Bill Browder Speaking Fee: $100,000 to $125,000
Speaking Fee:
$100,000 to $125,000
Travels From:
LON - London (All Airports)
Travels From:
LON - London (All Airports)
Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Secondary Topic Category:
Jewish
Secondary Topic Category:
Jewish
Bill Browder Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Bill Browder is the founder and CEO of Hermitage Capital Management. A fierce advocate for human rights, he spearheaded the global Magnitsky campaign to impose sanctions on corrupt officials. His bestselling book, "Red Notice," details his journey from successful financier to anti-corruption crusader. A frequent commentator, Bill's insights appear in major media outlets worldwide.
Bill Browder is a prominent financier and human rights activist best known for his tireless campaign against corruption in Russia. Born into a politically influential family in the United States, Browder sought a different path that led him into the world of economics and finance. He graduated from Stanford Business School and began his career in Eastern Europe just as the Soviet Union was dissolving, eventually moving to Moscow in the early Õ90s.
In 1996, Browder co-founded Hermitage Capital Management, which quickly became the largest foreign investment fund in Russia. His focus on shareholder rights and transparency soon drew the ire of corrupt officials and oligarchs. Despite numerous threats and challenges, Browder persisted, unearthing significant fraud and corruption within Russian companies.
The situation escalated dramatically in 2009 with the tragic murder of Sergei Magnitsky, Browder's tax advisor, who had uncovered a massive governmental fraud. This event transformed Browder from an investor into a fervent human rights advocate. His relentless pursuit of justice for Magnitsky led to the landmark Magnitsky Act in the United States, legislation that imposes sanctions on human rights violators worldwide.
Today, Browder continues his advocacy on an international scale, pushing for similar laws in countries around the world. He frequently speaks at global forums, sharing his expertise and insights on finance, justice, and the importance of ethical governance. His story, encapsulated in his bestselling book "Red Notice," acts as both a gripping expos and a rallying cry for accountability and reform.
Through his unwavering dedication, Browder has shown that one individual can indeed challenge the status quo and effect meaningful change. His work underscores the pivotal role of transparency and justice in fostering fair and open societies.