Naomi Timperley

Speaking & Moderating

A recognised voice in innovation, AI and ecosystems.

Naomi Timperley FRSA is one of the UK's most recognised voices in innovation, entrepreneurship and regional technology ecosystems.

Naomi Timperley speaking on stage

A regular keynote speaker, moderator, podcast guest and media commentator, Naomi has spent the last 15 years bringing together founders, investors, universities, corporates and government to explore how innovation, AI and entrepreneurship can drive meaningful growth and impact.

Recognised as Computer Weekly's Most Influential Woman in UK Tech 2025, Naomi is known for combining strategic insight with honest, human and commercially grounded conversations that resonate with audiences across business, technology, academia and the public sector.

Spoken at & featured by

TEDxBBCChannel 4Global Tech AdvocatesLondon Tech WeekUK Tech WeekLeeds Digital FestivalProlific NorthDigital LeadersBusinessCloudDigital City FestivalThe Business DeskInsider MediaClimbDiversity UKTEDxBBCChannel 4Global Tech AdvocatesLondon Tech WeekUK Tech WeekLeeds Digital FestivalProlific NorthDigital LeadersBusinessCloudDigital City FestivalThe Business DeskInsider MediaClimbDiversity UK

Topics Naomi speaks on

Conversations that shape ecosystems, not just events.

01

Innovation Ecosystems & Regional Growth

How regions build sustainable innovation ecosystems that connect founders, universities, investors and government.

02

AI, Innovation & The Future of Work

Practical conversations around AI adoption, leadership, culture and opportunity.

03

Founder Growth & Scaling Challenges

The realities of scaling businesses, founder identity, growth pressure and leadership.

04

Women in Tech & Inclusive Innovation

Creating more inclusive and representative innovation ecosystems.

05

Partnerships, Community & Ecosystem Building

How meaningful collaboration creates long-term impact.

06

Human Leadership in a Digital World

Resilience, confidence, rebuilding after adversity and leading through uncertainty.

Media & Commentary

Featured across national and regional media.

Naomi is regularly featured across national and regional media discussing innovation, entrepreneurship, AI, scale-up growth and the future of regional ecosystems.

  • BBC Breakfast
  • BBC Panorama
  • BBC World Service
  • Channel 4
  • BBC Morning Live
  • BBC Radio
  • Entrepreneur UK
  • Computer Weekly
  • The Independent
  • The Guardian
  • BusinessCloud
  • Prolific North
  • Insider Media
  • The Business Desk

Moderation & Hosting

Intelligent, energetic, commercially grounded conversations.

Alongside keynote speaking, Naomi is an experienced moderator and host known for creating intelligent, energetic and commercially grounded conversations.

She regularly chairs panels, roundtables and live discussions across innovation, technology, AI, entrepreneurship and leadership, balancing strategic insight with warmth, curiosity and audience engagement.

Particularly skilled at

  • Founder and investor conversations
  • Innovation and ecosystem discussions
  • AI and future-of-work panels
  • Cross-sector collaboration conversations
  • Leadership and growth discussions
  • Making complex topics accessible and engaging

Enquiries

Naomi is available for:

  • Keynote speaking
  • Moderation & hosting
  • Fireside chats
  • Podcasts
  • Leadership events
  • Innovation summits
  • University events
  • Founder programmes
  • Board and executive discussions
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