Keynote speaker
Lou SandersAward-Winning Stand-Up Comedian and Television Personality
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Lou Sanders
Lou Sanders is an acclaimed British comedian known for her distinct and eccentric performance style. A former champion of the hit series Taskmaster, she has established herself as a mainstay of UK television, co-hosting the comedy programme Unforgivable alongside Mel Giedroyc. Her extensive list of credits includes high-profile appearances on Live at the Apollo, QI, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, and Would I Lie to You?, as well as an international guest spot on The Late Late Show with James Corden.
Beyond her television work, Sanders is a prolific live performer who has toured her solo shows to audiences across the globe. Her work has received significant critical acclaim, with publications such as The Guardian, The Evening Standard, and The Scotsman regularly featuring her in their lists of must-see comedic talent. She further engages her audience through her podcast, The Cuddle Club, and her candid memoir, What's That Lady Doing?, which explores her personal history with humour and honesty.
Organisations book Lou Sanders for her sharp wit and her ability to bring an unpredictable, high-energy presence to any event. Her vast experience across broadcast media and live stages makes her a versatile and engaging choice for corporate audiences and awards ceremonies.
On stage, Lou Sanders is best known for talks on Comedy and Entertainment. 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 Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Lou Sanders is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner 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, Lou Sanders 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 Lou Sanders would approach your audience.
Speaking topics
Industries
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Lou Sanders?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Lou's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Lou Sanders cost to book?
- Lou Sanders sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Lou Sanders speak on?
- Lou speaks on Comedy, Entertainment.
- What languages does Lou Sanders present in?
- Lou presents in English.
- Where is Lou Sanders based?
- Lou is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
Before you book
Considering Lou Sanders? Read these first.
On the day
The run-of-show that keeps speakers happy
The small things, green room snacks, an intro that lands, AV that works. Don't leave anything to chance.
Read guide →Pitfalls
Red flags when booking a speaker
The warning signs in pitches, contracts and rider asks that separate a smooth booking from a six-week saga.
Read guide →The brief
How to brief a speaker properly
A one-page brief, written once, saves a fortnight of back-and-forth. Here's exactly what a speaker needs from you before they say yes.
Read guide →