Dan Cobley

Dan Cobley is a prominent technology entrepreneur and investor who previously served as the Managing Director for Google UK and Ireland. During his eight-year tenure at the search leader, he managed over five billion dollars in revenue and oversaw European marketing operations as Vice President for EMEA. His leadership was pivotal in helping diverse organisations leverage digital tools to drive sales, cultivate cultural transformation and gain deeper consumer insights. Following his success at Google, Dan became a managing partner at the venture capital firm Blenheim Chalcot. In this role, he has been instrumental in the creation and growth of several high-profile fintech businesses, including ClearScore, Salary Finance and Koodoo Mortgages. His extensive private sector experience is complemented by advisory positions for the Telegraph Media Group and eHarmony, as well as his philanthropic work as a trustee for the Technology Trust. Recognised by Wired and the Evening Standard as a leading figure in the digital economy, Dan is a seasoned speaker whose TED talk has reached over a million viewers. He provides audiences with authoritative perspectives on artificial intelligence, the evolution of financial services and the specific management philosophies that drive innovation. He is frequently booked for his ability to translate complex technological shifts into clear strategic advantages for modern businesses. On stage, Dan Cobley is best known for talks on Reputation, Digital Business & Strategy, Branding & Marketing, Financial Services, AI 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 Finance & Economics and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Dan Cobley 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, Dan Cobley 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 Dan Cobley would approach your audience.