Rt Hon Alan Johnson

The Right Honourable Alan Johnson offers a remarkable narrative of social mobility and political achievement. Having left school at the age of 15, he began his career stacking shelves and working as a postman before becoming the General Secretary of the Communication Workers Union. He entered Parliament in 1997 as the MP for Hull West and Hessle, quickly ascending the ministerial ranks to serve in several high-profile Cabinet positions, including Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, Education and Skills, and Health, ultimately serving as Home Secretary. Beyond his ministerial career, Alan has held influential roles as a Director of Unity Trust Bank and on the Council of the TUC. He is a celebrated writer whose memoir This Boy was awarded the prestigious Orwell Prize, followed by the successful sequels Please, Mr Postman and The Long and Winding Road. A regular presence in the media, he has appeared frequently on programmes such as This Week and hosted his own Radio 4 series. He remains a significant voice on matters of electoral reform and national politics. Audiences book Alan for his vast experience across the highest levels of government and his captivating ability to blend political gravity with lighthearted anecdotes. He is a versatile speaker who provides deep context on change management and geopolitics while maintaining an engaging, professional presence. On stage, Rt Hon Alan Johnson is best known for talks on Change Management and Politics & Geopolitics. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Rt Hon Alan Johnson is regularly booked for After Dinner Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Rt Hon Alan Johnson travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Rt Hon Alan Johnson would approach your audience.