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Keynote SpeakerRob Wilson

Chief Toaster (Co-founder & CEO) at Toast Ale, saving the world one beer at a time

Rob is Chief Toaster (Co-founder & CEO) at Toast Ale, the delicious planet-saving beer brewed using yesterday’s bread from bakeries to fight food waste. It’s a BCorp and carbon neutral. All profits are poured into environmental charities. Toast launched in 2016 and now has nationwide retail, pub and hospitality distribution.... Read more

Biography

Rob is Chief Toaster (Co-founder & CEO) at Toast Ale, the delicious planet-saving beer brewed using yesterday’s bread from bakeries to fight food waste. It’s a BCorp and carbon neutral. All profits are poured into environmental charities. Toast launched in 2016 and now has nationwide retail, pub and hospitality distribution. They have brewed nearly 3 million slices of surplus bread and their open-source source recipe has been accessed over 80,000 times. Toast has influenced over 50 collaboration brews using surplus bread in more than 8 countries and raised close to £100,000 for charity. Raise a Toast. Save the World. Cheers.

Prior to Toast Rob led Ashoka in the UK, a global support network for social entrepreneurs. And he founded a number of social mission ventures over the years. Including setting up READ International in 2004; a Tanzanian student-volunteer-led development organisation which has benefited millions of Tanzanian school students and co-founded Generation Change in 2012, helping 600,000 young people a year in the UK take positive action in their local communities. In 2011 he co-authored a book with his wife Nikki about social entrepreneurs in Africa called On the Up.

Rob lives in Kent with his wife Nikki and their three very cheeky kids Thomas, Matthew and Jessica. In his spare time Rob coaches his son’s football team, runs to try and burn off some of the beers, is a geek for all things social enterprise and never misses the F1.

Popular Talks by Rob Wilson

  • Social Enterprise
  • Start-ups
  • Net-Zero
  • Sustainability and Environment
  • Innovation
  • Retail
  • Craft Beer
  • Food & Drink
  • Bcorp
  • Brief history of beer with tasting

How to book Rob Wilson as a keynote speaker

How do I book Rob Wilson for a keynote speech?

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

What are Rob Wilson's speaking fees?

Rob Wilson'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 Rob tailored to your event.

What topics does Rob Wilson speak about?

Rob Wilson speaks on Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Economics, Entrepreneurial. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Rob to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Rob Wilson available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Rob Wilson for events worldwide, subject to Rob'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 Rob Wilson 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 Rob Wilson 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 Rob Wilson?

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 Rob can accommodate.

Can Rob Wilson tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Rob Wilson 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 Rob can offer.

What languages does Rob Wilson present in?

Rob Wilson delivers keynotes in English. 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 Rob Wilson a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Rob Wilson's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Economics, Entrepreneurial. To get a clear sense of Rob'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 Rob Wilson speak at?

Rob Wilson 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, Cities & Environment, Climate, Economics, Entrepreneurial is relevant. Details of Rob'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 Rob Wilson 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 Rob Wilson is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Rob Wilson?

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