Business Journalist & Speaker

About Brian

CBS News Radio national business journalist Brian Banmiller has spent more than 40 years in the news industry, covering business, politics and the economy on television, radio and in print. Currently, his “Banmiller on Business” reports are delivered to an audience of millions nationwide.

He has been covering the tech industry from its inception, and traveling the world reporting on global business and economic trends. Banmiller has interviewed thousands of the nation’s most visible business leaders, politicians, saints and sinners to give his audiences unique insights they need to succeed and be entertained by his unique and often humorous take on the business world.

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Years Experience

TV / Radio / Print / Web Reports

Current Weekly Radio Audience

“The Technology Tornado: Media & Communications in the Modern Era”

See highlights from Brian’s recent Ernst & Young “Continuing Education Conference” speech and hear directly from conference attendees.

Phoenix Convention Center
August 28th, 2019

Additional speech samples / videos are available upon request. Contact Brian to learn more.

Current Speech Topics

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Artificial Intelligence

Friend or Foe? While some experts predict doom and gloom for jobs and the economy, others say it’s the savior of civilization. Who is right?

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Technology

If you are not following technology news on a daily basis to stay ahead, you most certainly will fall behind.

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Business

My father worked at one company for thirty years. Now the average college grad will change jobs a dozen times and careers at least twice.

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Politics

More Americans work for the government than in manufacturing, farming, fishing, forestry, mining and utilities combined.

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Media

Fact or fiction in the news business means you are now your own editor in chief, separating “fake news” from “real journalism”.

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Communication

The art of communicating has a rich history of innovation. Today, social and the web are driving this vital industry into a future rife with opportunity.

Endorsements for Brian

A superb keynote for your conference.

Brian has interviewed some of the most fascinating people in the world, understands the latest trends in the business community and talks eloquently about both. He'll make a superb keynote speaker for your conference. While he's there, why not hire him to emcee your entire event? Your attendees will be talking about the quality of your conference for years.

- Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | President, National Speakers Association

Brian gives audiences the tools to thrive.

By painting a clear and compelling picture of the global economy, Brian arms an audience with the cutting-edge knowledge necessary to survive and thrive in an ever-evolving and dramatically changing worldwide business environment.

- Tom Peters | Best-Selling Author of "In Search of Excellence"

One of the finest journalists I've met.

I'm constantly impressed with Brian's ability to take complex high tech issues and make them so simple to understand for wide audiences. Silicon Valley CEOs appreciate his interviews and reports because his perspective is always right on. Brian really is one of the finest journalists I have met.

- Carl Guardino | President and CEO, Silicon Valley Leadership Group

Simply put, Brian gets it.

Brian Banmiller is one of the most knowledgeable and entertaining personalities in business news reporting. Simply put, he gets it.

- John Chen | CEO, Blackberry

Entertaining to millions.

I have been interviewed by Brian dozens of times over my career, from Chief Communications Officer for Charles Schwab to my current work advising Fortune 500 CEO's. His communications skills are excellent, with his unique ability to make complicated topics entertaining to millions of listeners and live audiences.

- Mark Thompson | Executive Coach and Best-Selling Author on Leadership

One of the best reporters in the country.

I find Brian one of the very best business reporters in the country. He is a great interviewer and makes business and the markets understandable to his many viewers and listeners nationwide.

- Charles Schwab | Chairman, Charles Schwab Corporation

Brian just makes sense.

Brian Banmiller makes sure that business and economics make sense.

- Daniel Yergin | Award-Winning Author, "The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money and Power"

Excellent anecdotes.

Very good speaker. What was best with his presentation was when he went off script and began to share stories and anecdotes.

- David Damron | Partner, Ernst & Young LLP - Phoenix

Richard Branson

Billionaire Entrepreneur / Virgin Founder

John Chen

CEO, Blackberry

Jack Welch

Chariman & CEO, General Electric

John Sculley

Former CEO, Apple

John McCain

United States Senator

Jay Wright

Head Coach, Villanova Basketball

Tiki Barber

NFL Star / Entrepreneur

Drew Barrymore

Actress / Author / Director

Whoopi Goldberg

Actress / Comedian / Author

Tim Mondavi

Celebrated Winemaker

Diane Sawyer

Famous Television Journalist

Tony La Russa

Pro Baseball Player / Chief MLB Data Analyst

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Inflation Nation

by Brian Banmiller | April 6, 2023 | CBS Radio Report | 0 Comments

Listen Now: Subscribe on iTunes Retailers have a new plan to fight inflation, big spenders. I’m Brian Banmiller on Business. Don’t be surprised if you start finding more high-end items on grocery store shelves. Companies from toothpaste makers to discount...

Extinct Meat

by Brian Banmiller | April 6, 2023 | CBS Radio Report | 0 Comments

Listen Now: Subscribe on iTunes Want to expand your palate, science is cooking up something new. I’m Brian Banmiller on Business. Recently an Australian company introduced a meatball made of lab-grown cultured meat. But not just any meat, it had been made...

Spicing up the Bottom Line

by Brian Banmiller | April 6, 2023 | CBS Radio Report | 0 Comments

Listen Now: Subscribe on iTunes New Mexico is heating up production of its most famous crop. I’m Brian Banmiller on Business. During the last growing season, New Mexico produced more than 53 tons of chilly peppers. An increase from the year before thanks...

Expanding the Business

by Brian Banmiller | April 6, 2023 | CBS Radio Report | 0 Comments

Listen Now: Subscribe on iTunes World Wrestling Entertainment is expanding the family. Brian Banmiller on Business. In 1982 Vince McMahon purchased capitol wrestling from his father. Over the years with the help of stars such as Hulk Hogan, Andre the...

Saving Time and Money

by Brian Banmiller | April 6, 2023 | CBS Radio Report | 0 Comments

Listen Now: Subscribe on iTunes Having trouble getting your point across? Try a little science. I’m Brian Banmiller on Business. Being easy to understand can save you both time and money. Unfortunately, it’s a trait difficult to master. Instead, a lot of...

Top Articles

Turning Lemons into Lemonade to Survive

by Brian Banmiller | August 24, 2020 | Article | 0 Comments

In a TV news production meeting a few years back, a very self-absorbed managing editor accused me of using too many “clichés” in my business stories.

A Sad History of Hate: Remembering Moscone and Milk

by Brian Banmiller | November 27, 2018 | Article | 0 Comments

Today marks the 40-year anniversary of the assassinations of San Francisco Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk. I reflect on my time with the two legends, with a look at how a sad past can, unfortunately, also be a prologue.

San Francisco 49er’s Dwight Clark’s Biggest Score: Answering His Phone

by Brian Banmiller | June 7, 2018 | Article | 0 Comments

A tribute to Dwight Clark, one of the San Francisco 49ers most beloved players. Recalling my time the generous football great, beloved by all.

Political Compromise: A Dying Art

by Brian Banmiller | May 11, 2018 | Article | 0 Comments

Two-term California Republican Governor George Deukmejian, who died of natural causes, marks the passing of yet another of “the old guard”—those seasoned political veterans who knew that reaching across the aisle was the best way to move our country forward.

6 Ways AI Is Upending Real Estate Business

by Brian Banmiller | April 26, 2018 | Article | 0 Comments

AI is radically transforming one of the world’s biggest businesses, and millions could lose their coveted jobs. Those who embrace the shift could reap huge rewards. Whether you’re a broker, investor, builder, retailer, or a homebuyer/seller, here are 6 tips to help you come out on top in a changing market.

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About Brian

Years Experience

TV / Radio / Print / Web Reports

Current Weekly Radio Audience

“The Technology Tornado: Media & Communications in the Modern Era”

Current Speech Topics

Endorsements for Brian

A superb keynote for your conference.

Brian gives audiences the tools to thrive.

One of the finest journalists I've met.

Simply put, Brian gets it.

Entertaining to millions.

One of the best reporters in the country.

Brian just makes sense.

Excellent anecdotes.

Popular Reports, Articles & Videos

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