Former Investor on Dragons’ Den, Co-Founder of Implement AI & Co-Founder of Atherton Bikes
Piers Linney’s Biography:
Piers Linney is best known as a high-profile British entrepreneur, former Dragons’ Den investor and prominent voice in technology, digital transformation and artificial intelligence. A LinkedIn “Top Artificial Intelligence Voice”, he is a sought-after keynote speaker who helps organisations understand the profound impact AI and emerging technologies will have on business, work and society. As Co-Founder of Implement AI, he works hands-on with companies across sectors to drive innovation, improve productivity and accelerate growth through next-generation technology. His reputation as a dynamic communicator and trusted advisor makes him one of the UK’s most compelling business and technology speakers.
Piers’ early career began in finance and law, where he developed a strong foundation in investment banking, venture capital and entrepreneurship. His analytical expertise and commercial insight paved the way for his transition into technology-led business ventures, enabling him to bridge the gap between traditional corporate environments and the fast-paced world of digital innovation. His rise to prominence continued when he appeared on Channel 4’s The Secret Millionaire, which showcased both his entrepreneurial story and his commitment to community impact.
Throughout his career, Piers has built and led innovative businesses while championing digital transformation across industries. His most famous Dragons’ Den investment, Wonderbly, became the most successful in the show’s history, delivering an extraordinary 43x return when it was sold in 2021. As Co-Founder and Chairman of Atherton Bikes, he helped pioneer cutting-edge additive manufacturing (3D printing) techniques that produced bikes winning 1st and 2nd place at the 2023 World Championship. Piers has also held significant leadership and advisory roles, including Non-Executive Director of the British Business Bank and Trustee of Nesta, the UK’s largest innovation foundation with a £600m endowment.
Recognised nationally for his influence and advocacy, Piers has been named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Black Britons and listed in the Financial Times/EMpower Top 100 List of Ethnic Minority Executives. He has served on Sky’s Diversity Advisory Council and is widely respected for championing inclusion and representation in business and technology. Today, his work focuses on AI adoption, future trends, scaling businesses and unlocking creativity through technology — making him a transformative voice helping leaders prepare for the future.
Why Hire Piers Linney?
Piers Linney is hired for his rare blend of entrepreneurial success, technological expertise and dynamic on-stage presence. As a leading commentator on AI, digital transformation and the future of work, he delivers forward-thinking, practical insights that resonate with leaders across industries. His real-world experience — from building tech-driven businesses to achieving record-breaking investment success — equips audiences with actionable strategies for innovation, growth and navigating disruption.
Piers Linney’s Career Highlights:
Below showcases Piers Linney’s inspirational career highlights that influenced her career throughout the technology and business industries:
- 2025 – Speaker at B2B Marketing LIKE UK
- 2024 – Won ‘Diversity Champion of the Year’ at the ‘European Diversity Awards’
- 2024 – Named a Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Voice by LinkedIn, for Contribution to the Community & Content
- 2023 – Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Implement AI
- 2021 – Adviser of the Diversity Advisory Council of Sky & Ambassador of GEN UK
- 2019 – Co-Founder & Chairman of Atherton Bikes, Founder of #Startup with Piers Linney
- 2018 – Top 100 BAME Leaders in Business
- 2014 – Black British Awards, Entrepreneur of the Year, Trustee of Nesta, Trustee of Plotr & Member of the Cabinet Office SME Panel
- 2013 – Dragon on Dragon’s Den & Patron of Band on the Wall
- 2008 – Co-CEO of Genesis Communications
Videos
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Testimonials
“Pass my thanks on to Piers. It was lovely to meet him and his speech was fabulous – we have had great feedback so far.” – Reach Plc
“Offered a unique insight into the topics discussed based on his own experiences, and his genuine understanding of capital markets.” – Thomson Reuters
“Piers was invited to speak at our conference. The focus of his content was AI, providing an overview of its current capabilities and how they might evolve over the next few years. The subject area was incredibly current for our business, uncovering a thirst for more insight across the audience. Piers had a deep knowledge of AI, answering surprisingly advanced questions with ease, his delivery was engaging and held the audience right to the end.” – Adrian, CEO, Taylor Rose
“Piers presented 5 incredibly valuable actions to enable a business to scale for IT Glue’s EMEA Managed Services Provider audience and the feedback received has been excellent. His knowledge of the challenges being faced at this precise moment, advice on how to overcome them, along with the mistakes to avoid, demonstrated not only the extent of his expertise and experience in our market but provided enormous value for the audience to tap into. I’m excited to hear about the plans our clients have implemented and the subsequent impact of these as a result of Piers’s insights – his candid answers during the Q&A when asked about the success of his investments on Dragon’s Den were a real crowd pleaser too! “ – Alex, Sales Director, EMEA
Speaking Topics
Piers Linney’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Dragons’ Den
- Personal Journey & Experience
- Business Growth & Success
- Creative Business Thinking
- Future of Work & Employment
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Artificial Intelligence
- Impact of Technology
How Much Does Piers Linney Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Piers Linney?
The cost of hiring Piers Linney varies based on event format, location and session length. For a tailored quote, please contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.