Sir Howard Davies

Sir Howard Davies is one of the United Kingdom’s most distinguished figures in finance and economic regulation. Currently serving as the Chairman of RBS, his career includes high-ranking roles as the Director of the London School of Economics and the first Chairman of the Financial Services Authority. His extensive experience within the British financial system is further highlighted by his previous positions as Deputy Governor of the Bank of England and Director General of the Confederation of British Industry. Beyond domestic policy, Sir Howard maintains a significant international profile through his advisory roles for the China Banking Regulatory Commission and the China Securities Regulatory Commission. He has also led critical national projects, notably chairing the UK Airports Commission regarding future aviation capacity. His professional background is exceptionally diverse, spanning the Treasury, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and consultancy at McKinsey and Co, alongside non-executive directorships at major institutions such as Morgan Stanley. As a respected academic and author, he teaches at Sciences Po in Paris and has written widely on global financial stability, with titles including Banking on the Future and Global Financial Regulation. Sir Howard is a sought-after speaker for his ability to provide clear, authoritative analysis of emerging markets, regulatory shifts, and the complexities of the modern global economy. On stage, Sir Howard Davies is best known for talks on Emerging Markets, Financial Services, Regulation, Economics & The Economy and Business Competitiveness. 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. Sir Howard Davies 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, Sir Howard Davies 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 Sir Howard Davies would approach your audience.