Jean-Claude JunckerFormer President of the European Commission and Prime Minister of Luxembourg

Jean-Claude Juncker served as the 12th President of the European Commission, leading the Union's executive branch from 2014 to 2019. A principal architect of the Maastricht Treaty, he is widely recognised as a founding figure of the single currency. His extensive political career includes nearly two decades as the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, making him the longest-serving head of government in the European Union, alongside roles as Minister for Work and Minister for Finances. During his time in Brussels, he managed the bloc through profound challenges including the refugee crisis and the complexities of the United Kingdom's departure from the EU. His administration was responsible for significant legislative milestones, such as the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the abolition of mobile roaming charges across member states. He also chaired the Eurogroup and represented his nation on the Board of Governors of the World Bank. He is frequently booked for his unrivalled perspective on the inner workings of European governance and the future of the global economy. Audiences value his first-hand experience in navigating large-scale geopolitical shifts and his deep understanding of the structural changes shaping modern international relations. On stage, Jean-Claude Juncker is best known for talks on Global Economy, 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. Jean-Claude Juncker 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 Luxembourg, Jean-Claude Juncker travels internationally for engagements and can present in French and German 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 Jean-Claude Juncker would approach your audience.