Hayley Barnard

Unconscious bias and inclusive leadership – Hayley Barnard’s keynotes challenge biases and inspire action, transforming workplace diversity into a business strength.

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Hayley is an absolute gem of a speaker! We had had Hayley speak at two employee engagement events back when I was at Capital One. She made such a lasting impression that when we started to plan a DE&I event here at HSBC, it was a no brainer to secure Hayley as one of our keynote speakers.

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Why you should book Hayley Barnard for your next event

As Managing Director of MIX Diversity Developers, Hayley helped organizations revolutionize their approach to inclusion, earning a nomination for HR Supplier of the Year.
With audiences of up to 3,000, Hayley delivers compelling keynotes on inclusive leadership, unconscious bias, and DE&I strategies that drive organizational transformation.
Hayley has guided executive teams at major brands like Microsoft, Capital One, and Lidl, providing high-impact strategies to embed diversity and inclusion into leadership.

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CEO, Mix Diversity & Lead DE&I Coach

Hayley Barnard is a dynamic DE&I expert and keynote speaker who empowers organizations to build inclusive, high-performing teams. With board-level experience, data-driven insights, and real-world strategies, she transforms workplace culture, tackling unconscious bias and driving innovation. Her impactful keynotes inspire action, helping businesses achieve measurable change and lasting success.

Keynote Speaker Hayley Barnard is a highly sought-after expert in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) and Inclusive Leadership, helping organizations transform workplace culture, enhance innovation, and drive business success.

As the CEO of MIX Diversity Developers, Hayley has worked with executive teams at global companies like Microsoft, Capital One, Lidl, and Roche, delivering practical, data-driven strategies that help leaders foster truly inclusive environments.

With a reputation for delivering engaging, thought-provoking keynotes, Hayley makes complex DE&I challenges accessible, using compelling storytelling, real-life case studies, and humor to inspire change. She specializes in unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, and gender equality, equipping businesses with the knowledge and tools to create fairer workplaces, improve talent retention, and unlock the power of diverse teams.

Hayley’s expertise extends beyond corporate settings—she was invited to advise the Irish Government on Gender Pay Gap Reporting, influencing national policies on workplace equality. Her insights are not just theoretical; they are proven, actionable solutions that organizations can implement immediately to achieve measurable impact.

If your organization is ready to drive real change, boost employee engagement, and gain a competitive advantage, book Hayley Barnard for your event and empower your leadership teams with the skills to build a more inclusive and successful future.

Customer Reviews

Amber Cross Global Head of Internal Comms, HSBC

Hayley was our guest speaker at our Altrad leadership seminar in Tarragona, Spain. With her incredible positive energy and kind heart, Hayley was able to convince the mostly male public of the need for D&I.

Myriam Daenen CFO, Altrad

Thank you for your inspiring, engaging and insightful presentation during our Leadership Conference. You raised our awareness but also our confidence in this important topic.

Volker Zoller President EMEA, Essity

Hayley recently delivered her inspiring session to over 3000 people at our annual conference. She really tailored her messaging to our colleagues and business and managed to make D&I practical and tangible. I know she has already received really great feedback from the audience, and we continue to hear how enlightening, thought provoking and interesting her session was.

Steven Evans Global Head of Wellness & Inclusion, Specsavers

Hayley was fantastic, full of energy and gave us great insights and tools to take ourselves to the next level. She also spent significant time with us prior to the conference to understand the context of the in-house counsel and customise the message to the challenges we face in our roles. It was a pleasure to work with her.

Maria Rocha Barros Senior VP & Chief Legal Officer, Booking.com

Hayley spoke to our whole firm as part of our IWD events. Her talk was a fantastic mix of theory, practical tips and personal anecdotes and struck the perfect note. We've had some great feedback and it's created just the right platform for further conversations and work. I'd highly recommend Hayley to anyone looking for something similar.

Eleanor Tanner Chief People Officer, Shoosmiths

Hayley’s style, tone and content was spot on!

Rick Lee CPO, Willmott Dixon

Hayley’s contribution was vital - she demonstrated that Diversity and Inclusion isn't an HR issue but a company-wide opportunity. She equipped our leadership team with DEI knowledge, confidence and motivation.

Amanda Cherry Director, Aspect Capital

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Keynotes

Keynote by Hayley Barnard: Diversity & Inclusion

Inspiring inclusion for greater retention, innovation & profitability.

Hayley Barnard is one of the world’s leading authorities on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, known for her action-oriented, transformative speeches that have inspired audiences around the globe since 2013. Hayley’s unique style blends deep expertise with humour and approachability, making her an invaluable addition to any event.

Book Hayley and you will never get a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Every speech is tailored meticulously to the audience and organisation, a strategy that has made her a favourite with clients as diverse as Microsoft, Just Eat and the NHS.

Organisations – and people – don't change overnight. Hayley’s aim is to meet people where they are and equip them to take the next step, from challenging some of their own biases, to stepping out of their comfort zone.

Whether delivering a speech to an audience of thousands, a workshop for CEOs or a webinar for dispersed leaders, Hayley’s relaxed style invites candid discussion on difficult issues - creating a real buzz amongst teams and audiences.

Example talks:

Biased, who me?
Unconscious Bias (implicit bias) – we all have it! This talk will explain how to spot it and what you can do to reduce its impact at work.
Inclusion leadership.
Inspiring leaders to champion diversity, equity and inclusion. Practical steps to overcome bias and build diverse and inclusive team.
How to be an ally.
Three ways to be a better ally in the workplace and how your privilege may be getting in the way.
Why D&I is good for business
Unpacking the business case for diversity and why equity and inclusion is worth fighting for. Also, what’s in it for you.

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Keynote by Hayley Barnard: Unconscious Bias

Hayley Barnard is a world-renowned speaker on DEI and unconscious bias. Her fun, thought-provoking and interactive speeches will equip your audience with a comprehensive understanding of unconscious bias, enabling them to recognise and mitigate its effects in their daily interactions and professional settings.

Each organisation has its own unique challenges. Hayley customises every presentation to suit the specific needs and goals of your company. By conducting thorough research and understanding your organisation's context, she ensures that her content resonates with your audience and delivers practical strategies to address unconscious bias effectively.

Beyond simply inspiring awareness, Hayley focuses on providing tangible solutions that drive lasting change. With humour, personal insight and real-life examples, she expertly demonstrates how unconscious bias impacts decision-making, talent acquisition, leadership and team interactions.

Hayley’s dynamic delivery style encourages meaningful discussions around unconscious bias to stimulate self-reflection and inspire positive change.

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Keynote by Hayley Barnard: Inspirational female speaker on personal leadership

Hayley is a world-renowned motivational speaker, delivering inspirational speeches to company conferences, annual meetings and corporate events. Her distinctive blend of humour, professional insight and personal experience will capture your audience’s imagination, empowering each delegate to make meaningful change and believe in their own potential.

From trekking across the Arctic, swimming the English Channel and running three successful companies, Hayley knows a thing or two about maintaining motivation. She brings this experience, as well as a deep understanding of workplace culture and challenges, to every speech - equipping companies with the necessary tools to foster a healthy and resilient workforce.

Although Hayley’s delivery is relaxed and light-hearted, every motivational speech is rigorously prepared behind the scenes to meet the needs of its audience.

It’s this combination of personalised content and approachable, natural style that’s made Hayley a favourite with clients as diverse as H&M, Vodafone, and Capital One.

Example talks:

Move into th fast lane.
Fearless ambition, pushing yourself to upskill and try new things.
Balanced leadership.
What’s it like on the other side of you as a leader? Self-awareness and influence.
If you don't ask, you don't get.
Overcoming self-doubt, stopping self-sabotage, aiming high, having a plan to get there.
Overcoming imposter syndrome.
What it is, how it holds people back, what practical steps you can take to overcome it.