Tina Brown is a renowned journalist, editor, author, and media entrepreneur. She has led some of the most influential publications in the world, shaping the landscape of modern journalism. As the founder of Tina Brown Live Media and the Women in the World Summit, she has created platforms that amplify voices and drive meaningful conversations on global issues.
Her editorial career began with a transformative tenure at Tatler, before moving on to Vanity Fair. As editor-in-chief, she reinvigorated the publication, making it a powerhouse of investigative journalism and cultural commentary. She later took the helm of The New Yorker, bringing a fresh perspective to the esteemed publication. In 2008, she launched The Daily Beast, an innovative digital news platform that won multiple awards for its incisive reporting and analysis.
Beyond journalism, Tina has authored several critically acclaimed books, including The Diana Chronicles, a best-selling biography of the Princess of Wales, and The Palace Papers, an in-depth look at the modern British monarchy. Her memoir, The Vanity Fair Diaries, was widely praised and named one of the best books of the year by multiple major publications.
Tina’s influence extends beyond the written word. In 2009, she founded Women in the World, a live journalism platform that brought together global leaders, activists, and changemakers to discuss pressing societal issues. The summit attracted figures such as Hillary Clinton, Queen Rania, and Nobel Prize laureates, expanding internationally with events in London, Toronto, Dubai, and Delhi.
For her contributions to journalism, she was named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) and inducted into the Magazine Editors’ Hall of Fame. Her work continues to shape public discourse, making her a sought-after speaker on media, leadership, and cultural change.