Noreena Hertz is a globally renowned economist, celebrated for her expertise in economics, technology, politics, and societal issues. She is widely recognised for her pioneering research on AI, the evolving needs of the post-millennial generation, and the role of community in economic resilience. As a motivational speaker, Noreena captivates audiences with her profound insights, guiding leaders, individuals, and organisations towards strategic innovation and success. Recognised by The Observer as 'one of the world’s leading thinkers' and by Vogue as 'one of the world’s most inspiring women', Noreena stands out as a true luminary in her field, making her a highly sought-after speaker.
Noreena's academic journey is as impressive as her professional career. She earned a PhD from the University of Cambridge and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. After spending a decade as a Fellow at the University of Cambridge, she transitioned to University College London in 2014, where she has since served as an Honorary Professor at University College London’s Institute for Global Prosperity. In this role, Noreena has delved into the intersections of geopolitics, economics, behavioural economics, big data, and decision-making, while also focusing on future consumer trends. Her advisory roles on boards such as Citigroup’s Politics and Economics Global Advisory Board, the Inclusive Capitalism Taskforce’s Advisory Group, and RWE’s Digital Transformation Board further highlight her influence and expertise. Her research and strategic insights even played a pivotal role in inspiring Bono’s Product (Red) initiative.
An accomplished author, Noreena Hertz has penned bestsellers including The Silent Takeover, The Debt Threat, and Eyes Wide Open, which have been translated into more than twenty languages and published in multiple countries. Her latest book, The Lonely Century: A Call to Reconnect, was lauded by The Daily Telegraph, Wired, and El Mundo as a book of the year. Beyond her literary achievements, Noreena serves on the boards of prestigious Nasdaq-listed companies such as Warner Music Group and Mattel, where she chairs the Governance and Social Responsibility Committee. She also contributes her expertise to the HR Tech Company, Workhuman.
Noreena's keynote speeches have graced platforms like TED and The World Economic Forum in Davos, as well as Google Zeitgeist, where she has delivered compelling talks on the intersection of technology, economics, and societal change. She has shared platforms with renowned figures such as President Bill Clinton, Professor Stephen Hawking, and Jane Goodall, bringing her economic foresight to some of the world’s most influential discussions. Her insightful opinion pieces regularly appear in prominent publications like The New York Times and The Guardian, as well as The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Die Zeit, El Pais, and The South China Morning Post.
She also makes frequent television appearances on flagship programmes such as CBS’ This Morning, BBC’s Question Time, and NHK’s Global Debate. In addition to her media presence, she has produced and hosted four television documentaries, hosted her show on Sirius XM, and served as the economics editor for ITV. Noreena Hertz is a visionary thinker whose presentations on economics, technology, strategy, and innovation inspire and motivate audiences worldwide. Hire Noreena Hertz today to transform your event with her unparalleled expertise and dynamic presence.
In June 2024 we sat down with Noreena Hertz to discuss how loneliness affect our society, the global trends AI is leading us to and how “Loneliness is as bad for our physical health as smoking fifteen cigarettes a day,”. Watch our Exclusive Interview with Noreena Hertz on the Motivational Speakers YouTube Channel.
