LJ Rich is a world-renowned performer who is best known as the Presenter of Click, BBC News’ flagship technology show. LJ is afflicted with ‘synesthesia’, a neurological condition due to which numerous senses are often mixed together. Shedding light on synesthesia, music and machines, and virtual communication, LJ is available to book as a speaker for a wide range of events.
As a young musical prodigy, LJ was offered a scholarship to the prestigious Royal College of Music. LJ also possesses an MA in Music from the University of Oxford. She started out as a Technology Sales Presenter for QVC, where she monitored technology trends and explained consumer technology on air to the viewers. She also served as a Technology Journalist at Virgin Media where she created a segment dedicated to gadgets.
Joining BBC News in 2008, LJ has presented a variety of shows on technology including Click, Click Live and has hosted the Let’s Talk About Tech podcast as well. A prolific speaker, LJ delivered the TEDx talk ‘Glitching’, and has also hosted the UN ITU #AIForGood Summit. She was selected to be part of NASA’s Datanaut program, through which she works with NASA data scientists and has been leading a data sonification project.
Interviewed by publications such as The New York Times and The Scientist about synesthesia and her journey with it, LJ has been able to interview some of the world’s leading voices on technology, including Steve Wozniak and CEOs of Twitter, Raspberry Pi, Google, and Barclays. LJ Rich is now available to hire for numerous events where she speaks candidly on AI, music, creativity, innovation and technology. Book her today!
LJ Rich's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Synesthesia
- Music & Machines
- Virtual Communication
“ITU worked with LJ Rich to MC and moderate the landmark AI for Good Global Summit 2019. She is a true master of the stage and did an excellent job keeping the audience engaged and motivated throughout the 4 day event. She has excellent historical, business and technical knowledge which is crucial when dealing with a mixed audience of politicians, academics and leading minds in AI and technology. She is very professional, constantly tweaking the mood and tone with the changing themes of the sessions. I was also pleasantly surprised to discover that she is an accomplished musician and performer which we put to good use during one of the cultural evenings. I would highly recommended LJ for any event and could not imagine running another Summit without her!” - Fred, Head of Strategic Engagement Division Steering and Outreach, AI For Good Global Summit
We have worked with LJ for the last two years on chairing and leading big discussions interviews and panels at our annual event. It is always brilliant to have LJ there, she brings so much enthusiasm to the proceedings and a superb understanding of the topics and agenda’s that we are trying to deliver as part of the programme. It is always a joy and a pleasure to work with her and we look forward to more in the future! - Charlotte, Event Director, Media Production & Technology Show
- 2020 - Selected as part of NASA's Datanaut Program
- 2020 - Hosted UN AI for Good Summit
- 2019 - Hosted UN AI for Good Summit
- 2008 - Presenter of Click on BBC News
- 2007 - Technology Journalist, Virgin Media
- 2002 - Technology Sales Presenter, QVC
How to hire LJ Rich
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring LJ Rich 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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