Ayn Rand Lecture 2025: Lance Forman
Join us for our annual Ayn Rand Lecture 2025 with Lance Forman on Wednesday, 22nd October.
From fighting the European Union as an MEP to running an iconic salmon business, Lance Forman embodies the Randian spirit of independence. In this lecture, Lance will share his battle with the government after it attempted to compulsorily purchase his business, before broadening the discussion to the role of the state in British public life. We often talk about growth, but it is rare to hear directly from the people who are truly responsible for delivering it. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from Lance and connect with leaders from Westminster, business, and beyond.
Lance Forman is a former MEP and business leader. Having previously been a Conservative MEP from 2019 - 2020, Lance is the 4th generation CEO of 'H. Forman and Son', one of the country's leading smokeries. With his indomitable work ethic and fierce courage, Lance embodies the Randian spirit of of hard work and individualism.
A bit more about these lectures:
Every year, the Adam Smith Institute hosts the Ayn Rand Lecture to commemorate the work and thought of Ayn Rand. One of the most important writers in liberal thought, Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism and her literary contributions have been instrumental in making the case for self-reliance, personal excellence and individualism.
Housekeeping:
Date: Wednesday, 22nd October 2025
Time: Doors open 6pm sharp
Venue: Drapers' Hall, Throgmorton Ave, London EC2N 2DQ
Refreshments provided 🍷