Basak Unalan worked as the Chief London Correspondent for Bloomberg HT from end of 2015 until the beginning of 2020. During that time, Bloomberg HT was the only financial broadcast platform in Turkey with television, radio and web presence. She reported about the European markets as well as financial, political... Read more
Basak Unalan worked as the Chief London Correspondent for Bloomberg HT from end of 2015 until the beginning of 2020. During that time, Bloomberg HT was the only financial broadcast platform in Turkey with television, radio and web presence. She reported about the European markets as well as financial, political and business developments across the Eurozone and the UK on a daily basis. As an experienced news editor, she was responsible for researching, writing and editing her own content for daily live hits, with a focus on market movers.
In addition, Basak periodically hosted and interviewed business leaders, politicians, market strategists and economists in the Bloomberg London studios. During these targeted interviews, she aimed to cover a wide range of industries and sectors from technology to communications to art, approaching each topic from an economical and financial perspective.
Furthermore, Basak Unalan covered the Brexit Referendum and elections in the Eurozone. Standing in as the BloombergHT reporter for breaking news in Europe and UK, Basak followed the Brexit period closely from 2016 to 2020.
Prior her Bloomberg HT Chief London Correspondent role in London, Basak has worked as the Assistant Production Manager in Eurosport Turkey in Istanbul. She pioneered as the only female sports commentator in Turkey from 2006 to 2014.
Basak has served as a critical Turkish speaking News Editor, Commentator and Presenter at Eurosport Turkey with over 2000 hours live commentary. She worked as a Production Manager during the on-site broadcasting of 2011 & 2012 WTA Championships, 2012 World Indoor Athletics Championships, 2012 World Short Course Swimming Championships, and 2013 FIFA U- 20 World Cup.
Basak Unalan has a Masters degree in TV Journalism from the Goldsmiths University of London.
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Basak Unalan's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Basak tailored to your event.
Basak Unalan speaks on Facilitators & Moderators. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Basak to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Basak Unalan for events worldwide, subject to Basak's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Basak Unalan is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Basak can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Basak Unalan on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Basak can offer.
Basak Unalan delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Basak Unalan's areas of expertise include Facilitators & Moderators. To get a clear sense of Basak's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Basak Unalan can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Facilitators & Moderators is relevant. Details of Basak's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Basak Unalan is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Basak Unalan, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Basak's current availability for your dates.