Guy Verhofstadt

Guy Verhofstadt is a prominent European statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Belgium for nine years, becoming the first liberal to hold the office in over six decades. After a rapid ascent in Belgian politics that saw him become Deputy Prime Minister and Budget Minister in his thirties, he later transitioned to the European stage. For a decade, he led the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe in the European Parliament and was subsequently appointed as the Parliament's Brexit Coordinator to navigate the complexities of the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union. A dedicated advocate for deeper integration, he currently remains active as an MEP within the Renew Europe group. He frequently contributes to international media and has authored several influential works, including The United States of Europe and The New Age of Empires. His vision involves the creation of a unified treasury and a single economic policy to ensure Europe remains a competitive superpower alongside American and Asian markets. He argues that structural reform is essential to address global challenges such as economic inequality and international crime. Today, he continues to shape the geopolitical landscape as a member of the Committee on Constitutional Affairs while co-chairing the Executive Board of the Conference on the Future of Europe. His extensive experience at the highest levels of national and international governance makes him a premier choice for audiences seeking an authoritative perspective on global trade, federalism, and the future of the European project. On stage, Guy Verhofstadt is best known for talks on Economics & The Economy and 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 Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Guy Verhofstadt 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 Belgium, Guy Verhofstadt travels internationally for engagements and can present in French and Dutch 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 Guy Verhofstadt would approach your audience.