Inspiring audiences with commercially sharp, purpose-led keynotes and panel and podcast contributions

Conferences, industry summits, and executive offsites need perspectives that bridge ambitious vision with pragmatic commercial execution. Jonny Bann delivers engaging, insightful talks focused on sustainable growth, hospitality reinvention, membership dynamics, and regenerative business models. By drawing on real-world leadership experience, Jonny moves past buzzwords to provide audiences with actionable takeaways, fresh commercial viewpoints, and thoughtful provocations.

Thought-provoking talks designed for industry conferences, executive retreats, and leadership forums

Keynote presentations

Engaging, high-impact keynote talks tailored to your event's central theme. Topics include the future of experience-led hospitality, building sustainable revenue in purpose-driven brands, and evolving business models for regenerative ventures.

Panel discussions and moderation

Bringing incisive commercial insight and engaging dialogue to panel sessions. Jonny contributes as an expert panellist or hosts intelligent, balanced conversations that challenge assumptions and engage audiences.

Executive workshops and offsites

Interactive, structured sessions designed for leadership teams and boards. These bespoke workshops focus on unlocking commercial clarity, exploring strategic diversification, and aligning commercial goals with purpose.

Industry podcasts roundtables and fireside chats

Intimate, high-level discussions tailored for investors, founders, and industry leaders seeking nuanced debate on market trends, consumer behaviour, and destination development.

"...His breadth of experience in hospitality means he can wear many hats when it comes to building new revenue streams..."

Frequently Asked Questions About Speaking Opportunities

What topics does Jonny Bann speak about?

Jonny Bann speaks about commercial growth, hospitality, wedding venues, rural diversification, destination development, leadership and business strategy. His talks and panel contributions draw on more than 20 years of experience across hospitality, venues, events and membership organisations, with a focus on practical lessons businesses can apply.

Is Jonny Bann available to speak at hospitality conferences and industry events?

Jonny Bann welcomes relevant speaking opportunities at hospitality conferences, wedding industry events, rural diversification gatherings, business growth events and leadership forums. Contributions can include talks, panel discussions, roundtables and facilitated conversations, depending on the event's subject, audience and format.

Can Jonny Bann take part in podcast interviews?

Yes. Jonny is open to podcast interviews and industry conversations covering hospitality, commercial growth, venue performance, rural diversification and business leadership. He brings an honest, practical perspective informed by real commercial experience, helping audiences explore the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today.

What experience does Jonny Bann bring as a speaker?

Jonny has 20 years of experience across hospitality, venues, events and membership organisations, including senior commercial leadership and managing director responsibilities. His experience includes helping grow annual revenue at a members club year over year, developing successful venue businesses taking one from 200k to 3million+ and supporting multi-site hospitality expansion from 8 sites to 17. He draws on these experiences to share practical commercial insights rather than purely theoretical advice.

Can Jonny speak about wedding venue growth and rural diversification?

Yes. These are key areas of his commercial expertise. Jonny can discuss improving wedding enquiry conversion, developing venue revenue, assessing the commercial potential of rural land and buildings, and identifying diversification opportunities before significant investment is committed. These subjects are particularly relevant to venue owners, estate managers, farmers and rural business audiences.

What makes Jonny Bann's speaking approach different?

Jonny's approach is honest, hands-on and grounded in the realities of running and growing businesses. He combines strategic thinking with practical experience, sharing lessons about what works, what can go wrong and how businesses can make better commercial decisions. His aim is to give audiences useful perspectives and actionable ideas, not simply inspiration without a plan.

How do I book Jonny Bann for an event or panel?

To enquire about a speaking engagement, panel discussion or podcast interview, email info@jonnybannconsultancy.co.uk. Include details of your event or programme, the audience, the proposed topic, the date and the format. Jonny can then discuss the opportunity, suitability and any requirements, including fees and travel.