Joe Twyman

Joe Twyman is a co-founder of the polling firm Deltapoll and one of the United Kingdom's most prominent authorities on public opinion. He previously served as a founding director at YouGov, where he spent several years as the Head of Political and Social Research for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. During his tenure, he was at the forefront of modernising research methods, transitioning the industry away from traditional, dry data towards engaging, story-led analysis that maintains high levels of accuracy. His expertise extends across the political and economic landscapes of numerous international territories. Twyman is recognised for his ability to uncover surprising connections within data, whether examining the impact of government legislation or the subtle nuances of voter behaviour. He regularly contributes his analysis to major broadcasters including the BBC, Sky News, CNN and ITV, providing clarity on how the phrasing of poll questions can influence the outcomes of closely fought elections and referendums. Beyond his commercial work, he holds several academic positions, including his role as a visiting professor at the University of Sheffield and a research fellow at the University of Manchester. He also teaches research methodology at the University of Essex and has lectured at the University of Cambridge. Audiences book Joe Twyman for his unique ability to translate complex statistical trends into compelling narratives that explain the shifting realities of the modern world. On stage, Joe Twyman is best known for talks on Reputation 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 Business & Consulting and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Joe Twyman 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, Joe Twyman 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 Joe Twyman would approach your audience.