Rt Hon Lord (William) Hague

Lord Hague of Richmond stands as one of the most distinguished figures in British public life, with a political career spanning over three decades. During his tenure as Foreign Secretary, he navigated an exceptionally volatile era of global affairs, managing the UK's response to conflicts in Libya, Syria, and Ukraine. His leadership extended to overseeing two of Britain's intelligence agencies and expanding the nation's diplomatic footprint with a specific focus on international trade and exports. Beyond his frontline ministerial roles, he served as First Secretary of State and Leader of the House of Commons, following twenty-six years as the Member of Parliament for Richmond. A graduate of the University of Oxford and INSEAD, William began his professional journey in management consultancy before his rapid ascent in politics. He is now the Chancellor of the University of Oxford and a regular columnist for The Times. As an award-winning historian and bestselling author, he combines intellectual depth with a celebrated ability for storytelling. His work beyond Westminster includes serving as the Chair of United for Wildlife and formerly chairing The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales. Drawing on his first-hand experience alongside world leaders and his role in negotiating the 2010 coalition government, William provides a masterclass in strategy and geopolitical risk. He offers audiences a profound understanding of how demographic shifts, technological advancements, and economic trends shape the modern world. His sessions are highly sought after for their blend of high-level diplomatic expertise, sharp wit, and a command of global leadership dynamics. On stage, Rt Hon Lord (William) Hague is best known for talks on Emerging Markets, Risk & Risk Management, Politics & Geopolitics, Leadership 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 Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Rt Hon Lord (William) Hague is regularly booked for Business Speaker 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, Rt Hon Lord (William) Hague 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 Rt Hon Lord (William) Hague would approach your audience.