Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Speakers
Diversity, equity and inclusion are not initiatives to tick off a list. They are central to how organisations attract talent, build culture and perform at their best. Audiences now expect DEI conversations to be honest, practical and rooted in real experience.
If you are looking to book diversity, equity and inclusion speakers who can deliver that depth, our diversity and inclusion speakers are selected for their ability to challenge, educate and support meaningful action. They bring lived experience, professional expertise and evidence based strategies to help organisations create workplaces where people can contribute and thrive, whether you are planning a conference, training programme or leadership event.
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POA POA: Contact Us Named as one of the “100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century”, Billie Jean King won 39 Grand Slam titles during her tennis career, and has long been a pioneer for equality and social justice.
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E E: £2k-£5k Bonita Norris holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ascend the summit of Everest and reach the North Pole. Her talks empowers audiences with the determination and belief needed to overcome their personal challenges, akin to conquering their own Everest.
POA POA: Contact Us Bozoma “Boz” Saint John has earned a formidable reputation as a trailblazing brand and marketing executive and genuine change-agent who is the current Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix.
D D: £5k-£10k Brenda Della Casa is a journalist, author, women's issues advocate, and social media expert.
E E: £2k-£5k A warm, funny and hugely successful business leader and entrepreneur, Cally Beaton has spent the last 3 decades working in high profile international media roles.
D D: £5k-£10k Caroline Flanagan is an inspirational keynote speaker, transformational coach, author and creator of the Imposter Speech. She hosts the Caroline Flanagan Podcast for high achievers. Caroline also works with global organisations to increase the number of women and people of colour in leadership.
POA POA: Contact Us Entrepreneur and motivational speaker Caroline founded IDOLOGY, a movement dedicated to helping individuals and organisations be original versions of themselves.
E E: £2k-£5k Co-founder of FreshMinds, one of the fastest growing companies in the UK, Caroline Plumb OBE is an inspirational speaker on entrepreneurialism.
C C: £10k-£15k Carrie Gracie is the former BBC China editor and a passionate workplace equality campaigner. She has been a BBC journalist for more than 30 years and a China watcher for even longer.
E E: £2k-£5k Olympic rower, conflict diplomat and author Cath Bishop is an inspiring keynote speaker who relates her experiences to practical strategies that enable people to unlock their full potential.
D D: £5k-£10k Catherine Garrod leads Compelling Culture, guiding organisations to bridge experience gaps and foster inclusion for a future-ready approach through actionable insights.
E E: £2k-£5k Catherine is an esteemed journalist, best-selling author, and has been named as one of the most Influential People in Global Policy. She is also the President of the Women’s Equality Party, and co-founder of the Primadonna Festival, an event dedicated to giving emerging talent a chance to shine.
E E: £2k-£5k Cathy O'Dowd has climbed Everest twice, she draws on her experiences to talk about issues of teamwork, risk assessment, self motivation and tackling overwhelming challenges.
E E: £2k-£5k Charlie Martin is a racing driver aiming to make history as the first ever transgender competitor in the 24hrs of Le Mans.
D D: £5k-£10k Charlotte Pearson, a mental health advocate and model, leads impactful initiatives supporting neurodiversity and parent-carers of children with special needs, while her modelling work promotes inclusivity and collaboration with diverse brands.
POA POA: Contact Us Cherie Blair, CBE, QC is a leading human rights lawyer and a passionate campaigner for women’s equality across the world. Her determination to help women overcome prejudice has seen her visit and speak in many countries
D D: £5k-£10k Chidera Eggerue, also known as 'The Slumflower', is an award-winning blogger and author with a fast-growing audience of over 100,000 across social media.
D D: £5k-£10k Changing your gender from female to male takes balls. Chris shares his inspirational story and how we have the power to control how others define us.
C C: £10k-£15k Claire Williams OBE is the former Deputy Team Principal of Williams Racing, now a speaker and advisor on high-performance leadership, diversity, and innovation in motorsport.
E E: £2k-£5k Former professional footballer and Mind ambassador.
C C: £10k-£15k Dame Evelyn Glennie is one of the world's most recognised percussionists. She perfomed at the London 2012 opening ceremony to enormous acclaim.
D D: £5k-£10k Dame Inga Beale is a British businesswoman with over three decades of experience. She was the first female CEO at Lloyd's shares her knowledge on what it means to lead cultural change, break glass ceilings and build inclusive environments at work.
E E: £2k-£5k Danielle St James is a prominent figure within the LGBTQ+ community and founder and CEO of Not A Phase, the only charity in the UK which solely focuses on the support trans+ adults.
E E: £2k-£5k Amputee, Paralympic Champion, European Champion and World Champion, Danny Crates is one of the world’s most inspiring motivational speakers.
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Our diversity and equality speakers challenge thinking and inspire action. They share lived experiences, research and practical strategies to create fairer, more inclusive workplaces. Their talks are honest, empowering and solution-focused — sparking conversations that lead to lasting cultural change.
Yes. Many highlight how inclusion drives innovation, creativity and better decision-making. They connect DEI principles to leadership, talent development and customer engagement, helping audiences see diversity not just as the right thing to do, but the smart thing to do.
They’re ideal for leadership conferences, HR and culture events, or awareness days such as International Women’s Day or Pride Month. Their talks resonate across all audiences, providing powerful perspective and encouraging action.
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