Former CEO for Lloyd’s of London, Former CEO of Converium, Global Leader in Business Transformation & Digital Strategy
Inga Beale’s Biography:
Dame Inga Beale DBE is one of the world’s most highly respected business leaders, best known for being the first female Chief Executive Officer in the 327-year history of Lloyd’s of London. During her four-year tenure, she spearheaded a radical modernisation program, addressing cultural transformation and digital overhaul in one of the globe’s oldest and most traditional financial institutions.
Prior to Lloyd’s, Dame Inga had a distinguished international career spanning over three decades in the financial services sector. She held senior leadership roles, including CEO of both Swiss reinsurer Converium (now part of Scor) and the Lloyd’s-based insurer Canopius. Her career began as an underwriter at the Prudential, building a wealth of experience across underwriting, broking, and risk management in global markets like the US, Europe, and Asia.
A relentless advocate for Diversity and Inclusion and LGBTQ+ rights, Dame Inga broke barriers throughout her career and used her position to champion an inclusive culture at Lloyd’s and across the wider City of London. She was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the 2017 New Year Honours for her services to the economy. Today, she continues to drive change through various non-executive directorships, advising companies on strategic digital transformation and inclusive leadership.
Why Hire Inga Beale?
Dame Inga Beale provides unparalleled, first-hand insight into leading profound change within highly regulated, established sectors. She is sought after globally for her candid discussions on how to create a growth mindset in reluctant organisations, manage risk during digital transformation, and navigate complex stakeholder environments. Her talks empower leaders to practice courageous leadership, challenge entrenched cultural norms, and leverage diversity as a critical driver for competitive advantage and long-term business resilience. Audiences gain actionable strategies for innovation, disruption, and fostering genuinely inclusive workplaces.
Inga Beale’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Inga Beale’s inspirational career:
- 2025- Continued to inspire teams internationally through her keynote speeches.
- 2017- Appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for services to the economy.
- 2017- Ranked #4 on the Financial Times OUTstanding 100 LGBT+ Business Leaders list.
- 2014-2017- Served as CEO of Lloyd’s of London, becoming the first woman to hold the role.
- 2012- Joined the Lloyd’s market as CEO of Canopius.
- 2008- Named Group CEO of the Swiss reinsurance firm, Converium.
- 1992- Appointed Head of European Operations for GE Insurance Solutions.
- 1982- Began her career as an underwriter at Prudential.
Videos
Dame Inga Beale’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“I’ve had some incredible feedback from all around the business.” – Juliet, Associate, IFM Investors
“Thought Inga was great and I feel that the feeling was mutual so please thank her from all of us.” – Cordelia, Operations Associate, Google
“Dame Inga Beale was fantastic! She is such an inspirational leader and attendees in the webinar were engaged throughout, and so interested in what she had to say.” – Sylvia, OneStreamSoftware
“On behalf of FactSet Pride and Women’s BRG, we would like to thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to share your story with our employees. We have received nothing but positive feedback globally.” – DE&I Team, FactSet
“Can you please give our thanks to Inga. We have been extremely pleased and happy with her keynote and received overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees who found Inga’s story inspirational and insightful. We hope Inga had a pleasant journey home and wish her all the best.” – Jana, Marketing Director, Corelogic
“Just want to thank you for your help and let you know that Inga was fantastic! We really enjoyed the conversation and please pass my thank you note to her when you have a minute.” – World 50inc
“We would like to express our gratitude to Dame Inga Beale for celebrating International Women’s Day with us.” – Katten
“Having the privilege to hear Inga share her remarkable journey on International Women’s Day was truly inspiring. Her courage, resilience, and unwavering determination left a lasting impression on all of us. Through her captivating storytelling, Inga not only shed light on her own challenges and triumphs but also empowered each of us to embrace our own unique paths. Her message of empowerment and equality resonated deeply, reminding us of the incredible strength and potential within every woman. Thank you, Inga, for being a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change.” – Shivani, Managing Director, ACA Group
“That was a fantastic presentation, we are so appreciative of Inga sharing her story with us and have been receiving excellent feedback.” – Jessica, Partner, ACA Group
“I just wanted to reach out and say a huge thank you to everyone at Champions and Dame Inga. What a truly inspiring session and the perfect way to launch the Kärcher Women’s Network. My inbox is already flooded with comments from people on how much Inga has taught them. I know that session will stick with me forever.” – Aimee, Head of Learning & Development, Kärcher
“Dame Inga Beale’s talk was brilliant for an organisation like ours; she covered topics such as diversity, leadership, team work and culture change which affect us all in our daily working lives. She was animated and engaging throughout the virtual presentation, utterly unphased by technological hitches and a large audience. Inga answered the questions posed at the end in a very considered way, from teams at all levels and functions at our company. I am absolutely certain that we all left the presentation with thoughts on how each of us can contribute to fostering greater collaboration.” Kerry, Open Health
“Champions helped secure Dame Inga Beale for our growing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) program. While Champions was exceptional in every way, Dame Inga exceeded all our expectations. Her personal approach directly connected with our employee audience. Immediately following our online broadcast, we received accolades, including comments like “amazing,” ” fantastic,” and “inspirational.” She took personal storytelling to a new level!” – Mary, Claire’s
“The event went fantastically well, Dame Inga was so engaging and thought-provoking, we received a tonne of positive feedback from those attending – it was one of our best attended events with more than 100 colleagues.” – Asif, IT PMO Manager, Gfk
“Lovely discussion with authenticity and impact. I truly enjoyed Inga’s style of engaging with her audience. She was genuine and inviting and encouraged each of us to take action” – FTI Consulting
“I wanted to thank you for presenting at the MOD IKX Symposium last week. It is obvious that you are an authority in your subject and your presentation was informative, enlightening and thought-provoking. We have received many complimentary comments about your presentation and more than a few who want to release the potential of their team. One such example was “Dame Inga was very very inspirational. What a great speech.” Your contribution to the day was significant, tying together the benefits to the organisation and individual of valuing individual contribution and also the techniques and challenges of achieving it. Thank you again.” – Stew MacLeod, Ministry of Defence
“It was great. She has a fantastic story to tell. The feedback noted Inga’s spirit, openness and honesty and found it a privilege to have had the opportunity to hear her speak. One even said that he was upset that as a British gay man, working in insurance, he was upset with himself that Inga’s story was new to him. He wanted to thank us for correcting his oversight. I echo the sentiments that it was a privilege to hear from Inga and to hear how she has continued to learn from her experiences and is an ally and ‘champion’ to other minority groups.” – Florence, Moody’s
“Your speech was well received and brought the perfect synergy to our group. It was very interesting hearing about how you overcame adversities and your accomplishments. We have received amazing feedback, particularly on your openness in owning, and learning from your experiences. I believe your story will have a lasting impact and will serve as an immediate benefit to our BRGs. Again, thank you and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you on future events.” – DK, Moody’s
“I just wanted to let you know that we were thrilled with Inga’s involvement on today’s event. Thanks for all your help in coordinating this, I think we will definitely want to involve Inga in future events if she is willing.” – Aisling, Corporate Sales Support Manager, Bupa Global
“We chose Dame Inga Beal to be the first key note speaker hosted by our global LGBTQ+ ERG. The event was to mark the international day against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. Overall we were extremely happy with the talk Dame Inga gave. Champions UK were also extremely helpful and always at hand throughout the whole process of organising the event. We would highly recommend Dame Inga, we received fantastic feedback from the session with many people commenting on how impactful, inspirational and personal the story Dame Inga shared with us was. Her willingness to tackle any difficult questions that were raised during the talk made the event even more powerful and enabled us to convey the importance of an inclusive culture in the workplace.” – Christopher, UCB
She was sensational. So clear. A great storyteller. Candid and inspirational – exactly the 2 things we wanted to land. They loved her. As did me and my boss…. ! Please share a big thank you to her and for all the help you have provided in the process. – Jemima, Pepsico
I wanted to send a heart-felt thank you to you both for helping coordinate the call with Dame Inga yesterday. The feedback has been overwhelming and 100% positive! Please share my thanks with Dame Inga on behalf of our Diversity & Inclusion Council, and our entire company. I think her chat yesterday will lead to many more needed conversations across our organization. – Charles, MD, Risk Strategies Company
It was highly engaging, interesting and genuinely inspirational talk. A real highlight of our event. – Rebecca, Senior Engagement Lead, HSBC
Speaking Topics
Dame Inga Beale’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Transforming Tradition: Driving Digital and Cultural Change in Legacy Industries
- The Courageous Leader: Managing Stakeholders and Navigating Intense Pressure
- Risk and Resilience: Strategic Planning in an Age of Global Disruption
- Diversity Dividend: How Inclusive Culture Drives Innovation and Profit
- The Future of Financial Services: Technology, Regulation, and the Modern Workplace
How Much Does Dame Inga Beale Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dame Inga Beale?
The cost of hiring Inga Beale depends on your event format, location and requirements. For an accurate and tailored quote, please contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.