Mark Hill

Mark Hill is an antique, collectables, and 20thC design expert, best known for appearing on the popular BBC show Antiques Roadshow. Having begun his career as a specialist in the collector’s department at Bonhams, he has taken the industry by storm over recent years and has built an iconic career which is admired by audiences globally. A driven professional, Mark founded his publishing company, Mark Hill Publishing Ltd, in 2006, and has specialised in producing innovative books on new areas in 20thC design and decorative arts. Alongside this, he is also the Senior Vice President at RONATI, a company offering effective digital solutions to the antiques industry. When looking to educate audiences at your upcoming events, do not hesitate to hire Mark today. 

In 1996, Mark began his professional career by becoming a specialist in the collector’s department at Bonhams, before transferring to Sotheby’s in London. Developing a passion for the industry, he secured a role at icollector.com and became their director in 2001. Taking charge of their alliance with eBay Live Auctions, he revolutionised the auction industry by pioneering online bidding. Keen to create his empire, Mark founded Mark Hill Publishing Ltd in 2006 and began specialising in producing books focused on 20thC design and decorative arts. An inspiration to professionals globally, Mark gained the opportunity to appear on Antique Roadshow in 2007 and has continued to develop an incredible television career ever since. 

Admired for his vast knowledge and professionalism whilst appearing on television, Mark has been part of numerous shows throughout his career, including the BBC Antique Roadtrip, Cracking Antiques, Antiques Uncovered, and Collectaholics. Passionate to share his specialist knowledge with audiences globally, Mark co-authored Miller’s Collectables Price Guide from 2002 to 2017 and has also written for The Daily Mail and the Homes & Antiques magazine. A respected member of the industry, Mark is currently working as the Senior Vice President at RONATI, and a committee member for the Olympia Fine Art & Antiques Fair and Antiques for Everyone. With a diverse career behind him, Mark is treasured for becoming a leading authority in the world of antiques.   

A widely respected professional, Mark Hill is now highly sought-after to attend events internationally. In high demand to appear as an event host, his professional personality and vast industry knowledge have allowed him to become the ideal speaker to captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds. With his previous clients including international publishers, museums, educational institutions, and private collectors, Mark is treasured by audiences globally. When looking to hire a one-of-a-kind event host, look no further than Mark today.