Bernie Morgan is a dynamic and influential keynote speaker, known for her expertise in finance, social enterprise, and women’s rights. As the former Chief Executive of the Community Development Finance Association (CDFA), she played a pivotal role in shaping the UK's responsible finance sector. Her engaging speaking style, combined with vast experience, makes her a highly sought-after speaker for financial and social impact events.
Bernie’s career journey is both inspiring and unconventional. After spending 14 years as a stay-at-home mother, she pursued higher education, earning a Master’s degree, before embarking on a career dedicated to financial inclusion and social change. She has worked in both the public and private sectors, giving her an exceptional understanding of the financial industry from multiple perspectives. Bernie's varied career has also seen her work in diverse roles, from running a chocolate café in Margate to performing as a stand-up comedian, showcasing her resilience and adaptability.
Throughout her career, Bernie has held numerous prestigious roles. As the Chief Executive of the CDFA, she helped secure £85 million in investments, sponsorships, and grants to support responsible finance initiatives. She was a member of HM Treasury's Financial Inclusion Task Force, an advisor to the Commission on Unclaimed Assets, and served on the board of NatWest Social and Community Capital for nine years.
Organisations looking for a passionate, knowledgeable, and engaging speaker will find Bernie Morgan an ideal choice. She delivers compelling talks on financial inclusion, women’s empowerment, and social enterprise sustainability, offering valuable insights drawn from years of hands-on experience. Bernie’s ability to combine hard financial expertise with real-world impact stories makes her talks both informative and inspiring. Whether speaking at corporate events, financial summits, or women's leadership conferences, she captivates audiences with her expertise, humour, and passion for creating positive change.
How to hire Bernie Morgan
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Bernie Morgan's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Financial Inclusion & Responsible Finance
- Women’s Empowerment & Leadership
- Social Enterprise & Sustainability
- Resilience & Career Reinvention
- Diversity & Inclusion in Business
- Public & Private Sector Finance
- Storytelling for Social Change
- Women’s Hidden Histories
- 2013 – Completed a nine-year tenure on the board of NatWest Social and Community Capital
- 2010 – Served as an adviser to the Commission on Unclaimed Assets
- 2009 – Became a member of HM Treasury's Financial Inclusion Taskforce
- 2008 – Secured £85 million in investments, sponsorships, and grants as Chief Executive of the Community Development Finance Association (CDFA)
- 2004 – Appointed Chief Executive of the CDFA
