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Diversity and inclusion Speaker

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Workplaces with diverse and inclusive cultures benefit greatly from diversity of thought, talent, experience and knowledge. This leads to a happier, more fulfilled and more productive workforce and a much more successful organisation.

20 Speakers

Somi Arian

Somi Arian is a Tech-Philosopher, Filmmaker, Author, Entrepreneur, Investor, and LinkedIn Top Voice. With a background in philosophy of science and technology, Somi describes her role in society as a 'Transition Architect'. As humans merge with technology, and society enters a new phase of human evolution, Somi works on frameworks to address the challenges ahead.

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,

Lorna Collins

Art and creativity helped Lorna recover from 20 years’ of psychiatric illnesses and she now researches arts in health and campaigns to reduce stigma around mental illness

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief,

Stuart Cosgrove

Journalist, author and presenter, advocating the power of culture to make social changes

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Leadership Speakers, Presenters, Social impact,

Lauren Currie OBE

Lauren Currie is a on a mission to democratise leadership development and boost women's confidence in a business context

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief,

Suranjana Ghosh

Based in India, Suranjana has faced a number of adversities in her life and is driven by determination to make social impact in the areas of gender, disability and diversity

Diversity and inclusion, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,

FREE USE: FEBRUARY 20 2021: Today Jasmine Harrison, a 21-year-old from North Yorkshire, set a new world record for the youngest female solo rower to row any ocean after completing the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Jasmine from team Rudderly Mad crossed the 3,000 mile Atlantic in 70 days, 3 hours and 48 minutes and raised over £11K for Shelterbox & Blue Marine Foundation.

Jasmine Harrison

At the age of 21, Jasmine became the youngest woman in the world to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean – and the youngest female to row solo across any ocean

Diversity and inclusion, Resilience and self belief,

John Hatfield

Former journalist and editor, unlocking the power of words to influence and persuade

Diversity and inclusion, Leadership Speakers, Social impact,

Mollie Hughes

The youngest woman in the world to ski solo to the South Pole, also successfully summited both north and south sides of Mount Everest and first female President of Scouts Scotland

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief,

Cor Hutton

Quadruple amputee, single mother, activist, charity founder, world record holder and the first Scot to receive a double hand transplant

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,

Rupal Patel

The CIA intelligence-officer-turned-serial entrepreneur helps leaders and teams think bigger, lead better, and be bolder as they build businesses that thrive with purpose.

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief,

Gail Porter

The television presenter and personality is using the ups and downs of her life, particularly her experiences of mental health illness, to help others

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Presenters, Resilience and self belief,

David Reilly

Disability sports writer with cerebral palsy, outdoor enthusiast encouraging the pursuit of what you love to fulfil your physical and academic potential

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief,

Naomi Riches MBE

A ParaRower who is registered blind, Naomi has won Gold at the 2012 Paralympics, six world championships titles and a world record for being the first and fastest woman to row the navigable Thames

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief,

Manal Rostom

Dubai-based Egyptian athlete, mountaineer, Nike Running ambassador and women’s rights activist Manal embodies our ethos of ‘inspiration with impact’ having used her ideas, passion and positivity to change perceptions and lives around the world

Diversity and inclusion, Resilience and self belief,

Nour Shaker Fayad

Nour is a senior tech professional strongly committed to driving positive change in the workplace and society around LGBTQ+ and Transgender experience

Diversity and inclusion, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,

Sara Sheridan

Feminist, activist, author, perfumer, journalist, board member, charity patron, blogger… Sara has many fascinating strings to her bow and inspires and challenges open minds in equal measure

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion,

Ros Taylor

Clinical psychologist, executive coach, specialising in unlocking the potential in individuals and teams, encouraging confidence and creativity

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief,

Nicki Williams

The founder of Happy Hormones for Life is an award-winning nutritionist, author, speaker and women’s health expert helping companies support female employees before, during and after menopause

Diversity and inclusion, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief,

Laura Willis

Laura is one of the UK’s leading experts on managing mental wellbeing in a digital age and a thought-leader on finding balance and thriving in our always-on culture

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Leadership Speakers, Mental health and wellbeing, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,

Mel Young MBE

Social entrepreneur and global changemaker, passionate about ending global poverty and also the role sport can play in society. Based in Edinburgh, Mel has spoken all over the world, from the Sydney Opera House to the World Economic Forum in Davos, and to everyone from world leaders to schoolchildren

Creativity and innovation, Diversity and inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Speakers, Resilience and self belief, Social impact,