Brent Hoberman is a pioneering British entrepreneur who transforms digital concepts into billion-dollar businesses while guiding organizations through technological disruption and innovation challenges.
As co-founder of lastminute.com, Brent led the company to a $1.1 billion acquisition by Sabre in 2005. He currently serves as executive chairman of Founders Factory, a venture studio and accelerator, and co-founded firstminute capital, a $270 million seed fund backed by over 80 unicorn founders. His advisory roles span Google Cloud, the UK Government Digital Service, and the World Economic Forum's Digital Europe Group.
Brent helps organizations navigate digital transformation by identifying emerging technologies with commercial potential and implementing effective corporate-startup collaboration models. His experience building and scaling multiple ventures provides practical frameworks for established companies seeking to foster innovation cultures while maintaining operational excellence in rapidly evolving markets.
Audiences gain actionable strategies for identifying disruptive opportunities within their industries, practical approaches to building innovation ecosystems that drive growth, and insights into future technology trends reshaping business landscapes. Brent's presentations blend entrepreneurial wisdom with corporate governance perspective.
Book Brent Hoberman for a rare combination of entrepreneurial vision and practical implementation expertise that transforms how organizations approach innovation.
How can I book Brent Hoberman for my next event?
Email brent.hoberman@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Brent Hoberman available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Brent Hoberman's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Brent directly.
What topics does Brent Hoberman specialise in?
Brent Hoberman specialises in discussing entrepreneurship, venture capital, technology innovation and more.
What is Brent Hoberman's speaking style like?
Brent delivers thoroughly enjoyable presentations, sharing great stories and practical insights. His engaging style blends entrepreneurial wisdom with actionable strategies, making complex topics accessible and inspiring for business audiences.
Does Brent Hoberman offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Brent Hoberman offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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