Our global issues speakers include a former foreign minister, geopolitical economists and the columnists who advise governments and boards.
Discover the insights and inspiration you need to drive change with our lineup of dynamic Global Issues speakers — book now to empower your next event!
Ian Bremmer
Geopolitics
Global Economy
Emerging Markets
Ana Palacio
Diplomacy
Politics
Geopolitics
Manuel Muñiz
Geopolitics
Global Issues
Global Economy
John Kampfner
Geopolitics
Europe
Russia
Roger Boyes
Geopolitics
Politics
Global Issues
Pippa Malmgren
Global Economy
Geopolitics
Future Trends
Why book a global issues speaker?
Understanding global issues is crucial for businesses in today's interconnected world. Challenges such as climate change, geopolitical tensions, economic shifts, and technological advancements can significantly impact market dynamics, supply chains, and consumer behaviour. Booking a speaker on global issues provides valuable insights and expert analysis on current events, future trends, and actionable strategies for navigating complex global landscapes. This enhances a company's ability to adapt, innovate, and maintain a competitive edge, while inspiring teams and fostering a culture of awareness and proactive thinking essential for long-term success.
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We respond fast. You'll get a hand-picked selection of speakers matched to your brief, with full profiles, fees, and our recommendation on who's the strongest fit.
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Contracts, fees, travel, briefing calls, on-the-day logistics. We manage the full process so your team doesn't have to.
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Relax. Your speaker or expert is confirmed, the prep is done, and your event is in good hands. Show up and enjoy it.
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frequently asked questions
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Global Issues speakers are available for keynotes, panels, fireside chats, workshops, and Q&A sessions, in person or virtually. Many offer a workshop or breakout after a keynote so the content sticks. Tell PepTalk your format at getapeptalk.com and we'll match accordingly.
A Global Issues speaker covers geopolitics, the global economy, climate and sustainability, migration and inequality, and international security. Sessions draw on former ministers and columnists who advise governments and boards. PepTalk can shape the focus to your interests at getapeptalk.com.
A Global Issues speaker covers a broad range of world challenges, from climate to inequality. A Geopolitics speaker focuses specifically on power and relations between nations. One takes the wide view, the other centres on politics between states. PepTalk can book either at getapeptalk.com.
A Global Issues speaker is an expert who explains the major challenges facing the world and how they connect. They cover politics, economics and society, drawing on a former foreign minister and geopolitical economists. Find one through PepTalk at getapeptalk.com.
Global Issues speaker fees typically range from £5,000 to £50,000+ in the UK, and $10,000 to $100,000+ in the US, depending on profile, session length, and format. The best-known names sit at the higher end. Tell PepTalk your budget at getapeptalk.com and we'll shortlist speakers who fit it.
Book a global issues speaker 2 to 3 months ahead for most events, and 4 to 6 months for high-profile names or peak season. Earlier booking widens your choice. PepTalk also handles shorter timelines and last-minute requests where a speaker's diary allows.
Booking a global issues speaker starts with a short brief: your event, audience, date, budget, and format. Send it through getapeptalk.com or hello@getapeptalk.com and you'll get a shortlist within 24 hours. Once you choose, PepTalk handles contracts, fees, travel, and logistics.
A Global Issues speaker helps your audience make sense of a turbulent world and what it means for their organisation. Leaders leave with a clearer view of the forces shaping markets, policy and society, and how to plan around them. PepTalk can find the right voice at hello@getapeptalk.com.
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