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Penny Mordaunt

Transform leadership and strategic vision with Penny Mordaunt, speaker and former Defence Secretary. Penny works with global organisations to enhance international trade, defence policy, and civil resilience, delivering authoritative insights backed by extensive Cabinet experience and bestselling publications.

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Penny Mordaunt, Speaker | Former UK Parliamentarian
Penny Mordaunt

Penny Mordaunt

London, United Kingdom

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Penny Mordaunt's biography

At a glance

  • British Parliamentarian for 14 years
  • First female UK Secretary of State for Defence
  • Author of influential books on British identity
The Rt. Hon. Penny Mordaunt is a former British Parliamentarian who served for 14 years, holding nine ministerial roles, four in Cabinet. She has played a central role in shaping international trade, defence, and civil resilience policy, making key contributions to national security, economic growth, and humanitarian efforts. She now works with global organisations to promote prosperity and security while supporting philanthropic initiatives that strengthen communities across the UK. As Secretary of State for Defence, she was the first woman to hold the position, overseeing the nation’s defence strategy and operations. As Minister of State for International Trade, she led the UK's accession to CPTPP, negotiated economic agreements with US states, and played a key role in shaping trade policy. She was also responsible for the UK’s humanitarian and development efforts as Secretary of State for International Development. She led the rewrite of the UK’s civil contingencies and resilience strategy as Paymaster General. She gained widespread recognition as Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons, where she presided over key state moments, including the Accession Council following Queen Elizabeth II's death and King Charles III's coronation. Her public service extends beyond politics, as she is an Honorary Captain in the Royal Navy, having served as a reservist for a decade. A bestselling author, she co-wrote Greater: Britain After the Storm, which won the Parliamentary Book Award for Best Non-Fiction by a Parliamentarian. Her forthcoming book, Pomp and Circumstance, explores the role of British traditions in shaping the nation's future. Beyond her political and literary work, she is committed to charitable projects supporting heritage preservation, disability inclusion, and music education.

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Why we recommend booking Penny

The Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt, a seasoned Parliamentarian and former Defence Secretary, offers invaluable insights on leadership, strategy and resilience. Her expertise empowers organisations navigating complex challenges in an uncertain world. Book her as your speaker to inspire positive change.

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Testimonials

Penny's advice on staff welfare, equalities, engaging with communities, interacting with charities, and developing a financial strategy has allowed us to thrive and build our scientific enterprise. I cannot thank her enough.

Russell G. Foster

Professor

Penny is one of the most powerful, incisive, witty speakers I've ever heard.

Michael Dobbs

Politician & Author

This is gold dust for your organisation in our complex times. She is a serious, funny, thoughtful speaker and I would recommend Penny to any trade association or senior team wanting to be challenged, encouraged and inspired.

Francis Davis

Professor

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Penny Mordaunt - Greater: Britain After The Storm book cover

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What is Penny Mordaunt's speaking style like?
Penny Mordaunt draws on her direct ministerial experience across nine government roles to ground her talks in policy outcomes, using specific case studies from her work on defence strategy, international trade negotiations, and civil resilience to illustrate how decisions are made at the highest levels of government.
What topics does Penny Mordaunt specialise in?
Penny Mordaunt's sessions address themes spanning defence and national security, international trade and diplomacy, civil resilience and contingency planning, and British constitutional traditions. She served as the first woman to hold the position of Secretary of State for Defence and led the UK's accession to the CPTPP as Minister of State for International Trade, with her parliamentary career spanning 14 years and nine ministerial roles, four at Cabinet level.
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