In an industry shaped by rapid innovation, shifting regulations and global uncertainty, staying ahead of the curve in finance and banking requires more than just number crunching - it demands visionary thinking, strategic foresight and real-world experience. That's where keynote speakers come in. 

Whether you're planning a corporate conference, leadership summit or client-facing event, hiring the right speaker can elevate the conversation, spark critical thinking and provide actionable insights that resonate long after the session ends.

Who are the Top Finance & Banking Speakers to Hire?

Each year, Champions Speakers has the pleasure of working with top keynote speakers who specialise in finance and banking. Following the evaluation of exclusive event poll data from 317 finance and banking-themed events held between 2022 and 2025, Jack Hayes has shared his vetted selection of the top finance and banking speakers to hire for your next conference! 

1.) Christian De Boissieu

With well over 40 years of academic and professional experience, Christian De Boissieu has played a pivotal role in many financial institutions. He is most noted as the Professor of Monetary and Financial Economics at the University of Paris, a role that utilises his PhD in Economics. As a speaker, Christian has featured at events internationally, sharing his expert insight with industry, academic and public audiences alike.

Christian's Official Speaking Topics:

• Economic Forecasting for 2026
• Finance & Business Consultancy
• Global Economics

2.) Pippa Malmgren

As an authority on financial markets, Pippa Malmgren has helped several economic institutions to prepare for the impact of political unrest, such as is presented by international tensions. One of Pippa's most prestigious roles was as former President George Bush's market advisor. While sitting on the National Economic Council, she was a direct influence on American economic decisions. Highly regarded for her political and financial knowledge, Pippa is a regular on the keynote speaker circuit.

Pippa's Official Speaking Topics:

• Politics, Policy & Geopolitics
• Financial Leadership in Crisis
• International Trade

3.) Mariana Mazzucato

As both an economist and futurism expert, Mariana Mazzucato is well equipped to make global economic predictions. From financial markets to stability post-Covid-19, this futurism speaker expands upon her many published novels in her speeches; including Personal Investment: Financial Planning in an Uncertain World and Firm Size, Innovation and Market Structure: The Evolution of Market Concentration and Instability.

Mariana's Official Speaking Topics:

• Forecasting Growth & Recession in 2026
• Economic Stability
• Future of Finance

4.) Paul Mason

Another award-winning author on our roster is Paul Mason, winner of the 2003 Wincott Prize for Journalism, who spent two years as the Business Editor on Newsnight. As the former economics editor for Channel 4, Paul was responsible for keeping the British public updated on the latest economic advancements. Additional achievements include the critically acclaimed financial book PostCapitalism: A Guide to Our Future.

Paul's Official Speaking Topics:

• British Journalism & Broadcasting
• Current Affairs
• Economics & Capitalism

5.) Megan Greene

From macroeconomics to financial trends, Global Chief Economist Megan Greene is an industry-pioneering economic forecaster. As a speaker, she has toured the world to share her specialist account of the European Debt Crisis, from the perspective of a euro crisis expert. Whether she is discussing the UK or global economy, Megan's confident prediction of financial trends is highly sought after to navigate the unknown in 2026.

Megan's Official Speaking Topics:

• Macroeconomics
• Economic Forecasting Post-Crisis
• Financial Trends for 2026

6.) Dave Fishwick

Burnley businessman turned banker, Dave Fishwick, has revolutionised how banks operate. Frustrated at the unreliable and immoral practices, he opened his bank, Bank of Dave, to funnel funds back to the under-funded people of Burnley. Dave made world news and now uses his experience to speak at global banking events. From humble beginnings, this banking speaker has set the standard for British banks and champions the public in managing their money.

Dave's Official Speaking Topics:

• Ethical Banking
• Banking Processes
• Business Management

7.) Dame Frances Cairncross

Firmly positioned as one of the most influential British economic commentators, Dame Frances Cairncross has experienced financial evolution over five decades. Starting in journalism, writing for the likes of The Guardian, The Observer and The Banker, Frances has gone on to publish financial holy grails like The Company of the Future. An award-winning economic commentator, this speaker remains at the forefront of British financial topics.

Frances' Official Speaking Topics:

• World Economy
• Economic & Social Research
• British Journalism

8.) Adair Turner

Baron Turner of Ecchinswell, otherwise known as Adair Turner, is best known as the former Director-General of the Confederation of British Industry and Chairman of the Financial Services Authority until its abolition. Specialising in Helicopter money, he is revolutionising how banks operate during periods of recession, like the UK has entered at present. As a pioneer in his field, an event featuring Adair benefits from knowledge ahead of its time.

Adair's Official Speaking Topics:

• Financial Services
• Helicopter Money
• Maximising GDP

9.) Jasmine Birtles

A fascinating finance speaker, Jasmine Birtles, stands out from the rest due to her eloquent speeches and hilarious personality. A favourite of any event, she has previously given keynote speeches at events for IBM and BT, a testament to Jasmine's extensive economic influence. A regular on British television, this financial journalist is instantly recognised by audiences and has recently contributed to the extensive discussion surrounding the cashless society debate.

Jasmine's Official Speaking Topics:

• Financial Journalism
• Cashless Society
• Personal Finance

10.) Roger Bootle

A vocal authority on Brexit, Roger Bootle is one of London's best-known economists. As the Chairman of Capital Economics, an independent macroeconomic research consultancy, he has experienced first-hand the turbulent financial landscape of Britain. This makes Roger a highly sought-after speaker for economic industry events. Winner of the Economics Commentator of the Year at The Comment Awards 2012, Roger's insight is invaluable for 2026.

Roger's Official Speaking Topics:

• Brexit & EU Markets
• British Economics Post-Crisis
• The Theory Of Money

Hire a Finance & Banking Speaker Today!

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This article on the best finance and banking speakers to hire was authored by Jack Hayes, after he evaluated exclusive event poll data from 317 finance and banking-themed events held between 2022 and 2025.

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