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Sir Bob Geldof

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Bob Geldof was born in 1954 in Dublin, Ireland. He pursued a career in journalism before forming the rock group ‘Boomtown Rats’ in the 1970’s. After a series of hits, including two UK number 1 singles, Geldof emerged as one of the most well known pop personalities of his era.

A self-styled campaigner Bob Geldof is extremely well informed on a broad range of global and national issues. His presentations are very provocative and he uplifts and inspires his audiences as he motivates through his own personal experiences and the lessons learned from Live Aid.

In 1984 he supported the people of Ethiopia who were suffering from a dreadful famine. He is probably best known for organizing the 1985 ‘Live Aid’ benefit for starving African children.

In 1986 Geldof received a knighthood and published an autobiography.

Sir Bob Geldof is a powerful and inspiring speaker. He is extremely entertaining and has a great understanding of the socio-political and upliftment arenas.

He is an articulate and passionate public speaker.


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