Grant ShappsFormer Secretary of State for Defence and Energy Security

Grant Shapps is a seasoned political leader who served for nearly two decades as the Member of Parliament for Welwyn Hatfield. Throughout his distinguished parliamentary career, he held several of the highest offices in the British government, including Secretary of State for Defence. In this capacity, he navigated the United Kingdom through a period of intense global volatility, managing the national response to the conflict in Ukraine, escalating tensions in the Middle East, and emerging security challenges from Iran, North Korea, and China. In 2024, he reinforced his status as a key voice in international relations by delivering a major keynote speech at the London Defence Conference, focusing on building capacity to deter global threats. Beyond the defence portfolio, Grant served as the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, where he became the first British minister in forty years to authorise new investment in nuclear power generation. His commitment to technological advancement as a driver for sustainability was also a hallmark of his tenure as Transport Secretary. A versatile strategist, he has transitioned into the private sector as the co-founder of Cambridge Aerospace, a start-up dedicated to protecting sovereign airspace from drone incursions. The Financial Times once dubbed him the Duracell Bunny in recognition of the relentless energy and infectious enthusiasm he brings to his professional endeavours. Grant is frequently booked for his ability to translate complex geopolitical shifts into clear strategic outlooks for the business community. He provides authoritative analysis on the transition from a post-war to a pre-war global landscape, the intersection of innovation and sustainability, and the fundamental principles of high-performance organisational leadership. On stage, Grant Shapps is best known for talks on geopolitical events, energy supply chain issues, net zero innovation and leadership and communication. 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. Grant Shapps 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, Grant Shapps 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 Grant Shapps would approach your audience.