Vince Cable is an economist, author and former UK Cabinet Minister, best known for his tenure as Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills. With a career spanning politics, academia and industry, he has played a significant role in shaping UK economic policy and industrial strategy. Before entering politics, Vince worked as Chief Economist at Shell and held senior roles at the World Bank, bringing deep expertise in global economics, finance and public policy. He later served as Leader of the Liberal Democrats and remains a prominent voice on economic reform, business, and the future of the UK economy.