Curated Voices That Inspire Real Change.
Speakers
Every speaker at The Plug Summit is chosen with intention, to deliver insight that’s relatable, practical, and transformative
We’re bringing together top voices that young people trust, from founders to creators to early-career professionals who are already breaking barriers.
Speaker Categories
Corporate Leaders
Inside the rooms where decisions are made, real insight into navigating corporate pathways, accelerating growth, and standing out in professional environments.
Established Founders
Lessons from founders, investors, and operators building high-growth businesses. what it really takes to start, scale, and sustain momentum.
Gen Z Role Models
A new wave of Gen Z talent redefining the playbook, building careers, brands and opportunities in today’s fast-moving world.
Influencers & Creators
Creators and influencers revealing how to stand out, build influence, and grow a personal brand in today’s attention-driven world.
Our Speaker Lineup
Hosted by Santina Bunting
Award-winning apprentice, public speaker, and recognised young leader shaping the future of apprenticeships. Santina brings energy, clarity, and presence, guiding the day and keeping every moment moving.
Personal Branding Keynote
Build a brand that gets you seen, trusted, and chosen.
Delivered by Jesse Chan, founder of the Personal Branding Lab and a recognised authority in LinkedIn growth, Jesse will break down what it actually takes to build a personal brand that stands out in today’s social media-driven world.
Having helped founders and professionals grow their presence, attract opportunities, and monetise their brand, Jesse brings real-world strategies that go beyond just “posting content”.
You’ll learn how to position yourself, communicate your story with clarity, and turn attention into real opportunities, whether that’s career growth, business, or influence. No guesswork or fluff. Just a clear blueprint for building a brand people remember.
Corporate Leaders
Ayo Gabriel CFA
Senior Banker
JP Morgan Private Bank
Karine Neves
Head of Business Management
HSBC
Fabergè David
Senior Project Manager
Meta
Established Founders
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Ben Mumby-Croft
Director of Entrepreneurship
Imperial College
Dan Murray
Co-founder &
Angel Investor
Heights
Pavel Rakhmanov
Founder
Euno Functional Drinks
Gen Z Moguls
Peter Wood
Founder & CEO
Calibr | The Graduate Guide
Jesse Chan
Founder & Chief
LinkedIn Officer
Personal Branding Lab
Louise Lyons-Appiah
Co-Founder
Synkora Consulting
Karin Popovicova
HR Transformations & Operations Leader
Haleon
Meet the Judges
Where ideas get challenged, and the best win.
From live debates on the future of work to founders pitching under pressure, The Plug Summit brings real competition to the stage.
The Great Debate
Bold opinions. Real topics. No safe answers. Teams go head-to-head on issues shaping your future.
The Plug Pitch Competition
Four aspiring founders. Pitching live for the chance to take their businesses further. Judged by industry experts.
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Great Debate Judge
Telisha Matthews
Unregistered Barrister
& Founder
Shiphrah Legal Services Ltd
Plug Pitch Judge
Dan Murray
Co-founder & Angel Investor
Heights
Plug Pitch Judge
Ben Mumby-Croft
Director of Entrepreneurship
Imperial College
