Paul Connolly is an elite-level keynote speaker and internationally renowned investigative journalist celebrated for his fearless commitment to uncovering the truth. Known for his commanding presence and ability to engage audiences across diverse platforms, Paul’s career has been defined by a unique blend of storytelling mastery and courageous reporting.
With a storied background as a television and radio presenter, podcaster, and media trainer, Paul has honed his communication expertise over years of delivering high-impact content. His investigative documentaries, which often involved daring undercover operations to infiltrate and expose criminal gangs, have won prestigious awards and drawn global acclaim. These groundbreaking works have been featured on leading platforms such as Netflix, Discovery International, Discovery US, Facebook Watch and BBC Worldwide.
Paul’s skill in crafting gripping narratives extends beyond journalism. As the owner and lead trainer at The Broadcast Institute—the premier communications, mentoring, and coaching organization in Ireland and the UK—he has coached top professionals to deliver impactful messages and master the art of public speaking. His ability to distil complex ideas into clear, relatable messages has made him a sought-after keynote speaker, capable of inspiring audiences with insights drawn from his extraordinary career.
Over the years, Paul has worked extensively for the BBC, Netflix, Discovery, ITN, ITV, Virgin Media and more. He is best known for investigative documentary strands such as Inside The Worlds Toughest Prisons (Netflix), Paul Connolly Investigates (TV3) and Blackmarket Britain on Channel 5 (UK). Recently, and made an award-winning podcast for NewsTalk called ‘Inside Ireland’s Rising Right’.
Artificial Intelligence: Hacks that guarantee you’ll live better and work smarter
This powerful, practical, and energising talk gives you ten essential AI hacks that will help you to thrive – five to transform how you live, and five to elevate how you work. Whether you’re looking to take back control of your personal time or become sharper and more effective in the workplace, this session is your shortcut to a better, smarter life.
Live Better – 5 AI Hacks:
1. Optimise Your Time – Automate your schedule, emails, reminders, and even to-do lists with AI tools like Motion or Reclaim.
2. Be More Present – Use AI to reduce digital noise, prioritise tasks, and create real space for your relationships.
3. Boost Health & Habits – Let AI-powered apps suggest meals, workouts, and mindfulness breaks tailored to your lifestyle.
4. Get Smarter with Money – Track spending, budget with tools like Cleo or Copilot, and even let AI review your subscriptions.
5. Enjoy More, Stress Less – Curate your downtime with personalised AI recommendations for books, films, podcasts, and experiences.
Work Smarter – 5 AI Hacks:
1. Write Reports Faster – Use AI like ChatGPT or Claude to draft, edit, and rephrase documents with clarity and speed.
2. Brainstorm & Design Smarter – Unlock creative ideas and layouts using platforms like Notion AI, Canva Magic Design, and Gamma.
3. Pitch & Present Better – Tools like Yoodli provide real-time feedback on delivery, tone, and clarity.
4. Market with Impact – Generate captions, social content, and full campaigns using Jasper, Copy.ai or Lumen5.
5. Stay Ahead – Use AI dashboards to track industry trends, summarise research, and make faster, sharper decisions.
This isn’t about replacing humans, it’s about helping you become the most effective version of yourself.
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Some recent clients
Community Schools Trust (London), Safely Held Space, mental health charity IQPC, The Anti-Financial Crime Exchange 2024, Smarsh Customer Conference 2024, We Fight Fraud conference.
Testimonials
“Paul Connolly delivered a keynote speech at our annual conference, and it was nothing short of outstanding. His presentation was not only informative but also highly interactive and immensely entertaining. Paul has a remarkable ability to engage the audience, keeping everyone captivated from start to finish. His insights were valuable, his delivery was flawless, and the energy he brought to the event was infectious. I would have no hesitation in bringing Paul back every year – he’s a true asset to any conference lineup.” –Simon Elliot, CEO of the Community Schools Trust
“Paul Connolly has been an integral part of our workshops, conferences and training programme for several years, inspiring our trainees in the UK and abroad to share their mental health journeys with confidence and authenticity. Paul’s warm and light-hearted approach makes him a natural public speaker, captivating audiences with his engaging and relatable style.” –James Scurry Co-founder & Director, Safely Held Spaces
