Mark Berrisford-Smith

Mark Berrisford-Smith is an accomplished economist whose extensive experience with banking giant HSBC has equipped him with a wealth of knowledge on the financial sector and its many mysteries. Formerly HSBC’s Head of Economics, he’s played a pivotal role in guiding the UK’s economy through turbulent times. Primarily, Mark has acted as an advisor for clients in the SME and MME divisions, heading almost 100 presentations a year on the intricacies of economic development. Though he may have moved on from his role at HSBC, Mark is still maintaining his impact on the industry through his compelling keynote presentations. Enriched with his extensive experience, Mark’s talks ponder the direction of the financial world – from the repercussions of Brexit to the state of global economies.

From the beginning, Mark had always had an affinity for economics. Having studied Economics at both the University of Sussex and Birbeck College, University of London, he’d prepared himself with the means to excel at an incredible pace. Thus, it took no time at all for him to become the Senior Economist at HSBC, granting him plenty of opportunities to provide essential insights into the UK industry sector’s economic and financial standing. From here, he was transferred to the Business Economics Unit, wherein he was encouraged to look beyond the UK’s economy. As expected, Mark thrived when analysing economic trends and prospects across Europe, earning him the position of Head of Economics in UK Commercial Banking in 2012.

For the following 11 years, Mark would play a critical role in influencing development across HSBC’s varied clientele. And yet, he knew that – given the freedom of independence – he could go on to touch the lives of many more in his own distinct way. So, in 2023, he concluded his 33 year-long tenure at HSBC and transitioned to becoming an Independent Economist and revered public speaker. Now, Mark travels across the country delivering gripping and informative economic talks that highlight the market’s nuances and how to work with them. From Business West to Business Magazine, Mark has worked with key event managers and shared his economic expertise with audiences eager to learn about how to thrive in such a competitive environment.

Well-versed in the art of public speaking, Mark Berrisford-Smith is a seasoned economist who’s guaranteed to explore the financial landscape in an entirely new way. If that sounds perfect for your event, hire Mark via Champions Speakers today!