Joaquin Almunia

Joaquin Almunia

Keynote Speaker: Former European Commissioner for Competition

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Joaquin Almunia Biography

Joaquín Almunia is a prominent Spanish politician and economist known for his influential roles in both Spanish national politics and the European Union. Born in Bilbao in 1948, Almunia studied Law and Economics at the University of Deusto and continued his postgraduate education in Paris. He also completed executive training at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government.

Almunia began his career as an economist in Brussels and later worked as Chief Economist for the Spanish trade union UGT. He entered politics with the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE), serving as a member of the Spanish Parliament from 1979 to 2004. During this time, he held significant ministerial positions including Minister of Labor and Social Security and Minister of Public Administration. From 1997 to 2000, he was Secretary-General of the PSOE and the party's candidate for Prime Minister in the 2000 general election.

In 2004, Almunia transitioned to European politics as the European Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs. He later became Vice-President of the European Commission and Commissioner for Competition from 2010 to 2014. In these roles, he played a key part in managing the EU's response to the global financial crisis and strengthening its competition policy framework.

Outside of government, Almunia has remained active in public policy and education. He has held leadership roles in several policy institutions and taught at universities in London, Paris, and Barcelona. He is also an author, having published political reflections and memoirs that chronicle Spain's democratic transition and the evolution of the European Union.

Joaquín Almunia is widely respected for his deep knowledge of economics, his commitment to public service, and his advocacy for a more integrated and equitable Europe.

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Joaquin Almunia Speaking Topics

General Speaking Topics Include:

  • Political and Global Current Affairs

  • Economic Development

  • Global Economy and Geopolitics

  • Socio-Political Scene

  • European Union

Joaquin Almunia Videos

Turbulent and Mighty Continent: What Future for Europe, Joaquín ...
World Policy Conference 2013 - Joaquin ALMUNIA - YouTube

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What topics does Joaquin Almunia speak about?

Joaquin Almunia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as European Heritage, Government and Economy.

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Joaquin Almunia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including European Heritage, Government and Economy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joaquin Almunia for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Joaquin Almunia can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Margrethe Vestager, Javier Bajer and Anders Borg. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joaquin Almunia for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 27/06/2025.

Joaquin Almunia Speaking Topics

  • General Speaking Topics Include:

    • Political and Global Current Affairs

    • Economic Development

    • Global Economy and Geopolitics

    • Socio-Political Scene

    • European Union

Joaquin Almunia Videos

Turbulent and Mighty Continent: What Future for Europe, Joaquín ...
World Policy Conference 2013 - Joaquin ALMUNIA - YouTube
  • How do I book Joaquin Almunia to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joaquin Almunia for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joaquin Almunia, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joaquin Almunia or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Joaquin Almunia for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Joaquin Almunia, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joaquin Almunia, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Joaquin Almunia speak about?

    Joaquin Almunia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as European Heritage, Government and Economy.
  • Who is the agent for Joaquin Almunia?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joaquin Almunia for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joaquin Almunia for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joaquin Almunia or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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