Jim O’Neill is a leading economist, widely known as the founder of the term BRIC, MIKT and MINT. Throughout his career, Jim has worked for several top banking firms building a strong knowledge of finance, economics and banking which he now covers as a public speaker. Jim is best known for the time he spent serving as the Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management and as the Commercial Secretary to the Treasury, a prominent member of the Conservative Government during David Cameron’s tenure.
Jim first began his journey in the world of economics after he obtained both a BA and MA in Economics studying at Sheffield University. Jim has also achieved a PhD in economics, a testament to his prowess in the subject. After his studies, Jim joined the banking sector initially working for the firm Bank of America. Finding his feet in banking, Jim has since worked as an economist at the Marine Midland Bank, the head of the Fixed Income Research Group at the Swiss Bank Corporation and the Head of Global Economics Research for Goldman Sachs. His most memorable banking position was as the Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, something that he speaks confidently about as a speaker.
Back in 2013, Jim retired from working at Goldman Sachs and later went on to become the Commercial Secretary to the Treasury. This role allowed Jim to build a great knowledge of international economies, with his responsibilities including reinvigorating trade with the country of China. Jim has also shared his commitments with many advisory boards, including the International Advisory Board of the Centre of Rising Powers, the QFINANCE Strategic Advisory Board and the Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership Advisory Board of which he is the chairman. Currently, Jim is also working as the Chairman of the Council of Chatham House, at the Royal Institute of International Affairs.
Appointed Life Peer, Baron O’Neill of Gatley, Jim is a highly respected individual who has left his mark on the economical sector. Awarded an honorary degree from the University of Sheffield and the University of London, Jim is a leading authority highly sought as a public speaker to cover a range of financial and economical topics. Having formerly chaired the Cities Growth Commission and performed speeches on antimicrobial resistance, Jim is a seasoned speaker perfect for corporate events. Covering topics such as cryptocurrencies, global economies, asset management, emerging markets and international finance, Jim O’Neill is the ideal speaker to bring understanding to complex topics.
