Ken Costa is an international banker, author and adviser who has spent more than four decades at the highest levels of global finance. Having held senior leadership positions at UBS and SG Warburg, and serving as Chairman of Lazard International, he has advised governments, sovereign wealth funds, family businesses and... Read more
Wisdom & Wealth | Ken Costa
The 100 TRILLION Dollar Wealth Transfer with Ken Costa
How the largest transfer of wealth in history from Baby Boomers to Millennials and Gen Z will reshape investing, leadership, philanthropy, business and capitalism itself.
Understanding the values, expectations and motivations of Millennials and Gen Z, and how organisations can prepare for the next generation of leaders.
Why successful organisations need a moral framework and how businesses can balance profit, purpose and long-term value creation.
Lessons from more than four decades advising some of the world’s most influential families, institutions and businesses.
Drawing on his work across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, including his role supporting Saudi Vision 2030.
Leadership, character, resilience and decision-making in an increasingly uncertain world.
Ken Costa is an international banker, author and adviser who has spent more than four decades at the highest levels of global finance. Having held senior leadership positions at UBS and SG Warburg, and serving as Chairman of Lazard International, he has advised governments, sovereign wealth funds, family businesses and multinational corporations on strategy, capital raising and transformational transactions.
Today, Ken advises companies and entrepreneurs through his strategic advisory practice and is a recognised authority on leadership, wealth, capitalism and intergenerational change. He is the author of The 100 Trillion Dollar Wealth Transfer, which explores how the largest transfer of wealth in history will reshape business, investing and society. He also served as the UK Prime Minister’s Special Representative for Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 programme, helping strengthen economic and investment ties between the UK and Saudi Arabia.
A sought-after speaker, Ken has addressed audiences at the World Economic Forum, Future Investment Initiative and leading international conferences, bringing unique insights on leadership, values, global markets and the future of capitalism.
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You can book Ken Costa through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Ken's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Ken Costa'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 Ken tailored to your event.
Ken Costa speaks on Banking, Business & Management, Change, Economics & Finance, Financial. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Ken to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Ken Costa for events worldwide, subject to Ken'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 Ken Costa 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 Ken can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Ken Costa 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 Ken can offer.
Ken Costa 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.
Ken Costa's areas of expertise include Banking, Business & Management, Change, Economics & Finance, Financial. To get a clear sense of Ken'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.
Ken Costa 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, Change, Economics & Finance, Financial is relevant. Details of Ken'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 Ken Costa 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 Ken Costa, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Ken's current availability for your dates.