Chris Skinner

Chris Skinner

Keynote Speaker: Independent Commentator on the Financial Markets; Blog at Financser

Chris Skinner Biography

Chris Skinner is best known as an independent commentator on the financial markets through his blog the Finanser. Here he regularly discusses key issues and opportunities in banking and financial services, summarising research, white papers and other analysis that is topical for the day.

When he’s not travelling and delivering keynote speeches, Chris chairs the Financial Services Club, which he founded in 2004. The Financial Services Club is a network for financial professionals, and focuses on the future of financial services through the delivery of high quality and in-depth research, analysis, commentary and debate. The Club has regular meetings in London, Edinburgh, Dublin and Vienna, providing a critically independent platform for practitioners, regulators and industry leaders to meet, network and discuss the future of our industry. Chris is also Chief Executive of Balatro Ltd, and a co-founder of the website Shaping Tomorrow.

He is the author of several books including "The Future of Banking", “The Future of Finance after SEPA” and "The Future of Investing after MiFID”; and regularly appears on news media including the BBC, Sky, Bloomberg and print media such as the Banker with his informed views.

Chris is known for his regular speaking and keynote presentations at leading industry forums. Through these keynotes, he has presented alongside many other leading world figures including Gary Hamel, Michael Porter, Richard Branson, Lou Gerstner, Meg Whitman and Bill Gates. He has also been a Judge with the Card Awards, the TradeTech Awards, the Banker’s Awards, the Asian Banker's Excellence in Retail Financial Services program, and a contributor to the World Economic Forum.

Prior to founding Balatro, Chris was Vice President of Marketing and Strategy for Unisys Global Financial Services and Strategy Director with NCR Financial Services. These roles sparked Chris’s specialization in the future of financial services after he created the Global Future Forum in Unisys and the Knowledge Lab in NCR.

He studied at Loughborough University in the UK, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Sciences alongside a Diploma in Industrial Studies. He is a Fellow of the British Computer Society, a Fellow of the Institute of Management Services, an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and a Chartered Insurance Practitioner.

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Chris Skinner Videos

Chris Skinner - Author, ValueWeb and CEO The Finanser - YouTube
One of many interviews for Bloomberg TV
One of many interwievs for Bloomberg TV

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Chris Skinner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Inspirational, Innovation, Sales, Futurism, Creativity, Finance, Technology, Business Leadership, News & Media, Customer Experience, Marketing, Networking, Publishing, Economy, E-Commerce, Internet, Blogging, Relationships, Communication, Political, Social Media and Strategic Leadership.

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Chris Skinner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Inspirational and Innovation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Skinner for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Chris Skinner generally travels from Westminster, London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Christi Tasker, Jim Carroll and Igor Beuker. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Skinner for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/09/2024.

Chris Skinner Videos

Chris Skinner - Author, ValueWeb and CEO The Finanser - YouTube
One of many interviews for Bloomberg TV
One of many interwievs for Bloomberg TV
  • How do I book Chris Skinner to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Skinner for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Skinner, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Skinner or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Skinner for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Skinner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Skinner, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chris Skinner speak about?

  • Where does Chris Skinner travel from?

    Chris Skinner generally travels from Westminster, London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Skinner?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Skinner for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Skinner for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Skinner or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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