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Dr Eliza Filby – Generational Intelligence Expert, Author of ‘God and Mrs Thatcher: The Battle for Britain’s Soul’ & Award-Winning Historian
Speaking Topics:
- Advising the Next Generation: How to Future Proof Your Client Relationships
- Generational Intelligence: Understanding Today’s Age Divide
- Harness the Power of a Multigenerational Workforce
- How to Navigate the Great Gender Wealth Transfer: Women, Wealth and the Future of Financial Advice
- How to Widen Access and Address Social Mobility
- Beyond Inheritance: How to Guide Families Through the Wealth Shift
- From Hire to Retire: What Needs to Change
Credentials and Impact
Dr Eliza Filby began her academic journey studying History at Durham University. She then continued her studies with a Master’s degree in Modern History at University College London, further developing her knowledge of modern political and social history. In 2007, she completed a PhD in Contemporary British History at the University of Warwick.
Following her doctoral research, Eliza moved into teaching and sharing her academic expertise with students. In 2011, she taught the history of social democracy to British millennials at King’s College London. Two years later, in 2013, she expanded her teaching internationally by teaching the history of capitalism to Chinese millennials at Renmin University of China in Beijing.
In 2014, Eliza founded GradTrain, a graduate training company in the UK designed to support young professionals as they enter the workplace. Through her academic background, teaching experience, and entrepreneurial work, she has developed a career focused on education, generational understanding, and professional development.
Publications and Media 
Dr Eliza Filby has also contributed to public debate through her writing and podcast work. In 2013 she published ‘God and Mrs Thatcher: The Battle for Britain’s Soul’, which examines the relationship between religion and politics in modern Britain. She also hosted the podcast ‘It’s All Relative’, where she explored generational differences and how they shape families, politics, and society.
Why Book Dr Eliza?
Dr Eliza Filby is frequently booked as a speaker because of her expertise in generational change and how it affects politics, business, and society. Her research and insights help organisations understand how different generations think, work, and lead, making her a valuable voice for companies and institutions preparing for the future.
She has delivered keynote speeches at major international events, including the EU Human Rights Forum and the Financial Times CEO Summit. She presented evidence to the House of Lords on the issue of intergenerational unfairness. Through these engagements, Eliza has become a respected voice in discussions about generational change, leadership, and long-term social challenges.
