Eleanor Mills

Founder of NOON & Expert on the Longevity Economy and 'Queenager' Generation

Headshot of Eleanor Mills, women, work and societal change keynote speaker, represented by 92 Speakers Bureau

Eleanor Mills is a pre-eminent cultural commentator and the definitive architect of the "Queenager" movement. As the founder of NOON, a platform for midlife reinvention, she has fundamentally reshaped how global brands and institutions view the power of women over 50. Drawing on a career as Editorial Director of The Sunday Times, Eleanor deconstructs the longevity economy, proving that an aging workforce is not a crisis but a strategic growth opportunity. She operates at the critical intersection of consumer psychology and organisational design, helping leaders move beyond "gendered ageism" to build cultures that retain senior talent and tap into the UK’s most significant spending demographic.

In a live forum, Eleanor is an electric and high-impact storyteller, translating proprietary research into a rigorous framework for institutional stewardship. She provides the strategic clarity required to synchronise demographic strategy with commercial execution, demonstrating why the midlife pivot is essential for modern business resilience. Leaders will leave with a sophisticated blueprint for managing change, gaining the tools to harness the "midlife pound" and transform workforce "churn" into a powerful engine for long-term performance.

Signature Keynotes

  • What organisations are missing.

  • Why experience matters more than ever.

  • Understanding change before it forces action.

  • Building organisations for longevity.

  • How narratives shape leadership decisions.

The Mills Effect

Leadership thinking becomes broader, more inclusive, and future-aware.

Audiences gain the ability to:

  • Recognise overlooked talent and experience

  • Understand the impact of life stages on performance

  • Rethink gender, work, and leadership models

  • Build cultures that reflect demographic reality

  • Lead change with social and commercial awareness

Why Book Eleanor

Eleanor Mills is trusted by organisations that want to stay relevant as society changes. Her insight resonates with boards and senior leaders responsible for workforce strategy, inclusion, and long-term sustainability.

She brings journalistic clarity, founder perspective, and cultural authority.

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