Sir Nick Clegg

Former leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg’s political career has been defining for British government. The high profile politician was extensively involved in European Parliament, and has first hand experience of both the public and private sector having stepped away from politics and since served in a senior position at Facebook. With an influential career, holding such diversity and status, Nick is a hugely popular political speaker, similarly, his value as a global business speaker is undeniable, with his expertise spanning continents and decades.

A leader whose skills are second to none, Nick served as the Deputy Prime Minister to David Cameron between 2010 and 2015 under a coalition government. His previously influential roles as the Member of Parliament for Sheffield Hallam for 12 years and the Spokesperson for Home Affairs, saw Nick hailed as a reputable and dedicated politician, gaining him the position of Leader of the Liberal Democrats in 2007. Seen as an ‘Orange Book Liberal’ Nick’s contributions to the revered publication ‘The Orange Book: Reclaiming Liberalism’ solidified his stance on increasing personal choice in social, economic, and environmental issues amongst others.

A University of Cambridge graduate, Nick completed further studies at both the University of Minnesota and College of Europe, later crediting this versatile education as the foundation for his equally versatile career. Prior to his political involvement, Nick worked as a journalist for the Financial Times winning the prestigious David Thomas Prize in the process, before taking up an international role with the European Commission. His earliest involvement in politics was influenced heavily by his work in European aid, transport and policy development, leading him to be elected as the East Midlands’ representative for the European Parliament in 1999, a position he maintained for five influential years.

Currently, Nick has returned to the private sector, having relinquished his position as a member of parliament in 2017. As the Vice President for Global Affairs and Communications at Facebook, Nick has brought to the roles his decades as an internationally authority on current affairs, spearheading the development of the department since 2018. Still a prominent figure in politics, Nick is regularly called on by the media to share his opinion on the political climate, and has been a voice for the People’s March in response to Brexit. A high profile public figure, whose career in both British politics and international business has been hugely influential, Nick Clegg makes the ideal after dinner or keynote speaker for events.