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Keynote SpeakerPiers Linney

British entrapreneur and former 'Dragon' on the BBC Two business series Dragons' Den

Piers Linney is an entrepreneur, investor, and former Dragon on the prime-time BBC show Dragons’ Den (Shark Tank in the USA). With a background in venture capital law and M&A investment banking at Credit Suisse, Piers has established himself as a leading figure in the UK business world, particularly in... Read more

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Popular Talks by Piers Linney

  • Personal journey to the City and entrepreneurship

    From a Lancashire mill town and failing his 11+ to law and investment banking at the highest level in the City and BBC Dragons’ Den.

  • Scaling up your business

    Business change, growth, scaling up your business and its impact. See Piers’s five factors for growth below.

  • Technology and the Future

    The future of business, employment, the economy and skills based on his experience in technology and as a trustee of the UK’s largest innovation agency, Nesta.

  • Diversity and inclusion

    Personal experience and impact on business, society and social mobility built on his work as a charitable founder and with Sky.

More talks

  • Innovation and Information Technology
  • Cloud-based Technology and IT business
  • Technology
  • Media and Telecommunications
  • Advising on Small and Medium Business Issues
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Business: Startups and Scale-ups
  • Financing Business

  • Future of Work and Employment

  • Impact of technology

Biography

Piers Linney is an entrepreneur, investor, and former Dragon on the prime-time BBC show Dragons’ Den (Shark Tank in the USA). With a background in venture capital law and M&A investment banking at Credit Suisse, Piers has established himself as a leading figure in the UK business world, particularly in the technology sector.

Piers is a Co-founder of Implement AI, a leading provider of digital worker solutions to organisations of all sizes. He was a pioneer in the UK cloud computing sector and sat on the boards of the UK Cloud Industry Forum and TechUK.

He has sat on the board of Nesta, the UK’s largest innovation foundation (£600m), and British Business Bank during the roll-out of £90bn of Covid support. Piers is also an advocate for diversity in business and sits on Sky’s Diversity Advisory Council.

Piers is Chairman and a co-founder of Atherton Bikes, a world leading manufacturer of additive manufactured mountain bikes which won 1st and 2nd in the World Championship in 2023.

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What clients say about Piers Linney

"We invited Piers to talk to our colleagues about diversity and its importance in business at our first ever digital internal conference. We’re at the start of our journey when it comes to talking about race and ethnic diversity in the workplace and Piers pitched his session perfectly for our colleagues. His session was informative, insightful and inspiring and garnered fantastic engagement and feedback from colleagues, with several describing it as the best presentation they’ve seen during their time with the business. We’d have Piers back again in a heartbeat, on any one of the wide variety of subjects on which he’s an expert!" Lauren, The Very Group
“Piers was keynote speaker and customer panel host at our Small Business Live event at Cisco Live Barcelona 2019. His presentation and panel resonated extremely well with our audience and were top-rated sessions from the event programme by attendees. Piers is an insightful, energetic and entertaining speaker, with thought-provoking ideas and insights based upon his extensive business experience. His vibrance and enthusiasm during his presentation kept the audience engaged from start to end. Not only was he well received by the audience, he was easy and personable to work with, spending extra time listening to the other speakers and interacting with our team and delegates.” Wheller, Director, Segment, Brand & Advocacy Marketing, Cisco EMEAR
"Piers has had the biggest impact of any speaker that we have hosted in the 3 years since we have been running events...Super-efficient and easy to work with in organising, I wouldn't hesitate in working with Piers again." Virgin StartUp
"A quick note to say thank you for speaking at our event this week. The customer feedback has been fantastic and your 'in conversation' session with Michael was excellent. Really insightful, thought provoking and injected a real buzz into the room!" Neil, NatWest
"An amazing person and speaker. So popular that we ran out of headphones and space on our exhibition stand! It was an incredible sight." Sage (UK) Ltd

How to book Piers Linney as a keynote speaker

How do I book Piers Linney for a keynote speech?

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

What are Piers Linney's speaking fees?

Piers Linney'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 Piers tailored to your event.

What topics does Piers Linney speak about?

Piers Linney speaks on Business & Management, Digital, Diversity, Entrepreneurial, Future. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Piers to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Piers Linney available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Piers Linney for events worldwide, subject to Piers'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 Piers Linney 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 Piers Linney 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 Piers Linney?

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 Piers can accommodate.

Can Piers Linney tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Piers Linney 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 Piers can offer.

What languages does Piers Linney present in?

Piers Linney 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 Piers Linney a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Piers Linney's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Digital, Diversity, Entrepreneurial, Future. To get a clear sense of Piers'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 Piers Linney speak at?

Piers Linney 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, Digital, Diversity, Entrepreneurial, Future is relevant. Details of Piers'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 Piers Linney 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 Piers Linney is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Piers Linney?

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