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Keynote SpeakerGeorgie Barrat

Technology and Consumer Presenter, Broadcaster and Journalist

Georgie Barrat is a technology journalist and consumer expert who’s spent her career unpacking how the latest innovations shape our everyday lives. She’s best known for presenting The Gadget Show and Shop Smart Save Money on Channel 5, as well as appearing as a regular contributor on BBC’s Morning Live.... Read more

Biography

Georgie Barrat is a technology journalist and consumer expert who’s spent her career unpacking how the latest innovations shape our everyday lives. She’s best known for presenting The Gadget Show and Shop Smart Save Money on Channel 5, as well as appearing as a regular contributor on BBC’s Morning Live. Georgie also frequently steps in to host live broadcasts of Jeremy Vine and Storm Huntley on Channel 5 and has worked across ITV Tonight and BBC’s Rip Off Britain.

A trusted voice on breaking tech stories, she regularly contributes to ITV News, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 5 Live, offering insights drawn from her first-hand experience with everything from AI and cutting-edge computing to enterprise data centres and cloud technologies. In 2024, she fronted an ITN Business programme exploring how digital tools are transforming education, spotlighting the fast-evolving world of EdTech. Beyond reviewing gadgets and apps, Georgie is fascinated by how technology is reshaping the way we live, work and what AI means for our future. Her keynote talks on emerging tech trends have taken her to global stages including Web Summit, Mobile World Congress and
Smart City Expo, as well as to audiences at Google, Mastercard, IBM, Sony, Huawei and BAFTA.

A passionate advocate for women in technology, Georgie works with organisations such as Girls in ICT, the IET and Childnet to make STEM and the digital world more inclusive, inspiring and safe. She also uses her social platforms to help people navigate online safety and the challenges of parenting in the digital age. Georgie has hosted several podcasts, including The Tech Disruption Series featuring interviews with start-ups redefining industries and Lloyds Banking Group’s No Ordinary Tech.

As well as Sleep Life, a light-hearted look at one of her favourite topics. Never one to back down from a challenge, she holds the world record for the longest continuous VR session (26.5 hours), has run the London Marathon, and even bungee-jumped while wearing a VR headset. Authentic, curious and engaging, Georgie combines journalistic rigour with an approachable style that helps audiences make sense of an ever-changing world.

“Georgie’s ability to bridge complex ideas with an engaging narrative is genuinely impressive. It's evident that she has a unique talent in conveying such intricate subjects in a way that resonates with a diverse audience” BT
“Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Many attendees spoke highly of how Georgie seamlessly took them on a journey, making it a truly remarkable experience for all” - Mastercard
“Georgie’s energy and dynamic presentation style captivated the audience, keeping everyone deeply engaged from start to finish” Google
“Georgie was absolutely fantastic! She did an amazing job keeping the audience engaged, juggling any hiccups with the digital event platform and was incredibly enthusiastic and professional from start to finish. The audience thought she was brilliant and we even had someone specifically call her out in our post event survey.” Alana Bonnici, Workday Virtual Conference
“Georgie was great to work with a true professional. She engaged with our audience well and brought real energy to the stage.” Jenna Read, Women In IT Awards
“Our audience loved hearing your insights; we have had wonderful feedback from our attendees who found your presentation to be fun, interesting and so insightful. Your talk certainly sparked a buzz of conversation!” Isabel Lowe, Yext Explore
“The day was a big success and undoubtedly Georgie was a highlight. Her hosting skills were superb – relaxed, informal and friendly, striking just the right tone.” Paul Castles, SCH Conference

Popular Talks by Georgie Barrat

  • The Future of Work in an AI-Powered World

    Imagine a world where AI assistants become your intelligent partners, anticipating your needs and streamlining your workload. Complex tasks become automated, freeing you to focus on your most creative endeavours. Learning is transformed with personalised AI tutors who adapt to your unique strengths and weaknesses.
    This future, powered by...

  • The Tech Tourist: Journeying into the Near Future

    Are you curious about what the next decade holds? Get ready to explore the cutting edge of innovation with tech journalist and TV presenter Georgie Barrat. The Tech Tourist takes you on a captivating journey into the incredible advancements that will shape our world. Join Georgie as she dives deep...

  • Change is the Only Constant: Embracing Digital Transformation

    The digital revolution isn’t just reshaping industries; it’s transforming the very fabric of work itself. Are you and your organisation ready to adapt? Join tech journalist and TV presenter, Georgie Barrat, as she explores how to embrace digital transformation in the workplace.

    In this insightful keynote, Georgie will explore:
    ...

  • AI & US: The Playbook for Thriving Through Change

    “An energising, optimistic keynote that turns AI nerves into know-how.”

    Artificial Intelligence is the most transformative technology of our generation, but alongside the excitement comes uncertainty: what does this mean for jobs, industries and people? Georgie cuts through the noise to show leaders and teams why...