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Keynote SpeakerDavid Meade

International Corporate Speaker, Emcee & Host Veteran BBC Broadcaster

Renowned for his captivating keynotes, David Meade is an award-winning international thought leader on high performance. As a veteran BBC broadcaster, he has become one of the most recognisable faces in his native Ireland. He’s earned a reputation as an electrifying world-class corporate speaker and emcee. Today, he travels the... Read more

Popular Talks by David Meade

  • Mind Your Business

    Who is it for: Organisations that want to improve communication, motivation and decision making. Key Takeaways: Dramatically improve decision making Drive ownership and accountability Develop leadership and motivation skills About: Individuals who think better, perform better. Drawing on the psychology of decision making, motivation, and mindset, this session shows how…
  • Growth Mindset

    Who is it for: Perfect for managers and business leaders who want to motivate and engage their teams. Key Takeaways: Understand the growth mindset Lead engaged and motivated teams Utilise flexible thinking skills About: Changing the way teams Think, Act & Behave every day. High energy, interactive session, that challenges…
  • Engage for Success

    Who is it for: Ideal for managers and business leaders who want to empower themselves and set their team up for success. Key Takeaways: Empower and engage managers and leaders Develop leadership and motivation skills Improve communication skills About: Research proves most teams are choosing to underperform. With as much…
  • Principles of Persuasion

    Who is it for: Ideal for sales and business development teams who want to learn how to pitch and sell. Key Takeaways: Communicate clearly and persuasively Use trading techniques and power words to boost sales Understand best ways to pitch product or service About: The Science of Getting to ‘Yes’…

Biography

Renowned for his captivating keynotes, David Meade is an award-winning international thought leader on high performance. As a veteran BBC broadcaster, he has become one of the most recognisable faces in his native Ireland.

He’s earned a reputation as an electrifying world-class corporate speaker and emcee. Today, he travels the world helping organisations like Apple, Harvard, Deloitte, and Meta improve performance through proven psychological tools.

His sessions are highly interactive, blending fun and education, and packed with actionable tools and techniques that delegates can immediately apply to grow their business, grow their teams, and grow themselves. Fascinated by mentalism and mind reading, he can
incorporate these elements as vehicles and metaphors for how the mind operates at work. David blends laughter with learning, making his sessions both insightful and entertaining for audiences of all sizes.

Leadership teams and event planners worldwide have described his presentations as “truly unforgettable” and “game-changing.” His expertise is highly sought after across industries and event types – with David every session is guaranteed to be compelling, energetic, and
engaging.

With a primary career as an academic in the business faculty at one of Ireland’s leading university’s, his passion has always centred around the psychology of leadership, motivation, mindset, persuasion, and high performance. By combining his research expertise with a captivating presentation style, he has become one of the corporate world’s most sought-after speakers and emcee/hosts, renowned for his innovative approach that challenges audiences to think critically about the obstacles they face.

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What clients say about David Meade

“A standing ovation which seemed to last forever. I have never seen so many open mouths. Over three months later the staff are still talking about David.” Apple Inc.
“David is an utter delight to listen to and learn from – a real gen in the technology conferencing space. Excellently researched and produced content, world class delivery, and a pleasure to work with.” Cabinet Office, Westminster
“I don’t think we’ve ever had a presenter be remembered in such high regard for such a long period of time. We continue to rave about the contribution you made and were astonished that you managed to raise the bar two years running. I can’t recommend you enough.” Harvard University
“From the moment he stepped on stage, David’s high energy motivational speech generated an amazing buzz for the entire session, one that we have never experienced from an external speaker before. Attendees came with no expectation and left highly motivated and engaged and are still talking about David’s session with high praise 4 weeks later.” Meta

How to book David Meade as a keynote speaker

How do I book David Meade for a keynote speech?

You can book David Meade through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with David's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are David Meade's speaking fees?

David Meade'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 David tailored to your event.

What topics does David Meade speak about?

David Meade speaks on Business & Management, Communication, Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with David to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is David Meade available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book David Meade for events worldwide, subject to David's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does David Meade deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether David Meade is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by David Meade?

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 David can accommodate.

Can David Meade tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief David Meade 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 David can offer.

What languages does David Meade present in?

David Meade 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.

What makes David Meade a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

David Meade's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Communication, Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation. To get a clear sense of David'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.

What kind of events can David Meade speak at?

David Meade can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Communication, Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation is relevant. Details of David'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.

Does David Meade offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

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 David Meade is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book David Meade?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with David Meade, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check David's current availability for your dates.