Martin Schulz

Martin Schulz is a distinguished German statesman who currently serves as the Chairman of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. His career is defined by a deep commitment to European integration and democratic values, having served as the President of the European Parliament for two consecutive terms. During his tenure, he navigated the European Union through the complexities of the global financial crisis, overseeing critical austerity measures and the stabilisation of the continent's banking sector. Before his ascent to the European presidency, he was the leader of the Social Democratic Party of Germany and directed one of the most established political groups within the European legislature. His political journey began in local governance, where he transitioned from a bookseller to become one of the youngest mayors in Germany's primary economic heartlands. Throughout his legislative career, he has been a staunch advocate for social justice, employment rights, and environmental reform. A proponent of a more integrated and sovereign European federation, he frequently addresses the structural evolution of the European Union as a supranational system and the necessity of a unified continental parliament to maintain stability in a shifting geopolitical landscape. On the international stage, Martin offers profound analysis regarding the risks posed by populism and the rise of the far right. He provides audiences with an expert perspective on foreign policy, security, and the future of the multi-border economy. Organisations book him for his unparalleled understanding of the European project and his ability to articulate the strategic advantages of political and economic unification in an era of global uncertainty. On stage, Martin Schulz is best known for talks on 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. Martin Schulz is regularly booked for Conference Speaker and 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 Germany, Martin Schulz 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 Martin Schulz would approach your audience.