18 UK Speaker Bureau Agents: Corporate Event Briefs

Last updated: August 2026

Speaker bureau agents and bookers help corporate event owners turn a loose idea into a workable speaker brief. They listen for the audience, outcome, format and tone, then connect the brief with a speaker, host, facilitator or wider event talent. This guide highlights 18 people with current public roles inside UK speaker bureaux and agencies. It is for event owners, conference producers, executive assistants and leadership teams who want a sensible place to start.

As of August 2026, the strongest fit depends on the job your event needs to do. A large bureau may help when you need broad topic coverage or international reach. A focused agency may be more useful when the brief needs a particular format, a short turnaround or close support from first enquiry through to the event.

The people below are presented alphabetically by surname within the practical groups that emerged from current bureau team pages. The point is not to treat a booking agent as a form-filler. The useful agents understand the brief well enough to improve it before they recommend a name.

Why UK speaker bureau agents matter

A corporate speaker booking is a matching problem. The right person needs to fit the audience, the event's purpose, the room, the time available and the level of challenge the client can carry. A strong agent makes those constraints visible early, which gives the client a better chance of choosing a speaker who can do useful work rather than simply fill a slot.

The best public team pages show how broad the job can be. Some people focus on account management and recommendations. Others manage contracts, travel, briefing calls, event delivery, speaker relationships, marketing or the operational detail that protects the experience. That range matters because a successful booking is not only a speaker choice. It is also a clear brief, an agreed format, good preparation and calm delivery when the plan changes.

Use this guide as a shortlist of people and teams to investigate. Read the current bureau pages, explain what the audience needs to leave thinking or doing, and ask what support is included around the booking. A concise brief will usually produce a better conversation than a request for a famous name.

18 people worth knowing

1. Tim Gold

Director, Account Management and Marketing, Speakers Corner

Tim Gold is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

The public bio says he heads the speaker booking team and marketing, supervising client proposals and the service around them. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

2. Nick Gold

Managing Director, Speakers Corner

Nick Gold is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

His public bio also identifies him as a Past President of the International Association of Speakers Bureaus and connects his work to IT and project management. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

3. Scarlet McKeown

Senior Account Manager, Speakers Corner

Scarlet McKeown is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Before joining the bureau, she built experience across events and talent management, including festivals, tennis tournaments and live comedy. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

4. James Price

Senior Account Manager, Speakers Corner

James Price is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

He brings more than a decade in events and a background spanning performance and tourism into the job of shaping client briefs. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

5. Joseph Brown

Account Manager, Speakers Corner

Joseph Brown is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

His public profile describes a people-centred career that included meeting customers and colleagues at Fortnum and Mason before joining the bureau. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

6. Lucy Baily

Head of Sales and Marketing, Speakers Corner

Lucy Baily is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

She previously worked with bands and musical artists and in visual arts, bringing a strong interest in remarkable people and creative work. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

7. Effie Gerez

Head of Events, Speakers Corner

Effie Gerez is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Her public bio names the practical work behind a booking, including contracts, briefing calls, travel itineraries and last-minute event fixes. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

8. Lucia Miranda

Event Manager, Speakers Corner

Lucia Miranda is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

She joined after experience in marketing and customer service and describes the role as a chance to connect with speakers and learn from colleagues. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

9. Maria Tayao

Event Manager, Speakers Corner

Maria Tayao is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Her background includes air travel, tourism and work with ethnically diverse communities, useful perspective for events with varied audiences. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

10. Katie Lo

Group Managing Director, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Katie Lo is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

The bureau profile says she previously grew two fledgling start-ups into global companies and speaks six languages. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

11. Kate Lossius

Head of Boardroom Advisory, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Kate Lossius is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Her public profile combines earlier banking and start-up experience with a focus on conversations with people shaping the world. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

12. Georgia Bayley

Regional Director, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Georgia Bayley is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

She is listed as specialising across technology, future, cyber, economics, politics, diversity and the environment. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

13. Rebecca Robson

Senior Consultant, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Rebecca Robson is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Before joining the bureau, she headed a UK Government network of influencers and game-changers helping British businesses grow internationally. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

14. Marlen Kirsch

Consultant, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Marlen Kirsch is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Her profile says she has been with London Speaker Bureau for more than a decade and enjoys matching clients with speakers. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

15. Ben Strickland

Consultant, UK, London Speaker Bureau

Ben Strickland is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

He brings earlier experience in corporate finance and executive search for board-level and senior banking roles. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

16. Holly Kerley

Director, The Speakers Agency

Holly Kerley is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

She previously organised internal conferences and awards at Pall-Ex, sourced speakers and worked with agents booking Hilary Devey. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

17. Harriet Wilton

Booking Agent, The Speakers Agency

Harriet Wilton is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

Since joining in 2022, she has focused on matching clients with speakers and has a particular interest in comedy and awards nights. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

18. Chris Tompkins

Senior Keynote Speaker and Entertainment Manager, Champions Speakers Agency

Chris Tompkins is listed in a current public team profile for a UK speaker bureau or agency. The role sits close to the work of understanding an event brief, connecting clients with talent and keeping the booking moving from first conversation to delivery.

His current profile says he leads high-profile client relationships, has progressed since joining in 2019 and mentors colleagues. That detail matters because the best booking conversations become more useful when the agent can understand both the speaker and the practical shape of the event.

What these agents show us about speaker bookings

The visible work is often the recommendation, but the useful work starts earlier. The agent has to translate a broad request into a sharper brief, understand what the audience will respond to and notice the practical constraints that can make a good idea hard to deliver. That requires curiosity, judgement and enough operational discipline to keep the detail from becoming someone else's hidden problem.

The public team pages also show that speaker bureaux are not all built in the same way. Some combine broad rosters with account management. Some are closely tied to events, entertainment or talent representation. Others place more emphasis on boardroom advice, specialist topics or speaker development. The right fit is the one whose way of working matches the work your event needs.

A useful first message is simple. Explain who the audience is, what needs to change or become possible, the format you have in mind, the date window and any non-negotiables. Then ask the agent what they would recommend and what questions they think the brief still needs to answer.

How to use this list

Start with the event outcome, not the speaker name. If the audience needs a practical leadership conversation, say so. If the event is a celebration, an awards night, a boardroom session or a conference opening, name the format. The agent can only make a strong match when the brief contains enough context.

It is also worth asking who will own the booking once the recommendation is made. Clarify how the agent handles availability, briefing, travel, contracts, content questions and changes to the run sheet. Those details are not administrative extras. They shape how much work stays with your team.

Finally, compare recommendations against your audience and purpose. A speaker who is perfect for a large external conference may not be right for a small internal workshop. A familiar name may create energy, but a specialist who can work with your actual challenge may create more value.

Frequently asked questions

What does a speaker bureau agent do?

A speaker bureau agent helps an organiser define a brief, identify suitable talent, check availability and support the booking process. Depending on the agency, the work may also include contracts, briefing, travel, event logistics and follow-up.

When should I contact a speaker bureau?

Contact a bureau as soon as you know the event purpose, audience and likely date window. Early contact gives the agent more room to understand the brief, compare options and manage availability before the event plan becomes fixed.

What information should I include in a speaker brief?

Include the audience, event purpose, date, location, format, session length, tone, practical constraints and what you want people to do afterwards. If you have a working theme or success measure, include that too.

Should I choose a bureau or contact a speaker directly?

A bureau can save time when you need a shortlist, availability checks or support across the booking. Direct contact can make sense when you already know the speaker and the brief is simple. The better path depends on the complexity of the event.

What makes a good speaker match?

A good match connects the speaker's experience and style with the audience's needs and the event's purpose. It also fits the format, the time available, the level of preparation and the practical conditions of the room.

Conclusion

A speaker bureau agent is most useful when the event brief is treated as a piece of design rather than a name search. The agent can help you make the audience, outcome, format and constraints clearer, then use that clarity to find a speaker or host who fits the work.

The people in this guide sit across account management, booking, boardroom advisory, event delivery and talent representation. That mix is a reminder that good speaker bookings depend on more than access to a roster. They depend on listening, judgement, preparation and the ability to manage detail when the event is live.

If you are planning an event, write the shortest useful brief you can and send it to one or two relevant teams. Ask what they would recommend, what they would need to know next and how they would support the booking from first conversation to final delivery.

Related Reading

For a practical look at how teams can turn leadership ideas into action, read Working Genius: Complete Implementation Guide for Teams and Leaders and Is Working Genius Worth It for Your Leadership Team.

A practical next step

If your organisation is planning a leadership event and needs a keynote, workshop or facilitated session, Jonno White can help you shape the brief and choose a useful format. Email jonno@consultclarity.org.

About the Author

Jonno White is a Brisbane-based leadership consultant, keynote speaker and Certified Working Genius Facilitator, and the author of Step Up or Step Out. He works with schools, corporates and nonprofits around the world. To enquire about a keynote, workshop or facilitated leadership session, email jonno@consultclarity.org.