Katya Adler

Award-Winning British German Journalist, BBC Europe Editor, Former Co-Host on Brexitcast & Expert on Europe & International Affairs

Katya Adler’s Biography:

Katya Adler is an award-winning British German journalist and news correspondent, best known as the BBC’s Europe Editor. With over three decades at the forefront of international reporting, Katya has become one of the UK’s most trusted voices on European politics and global affairs. Renowned for her ability to translate complex geopolitical developments into clear, engaging insight, she is a compelling speaker for organisations seeking authoritative perspectives on Brexit, international relations and the future of Europe.

Katya began her media career in Vienna on Blue Danube Radio’s FUNtastic Show, following formative work placements with Reuters, NBC in Turkey and The Times in Rome. After graduating, she joined Austrian broadcaster ORF, reporting both locally and internationally. Her transition to the BBC saw her cover central European affairs from Vienna before progressing to Berlin Correspondent. She later reported for BBC World Service and became Madrid Correspondent, covering major global events, before taking on the role of Middle East Correspondent, reporting from Jerusalem and across the region.

Her career is marked by a series of high-profile broadcasts and acclaimed storytelling. Katya has fronted documentaries including After Brexit: the Battle for Europe and Europe On the Edge, and co-hosted the widely recognised Brexitcast podcast. She has conducted landmark interviews with global leaders and presented major cultural events such as the BBC Proms. Her work has been recognised with prestigious honours, including Broadcast Journalist of the Year and the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcast Journalism.

Drawing on decades of frontline reporting, Katya offers audiences rare insight into the political, economic and social forces shaping Europe today. Her experience across multiple regions, combined with her clarity of communication and analytical depth, ensures she delivers thought-provoking and highly relevant keynote speeches for global audiences.

Why Hire Katya Adler?

Katya is a sought-after speaker for organisations navigating geopolitical uncertainty and international change. She has delivered keynote insights for high-level audiences, drawing on her experience interviewing world leaders and analysing major global developments. Her talks provide strategic clarity on evolving European dynamics, media narratives and political risk. With a proven ability to engage diverse audiences, Katya equips business leaders and decision-makers with the context needed to respond effectively to global challenges and opportunities.

Katya Adler’s Career Highlights:

Here are some of the key milestones that define Katya Adler’s remarkable career in media and journalism:

• 2026 – Presented the documentary ‘Europe on the Edge’
• 2023 – Began presenting the BBC Proms on television
• 2023 – Presented the two-part BBC One series Living Next Door to Putin
• 2019 – Won the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcast Journalism
• 2019 – Named Broadcast Journalist of the Year by the London Press Club alongside Laura Kuenssberg
• 2019 – Received the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards for Brexitcast
• 2019 – Listed in the Evening Standard’s Most Influential People in London
• 2018 – Awarded Broadcast Journalist of the Year by the Political Studies Association
• 2017 – Presented the documentary After Brexit: The Battle for Europe
• 2017 – Became a presenter on Brexitcast
• 2017 – Received an honorary LL.D from the University of Bristol
• 2017 – Received an honorary D.Lit from the University of London Institute in Paris
• 2017 – Named one of Politico’s Top 20 Most Influential Women in Brussels
• 2014 – Appointed BBC Europe Editor
• 2012 – Spain’s Stolen Babies was runner-up for an RTS Award
• 2006 – Became BBC Middle East Correspondent
• 2003 – Appointed BBC Madrid Correspondent
• 2000 – Became BBC Berlin Correspondent
• 2000 – Based in London for BBC World Service
• 2000 – Appeared regularly on Deutsche Welle Television
• 1998 – Joined BBC Vienna, reporting on Austrian and Central European affairs
• 1995 – Became a correspondent for Austrian public broadcaster ORF