Katty Kay

Katty Kay's official speaking topics are listed below: 

AMERICA FROM A DIFFERENT ANGLE

Emerging from the pandemic, America is grappling with unprecedented social, cultural, workplace, economic, political, and technological change. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – and its new closer ties with China – further complicate the political and economic picture for the U.S. In this speech, veteran journalist Katty Kay gives audiences the latest news from Washington – unpacking politics and policies and their impact. As someone who’s worked and lived in Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa and (since 1996) Washington, D.C., Katty looks at America’s challenges through a global lens. As a result, her insights are unique and refreshing. Even-handed with a light dose of British humour, Katty reminds audiences to keep the challenges in perspective.

A GLOBAL UPDATE

The world can change in an instant. The pandemic decimated economies, increased nationalism, and raised internal tensions in America and most developed countries. Leaders and political systems were under the spotlight, and authoritarian politicians used the crisis to seize control. Most recently, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine initiated a global response the likes of which we’ve not seen since WWII. The shift in the global power structure cannot be overestimated. What’s next? How will China factor into this? Katty Kay has reported on the drivers of global political change for over three decades. As a Brit who’s lived and worked on four continents, Katty brings her instinctively global perspective to audiences – unpacking insights to help them understand more clearly the forces at play around the world and their likely impact.

THE CONFIDENCE CODE

Confidence! With it, we can take on the world; without it, we don’t ask for raises, request that important meeting, or take risks. In the success equation, research shows that confidence is even more critical than competence. But what is confidence? Where does it come from? Are we born with it or do we acquire it? And why do women have less of it than their talents deserve? This speech can be tailored to women or girls/parents and is based on Katty’s bestselling books on the subject. Katty Kay inspires audiences with the latest scientific research and anecdotes from her own career and the many women and girls she interviewed. Katty’s experience is like that of so many women, even senior women, whose lack of confidence is what really holds them back. The good news, then, is that being confident is a choice. Katty’s talk inspires audiences to take action – to go outside their comfort zones, to try new hard things, to take risks, to be prepared to fail and to discover the secret to success.

THE POWER CODE – MORE JOY. LESS EGO. MAXIMUM IMPACT FOR WOMEN (AND EVERYONE)

New research shows women don't want power - the cost of getting it is too high, and power itself looks unappealing. But companies do better with more women in leadership. Countries do better with women in political office. Everyone does better with more women in power. So, what will it take for women to overcome their reluctance and take the reins? Rather than women changing themselves, Katty Kay suggests we need to change the meaning of power and the routes that lead to it. When we do that – when women can focus on using power to make positive changes, with a clear understanding of why power is important – power becomes more accessible, appealing and impactful for women. This new model, designed by and for women, empowers women to become their most powerful selves and lead fuller and more satisfying lives, and helps men do the same.

MODERATOR, DISCUSSION LEADER & INTERVIEWER

As a journalist, Katty Kay regularly interviews scores of political dignitaries, business leaders, and cultural icons for her news broadcasts. She brings that talent to corporate, association, and organisation events where she’s interviewed noted figures from a wide variety of backgrounds, including Condoleezza Rice, Anna Wintour, Dan Levy, Michael Lewis, Cynt Marshall, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Carlo Ancelotti, Anoush Ansari and scores more. The skill, grace and humour Katty brings to in-person and virtual events as a panel moderator, discussion leader, and interviewer will get the most out of her guest/panellists and create a memorable experience for the audience.

• 2026 - Spoke at World Economic Forum (Davos)
• 2026 - Guest Speaker for Policy Maker Breakfast Series (Trinity University/Bank of America)
• 2025 - Keynote headliner at Envestnet Elevate
• 2023 - Helped with initiatives for Turtle Dove Cambridge
• 2023 - Published ‘The Power Code: More Joy. Less Ego. Maximum Impact for Women (and Everyone)
• 2022 - Keynote for PRSA ICON conference
• 2022 - BBC US Special Correspondent
• 2021 - Published ‘Living the Confidence Code (ANZ): Real Girls. Real Stories. Real Confidence. – Inspiring True Tales of Empowerment and Passion’
• 2018 - Published ‘The Confidence Code for Girls: Taking Risks, Messing Up, & Becoming Your Amazingly Imperfect, Totally Powerful Self’
• 2018 - Spoke at Baker McKenzie Global Diversity & Inclusion Forum
• 2014 - Published ‘The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance -What Women Should Know’
• 2012 - EMMY Nominee for News & Documentary
• 2011 - Lead Anchor for World News America
• 2010 - Published ‘Womenomics: Work Less, Achieve More, Live Better’
• 2009 - Co-Chair of the International Women’s Media Foundation
• 2008 - Chief Political Correspondent, World News America
• 2003 - BBC World News America Correspondent
• 2003 - MSNBC Contributor
• 2000 - The Times of London Correspondent
• 1996 - BBC News Reporter in Washington, DC
• 1992 - Tokyo Correspondent for BBC News
• 1989 - Zimbabwe Reporter for BBC News
• 1988 - Graduate trainee at Bank of England
• 1984 - French and Italian Literature Degree from Oxford University
• Guest commentator on NBC ‘Meet the Press’ and ‘The Chris Matthews Show’
• Regular guest host for the Diane Rehm show on NPR