Piers Linney

Piers Linney is a prominent British businessman and investor whose diverse career encompasses corporate finance law, investment banking and venture capital. Recognised widely for his tenure as a panellist on the BBC's Dragons' Den, he holds the record for the programme’s most successful financial exit through his investment in the publishing firm Wonderbly. Currently, he serves as the co-founder of Implement AI, an award-winning consultancy that assists organisations in adopting artificial intelligence to revolutionise their internal systems and drive growth. Starting his journey as a solicitor at SJ Berwin before moving to Credit Suisse, Piers has gone on to build and lead resilient companies within the technology, media and manufacturing sectors. He is the co-founder and Chairman of Atherton Bikes, a brand that utilises advanced 3D printing to create world-class mountain bikes used by gold-medal-winning athletes. Beyond his private ventures, he has influenced national economic policy as a former non-executive director of the British Business Bank, where he supported the distribution of billions in funding for small and medium-sized enterprises. Piers is a dedicated advocate for inclusive leadership and social mobility, having been featured on the Financial Times list of the top 100 minority ethnic leaders in technology. As a member of Sky’s Diversity Advisory Council, he provides expert guidance on how representation fosters innovation in the modern workplace. He is highly sought after for his ability to break down the complexities of digital disruption and provide a clear roadmap for businesses looking to scale in an era of rapid technological change. On stage, Piers Linney is best known for talks on Innovation, Business Competitiveness and Leadership. 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, Entrepreneurship and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Piers Linney 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 UK, Piers Linney 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 Piers Linney would approach your audience.