Felicity CowieDistinguished Media Consultant and Former BBC News Editor

Felicity Cowie is an acclaimed international communications specialist and the founder of Cowiecom, a consultancy dedicated to refining how organisations interact with the public. Before establishing her firm, she built an elite television career as an editor and producer for BBC News and the investigative flagship Panorama. Her exceptional contributions to broadcast journalism were recognised with two prestigious Royal Television Society Awards. As a highly regarded author, she wrote Exposure, a publication that serves as a strategic manual for businesses looking to enhance their media presence and establish authority with journalists. The book achieved notable acclaim as a finalist at the Business Book Awards. Felicity draws on her deep experience in breaking global news stories to demonstrate how the core principles of high-stakes journalism can be applied to corporate messaging. Beyond her consultancy work, she is a sophisticated conference facilitator and keynote speaker. She utilises her sharp journalistic instincts to chair sessions and pose the vital questions that drive meaningful dialogue. Audiences book Felicity for her rare ability to translate complex media dynamics into clear, effective communication strategies that resonate in today's fast-moving information landscape. On stage, Felicity Cowie is best known for talks on Communication, Media Relations and Public Speaking. 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, Marketing & Brand and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Felicity Cowie 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, Felicity Cowie 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 Felicity Cowie would approach your audience.