International Women's Day
- Award-winning journalist with insight on American politics
- U.S. special correspondent for BBC Studios
- Co-author of bestselling books on women's empowerment
Katty Kay is an award-winning journalist with a global perspective on American politics and global affairs. Currently a U.S. special correspondent for BBC Studios, she hosts TV documentaries, presents a podcast series, and writes a weekly column. Katty is also a regular contributor and substitute host on MSNBC's Morning Joe.
She is a co-author of four New York Times bestselling books and is known for her engaging speaking and moderating skills. Katty is passionate about helping women turn their thoughts into action and develop a confident mindset. She has co-authored five books with Claire Shipman, including two #1 bestsellers, focusing on women, success, and work. Their books encourage women to take control, dream big, and create a better work-life balance. They also explore the importance of confidence in achieving success. Katty and Claire have recently released a book specifically for girls, empowering them to embrace their imperfections and become fearless.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Katty has been featured in pop culture, including being the answer to a question on Jeopardy and being portrayed in a skit on Saturday Night Live. Katty offers keynote speeches on various topics, including the power of women, navigating change in America, the importance of confidence, and global political dynamics. She offers unique insights, drawing on her extensive experience and global perspective.
Booking Katty as a speaker guarantees an impactful, thought-provoking session that will motivate your audience to dream big and navigate change effectively.
Katty's Showreel and Videos
Topics, Sessions and Talks
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.
Katty Kay's talk delves into the crucial role of confidence in achieving success, highlighting that it often outweighs competence. She explores the origins of confidence, whether it is innate or acquired, and addresses why women frequently possess less confidence than their abilities merit. Drawing from her bestselling books, Katty shares scientific research and personal anecdotes, resonating with many women who find their lack of confidence a barrier. Her inspiring message encourages audiences to step out of their comfort zones, embrace challenges, and take risks. Attendees will learn how to cultivate confidence and unlock their true potential.
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 humor, Katty reminds audiences to keep the challenges in perspective.
Why We Recommend Booking Katty
Katty Kay brings a wealth of experience and a global perspective to her engaging keynote speeches, offering unique insights into American politics, global affairs, and the power of confidence, especially for women in the workplace. Her proven track record as an award-winning journalist and bestselling author ensures your team or business will be inspired by stories that turn thoughts into action and foster a confident, success-oriented mindset.
You know who's a real rockstar? Katty Kay. We are so grateful She was amazing!!!!
Katty was amazing Our audience loved her.
Public Relations Society of America
I can't begin to describe how well Katty connected with our audience. She really resonated with the group as a single presenter discussing politics in DC and the obvious partisanship and discord that threaten our political representatives to govern. Interestingly, she does not give the press a free ride either, as too often, be it television or radio, the media has turned nearly as partisan as our politics. She was engaging, confident and yet self-deprecating at the same time.
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