George Osborne

George Osborne served as Chancellor of the Exchequer for six years, becoming the first Conservative to hold the office in nearly fifteen years. Tasked with managing the UK economy following the global financial crisis, he implemented significant public spending reviews and established the independent Office for Budget Responsibility. His tenure was defined by a commitment to reducing the budget deficit and leading the country toward a period of economic recovery that surpassed many international peers. He was also the architect of the Northern Powerhouse project, an initiative dedicated to boosting economic growth across the north of England. Beyond his ministerial career, he has held prominent leadership positions including Editor of the London Evening Standard and Chair of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership. Currently, he serves as the Chair of the British Museum and a partner at the investment bank Robey Warshaw LLP. His extensive portfolio includes advisory roles for the BlackRock Investment Institute and chairing the EXOR Partners Council, alongside his academic contribution as a visiting professor at Stanford University. Today, he provides expert analysis on the intersection of economics and statecraft as the co-host of the Political Currency podcast. George is a highly sought-after speaker for audiences seeking a sophisticated understanding of global markets, fiscal policy, and the complexities of modern governance. On stage, George Osborne is best known for talks on 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 Business & Consulting and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. George Osborne is regularly booked for Business 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, George Osborne 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 George Osborne would approach your audience.