Lionel Barber began his career in 1978 as a reporter for the Scotsman. Three years later, he joined the Sunday Times and in 1985 he joined the Financial Times as a business reporter.
He advanced to Washington correspondent in 1986 before being appointed Brussels bureau chief in 1992. He continued to progress as news editor, lead of the continental European edition and US managing editor.
During Lionel Barber tenure, the Financial Times surpassed the milestone of one million paying readers, over 75% digital subscribers, and won numerous awards including the British Journalism Awards, Gerald Loeb, Overseas Press Club, Society of American Business Editors and Writers and Society of Publishers in Asia for its world-class journalism globally.
Lionel Barber is an experienced broadcaster and commentator who has co-written several books, including a history of Reuters news agency, “The Price of Truth”, and has lectured on foreign policy, transatlantic relations and Europe.
He has received numerous prestigious awards including the Laurence Stern Fellowship at the Washington Post (1985), a Woodrow Wilson Foundation fellowship (1991), a visiting scholarship at the University of California at Berkeley (1992) and a visiting fellowship at the Robert Schuman Center at the European University Institute in Florence (1996).
In 2011, he was appointed to the Board of Trustees at The Tate and serves as a trustee on the board of the Carnegie Corporation of New York. He graduated in 1978 from St Edmund Hall, Oxford University, with a joint honours degree in German and modern history and speaks fluent French and German.
Lionel Barber is also a member of the Board of Trustees of the Carnegie Corporation of New York. And in 2016, he was made a Chevalier in the French Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur for his journalism.
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Faye Lane is a Texas-born, New York-based writer and performer whose unique blending of story and song moved New York Magazine to gush, “She had them gobbling from the palm of her hand. Faye is an acclaimed keynote and motivational speaker. She also offers workshops and trainings for schools, nonprofit organizations and corporations. They were howling, […]
Jason Calacanis is a prominent figure in the technology and startup ecosystem, renowned for his success as an angel investor, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the tech industry. His influence as a top business speaker and tech visionary has made a substantial impact on the world of startups and venture capital. Jason Calacanis is a […]
In a world defined by rapid change and uncertainty, having a guide who can navigate the complexities of the future is invaluable. Dr. Graeme Codrington stands as a beacon of insight and foresight in the realm of business, renowned as one of South Africa’s best futurist speakers. With a blend of academic rigor, practical experience, […]
Alistair Appleton has been a British media favourite for over two decades. Having fronted some of the BBC’s most popular daytime and primetime series, Alistair is an instantly recognisable face in the industry. A trained psychotherapist and meditation instructor, Alistair is known for his promotion of mental wellbeing through mindfulness. Having been openly gay throughout […]
Franc Godri has the unique ability to connect with people and help them see the leaders that they are and can become. Franc was born in Montreal Quebec and as a young boy moved to Dalton Georgia. This started his great adventure of changing schools 6 times in 6 years. During that time, he met […]
A global metaverse authority, author and featured on CNN, Bloomberg, BCC, Fox and other global media, Ian Khan is a highly recognized technology Futurist and emerging technology expert. Ian speaks across industries including Manufacturing, Services, Retail, Accounting, Healthcare, Transportation and others on topics including Artificial Intelligence & Leadership, Blockchain & the Future of Trust, The […]
Meridith Elliott Powell is an award-winning author, keynote speaker and business strategist. With a background in corporate leadership and sales, her career expands over several industries including banking, healthcare and finance. Meridith worked her way up from entry-level to earn her position in the C-Suite. She is a member of the Speaker Hall of Fame, […]
Prepare to be entertained, energised and enlightened by Geoff Ramm on a journey of memorable customer service and marketing ideas that will enthral, enthuse and most certainly inspire your teams and delegates! Geoff Ramm is the creator and author of ‘Celebrity Service’ and ‘OMG Marketing’. He is a multi-award winning speaker who has challenged and inspired […]
Called “Silicon Valley’s most provocative voice” for his ideas on technology trends, globalization, US competitiveness, and the future, Vivek Wadhwa’s work puts him at the heart of innovation. From tech entrepreneur and business owner to accomplished academic and widely published author, he served as a Stanford University research fellow and the Director of Research at […]
Keren Elazari is a leading global cybersecurity analyst, researcher, and keynote speaker, widely regarded for her deep understanding of the hacking world and its impact on modern security. As a former hacker turned thought leader, Keren brings a unique perspective to the cybersecurity industry, advising governments, Fortune 500 companies, and top global organizations on how […]
Mohsin Zaidi is an award-winning author, commentator and qualified lawyer. His memoir, A Dutiful Boy (Penguin, 2020) won the Polari Prize, the Lambda Literary Award and was named Guardian, GQ and New Statesman Book of the Year; providing a personal insight into issues of diversity and inclusion, mental health and justice. The Guardian describes it is ‘a profound meditation on the power of […]
Scott Dikkers is a New York Times bestselling author, comedy writer, and comedian known for his innovative approach to both creativity and branding. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of comedy, earning global recognition for his leadership at The Onion and his ability to redefine comedy for modern […]
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