Aisling Connaughton

TEDx speaker and B Leader helping brands transform sustainability from burden to business advantage.

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I rarely come across real talents who stand out like Aisling. She is motivated, insightful and incredibly hard-working. Beyond that, she is a passionate and skilful individual, always prompt to go the extra mile to achieve great goals. I had the pleasure of working with Aisling for two years at Huawei, collaborating on several exciting projects. Aisling’s ability to handle multiple projects was unlike any I’ve seen before and made a dramatic increase in the productivity level of Huawei. Of all my years working in the industry, Aisling is one of the people I have most enjoyed working with.

Mirko Maccarrone

Group Brand Director | Public Speaker | Guest Lecture

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As co-founder of the certified B Corp consultancy Cyd Connects, Aisling Connaughton has helped countless organizations transform their sustainability ambitions into actionable business strategies. Her work empowers leadership teams to align purpose with performance, making sustainability a catalyst for growth, not a compliance checklist.
A TEDx speaker and highly sought-after guest lecturer at institutions like London Business School, EADA Barcelona, and Goldsmiths University, Aisling excels at breaking down complex ESG and sustainability concepts into clear, inspiring messages. Her talks energize audiences and provide a strategic foundation for real organizational change.
Aisling served as the Global Head of PR for Liz Earle Beauty Co., where she led international brand communications for one of the UK’s most respected sustainable beauty brands. Her experience offers invaluable insight into how to build and communicate brand purpose, and how to authentically embed sustainability into company culture.

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Turning Sustainability Into a Strategic Business Superpower

Book a keynote that transforms sustainability into a growth strategy. TEDx speaker and B Leader Aisling Connaughton helps organizations cut through ESG complexity, align with the UN SDGs, and unlock the business value of purpose-driven leadership, energizing teams to take impactful, measurable action.

Keynote Speaker Aisling Connaughton is a globally respected voice in sustainability, purpose-driven business, and brand transformation. As co-founder of Cyd Connects, a certified B Corp sustainability consultancy, she helps organizations accelerate the UN Sustainable Development Goals through clear, inspiring, and actionable strategies. Aisling is renowned for turning what often feels like a complex or overwhelming topic into a practical and engaging journey toward impact, culture change, and competitive advantage.

With over 20 years of global experience in PR, marketing, and communications across companies like Huawei, L’Oréal, and Liz Earle Beauty Co., Aisling brings an unmatched blend of corporate insight and sustainability expertise. She’s a TEDx speaker and a guest lecturer at leading institutions including London Business School and EADA Barcelona, where she empowers leaders to integrate purpose with performance.

Aisling’s keynotes are designed to energize leadership teams and align business goals with global sustainability frameworks such as B Corp and the UN Global Compact. Her sessions are dynamic, accessible, and highly relevant for companies ready to lead with values and build long-term brand trust.

Book Aisling Connaughton for your event if you're looking to inspire meaningful change, unlock ESG value, and equip your teams with the mindset and tools to thrive in a purpose-led economy. Let your audience walk away motivated, informed, and ready to act.

Customer Reviews

Mirko Maccarrone Group Brand Director | Public Speaker | Guest Lecture

Working with Aisling has been a real highlight for me at Huawei. She brought a real spark to the team, mixing expertise and knowledge in the industry with an ability to motivate groups to push forwards and deliver integrated PR plans. From launch events and complex media stakeholder management, to fighting fires and building long term PR credibility Aisling is able to do this all in her stride, while managing and educating those around her in the ways of global Gold media management. Any organisation would be lucky to count Aisling as part of their team.

William Tyler Senior Manager Brand Campaigns - Group Communications & Brand - Secondment

Aisling is certainly the best PR professional I have ever worked with. She is what I would call the perfect 'modern PR' leader : strategic, creative, digital savvy, results driven, with a holistic approach (working hand in hand with marketing) and an amazing attention to detail. She excels in managing major events, our agency partners (TCS) and her own team. She has also built a very strong and productive working relationship with our brand founder and our global ambassadors. Aisling obviously knows and has the respect of all the key beauty influencers (and not only in the UK) and has also a strong network outside the industry. She has a true global mindset. Aisling is a key asset of my team : working with her has always been a great pleasure. It goes without saying that I would highly recommend Aisling !

Arnaud M. CEO at JELLYCAT

Keynotes

Keynote by Aisling Connaughton:

Sustainability in Business

Risk mitigation: How Sustainability is Shaping Competitive Advantage

Explore how sustainability is no longer just a choice but a critical strategy for resilience and growth. This keynote unpacks the transformative power of sustainable business models and their role in driving long-term value.

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B Corp

The B Corp Revolution: Why Purpose-Driven Business is the Future
Discover why B Corps are redefining success in business. This session explores the history of B Corp and the Version 7 of the standards announced in April 2025. Tailored for certified B Corps as required.

To B Corp or not to B Corp
For anyone who wants to learn more or is unsure whether B Corp certification is the right option for their business.

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Keynote by Aisling Connaughton:

Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive/CSRD

Navigating the New Era of Transparency: Mastering CSRD for Business Growth

With the CSRD reshaping reporting standards, this keynote offers clear guidance on what businesses need to know. Learn how transparency and accountability are not just compliance issues but opportunities for brand trust and market leadership.

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Keynote by Aisling Connaughton:

Sustainable Leadership

Leading with Purpose: How Sustainable Leadership Transforms Business and Society

Exceptional leadership in the 21st century demands a commitment to sustainability. This session dives into how leaders can inspire change, champion sustainable practices, and create lasting impact for both business and community.

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Regenerative Business

Rethinking the Climate Crisis: A Regenerative Future

What if the climate crisis isn’t the root problem, but merely a symptom of a broken system? This keynote uncovers how our extractive economy is driving the crisis and how practices like Vipassana meditation, the principles of a regenerative economy, and the B Corp movement offer a path to real change by facing uncomfortable truths and rethinking our approach to business.

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Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Inclusive by Design: How DEI and Neurodiversity Drive Innovation

Aisling Connaughton is neurodivergent, and in this keynote she shares her lived experiences and belief that neurodiversity is a powerful engine for innovation. Learn how building inclusive workplaces unlocks new perspectives, drives creativity, and strengthens organisational resilience.

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Keynote by Aisling Connaughton:

Circular Economy

Waste to Wealth: Harnessing the Power of the Circular Economy

The linear "take-make-dispose" model is giving way to circularity. Discover how shifting to circular business models not only reduces waste but also opens new revenue streams and sustainable growth opportunities.

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Keynote by Aisling Connaughton :

Sustainable Development Goals

From Ambition to Action: Aligning Business with the UN SDGs

Learn how businesses of all sizes can align their strategies with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to drive social impact and economic growth. Cyd Connects is a member of the UN Global Compact, and this talk highlights practical steps to integrate SDGs into business operations and decision-making.

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