Founder of Loans Ltd & Burnley Savings, Inspiration for Top Rated Netflix films “Bank of Dave” & “Bank of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger”, Two-Time BAFTA Award Winner & Sunday Times Bestseller
Dave Fishwick’s Biography:
Dave Fishwick is a British entrepreneur, community banker, television personality and the founder of Burnley Savings & Loans, and he is now widely hired as a London keynote speaker because of his inspiring story of challenging the traditional banking system, promoting ethical finance, and helping ordinary people access fair loans. Known as the real-life “Bank of Dave,” his journey from local businessman to the subject of the Netflix films ‘Bank of Dave’ (2023) and ‘Bank of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger’ (2025) has made him a popular speaker for corporate events, financial conferences and leadership programmes, where he shares lessons on resilience, innovation and social responsibility in business.
Dave Fishwick grew up in Burnley, Lancashire, and left school at a young age without formal higher education, choosing instead to learn through hands-on work and practical experience. He began his career selling scrap metal and later built a successful business selling minibuses, gaining a reputation for honesty and customer care. Through these early ventures, he developed the entrepreneurial skills and community-focused values that would later lead him to open Burnley Savings & Loans in 2011, aiming to provide fair, affordable finance to local people who were often overlooked by high-street banks.
Why Hire Dave Fishwick?
Dave Fishwick is frequently hired as a London keynote speaker because of his extensive experience communicating complex financial ideas to the public through television and documentaries. Over the past decade he has fronted and starred in a wide range of programmes focused on money management, consumer finance and wealth-building, including ‘How to Get Rich Quick’ (2018), ‘Dave’s Guide to Spending’ (2017), and the 2015 series ‘Can Property Pay Your Wages & Shoppers Guide to Saving Money’. These shows demonstrated his ability to explain financial topics in clear, relatable ways, making him a popular choice for business audiences who want practical advice on spending, saving and investment.
His credibility as a speaker is also strengthened by award-winning factual programming that highlighted his work and ideas. He fronted ‘Dave: Loan Ranger’ in 2014, which won Best Current Affairs Programme at the British Academy Scotland Awards, and he was the subject of ‘Bank of Dave: Fighting the Fat Cats’ in 2013, which won Best Feature/Factual Entertainment Programme at the same awards. Appearances in programmes such as ‘The Secret Millions’ (2013) and the Channel 4 series ‘Bank of Dave’ (2012) further showcased his message about fairness, entrepreneurship and challenging traditional financial systems. Because of this strong media background and recognition from respected institutions, event organisers in London book him to inspire audiences with real-world lessons about ethical business, financial awareness and standing up for ordinary people.
Dave Fishwick’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Dave Fishwick’s impressive career:
- 2025 – Subject of the Netflix film “Bank of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger”
- 2023 – Subject of the Netflix film “Bank of Dave”
- 2018 – Starred in “How to Get Rich Quick”
- 2017 – Starred in “Dave’s Guide to Spending”
- 2015 – Presenter of “Can Property Pay Your Wages” & “Shoppers Guide to Saving Money”
- 2014 – Fronted “Dave: Loan Ranger”, winner of Best Current Affairs Programme at the British Academy Scotland Awards
- 2013 – Subject of “Bank of Dave: Fighting the Fat Cats”, winner of the Best Feature/Factual Entertainment Programme at the British Academy Scotland Awards
- 2013 – Appeared in “The Secret Millions”
- 2012 – Subject of the Channel 4 series “Bank of Dave”
- 2011 – Opened Burnley Savings & Loans
Videos
Dave Fishwick’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“Rounded off the conference well – wanted a non-industry speaker who still had a message for delegates. The audience warmed to Dave, enjoyed his style and anecdotes, and received a valuable message. Very well liked.” – Garden Centre Association
“Dave spoke at our very first Great Business Leaders Forum, which was held in London. Dave shared a truly inspirational story with a group of financial professionals, telling how he identified a systemic deficiency in banking provision in Britain and how he set out to provide his own solution. His presentation was well received, and our audience could identify with Dave’s story and enthusiastic persona. I highly recommend Dave as a speaker to anyone considering using Dave at their events. – Thanks, Dave! – REED Finance
“Brilliant presentation and grabs the audience from the start.” – Yorkshire International Business Convention
“Dave spoke at our Humber Biz Week Event, a mini-conference and exhibition to support local businesses. Dave helped make the event a real success. All feedback was excellent, people felt inspired, he was interesting and told a great story, his passion and determination to succeed really came through and most importantly, he is a very genuine person – a great guy! Thanks, Dave.” – East Riding of Yorkshire Council
“An interesting story, and I’d like to hear more.” – ICAEW
“A very down-to-earth and grounded speaker. Smart and inspiring.” – Prudential
Speaking Topics
Dave Fishwick’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Leadership
- Overcoming Adversity
- Fair Trading
- Self Belief & Determination
- Finding the Entrepreneurial Spirit
How Much Does Dave Fishwick Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dave Fishwick?
The cost of hiring Dave Fishwick depends on your event format, audience size, location and duration. For a tailored quote and expert guidance, please contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent.