Dave Bryon

Dr. Dave Bryon, the former Managing Director of bmibaby, an international low-cost airline, is a seasoned speaker, presenter, event host, and comedian. Frequently featured in the media for his insights on current airline and aviation news, Dave holds a PhD in Earth Sciences from the University of Liverpool. He is available for engagements as a business presenter, after-dinner speaker, or stand-up comedian.

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Full Biography

Dave Bryon was born and raised in London and Lancashire. He studied Geology at Liverpool University, where he also completed a doctorate in Earth Sciences. In 1996, he moved to Myrtle Beach, USA, to join Coastal Carolina University.

Returning to the UK in 2000, Dave took a position with British Midland Airways (BMI) and played a key role in establishing the low-cost carrier BMIbaby, which launched in 2002. Serving as both Commercial Director and Managing Director, he helped the airline expand to 21 aircraft operating from five UK airports, carrying over 4.5 million passengers annually. The BMI Group was sold to the AIG Group (British Airways) in 2012.

Now, Dave enjoys a successful media career that includes after-dinner comedy routines focused on flying, business keynote presentations, and roles as an awards evening host and MC for charity events and auctions. His business presentations highlight his "8 C’s of running an airline," principles he believes are applicable to all businesses and organisations: Compliance, Competition, Cash Flow, Cost Control, Challenge, Change, Communication, and Customer Service.

Dave has performed across Europe and the Middle East, including in Moscow, Dubai, Kuwait, and Hull. He has worked with notable clients such as Accenture, Barclays Bank, BP, Sun Microsystems, The FA, Leicester Tigers, Chevron, Deutsche Bank, RNLI, Airbus, and Burton Albion, a team he avidly supports.

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After-Dinner Speaker, Host and Comedian.

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Comedy Routine: up to 45 minutes

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Corporate After Dinner Airline Routine: up to 45 minutes


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5 Customer Reviews

Performance quality: 5 stars
Sound quality: 3 stars
Behaviour: 5 stars
Communication: 5 stars
Audience engagement: 5 stars
Value for money: 5 stars
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A Considerate Performer, who was Perfect for our Awards Evening

5 stars - Dave Bryon are Highly Recommended
booked Dave Bryon for their event in Bristol September 2024

“Even before our event, Dave took the time to completely understand what was important to us for the evening and who were the key players. He arrived punctually, was very considerate of our needs and blended into the background so he knew the right time to enter and entertain. Our guests thoroughy enjoyed the awards and were suitably shocked to find out that he was our "special guest" and not just some bloke handing out awards. I highly recommend Dave - he made it all nice and easy for us.”


The highlight of the night!

5 stars - Dave Bryon are Highly Recommended
booked Dave Bryon for their event March 2024

“You did a great job on Thursday night David. It went down very well, with a number of people specifically mentioning your slot as the highlight of the night – many thanks!”


Dave had the audience in stitches within seconds!

5 stars - Dave Bryon are Highly Recommended
booked Dave Bryon for their event January 2024

“I wanted to say thank you to Dave for his speech and hosting our awards dinner. In short, he was absolutely brilliant. David was the first on stage to kick off the awards evening which is not the easiest time to “WOW” guests however he had the audience in stitches within seconds of his performance and continued in delivering the awards seamlessly.”


All of the feedback has been exceptional. A great performance!

5 stars - Dave Bryon are Highly Recommended
booked Dave Bryon for their event November 2023

“I have been running this dinner for the past 13 years over which time we have had some very good speakers but only 2 who I could say we’re truly outstanding. The first was Garry Richardson of BBC Sport and the second was Dave Bryon. All of the feedback has been exceptional. A great performance and thank you for working the auction.”


Your Cabin Crew safety briefing was absolutely hysterical!

5 stars - Dave Bryon are Highly Recommended
booked Dave Bryon for their event

“BIG THANKS TO YOU! Feedback from the event has been that this was the best yet. You certainly went down very well. Your Cabin Crew safety briefing was absolutely hysterical. Many thanks, and well done.”

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