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Many of our speakers also dedicate their time to presenting, to further inspire audiences. From presenting media segments on TV and radio shows to podcasts and award ceremonies.

15 Presenters

John Barclay

Rugby has taught John Barclay a huge amount about topics that individuals and organisations from all walks of life can benefit from – such as transforming team culture, the importance of strong leadership, self-belief, self-doubt and overcoming adversity

Leadership, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Stuart Cosgrove

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

Diversity and Inclusion Speakers, Innovation and creativity, Leadership, Presenters, Social impact,

Russell Dalgleish

Entrepreneur, strategist, investor, board advisor, creating supportive work cultures which unlock potential

Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Presenters,

Rona Dougall

Broadcast journalist and television presenter who hosts conferences, debates and awards

Fred MacAulay

Award-winning comedian and broadcaster, who talks about seizing opportunity, career reinvention and resilience, sharing his journey from finance to comedy and the hard-won perspective gained through serious adversity.

Entrepreneurship, Innovation and creativity, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Anna Macdonald

Anna Macdonald CFA is a seasoned investment professional with more than two decades of experience in the financial sector. As the investment strategy director with Hargreaves Lansdown, she brings deep expertise in global equities and macroeconomic trends.

Dr Cal Major BVM&S MRCVS MSc

Award-winning Ocean Advocate and storyteller, World Record stand-up paddleboard adventurer, film and TV presenter and Veterinarian. Cal is passionate about connecting people to our ocean for its mental health benefits and to inspire stewardship of our natural world, and is the founder of Paddle Against Plastic and the UK charity Seaful.

Environment & Sustainability, Mental Health and Wellbeing Speakers, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Alex Massie

Alex is one of Scotland’s best-known political journalists and commentators, bringing sharp, independent analysis of UK politics, Scottish constitutional debate, and global economic trends.

Entrepreneurship, Innovation and creativity, Leadership, Presenters,

Gavin Oattes

Gavin Oattes is an international keynote speaker, award-winning comedian and bestselling author. His latest keynote and book, Confidently Lost, inspire audiences to find joy, resilience and confidence in uncertain times through humour, humanity and powerful storytelling

Innovation and creativity, Leadership, Mental Health and Wellbeing Speakers, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

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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 Speakers, Mental Health and Wellbeing Speakers, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Kylie Reid

Event Host, Community Leader & Founder of the largest network for women in Scotland - egg

Entrepreneurship, Innovation and creativity, Presenters,

Hazel Robertson

Certified mindset coach, explorer, ultrarunner, entrepreneur, with a deep passion for living sustainably and helping purpose-driven people overcome busyness to create more impact in the world.

Environment & Sustainability, Mental Health and Wellbeing Speakers, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Michelle Thomson

Concert pianist, financial services leader, parliamentarian. Michelle's career has crossed disciplines most people never enter once, and she draws on all of them when she speaks.

Diversity and Inclusion Speakers, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,

Eleanor Tucker

Eleanor Tucker is an author and journalist whose debut novel Turn Back Time explores midlife, identity and how society pressures women to stay young forever. With a background spanning advertising and publishing, Eleanor brings a unique perspective to conversations about ageing, self-image, reinvention and storytelling. Her talks are honest, funny and thought-provoking – ideal for audiences navigating their own 'what now?' moments.

Innovation and creativity, Presenters,

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Owen Wyatt

Owen Wyatt is a media executive, commercial growth leader, journalist and speaker on business growth, media, trust, resilience and the UK economy. He is Chief Growth Officer at DC Thomson, working across the group’s media, energy, B2B and specialist publishing brands.

Entrepreneurship, Innovation and creativity, Leadership, Presenters, Resilience and Self Belief,