Riz Khan
Keynote Speaker
Award-Winning International Journalist, Best-Selling Author and TV Host From Al Jazeera English, CNN International and BBC World
With unique insight and a career launching and fronting the world's three major global news networks, Riz Khan is one of the most recognized, trusted and respected international journalists today.
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Riz Khan, an internationally renowned journalist and television host, offers a wealth of experience from his storied career with the world’s leading news networks, including CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera English. Known for his insightful interviews with global leaders, celebrities, and thinkers, Khan has a unique ability to delve into complex issues with clarity and empathy. His work across diverse cultures and regions has equipped him with a profound understanding of global affairs and the nuances of cross-cultural communication.
Khan shares the insights and experiences garnered from decades of frontline journalism. He discusses the evolving landscape of media, the power of storytelling in shaping public opinion, and the importance of informed, balanced journalism in today’s interconnected world. Khan’s talks are enriched by his encounters with influential figures, offering audiences a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that have defined our times.
Riz Khan’s expertise offers a compelling journey through the world of international journalism. Khan’s ability to connect with diverse audiences, combined with his expertise in global affairs, makes his talks both captivating and deeply informative.
Riz Khan’s Speech Topics
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Looking East to the New Economic and Political Powers
Some of the biggest development projects in the USA are being paid for by foreign money, while Europe struggles to hold together as an economic and political bloc. The West has gone hat-in-hand to the emerging Eastern powers, looking for financial support at a time of high debt and extreme economic duress. From Turkey to the Arab world, eyes are turning east for guidance on where the future stands. With more than two decades of travelling across the globe interviewing some of the leading names in politics and business, Riz Khan has witnessed the transformation of the global market place to where countries such as China and India hold the key to the door of the 21st Century. As the author of Alwaleed: Businessman, Billionaire, Prince (2005) Khan witnessed firsthand the business relationship between the USA and its largest individual investor – a Royal Saudi entrepreneur, sitting in on meetings between Prince Alwaleed and former U.S. Presidents, captains of industry such as Steve Jobs, and a host of leading Western figures. As outsourcing of jobs and a lack of opportunities dominates the America’s ailing economy, Riz Khan examines where the West has gone wrong… and the real opportunities being missed.
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Let the Expert Be the Expert – The Secret of Good Moderating
One of the most important components of a successful event is having an expert moderate the content and flow to create a truly dynamic, informative and enjoyable event. For almost two decades, Riz Khan has been a key component in making sure high-profile conferences and other events achieve their real potential. With seasoned experience as one of the world’s leading journalists, he manages to moderate and MC events to an exceptionally high standard – allowing organizers to get the most out of their gathering. It’s a skill that has put him in high demand on the international circuit.
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The Real Impact of New Media
TV is dead! At least that what many people at the forefront of new media believe. The shift from linear, “appointment” viewing to on-line, on-demand, and mobile access of content has changed the dynamics of not only the entertainment business – but also the global news industry. Most of the leading networks have been incredibly slow in embracing the potential of the latest technology and trends, from social networking and crowd sourcing, to citizen journalism and new delivery systems. What does this mean for those who want information instantly, accurately, and globally? Riz Khan has watched the transforming landscape of news and offers an insightful perspective on where the traditional news business is missing key opportunities and losing “eyeballs”. The survival of news as a reliable and impartial service is very much at stake.
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Getting Your Story Out There
The media can be a friend or foe to business – depending on how it is engaged. In many cases, great stories get overlooked, while less engaging issues seem to dominate the airwaves and front pages. Understanding how the media works is a key factor in making sure a business or related issues not only survive but thrive. Having interviewed some of the leading global figures in the business world, Riz Khan has witnessed how managers can commit grave errors that can seriously affect their bottom line. Through examples of how big business has gone wrong – as well as its successes – Khan candidly explores the relationship between the journalist and the interviewee – and how that dynamic can change. It’s a valuable insight looking behind the closed doors of the media.
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