Journalist
Author
Finance
Economist
Podcast

David McWilliams - Speaker

David McWilliams | PepTalk Expert Speaker
David McWilliams | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Economics
Critical Thinking
Global Economy

David McWilliams

Transform your understanding of global economic trends and make informed decisions with David McWilliams, speaker, renowned economist and author.
Economics
Critical Thinking
Global Economy
David McWilliams
Transform your understanding of global economic trends and make informed decisions with David McWilliams, speaker, renowned economist and author.
Get a Quote
David's presentation was perfectly pitched and brought exactly what we had hoped…delivered with wit and intelligence in an engaging and entertaining style. | | Invesco Perpetual | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-13dee4aed5b15799fd7ef8916f76731c-hv6udehp.png
This is some text inside of a div block.
David McWilliams | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Send us a Request
Exit
David McWilliams | PepTalk Expert Speaker
David McWilliams | PepTalk Expert Speaker
David McWilliams
Dublin, Ireland
Book David McWilliams
Chat Now
Chat live to our team
Email
david.mcwilliams@getapeptalk.com

David McWilliams | Speaker Biography

About David McWilliams

Coined the term Celtic Tiger
Predicted 2008 global financial crash
Founder of Kilkenomics, economics and comedy festival
David McWilliams is a well-known Irish economist, writer, journalist, and broadcaster. He started his career at the Central Bank of Ireland and later worked in London as a senior European economist at UBS and led Emerging Markets research at Banque Nationale de Paris. This background gave him a deep understanding of global economic trends. David is famous for coining the term "Celtic Tiger" to describe Ireland's rapid economic growth in the 1990s. He also warned about potential risks, predicting a recession by 2005 and a housing market bubble similar to those in Boston and Thailand. Initially seen as alarmist, his warnings about the Irish housing market bubble were later proven correct. Since 1999, David has been a prominent figure in Irish media as a broadcaster and economic commentator. He has written five best-selling books, including "The Pope's Children" and "Renaissance Nation," which aim to simplify complex economic ideas for the public.
Internationally, David is recognized for his accurate economic predictions, being the only Irish economist to foresee the strong UK Brexit vote, Donald Trump's victory, and the 2008 global financial crash. He is regarded as one of the most influential economists in the world and is a Young Global Leader with the World Economic Forum. As a keynote speaker, David makes economics engaging and has participated in Google’s Zeitgeist conference. With over 238,000 followers, he is one of the most followed economists globally. He has also created award-winning documentaries and a successful economics stand-up show at Ireland’s Abbey Theatre. David founded Kilkenomics, the world’s only economics and stand-up comedy festival, and the Dalkey Book Festival. He is an adjunct professor of global economics at Trinity College Dublin, writes a weekly column for The Irish Times, and offers an online course titled "Economics without Boundaries." His animated series, "Punk Economics," has received over 2.5 million views. Contact the PepTalk team today for fee information and a speaker availability check.

Want to book David McWilliams for your next event?  

Email david.mcwilliams@getapeptalk.com, 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.

Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to David McWilliams directly.

What topics does David McWilliams specialise in?  

David McWilliams specialises in talking about economics, media commentary, public engagement and more.

What is David McWilliams's speaking style like?  

David delivers engaging and entertaining presentations, expertly blending wit and intelligence. His speeches resonate well with audiences, enhancing the profile of events and leaving a lasting impression. AI summary based on real event feedback.

Does David McWilliams offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, David McWilliams offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book David McWilliams?

Book David McWilliams to inspire your team with engaging insights on global economics. His unique ability to simplify complex concepts makes him a compelling speaker, ensuring your audience leaves informed, entertained, and ready to tackle economic challenges.
Book Speaker
See David In Action
Words of Praise from others about
David McWilliams
David's presentation was perfectly pitched and brought exactly what we had hoped…delivered with wit and intelligence in an engaging and entertaining style. | | Invesco Perpetual | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-13dee4aed5b15799fd7ef8916f76731c-hv6udehp.png
David's speech was fantastic and very well received by the audience. Many thanks to you and your team for assisting us in organising this wonderful conference. | Bank Muscat | Bank Muscat |
The Event was remarkably successful with over 600 attendees … David's participation certainly enhanced the profile of our line-up of international speakers. | | National Bank of Abu Dhabi |
This is some text inside of a div block.
| | |
David's presentation was perfectly pitched and brought exactly what we had hoped…delivered with wit and intelligence in an engaging and entertaining style. | | Invesco Perpetual | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-13dee4aed5b15799fd7ef8916f76731c-hv6udehp.png
| | |
David's presentation was perfectly pitched and brought exactly what we had hoped…delivered with wit and intelligence in an engaging and entertaining style. | | Invesco Perpetual | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-13dee4aed5b15799fd7ef8916f76731c-hv6udehp.png

Book 

David McWilliams
Choose the best date and time for your team and request it now.
Your details:
Event details:
In-Person In-Person
Virtual Virtual
Not Sure
Calendar
Budget
1k to 2k
3k to 5k
6k to 10k
11k to 25k
26k to 50k
51k to 99k
100k+
Not sure yet
Other ways to book:
Chat Now
Chat live to our team
Similar Speakers
See All Speakers
No items found.

Trusted by leading companies

EY
Oracle
Capgemini
Astrazeneca
MoetHennessy
HSBC
BT
SocieteGenerale
Fujitsu
Estee Lauder
Qualtrics
Coca-Cola
Mercedes-Benz
Publicis Groupe
Santander
Kingfisher
Domestic & General
Mayer Brown
Blackbaud Logo
Cisco Logo

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking a speaker
How do I book a speaker for my event?
Have all the speakers on the website previously worked with PepTalk?
Can I request a speaker to send a personal greeting?
How much do speakers and comedians cost?
How does PepTalk work? Is there a charge?
Why work with PepTalk?
What are PepTalk workshops?
How can I report an issue or make changes to an expert profile?

Book this PepTalk

Choose the best date and time for your team and request it now.
Your details:
Event details:
In-Person In-Person
Virtual Virtual
Not Sure
Calendar
Participant
0 to 50
50 to 100
100 to 150
150 to 200
200 to 250
250+
Other ways to book:
Chat Now
Chat live to our team