Professor Dr Axel WeberDistinguished Economic Strategist and Former President of the Deutsche Bundesbank

Professor Dr Axel Weber is a preeminent figure in international finance, having navigated the global economy through some of its most turbulent eras. Formerly the President of the Deutsche Bundesbank and a pivotal member of the European Central Bank Governing Council, he played a central role in maintaining financial stability during the global financial crisis. His distinguished career includes representing Germany at the International Monetary Fund and participating in high-level summits with G7 and G20 Ministers and Governors. Beyond his public service, Professor Weber has held significant leadership positions in the private sector, most notably serving as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for UBS Group AG until 2022. He is a member of the influential Group of Thirty and has held numerous prestigious academic chairs, including Professorships at the Universities of Bonn, Frankfurt, and Cologne. His expertise spans monetary policy, regulatory frameworks, and the intricate dynamics of international capital markets. As an authoritative voice on the future of financial services, Professor Weber is frequently booked for his ability to translate complex macroeconomic trends into clear strategic outlooks. His deep experience at the intersection of policy and industry makes him a vital resource for audiences seeking to understand the evolving global economic landscape. On stage, Professor Dr Axel Weber is best known for talks on Global Economy, Financial Services, Regulation, Economics & the Economy and Strategy. 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 Education and Finance & Economics, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Professor Dr Axel Weber is regularly booked for Business 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, Professor Dr Axel Weber travels internationally for engagements and can present in German as well as English. 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 Professor Dr Axel Weber would approach your audience.