Sacha RomanovitchFormer CEO of Grant Thornton and Pioneer for Inclusive Business Leadership

Sacha Romanovitch is a distinguished leader who made history as the first woman to lead a major UK accountancy firm. During her tenure as CEO of Grant Thornton, she spearheaded the modernisation of the professional services sector by embedding a culture of shared enterprise and diverse talent. Her strategic shift away from traditional academic entry requirements allowed the organisation to foster a more inclusive and innovative workforce, prioritising long-term purpose alongside commercial success. Following her time in the accounting sector, Sacha took on the role of leading Fair4All Finance, a non-profit dedicated to addressing systemic financial challenges. Her extensive portfolio includes serving as a Non-Executive Director for Leapfrog Investments and the Association of British Insurers, as well as chairing the Commission for Healthier Working Lives. She has been a vital contributor to national initiatives, including the Levelling Up Advisory Council and the Inclusive Economy Partnership, where she influenced policy on financial inclusion and mental health. As a speaker, Sacha provides an authoritative perspective on how modern organisations can implement robust strategies that align profit with social impact. Her sessions offer deep expertise on cultural transformation and the development of future-ready leaders, making her a compelling choice for audiences seeking to navigate the complexities of contemporary corporate responsibility. On stage, Sacha Romanovitch is best known for talks on Regulation, Change Management, Diversity & Inclusion and Strategy. 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 Leadership & Coaching, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Sacha Romanovitch 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, Sacha Romanovitch 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 Sacha Romanovitch would approach your audience.