Richard Curran is business editor of the Irish Independent, Ireland’s largest selling daily broadsheet. Before joining the Irish Independent in 2000, he was business correspondent with RTE News. He has also been business editor and assistant editor of The Sunday Tribune. He co-wrote a book on entrepreneurship in Ireland and... Read more
Richard Curran is business editor of the Irish Independent, Ireland’s largest selling daily broadsheet.
Before joining the Irish Independent in 2000, he was business correspondent with RTE News.
He has also been business editor and assistant editor of The Sunday Tribune. He co-wrote a book on entrepreneurship in Ireland and he regularly presents programmes on business and current affairs on Today FM.
Richard is available as a speaker/chairman on topics relating to any aspect of business or the Irish economy.
Before delving deep in the dismal science Richard trained as a sociologist and had a varied career at one time working in a juvenile detention centre. He was also a research assistant to a psychiatrist on an eating disorders project and he remains very well informed on this subject.
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You can book Richard Curran through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Richard's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Richard Curran'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 Richard tailored to your event.
Richard Curran speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Richard to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Richard Curran for events worldwide, subject to Richard'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 Richard Curran 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 Richard can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Richard Curran 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 Richard can offer.
Richard Curran 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.
Richard Curran's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Richard'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.
Richard Curran can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Richard'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 Richard Curran 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 Richard Curran, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Richard's current availability for your dates.