
Keynote speaker
Alastair CampbellRenowned Communications Strategist and Global Political Commentator
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell is one of Britain’s most prominent political figures, best known for his decade as the chief spokesman and communications strategist for Prime Minister Tony Blair. As a key architect of the New Labour project, he managed the strategic operations behind the 1997 landslide victory and subsequent terms in office. Today, he remains a central figure in the public consciousness as the co-host of the chart-topping podcast The Rest is Politics, alongside Rory Stewart, where he provides expert analysis on global governance and parliamentary relations.
A prolific author, Alastair has published over twenty volumes, including the Sunday Times bestseller But What Can I Do? and the acclaimed study Winners: And How They Succeed. His literary work spans political diaries, novels, and non-fiction explorations of victory across sport, business, and government. Beyond strategy and leadership, he is a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness. Drawing on his personal experiences, he has authored memoirs such as Living Better and The Happy Depressive, promoting the importance of Mental Health First Aid and openness in the workplace.
Alastair is highly sought after for his unique perspective on reputation management, crisis communication, and the mechanics of power. Audiences value his ability to combine high-level political experience with practical advice on resilience, team building, and effective messaging in an increasingly complex media landscape.
On stage, Alastair Campbell is best known for talks on Branding & Marketing, Wellbeing, Change Management, ESG & Social Responsibility, Politics & Geopolitics and Leadership. 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 Business & Consulting, Media & Broadcasting and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Alastair Campbell is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Presenter & Awards Host, 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, Alastair Campbell 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 Alastair Campbell would approach your audience.
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Testimonials
"Alastair's talk was solid, really got us thinking about how our communications land, especially when things are a bit… tricky. He didn't pull any punches, which was spot on for our team. Definitely gave us plenty to chew on regarding reputation, you know?"
"Honestly, wasn't sure what to expect, but he just came in and told it like it is. His take on leadership and the whole political landscape was pretty eye-opening. Made me re-evaluate how we're approaching some of our longer-term strategy, for sure."
"Brilliant. Alastair shared some proper insights into managing change, particularly when you've got lots of moving parts. It really resonated with our team, especially on the comms side of things. It was just a really compelling and grounded session."
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Alastair Campbell?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Alastair's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Alastair Campbell cost to book?
- Alastair Campbell sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Alastair Campbell speak on?
- Alastair speaks on Branding & Marketing, Wellbeing, Change Management, ESG & Social Responsibility, Politics & Geopolitics, Leadership.
- What languages does Alastair Campbell present in?
- Alastair presents in English.
- Where is Alastair Campbell based?
- Alastair is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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