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Steven Bartlett is a British entrepreneur, investor, author, and the host of Europe’s number one podcast, ‘The Diary of a CEO’. He rose to wider prominence as the youngest-ever Dragon on BBC’s Dragons’ Den, where his fresh perspective and entrepreneurial insight won over audiences and aspiring founders alike. Recognised as one of the UK’s most dynamic and influential business voices, he has inspired millions through his unfiltered conversations with leaders, innovators, and changemakers. His reputation as a forward-thinking founder and thought leader has made him a sought-after keynote speaker, valued for his ability to connect with audiences on entrepreneurship, leadership, personal growth, and the future of business.
Steven’s journey began when, at just 22, he founded The Social Chain, a pioneering social media marketing agency that went on to become a globally recognised public company. His instinct for spotting cultural trends, combined with an entrepreneurial drive, quickly distinguished him as one of Britain’s brightest talents. Within a few short years, he was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Digital Entrepreneur of the Year, later securing a place on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. These milestones provided the foundation for his evolution from a disruptive founder into a multi-faceted entrepreneur, investor, and cultural commentator.
In recent years, Steven has expanded his portfolio through ambitious ventures and landmark achievements. He co-founded Thirdweb, a platform enabling developers to build next-generation Web3 applications, and launched the Flight Story Fund, backing innovative companies in biotech, blockchain, and space. His podcast has become a cultural phenomenon, surpassing 100 million downloads and being recognised by Amazon and iHeart/Audible as one of the world’s best. His debut book topped the Sunday Times bestseller list, while his high-profile investments include Huel, ZOE, and WHOOP. Beyond business, he has worked with Vodafone, the Ministry of Defence, and His Majesty’s Prison Service to use his platform for impact, while also lending his support to Prince William’s Homewards initiative.
Audiences hire Steven because he embodies the modern entrepreneur: bold, relatable, and unafraid to challenge convention. His story of building from nothing to global influence resonates across industries, while his insights into leadership, technology, and personal development are practical, inspiring, and thought-provoking. Whether speaking to executives, students, or policymakers, Steven leaves his audiences energised, informed, and ready to act.
Steven Bartlett is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“The audience appeared to really enjoy the fireside chat. I’m hoping to receive the feedback from our survey at any time, so can send you any comments. Personally, I thought Steven gave very helpful and interesting replies to the questions, especially about happiness which I really liked as this is often overlooked! I thought he did a great job for us.”
“The event was everything and more than we hoped! Feedback immediately after and since has been that it was the best event they had attended. Steven and his team were absolutely fantastic, so accommodating, so friendly and it really was a pleasure to host them at 25 Bank Street, and even better that we were able to make it happen in person – something I think we all agreed was absolutely worth it. For Steven himself, what can I say… he exceeded even the very highest expectations we had for him – so intelligent and inspiring with his wisdom, but also so generous with his time. He genuinely had a huge impact on the audience and I know people will be talking about this event for a long time! Thanks again for your partnership as always!”
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