Greg Williams is a leading speaker on branding, marketing and creativity. As the Editor-In-Chief at WIRED, he produces regular content on various topics, from politics to digital disruption and big data, a testament to Greg’s extensive, valuable knowledge. Starting as their Executive Editor in 2010, Greg became the esteemed Editor-In-Chief at WIRED, a popular online and print publishing company specialising in technology, culture and world news. Having previously worked with Details Magazine as their Executive Editor, Greg has enjoyed a thriving publishing career, allowing him to pass comment on several pinnacle events. When booked for conferences, he shares his first-hand experience of the industry and the specialist topics that set him apart as a content creator.
With a degree from the University of Warwickshire, Greg’s academic and professional knowledge of marketing, branding and business organisation makes him a highly sought-after speaker. He has previously shared his insight as a panel speaker at Oxford University and the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising in London. The strategic forecaster has great experience in executive roles, positions from which he has supplied valuable predictions for future technologies. From digital to print and other marketing facets, Greg supplies a useful insight into the industry from his perspective as a business leader.
Greg has interviewed many influential figures, including former Prime Minister Theresa May, BMW CEO Harald Krueger, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. He has learned their secrets for WIRED and keynote addresses. As a moderator, he has served events from several sectors, delivering valuable guidance for business owners as part of a larger panel. In Greg’s spare time, he writes popular novels, journalism articles, and essays on neuroeconomics, previously featured in Connecting Minds, Creating the Future. Awarded the Editors’ Editor of the Year twice, Greg continues to produce industry-leading content.
Greg, Editor-in-chief at WIRED and Editor of Wired World, has played a pinnacle role in forecasting future trends and technological advancements. When Greg Williams is hired as a keynote speaker via the official speaker agent Champions Speakers, he delivers his valuable topics eloquently and clearly, ensuring audiences of all industries benefit from his advice. Taking his domination of digital publishing one step further, he founded My London Story, which projects the unique stories of London residents. With a long and successful career, Greg's professional highlights are a testament to his leading insight and popularity on the speaking circuit.
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Greg Williams received a 4.5 star rating across 15 events in 2023.
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"Greg Williams is a dynamic and insightful speaker who excels at demystifying complex technological trends. His engaging presentations and deep understanding of innovation inspire audiences to embrace future possibilities. Book Greg for a thought-provoking experience that combines expert knowledge with captivating storytelling, ensuring your event is both informative and memorable."
How to hire Greg Williams
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Greg Williams for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Greg Williams' official speaking topics are listed below:
- Digital Empowerment
- Cyber Security
- Digital Disruption
- New Data Economy
- Branding
- Social & Innovation Models
- Big Data
- Content Marketing
- Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Greg recently hosted Enterprising Barnsley's Connected Business Conference. As an event speaker I was impressed by, and appreciated, Greg's presentation and hosting skills. The popularity of the event and subsequent delegate queue meant that the event couldn't start at the time planned. Greg managed the smooth running of the agenda, set the tone of the day with a thought-provoking introduction, and facilitated a fluid panel discussion that I was flattered to be part of. I would recommend Greg both as a speaker and as a moderator" - Linda Cheung
"Predictions are a dime a dozen. But Greg Williams’ are worth their weight in gold. A man who clearly has his finger on the pulse of the most transformative technology trends of our day, Greg not only helped our audience see the future, but inspired them to act as agents of change and shape it to their advantage." - SAP
"What you managed to pack into 20 minutes was incredible. A fast-paced look into the future, rich with colorful, real-life examples. I've had great feedback - it will for sure have made our audience stop and think." - IBM
"Greg was fantastic and his speech was really well received by our audience." - Magnetar Capital Asset Managers
"Greg was a fantastic guest for our DocuSign Presents event. He was well-prepared, professional, and collaborative. He's super personable and smart, and added a lot of value to the conversation. He is first-rate!" - DocuSign
"Great feedback on his speech and panel discussion – I hope Greg enjoyed it as much as we did! Will also enjoyed spending time with Greg; he said his talk was excellent and he engaged actively in the conference as they were walking around the exhibitors." - Vodafone
"Thank you so much for your positive energy, professional attitude and an amazing performance. To work with you was truly a great experience; you elevated our conference with your character and your knowledge of this industry." - JAD Productions
"Just a bit of quick feedback on Greg after the success of last night. Please can you pass on our thanks to him – he was fantastic! His talk was brilliant and the guests were really engaged. Greg was super professional and fantastic with the guests. Hope he enjoyed the evening too and we hope to work with him again in the future!" - Swinton Insurance
"Greg was a fantastic speaker and brought the topic to life. He delivered poignant and objective insights leaving our attendees informed, aware and yet hopeful (which can be hard to do, given the topic). I always use the level of engagement at the Q&A section as a temperature check for how the talk was received and based on the floods of questions and positive feedback in the chat, it’s safe to say the event was incredibly well received." - Bank of Ireland
"Greg was great. His presentation was engaging and on point for our conference. It tied into our general theme, but also took the audience further into the future, opening up their thinking to how technology is and will continue to impact consumer expectations and the customer experience." - Opticon
"Your spirit, enthusiasm, personality, and stage presence made it all happen so I owe you a big one. I really do." - Comptel
"Greg’s presentation to our team was remarkably thought-provoking. The insights were very eye-opening and will push our thinking in new areas for our business." - Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
"Greg opened our eyes and minds to a whole world of possibilities, all through his insight and views on technological trends and how they may impact us. Expertly done." - Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
"I would like to thank you for a terrific presentation. The audience loved it. It was exactly what we were hoping for." - International Association for Human Resource Information Management
"For almost a decade, Globes, Israel's leading business newspaper, has been hosting the MAD Conference for Media, Marketing, Advertising, and Digital, considered the most prestigious media event in Israel. Greg gave a fascinating keynote about the 'On-demand' economy. Participants at the conference actually fought to find a seat and hear him speak." - The Globe
"There has been lots of great feedback from delegates – they really appreciated what you had to say." - Alternative Legal IT Conference
"Thanks for adding such value to our recent session around Navigating the Disruption of Work. You guided and steered the session so it was engaging, informative, and worthwhile." - Slack
"Greg Williams has played a major role in making it an outstanding event. His presentation was really successful and interesting for the audience. It helped participants understand where we are today and how to modernize their businesses by offering cloud services, a modern approach to boosting sales, support customers, and managing information. We would highly recommend Mr. Greg Williams as a keynote speaker." - Cablenet
"Thank you for sharing your perspective at the Western Leadership Conference. We are grateful for your willingness to come to the city we call home, Portland, Oregon. The quality of the conversation was immeasurably richer because of your thoughts, ideas, and examples. You have inspired us to think differently, recognize the possibilities, and drive forward a consumer-focused healthcare experience." - Cambia Health Solutions
"On behalf of Chatham House, I would like to thank you warmly for your important contribution in opening and chairing our annual Cyber conference, held this week on Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 May…We have received a lot of positive feedback about the focus of discussions and the opening session added greatly to the quality of the debate." - Chatham House
"All of our guests enjoyed the panel discussion. The atmosphere between the panelists and Greg was so strong and engaged, a very vivid dialogue, good to follow and interesting due to the different perspectives. He managed well to handle the involvement of the remote speaker so that it felt as one group in the room." - Infineon
"Greg was fantastic! He brought real value to the table with insights on innovation and strategic forecasting that really clicked with our group of C-level execs. He’s got a great way of engaging the room, sparking conversations that were both meaningful and energizing. His expertise and approach made a big impact, and it was clear everyone walked away with something to think about. We’re definitely looking forward to working with him again." - Freshworks
"Greg was fantastic and we have had a lot of great feedback so far!" - Industry Thinkers
"Thanks again for your great professionalism in moderating our talk. It was great, and you helped us a lot in making all speakers participate in the webinar and keeping time under control at the same time. We look forward to collaborating with you again." - Cosmoprof
Feedback from Virtual Events:
"Greg Williams acted as a moderator for our virtual event, and through the full process was a joy to work with. He has a clear understanding of what is happening in technology across a multitude of sectors and regions, and bringing his insight and expertise to our event greatly improved the quality and integrity of our commentary. Greg was a skillful moderator, with a great knack for including all panelists in the conversation equally, but also in a way that it felt seamless. I highly recommend working with Greg and I hope we get to work with him again in the future." - Rackspace Technology
- 2024 - Presented at Viva Tech in Paris
- 2022 - Published in Connecting Minds, Creating the Future
- 2018 - Awarded Editors' Editor of the Year
- 2017 - Awarded Editors' Editor of the Year
- 2017 - Promoted to Editor-In-Chief of WIRED
- 2012 - Presented in a Panel Discussion for Oxford University
- 2010 - Appointed Executive Editor of WIRED
- 2006 - Appointed Executive Editor of Details Magazine
