Adair Turner is a highly respected academic and businessman, with over four decades of expertise in the finance and public sectors. As a former Chairman of the Financial Services Authority, Chairman of the Pensions Commission, and Chairman of the Committee on Climate Change, Adair has significantly shaped British financial and environmental policy. These roles, coupled with his extensive experience in both public service and the private sector, have made him a sought-after speaker on economic, financial, and climate-related topics. His career achievements were recognised in 2005 when he was made a Life Peer and awarded the title Baron Turner of Ecchinswell.
Adair’s early career began with a strong academic foundation in economics at Cambridge University. After completing his studies, he joined the corporate world, initially working with BP and Chase Manhattan Bank. His career flourished when he became Director of McKinsey & Co in 1994, quickly establishing himself as a leader in the financial services industry. His expertise led to pivotal roles, including Director-General of the Confederation of British Industry from 1995 to 1999, where he represented UK businesses in government decisions and policy formation.
In recent years, Adair has remained at the forefront of both financial and environmental policy. He served as Chairman of the Institute for New Economic Thinking and published the influential book “Between Debt and the Devil: Money, Credit, and Fixing Global Finance” in 2016. Adair has also been instrumental in key global initiatives such as the Global Apollo Programme, aimed at reducing the cost of carbon-free energy, and continues to shape discussions on economic and environmental challenges.
Adair’s combination of deep expertise in finance and policy, alongside his leadership in tackling climate change, makes him a highly sought-after speaker. Organisations hire him for his ability to offer clear, actionable insights into complex issues such as economic trends, financial regulation, and environmental sustainability, making him an invaluable resource for corporate audiences.
