The Middle East has been a region of geopolitical and economic significance to America for centuries. Today, the competition for power in the area is stronger than ever, causing upheavals, revolutions and civil wars. The Middle East is a region of extremes, and within the midst of conflict there is the extraordinary economic success of the city of Dubai, who are on their way to becoming the business capital of the world.
Dubai and the UAE as a whole have also become attractive to the best global creative minds, making this a booming cultural region. Our speakers will explore the vast range of topics that dominate the modern discussion around the Middle East. They will tell the story of America’s ever-changing relationship with this vibrant and turbulent region. The backgrounds of our speakers range from inspirational political leaders to Muslim world experts and leading figures in global finance and economics, who can all share their expert insights into the region.
We have an array of keynote speakers on the Middle East for you to choose from, and are confident that you will find the perfect speaker match for your upcoming event. However, if you can’t see who you are looking for please contact our team.
Former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, also known as MI6, longest-serving MI6 Chief in 50 years, expert on international security, cybersecurity, geopolitics
Presenter BBC World News
First ever Special Representative to Muslim Communities for the United States Department of State
Britain's First Muslim Government Minister
President of the Republic of Turkey
Granddaughter of King Abdulaziz, founder of the Saudi state and youngest daughter of his son King Saud
Film Director, Producer and Screenwriter. CEO of Nayla Al Khaja Films and founder of The Scene Club
CEO and President, International Rescue Committee
Former Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary under Prime Minister Tony Blair
President of the Republic of Turkey
Recent Deputy Supreme Allied Commander NATO Europe
British record-breaking adventurer, author, keynote speaker, leadership and team consultant & coach, documentary presenter, social commentator and campaigner
Expert on global geo-political risk and geo-economics, particularly the Middle East and Asia
Former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, also known as MI6, longest-serving MI6 Chief in 50 years, expert on international security, cybersecurity, geopolitics
An Inspirational Leader and Keynote Speaker, a Sought-After Consultant and a Trusted Executive Coach
Granddaughter of King Abdulaziz, founder of the Saudi state and youngest daughter of his son King Saud
CEO and President, International Rescue Committee
First ever Special Representative to Muslim Communities for the United States Department of State
Political Poet and Writer
Newscaster & Media Communications Expert
Professor of Globalisation and Development, Oxford University, Former Vice President and Head of Policy, World Bank and former policy advisor to Nelson Mandela
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Russia
Former Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary under Prime Minister Tony Blair
World-renowned Economist, Bestselling author, Innovative Educator, and Global Leader in Sustainable Development
Director of Economics Research, Gulf Research Centre
British-Australian academic and writer, and former Iran hostage
Founder and Managing Director, RAWAJ PR
Co-Founder of News Deeply and former Foreign Correspondent
Leading European Business Anchor at TRT World
Founder of 'Road to Success' Seminar, Events MC & Moderator, International Journalist, Public Speaking Coach
Global Affairs Analyst. Opinion Writer, Television Commentator and Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council (Washington, DC)
Founder of Grameen Bank, Nobel Peace Prize winner
Film Director, Producer and Screenwriter. CEO of Nayla Al Khaja Films and founder of The Scene Club