Laurence Winmill’s messages are delivered from his experience as an entrepreneur and business leader. A charismatic and inspirational speaker, his referencing includes managing people for peak performance, selling and negotiating in line with strategy, and delivering outstanding customer service. Laurence’s C-suite roles in advertising, digital media, publishing, automotive and pharmaceuticals... Read more
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Today’s businesses and delegates have to be adaptable to survive, thrive and develop. With strategy at the heart of his seminars, workshops and keynote sessions, Laurence delivers vital teachings on business development to help audience members overcome challenges, mitigate risk and make the most of every opportunity presented to them.
Laurence Winmill’s messages are delivered from his experience as an entrepreneur and business leader. A charismatic and inspirational speaker, his referencing includes managing people for peak performance, selling and negotiating in line with strategy, and delivering outstanding customer service. Laurence’s C-suite roles in advertising, digital media, publishing, automotive and pharmaceuticals have been instrumental in driving growth. As an entrepreneur, he has created numerous startup projects, and has a critical understanding of markets, customers and strategy.
In 2001, Laurence left the corporate publishing world and after a spell in pharmaceuticals, set up a successful magazine publishing business. In 2010, he set up a full-service agency helping to develop media campaigns for retail, leisure, professional services, automotive and property brands.
In 2016, he became CEO for leading LCV dealership, David Spear Commercial Vehicles. Under his leadership, the business produced record sales growth of 30% and won several national awards, including the Auto Trader Digital Click Award for Independent Business Transformation and The Institute of Sales Management’s BESMA Award for Senior Leadership Team of the Year.
When Laurence left this role, he drew on his early experience in hospitality to set up numerous businesses. Yet within six months, Covid arrived and changed everything.
Representing one of the biggest challenges of his career, he now uses his expertise managing businesses against impossible odds to inform delegates. Laurence volunteers his time as a mentor too, providing support to startups. His career as a business consultant also helps organisations to build strategy for sustained success.
Laurence travels extensively as a keynote speaker. His ability to inspire audiences has resulted in collaborations with several international brands, including Unum, P&G, Kellogg’s, Dunelm and Armstrong. He also penned book ‘Live Your Life’, a simple guide to personal and business success. In his spare time, he spends time with his family, is an avid Chelsea supporter and gym-goer, and enjoys walking and travelling.
Laurence in a nutshell: A driven people person, with an ‘anything is possible’ mentality who thrives on new challenges and opportunity. Laurence is a passionate performer who brings experience and authenticity to the audience. He is currently launching his new podcast, No Straight Lines: Stories of the Unbreakable, and finalizing his upcoming book, The Entrepreneur’s Ride: Riding Out the Highs, Surviving the Lows, and Building a Life Beyond Business.
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Laurence Winmill'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 Laurence tailored to your event.
Laurence Winmill speaks on Communication, Customer Experience, Entrepreneurial, Leadership & Motivation, Marketing. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Laurence to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Laurence Winmill for events worldwide, subject to Laurence'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 Laurence Winmill 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 Laurence can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Laurence Winmill 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 Laurence can offer.
Laurence Winmill 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.
Laurence Winmill's areas of expertise include Communication, Customer Experience, Entrepreneurial, Leadership & Motivation, Marketing. To get a clear sense of Laurence'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.
Laurence Winmill can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Communication, Customer Experience, Entrepreneurial, Leadership & Motivation, Marketing is relevant. Details of Laurence'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 Laurence Winmill 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 Laurence Winmill, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Laurence's current availability for your dates.