Patrick Grant

Patrick Grant is a renowned Scottish clothier and businessman who has significantly shaped the landscape of modern British tailoring. As the director of Community Clothing and the textile manufacturer Cookson & Clegg, he is a tireless advocate for domestic production and ethical manufacturing. His work in revitalising the historic Savile Row tailor Norton & Sons and relaunching E. Tautz earned him the title of Menswear Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards. In 2025, his contribution to industry and education was further recognised when he was installed as the Chancellor of Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh. A prominent media personality, Patrick has been a judge on the BBC’s The Great British Sewing Bee since 2013 and presented the documentary Coronation Tailors: Fit for a King. His Sunday Times bestselling book, Less, highlights his dedication to circular fashion and reduced consumption, reflecting a philosophy he has shared on the TED stage and as an ambassador for The King’s Foundation. His professional background is supported by a degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Leeds and an MBA from the University of Oxford. International brands including Cartier, BMW and Rolls-Royce have sought his expertise in craftsmanship and quality. Patrick is frequently booked for his unique perspective on the intersection of traditional heritage and modern innovation, offering audiences a profound understanding of sustainable business practices and the future of the retail industry. On stage, Patrick Grant is best known for talks on Innovation. 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 Arts & Culture, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability & Environment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Patrick Grant is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Awards Hosts, 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, Patrick Grant 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 Patrick Grant would approach your audience.