After Dinner Speakers
The after dinner slot is one of the hardest to get right and one of the most rewarding when you do. Your audience has eaten, the formalities are winding down, and attention is at a premium. The right after dinner speaker can hold a room, land a story and leave guests talking about your event long after the evening ends.
If you are looking to book after dinner speakers who can deliver wit, warmth and genuine substance, our after dinner speakers are hand picked for their ability to entertain a professional audience while keeping the tone sharp and appropriate.
They bring experience from business, sport, politics, journalism and public life, combining humour with insight in a way that works across corporate dinners, awards ceremonies, gala events and private occasions.
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D D: £5k-£10k Will Greenwood, England's second-highest try scorer and 2003 Rugby World Cup winner, built an 11-year elite career combining relentless discipline with the ability to think correctly under pressure, earning three British and Irish Lions tours. Now a Sky Sports presenter, Telegraph columnist and frontman of the documentary series *Heart of the Game*, he translates lessons from elite sport into practical strategies for leadership, teamwork, and building high-performance cultures.
POA POA: Contact Us Nine-time Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, rapper, entrepreneur, philanthropist and AI innovator and futurist, Will.i.Am is a household name with big impact.
B B: £15k- £25k Former leader of the Conservative Party and Foreign Secretary, William Hague uses his blend of corporate and political experience to engage with the audience.
C C: £10k-£15k With his head in the clouds and his feet on the ground, Yves Rossy (Jetman) is a unique and inspirational after dinner speaker.
B B: £15k- £25k Editor-in-Chief of The Economist Zanny Minton Beddoes is considered one of the most influential voices in financial journalism. On the speaking circuit, she talks about global affairs, finance, economics and media.
A A: £25k and over Entrepreneur, doctor and rapper ‘ZDoggMD’ Zubin Damania wants to shake up healthcare with ideas as bold and personable as his satirical videos.
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Advice & FAQs about After Dinner Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect after dinner speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Our after dinner, speakers bring a touch of charm, wit and storytelling to the evening. They don’t just speak - they entertain, connect and leave audiences smiling. Expect fascinating anecdotes, sharp humour and insights that resonate, all delivered in a relaxed and engaging way. It’s the ideal way to end your event on a high note.
Definitely. Our after dinner speakers instinctively read a room - they’ll adapt tone, pacing and subject matter to suit your guests. Whether it’s a corporate gala, an awards night or an intimate dinner, they’ll make it feel perfectly pitched and personal.
These speakers shine at gala dinners, conferences, client events and charity evenings - anywhere that calls for a memorable close to the night. They set the tone for connection, laughter and reflection, ensuring guests leave uplifted and inspired.
We represent a fantastic mix of after dinner speakers - from celebrated broadcasters and explorers to sporting legends and industry icons. Each brings their own blend of humour, storytelling and insight to create a memorable evening for your guests. You can discover some of our most popular and engaging personalities in our blog here, Our Top Popular After Dinner Speakers.
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