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Tina Brown

Transform media strategy with Tina Brown, speaker, renowned journalist and media entrepreneur. Tina works with organizations to elevate storytelling, drive cultural change, and amplify diverse voices, delivering CBE-honored expertise recognized by global publications and world leaders.

Trusted by Tina Brown Live Media, Women in the World Summit, Tatler, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker

Tina Brown
Tina Brown

Tina Brown

London, United Kingdom

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  • Former editor-in-chief of Tatler, Vanity Fair, and The New Yorker
  • Best-selling author of The Diana Chronicles and The Palace Papers
  • CBE for contributions to journalism

Tina Brown is a renowned journalist, editor, author, and media entrepreneur. She has led some of the most influential publications in the world, shaping the landscape of modern journalism. As the founder of Tina Brown Live Media and the Women in the World Summit, she has created platforms that amplify voices and drive meaningful conversations on global issues.


Her editorial career began with a transformative tenure at Tatler, before moving on to Vanity Fair. As editor-in-chief, she reinvigorated the publication, making it a powerhouse of investigative journalism and cultural commentary. She later took the helm of The New Yorker, bringing a fresh perspective to the esteemed publication. In 2008, she launched The Daily Beast, an innovative digital news platform that won multiple awards for its incisive reporting and analysis.


Beyond journalism, Tina has authored several critically acclaimed books, including The Diana Chronicles, a best-selling biography of the Princess of Wales, and The Palace Papers, an in-depth look at the modern British monarchy. Her memoir, The Vanity Fair Diaries, was widely praised and named one of the best books of the year by multiple major publications.


Tina’s influence extends beyond the written word. In 2009, she founded Women in the World, a live journalism platform that brought together global leaders, activists, and changemakers to discuss pressing societal issues. The summit attracted figures such as Hillary Clinton, Queen Rania, and Nobel Prize laureates, expanding internationally with events in London, Toronto, Dubai, and Delhi.


For her contributions to journalism, she was named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) and inducted into the Magazine Editors’ Hall of Fame. Her work continues to shape public discourse, making her a sought-after speaker on media, leadership, and cultural change.

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Topics, sessions and talks

From Editor to CEO: Inside Tina Brown’s Legendary Career

Tina Brown, renowned for her transformative leadership, revitalised Vanity Fair and The New Yorker as editor-in-chief. She pioneered online journalism with The Daily Beast and now leads the Women in the World Summit. As a trailblazer in a disrupted industry, Tina shares insights on overcoming challenges for female leaders, radical reinvention amidst changing trends, and strategies for success. Attendees will learn about leadership, innovation, and empowering women and girls.

Creative Leadership

Tina Brown, a legendary editor, journalist, and CEO, is renowned for her insightful grasp of cultural trends, fearless adaptability, and commitment to excellence. Her leadership inspires a new generation of media professionals. In this engaging talk, Brown reveals her strategies for nurturing talent, making bold decisions, and driving industry change. Attendees will learn how to harness these skills to become effective leaders in the ever-evolving media landscape.

Can the Monarchy Survive

Tina Brown, a New York Times bestselling author and expert on leadership during turbulent times, is a renowned commentator on the British monarchy. In her works, including the #1 bestseller "The Diana Chronicles" and "The Palace Papers," she explores the monarchy's relevance and its adaptation to modern challenges. Attendees will learn about the implications of King Charles III's coronation for the monarchy, the United Kingdom, and the world.

The Royal Family

Tina Brown, a legendary editor, journalist, and CEO, continues her exploration of the British monarchy in her new book, "The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor – the Truth and the Turmoil." Building on her New York Times #1 bestseller, "The Diana Chronicles," Brown draws on three decades of expertise and unparalleled access to royal insiders. Attendees will gain powerful revelations and searing insights into the royal family's inner workings.

Why we recommend booking Tina

Book Tina Brown as a speaker to gain insights from a transformative leader in journalism. Her unique perspective on media, women's empowerment, and storytelling will inspire your team and elevate your organisation's vision and impact.

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Trusted by Tina Brown Live Media, Women in the World Summit, Tatler, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker

Testimonials

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University of Oregon

Featured Projects

TBD With Tina Brown Podcast
The Palace Papers: Inside The House Of Windsor
The Vanity Fair Diaries: Power, Wealth, Celebrity, And Dreams

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What is Tina Brown's speaking style like?

Tina Brown draws on her editorial career across Tatler, Vanity Fair, and The New Yorker, as well as her authored works on the British monarchy and media leadership, to frame talks around first-hand institutional experience and documented cultural analysis.

What topics does Tina Brown specialise in?

Tina Brown CBE speaks on editorial and media leadership, the future of the British monarchy, and creative leadership and talent development in evolving industries. She served as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, founded The Daily Beast, and is the author of the number one New York Times bestseller The Diana Chronicles, recognised for her contributions to journalism with a CBE and induction into the Magazine Editors' Hall of Fame.

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