Baudouin Prot was CEO and then Chairman of BNP Paribas from 2003-14. During his tenure, he profoundly transformed the bank, which was historically French-centred, into a truly European powerhouse. This was mainly achieved through two transforming acquisitions: BNL in Italy and Fortis in Belgium and Luxembourg and steering the bank... Read more
Baudouin Prot was CEO and then Chairman of BNP Paribas from 2003-14. During his tenure, he profoundly transformed the bank, which was historically French-centred, into a truly European powerhouse. This was mainly achieved through two transforming acquisitions: BNL in Italy and Fortis in Belgium and Luxembourg and steering the bank through the financial crisis.
He also has extensive experience in crisis management. Having steered the bank through all of the key events of the financial crisis, Prot has extensive experience and track record in both strategic development and transforming acquisitions. When BNP entered into the financial crisis in 2007, it hadn’t had any exposure to the US subprime market, which illustrated its strong risk culture. He had to manage the relationship and the communication with the different stake holders of the bank: clients, staff, investors and also regulators all over the world. He was the only bank CEO in Europe to launch a very large acquisition right in the midst of the financial crisis.
At BNP, Prot was always very proactive in promoting the most advanced technologies. They were the first bank in Europe to heavily invest in technology, call centres, training and deployment from 1997 to 2000 to create a fully real time inter-connected multi- channel platform to serve customers. To this day, BNP Paribas is considered in Europe and beyond as an industry reference.
Named ‘Best European Banking CEO’ in 2010 by the Institutional Investor Magazine, Prot is a member of the Board of the Institute for International Finance in Washington, the Shanghai International Business Leaders Advisory Council and the Singapore MAS International Advisory Panel. His other awards include ‘Financier of the Year’ in 2006 after the successful integration of BNL and again in 2009 for successfully steering BNP Paribas through the financial crisis.
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Baudouin Prot'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 Baudouin tailored to your event.
Baudouin Prot speaks on Banking, Business & Management, Economics & Finance, Fintech, Leadership. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Baudouin to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Baudouin Prot for events worldwide, subject to Baudouin'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 Baudouin Prot 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 Baudouin can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Baudouin Prot 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 Baudouin can offer.
Baudouin Prot delivers keynotes in French. 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.
Baudouin Prot's areas of expertise include Banking, Business & Management, Economics & Finance, Fintech, Leadership. To get a clear sense of Baudouin'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.
Baudouin Prot can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Banking, Business & Management, Economics & Finance, Fintech, Leadership is relevant. Details of Baudouin'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 Baudouin Prot 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 Baudouin Prot, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Baudouin's current availability for your dates.