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The speakers listed are viewed as strong women speakers and are the perfect addition to your event. They are passionate, driven and charismatic, they will fire up your team on any topic.

They speak on all topics including digital transformation, sales, marketing, activism, entrepreneurship, mindfulness and more. Let us help you select one of our game changing speakers for your next event.

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Nely Galán

Nely Galán's commitment to teaching women to become financially self-reliant is not in doubt. What a befitting cause for a self-made entrepreneur!

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Have a business? That's fine, but why not try a side hustle like Nely? A serial entrepreneur, Nely has built multiple booming businesses from scratch, but the reason she could retire at age 45 was her side hustle; she bought buildings and became a...
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Dame Inga Beale

A corporate policy implementation expert, Inga Beale is an influential public speaker. She is booked frequently to speak on numerous topics, including cultural change, tradition, modernization, building diverse businesses, and inclusive workplaces.

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Dame Inga Beale is a British entrepreneur best-known for being the first female CEO of Lloyd's of London, a position she has since stepped down from. Under her belt is over 30 years of experience in the financial world. While working for the...
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Naomi Schiff

Naomi Schiff is a successful racing driver and television presenter, known for her achievements in international racing and as an ambassador and presenter for the W series, and joining the Sky Sports F1 team in 2022.

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Naomi Schiff is a Rwandan-Belgian racing driver and television presenter. She has competed in multiple international racing championships, achieving success in events such as the Clio Cup China Series and 24 Hours of Nurburgring. In 2019, she was...
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Kellie Maloney

Kellie Maloney was one of Britain's leading boxing promoters and managed heavyweight champion, Lennox Lewis. When Kellie announced her plans to transition and undergo gender reassignment, she helped to change perceptions of transgender people for the better.

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Announcing her transition in 2014, Kellie Maloney's story was widely reported around the world, which helped to boost the conversation surrounding transgender people and the LGBT community as a whole. While living as her authentic self, Kellie has...
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Somi Arian

As the founder of Smart Cookie Media, Somi Arian speaks about technology innovation, gender gaps, and women's socioeconomics. Her entertaining speeches delve into helping corporations bridge the gap between generations in consumer marketing.

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Arian is an accomplished producer, developing documentaries, films, and reality television shows. She combines her knowledge of digital natives and entertainment to help companies reach consumers. Developing content for top brands, Arian keeps her...
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Captain Sandy Yawn

From near-fatal accidents on land to fires and pirates at sea, Sandy Yawn has seen it all. That means bravery stands out among her qualities. As such, she is the go-to for events regarding ocean life, women in leadership, perseverance, boating, travel, etc.

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With more than three decades of experience in the yachting industry, there isn't any doubt that Sandy is a renowned captain globally. Her affinity for the sea pushed her to the helm of an industry dominated by men. Being detailed and dedicated in...
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Brenda Warner

A marine and a registered nurse, Brenda Warner, is a sought-after speaker who candidly shares her life struggles to help other women. Through her charitable work and message of faith and hope, she inspires people during their own dark days.

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Did you know that Brenda Warner is the wife of Kurt Warner, a celebrated NFL player? While there is power in the name Warner, Brenda has a story and a reputation of her own. As a renowned speaker, she encourages her listeners to be responsible for...
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Valorie Burton

Since 1999, Valorie Burton has been on a mission to inspire others to live more fulfilling lives through thought-provoking talks on topics like Overcoming Diversity, Life Balance, Coaching, and Change management- the list can go on and on.

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Did you know that Valorie Burton is a Certified Executive and Personal Coach and hundreds of clients from at least 40 states and multiple countries have benefitted from her services? She is also the founder and CEO of The Coaching and Positive...
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Samanah Duran

Samanah is known for her ability to obtain high-profile media partnerships, collaborations, and sponsorships. Her keynotes delve into a variety of topics, including marketing, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

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Samanah Duran inspires entrepreneurs through her BEYOUROWN news and digital media company. She offers women a unique perspective and influences an expansive community of female professionals. Hosting monthly club events for BEYOUROWN members, Duran...
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Afua Hagan

TV & Radio Presenter, regularly appears on ITV, BBC, LBC, Times Radio and talkRADIO, Keynote Speaker, Diversity and Inclusion Speaker, Event Host, Moderator and Royal Commentator.

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A TV News Anchor, Commentator, Journalist and award-winning Broadcaster, Afua is in high demand, regularly appearing on ITV’s This Morning, Good Morning Britain, Jeremy Vine on Channel 5, the BBC, Sky and CNN. She is a distinguished Commentator on...
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Maggie Anderson

For her sustained activism and her hard-hitting speeches, the CEO of The Empowerment Experiment Foundation Maggie, was chosen by BET and Centric TV as one of “The Most Fascinating Women of 2016”.

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Maggie, a graduate of Emory University, with a JD and MBA from the University of Chicago, has since devoted her life to the causes of business diversity and inclusion, and economic empowerment and justice. Named “Woman of the Year” by YWCA, and...
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Ayo Sokale

Civil engineer, BBC Presenter, Former Deputy Mayor of Reading, Sustainability & Motivational Speaker, STEM Speaker and Neurodiversity Speaker

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BBC Presenter, Civil Engineer and a leading keynote speaker in her field - Ayo Sokale  possesses an array of talents and expertise, working at the cutting edge of the scientific, environmental and media...
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Zoe Kleinman

Zoe Kleinman - BBC Technology Editor, Presenter, Moderator, Digital Transformation Speaker, Technology Keynote Speaker, Cyber Security Speaker.

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Zoe Kleinman is the BBC’s first ever Technology Editor, appointed to the role in 2021. With over 20 years broadcasting experience, Zoe has spent most of her career as a specialist presenter and reporter covering all areas of the tech agenda. She...
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Anne-Marie Imafidon

Keynote speaker, presenter, and co-founder of the award-winning social enterprise, Stemettes is a prodigy in every sense of the word.

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A recognised and respected thought-leader in the tech space and trustee at the Institute for the Future of Work, Anne-Marie has spoken across the globe for some of the world’s biggest digital companies and conferences, including Facebook, Amazon,...
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Steph Davis

Steph's personal-empowerment talks revolve around her life experiences to those people who are looking to discover their ability to be free and pursue dreams in their respective fields of endeavor.

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Combining words, still images, and videos in telling her story, Steph presents all those amazing feats as merely new ways that helped her discover and conquer fears. This American icon is known to have raised the bar in climbing by pushing the...
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Susie Wolff

Susie shares incredible insights into the fast-growing male-dominated motorsport world and the challenges she faced in the past as a former female racing driver, team owner and CEO of a racing team.

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VENTURI Formula E Team Principal, Susie Wolff began her competitive motorsport career over twenty years ago, starting out as so many of her racing contemporaries did, on the karting track. After cutting her teeth in karting, Formula Renault and DTM...
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Sally Kettle

Inspirational speaker, adventurer and mental health advocate, Sally is the first woman to row the Atlantic Ocean twice from East to West, and once with her mother! Her speeches are honest, hilarious and informative.

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With over a decade of experience Sally is able to take her audience on an exhilarating, and often emotional journey. Her stories of rough seas, wild storms, harsh living and encounters with sharks is delivered in stupendous style; although very...
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Paula Reid

Paula Reid draws on her extreme adventuring experience, business acumen and Masters in Positive Psychology to help individuals and organisations survive and thrive in challenging conditions.

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From Skiing to the South Pole to Yacht Racing round- the-world, Paula Reid has learned to develop the mindset to thrive and perform in the toughest of conditions.  Paula draws on her extreme adventuring experience, extensive business acumen and...
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Dara Torres

Being the oldest swimmer to win an Olympic medal at age 41, Dara shares her inspiring story that you're never too old to break through barriers and make your dreams come true, no matter how big they are.

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Dara Torres is regarded as the fastest American swimmer. She dived into swimming at 14 and represented her country (USA) in the Olympics only ten years later (1994). In 2008, Dara went into history books as the oldest swimmer to participate in the...
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Aimee Mullins

Groundbreaking Athlete, Fashion Icon, Actor, TED All-Star, 2nd Youngest Inductee to the National Women's Hall of Fame, and Design Innovator

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Aimée first received worldwide media attention as an athlete. Born without fibulae in both legs, Aimée’s medical prognosis was discouraging; she was told she would never walk and would likely spend the rest of her life using a wheelchair. In an...
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Sophie Storm Roberts

Founder of TrailBlazers, Adventure athlete, Mindset Coach, Personal trainer and Motivational speaker

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Sophie Storm Roberts is an adventure athlete, mindset coach, personal trainer, motivational speaker and Founder of TrailBlazers - building confidence and courage in girls through the transformational power of...
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Carla Harris

Carla Harris is a Vice Chairman, Managing Director and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley.

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Carla Harris is the past Chair of the Board of the Morgan Stanley Foundation and of The Executive Leadership Council, and sits on the boards of Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO), A Better Chance, Inc, and St. Vincent’s Hospitals, and is...
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Judge Glenda Hatchett

Hatchett is the proud founder of The Hatchett Firm, P.C. located in Atlanta, GA. The firm specializes in risk and crisis management and catastrophic police misconduct cases.

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Hatchett presides over the two-time Emmy nominated nationally syndicated courtroom series, Judge Hatchett, now in its 16th season. Most recently, Hatchett has returned to TV in her new television court series, The Verdict with Judge...
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Samantha Hiew

Director, ADHD Girls | Neurodiversity Speaker, Consultant & Presenter | Empower Girls & Women with ADHD to Thrive in Society | Improve Neurodiversity

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Sam founded ADHD Girls in 2020 before her own ADHD diagnosis at 40, and identifying as an autistic, dyspraxic, and Touretter. She is passionate about reframing the medical labels given to neurodivergents, where we see each individual as more than...
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Ufuk Tarhan

Ufuk Tarhan is one of the leading names in the IT industry in Turkey. A futurist, economist and author, her expertise is well-known around the world, having served as a top executive for many companies.

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Ufuk Tarhan has worked in the IT and telecommunications industries since 1982. Her vast experience and knowledge have seen her appointed to the boards of a number of companies. As an award-winning businesswoman she has used her vast knowledge of the...
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Roz Savage

Roz Savage is helping unlocking courage to overcome the fear that holds people back from leading and living boldly beyond their comfort zones; fostering resilience, personal fulfilment and better results.

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An environmental epiphany led Roz to a radical life change, leaving an 11-year career as a management consultant to become the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. Through her experiences she has gained first-hand...
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Colette Carlson

Hall of Fame keynote speaker and human behavior expert who transforms relationships through the power of connected conversations.

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Keynote speaker Colette Carlson delivers the latest research and strategies specific to women in order to gain the self-awareness and skills necessary to become authentic, credible, and confident leaders. She provides the perfect blend of...
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Geeta Sidhu-Robb

5 time Award Winner of ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Leadership and transformation expert advising CEO’s and senior executives on growth, increased revenues & resilience using health, wellness and mindset tools to create permanent change with humour and inspiration.

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International Keynote speaker Geeta Sidhu-Robb is an ex-lawyer, author, renowned coach, television expert and 5 times award winner of ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’.  She empowers women to step into their most powerful and successful selves by...
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Nicola Adams

As the first woman to achieve an Olympic Boxing Gold medal, Nicola Adams has inspired generations of women to reach their athletic goals and is one of the most influential LGBTQI people in Britain.

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Born in Leeds, Nicola Adams was the first woman to win an Olympic Gold medal for boxing during the London 2012 games. Since then, she has gone on to win the gold medal in the flyweight category at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, along with achieving...
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Michelle King

Creating an office environment suitable for everyone is a fundamental business imperative. The world leading podcaster, journalist and author Michelle King explores strategies for making this a reality.

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Every week Michelle produces a newsletter focused on how men and women can take pro-equality action. Her concerns about female advancement have regularly been explored in the articles that she writes for Forbes and Thrive Global. She gained global...
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Anne-Marie Flammersfeld

Ultra trail runner, coach, writer and motivational keynote speaker. Anne-Marie Flammersfeld uses her personal experiences to give motivational speeches about the mental attitude necessary to succeed.

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Anne-Marie Flammersfeld is a record holding extreme athlete who discovered the joy of running quite late in her life at the age of 31. It was a chance encounter whilst she was on vacation in South America that she discovered the 'Racing The Planet 4...
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Angelica Malin

Author of Unattached, which explores the experiences of single women today. As a columnist for British Vogue, and host of #shestartedit, Malin is an expert in empowering women and helping them to be their best.

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Angela helps people to celebrate the joys of singlehood. Taking a space in life that is often seen as a negative and turning it on its head, Angela uses her life experience to help people make the most of whatever situation they find themselves in....
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Sharon Gai

Chinese-born Canadian with a wealth of knowledge on branding, digital marketing, and eCommerce. She specializes in strategies for the Chinese market and understands the importance of live streaming.

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Sharon Gai began her illustrious career as a Program Manager in Montreal, followed by a year as a Research Assistant at McGill University. Having been selected as one of only 20 professionals for the Alibaba Group's leadership scheme, Sharon rose...
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Lu Parker

Inspiring audiences by sharing poignant anecdotes from her career, Parker shares personal experiences of struggles and successes on the path to her dreams.

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Lu Parker reveals the path to reach her dreams wasn’t easy and offers listeners actionable tools for attaining goals. As a former beauty contestant, she dealt with her share of challenges from competitors. Parker advocates for kind interactions,...
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Tiffani Brooke Fest

Actress, activist, and speaker Tiffani Fest is a compelling voice in educating and empowering women & girls who have suffered from abuse. Tiffani helps her audience turn their suffering into their greatest strength.

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Tiffani Fest is an award winning actress, activist and TEDx speaker. Marrying her on-stage skills as an actress with her field experience as an activist in India and Nepal, she advocates on behalf of women and girls who have suffered sexual violence...
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Suzan Kuijsten

Stress sociologist who is one of the top innovative thinkers in The Netherlands, discusses stress management, where she offers a unique insight on the subject and provides a different point of view to others.

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A top expert in the field of stress and how to manage it, Suzan has written two bestselling books on the subject and contributes to numerous other forms of media. She's a columnist with different media outlets and a successful keynote speaker,...
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Ashley Rhodes-Courter, MSW

Her personal story of resilience, perseverance, and survival inspires audiences of all ages to excel and thrive in their personal and professional lives, despite obstacles.

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Since her first National Keynote at age 14, Ashley Rhodes-Courter has shared her story with thousands in the United States and in over 7 countries. She is the quintessential American success story. Born in 1985 to a single teen mother, by the age of...
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Lauren Maillian

Marketing expert supports businesses to boost their marketing while keeping equality a key factor and to help give your business a whole new focus.

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Lauren Maillian is a change agent committed to diversity, innovation, equity, and inclusion. She’s an award-winning marketer, prolific investor, advisor, entrepreneur, and board member with a multi-hyphenate career spanning over 15 years. She...
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Avery Akkineni

Avery Akkineni: President of Vayner NFT, Former Head of VaynerMedia APAC and Managing Director.

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Avery serves as the President of Vayner NFT. She leads the company's mission to build long-term strategic NFT projects for the world's leading intellectual property owners serving brands, celebrities, athletes and associations looking to incentivize...
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Claude Silver

Motivational speaker specializing in the field of diversity and inclusion, also focusing on the future of work and inspiring the next generation of female entrepreneurs and executives in the workplace.

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The world's first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia, it's Claude Silver's job to ensure that the company’s hundreds of employees feel as though they're being seen and heard. The CEO of VaynerMedia, Gary Vee, considers Claude's role to be the...
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Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal

Dr. Stejskal is considered the #1 international expert on resilience and leadership after conducting a decade and a half of research, giving rise to the evidence-based framework.

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International expert on resilience, in both leadership and life, whose mission is to positively impact the lives of 1 billion people, by enhancing hope, healing, and health through the concepts of resilience. Her work has been featured by news...
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Niven Postma

Leading expert in office politics and women leadership. Helping teams and organisations navigate within strategy, leadership, and culture.

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Niven is a strategy, leadership and culture consultant partnering with clients in diverse industries around the world, to (re)ignite the discretionary energy of people and teams, build an enabling culture and develop meaningful strategies. An...
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Hayley Mulenda

Subsequently, motivational speaker Hayley Mulenda tackles mental health issues head-on in her poignant and inspiring keynote speeches across the globe.

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Hayley Mulenda travels the globe to uplift audiences with inspirational messages. As a survivor of attempted suicide and challenges in her teens, she offers audiences a poignant and impactful presentation with guidance on how to address and...
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Danni Brooke

Danni Brooke is one of the most experienced female undercover investigators, having worked at the undercover officer unit with New Scotland Yard.

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Having joined the police force at just 18 years old, Danni Brooke's aptitude shone through and she was Quickly recruited into the undercover officer unit at New Scotland Yard in London. For the next decade, Danni got involved in high-rise undercover...
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Maja Kazazic

Despite her shocking backstory and the loss of her leg, Maja shows that it's still possible to remain positive and to succeed in overcoming any obstacle with percevernce and teamwork.

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Maja Kazazic was only 16 years old when a grenade detonated in her families courtyard during the Bosnian war, a genocide that killed 250,000 people and injured millions more. 5 of her friends died in the blast, and Maja was left with her legs...
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Lia Garvin

Lia is on a personal mission to make the workplace more humanized. She uses her 10 years of experience to help individuals and teams to reframe how they think and push through to the next level.

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Lia Garvin has experience working with some of the biggest global companies, including technology powerhouses such as Apple and Microsoft. Lia deploys a humanized approach to reframing the mindsets of companies so as to overcome challenges most...
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Holly Robinson Peete

Bringing awareness to important issues, Holly provides a unique perspective to audiences about health, empowerment, inclusion, love and she offers guidance on personal and professional transformation.

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Focusing on topics ranging from women's empowerment to diversity & inclusion, Holly brings a wealth of experience to bear in inspiring others to action. Framing presentations from her own personal experiences, she offers practical tools for...
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Robyn Benincasa

Robyn offers audiences a unique blend of team building strategies designed to enhance overall results, where she helps listeners to breakthrough challenges and create a culture of achievement.

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Robyn brings audiences a relatable, high-energy presentation, which features her “8 Essential Elements of Extreme Performance.” Focusing on overcoming challenges with a winning mindset, her dynamic keynotes have created global buzz. She’s been...
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Michelle Jewsbury

Inspirational speaker and advocate for victims of domestic abuse, uses her nonprofit to reach victims across the globe with hope and encouragement for overcoming the cycle of violence.

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Michelle Jewsbury inspires her listeners to overcome failure and break free from the cycle of abuse. She travels the globe to end domestic violence. After overcoming her own painful experience, she reaches out to women who are caught in a horrific...
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Dr. Makaziwe Mandela

As the daughter of former South African President Nelson Mandela, she continues to advocate for improving the socio-economic conditions of marginalized groups and educating global citizens.

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Makaziwe Mandela follows her father’s lead in advocating for political and social justice. As the eldest daughter of Nelson Mandela, she uses her platform to educate audiences about social issues and to develop relationships with organizations,...
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Yvonne Cagle

She brings a wealth of knowledge about cardiovascular medicine and electrical engineering to global audiences interested in wellness and space travel.

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Dr. Cagle is a popular keynote speaker who, in addition to her work in aerospace medicine, works as an adjunct professor with Stanford University, UTMB, and UC Davis. She holds an M.D. from the University of Washington and earned an honorary Ph.D....
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Mariana Atencio

Award-winning journalist specializes in telling transformational stories, where she creates diverse content, which empowers global audiences.

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Translated into 13 languages, the Tedx talk, What Makes You Special?, introduced Atencio to an international audience when it became one of the 10 most watched videos on YouTube. Her viral popularity set the stage for publication of her...
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Najwa Zebian

Najwa Zebian is an activist, author and poet. As a prolific speaker, she encourages equity and inclusion.

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Najwa Zebian is a Lebanese-Canadian based in Ontario. She came to prominence on Instagram by sharing her poetry and for her role in the Me Too movement. She is a prolific speaker, including one for Tedx Talks. Audiences resonate with Zebian’s...
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Jen Buck

Globally recognized speaker, author, and host who empowers women to build networks, collaborate, and perform at the highest levels.

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As a professional speaker for 30 years, Jen Buck draws audiences of thousands who relish her energy and enthusiasm. With conviction, she offers practical tools for helping leaders to position for success. After a decade of experience working for a...
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Lauren Sisler

Sportscaster and former collegiate gymnast passionate about sports, and even more passionate about telling the stories of the coaches, athletes, and fans who make it more than a game.

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As a freshman she unexpectedly lost both of her parents within hours of each other to their concealed battle with prescription drug addiction; uses her story to help break the stigma and eliminate the shame associated with substance abuse...
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Chloe Madeley

Widely known health, nutritional and fitness expert. A bestselling author with four best-selling fitness books.

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Chloe Madeley has a long history in the media, spending her twenties television presenting, writing various columns and taking part in reality shows such as ITV's Dancing on Ice and Channel 4's The Jump. Chloe is now a health and fitness...
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Dr. Catriona Wallace

An entrepreneur in the AI field, adjunct professor and an expert in digital transformation, the future of work, responsible technology and women in leadership.

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Dr. Catriona Wallace has been recognised by the Australian Financial Review as the Most Influential Woman in Business & Entrepreneurship. As the founder of one of the first Artificial Intelligence companies to list on the Australian Securities...
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Pauline Nguyen

One of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, but with a difference. She has achieved outstanding success as an entrepreneur, author, businesswoman and acclaimed speaker.

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Pauline Nguyen is a best-selling author and award-winning businesswoman – and her achievements are all the more impressive for her having escaped Vietnam on a boat and survived a Thai refugee camp. She has overcome these adverse beginnings to...
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Kate Richardson-Walsh

Professional hockey player Kate Richardson-Walsh shares her insights into inclusion. She helps audiences explore their thoughts on stereotyping and diversity.

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Kate Richardson-Walsh, is the most capped female hockey player in her country’s history, and was captain of GB women’s hockey teams for 13 years. An inspirational and charismatic leader, Kate was one of the many key builders and drivers of...
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Martina Navratilova

Tennis superstar Martina is passionate about many causes and speaks regular on LGBTQ issues, diversity, animal rights, breast cancer awareness, and the environment.

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Martina Navratilova is a professional tennis player, renowned for her incredible record of nine Wimbledon singles wins. As an openly gay sports personality, her life has been filled with challenges, and she is known for her outspoken speeches on...
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Felicity Aston MBE

As the first woman to traverse across Antarctica on skis, Felicity Aston joined the ranks of those who've overcome the seemingly impossible. In 2012, the skier braved challenging conditions to ski 1084 miles alone.

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A climate scientist and polar explorer, Felicity Aston is the first woman to ski across Antartica alone. Felicity's record-breaking excursion across the Antartica in 2012 set the stage for encouraging 10 women to ski across the Middle East and...
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Victoria Pelletier

Victoria Pelletier offers engaging keynote speeches, delivered with authentic and knowledgeable energy, dedicated to going through life without any excuses

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A wife, mother, and executive of corporate entities; Victoria Pelletier has never allowed anything to hold her back. Throughout childhood, Victoria had to deal with significant amounts of sexual assault, violence, and other forms of abuse. Despite...
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Christiana Figueres

Christiana Figueres is a transformational climate change leader who is recognized across the globe for her work spearheading international negotiations on climate change and successfully addressing climate challenges

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By bringing together corporations, activists, governments, financial institutions and other stakeholders, Figueres has helped raise awareness about the world's collective climate future. She is credited with the global strategy shift for...
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Deborah Berebichez

TV host and physicist

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Speaker Deborah Berebichez is a television host, a physicist, and a data scientist. She often delivers professional keynotes to audience members looking to advance their conversation of all things science. Deborah is an award-winning television host...
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Dr. Maja Jovanović

Women's Advocate, sociologist, author, and TEDx speaker

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Dr. Maja Jovanović is a sociologist, author, and TEDx speaker. She is a confidence researcher and (unnecessary) apology hater. She graduated with a Ph.D. in sociology focusing on the sociology of women's health. Professor Maja is in the middle of...
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Gaby Natale

3-time Emmy award winner, entrepreneur, author and television host

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Gaby Natale is a sought-after thought leader and motivational speaker. Gaby has shared her inspirational message in Fortune 50 corporations, the United Nations, and her TEDx talk encouraging underrepresented minorities to pioneer and be what they...
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Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn

Mental Health and Wellness Expert, Author, & Keynote Speaker

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Speaker Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn is a mental health and wellness expert with twenty years of professional counseling experience assisting audience members in maintaining the wellness of their lifestyle. Dr. Wilborn is a published author in counseling...
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Andrea Owen

Women empowerment speaker, certified life coach, and author

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Speaker Andrea Owen is a life coach, women empowerment speaker, and multi- selling author. Andrea focuses on leading women to growth through recognition and powerful self-realization. Andrea implements methods, how-tos, and successful takeaways for...
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Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour

America's First Black Female Combat Pilot; Former Marine & Cop; Author, Zero To Breakthrough; and Consultant to Business

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Combat tests you. Being a beat cop tests you. Life tests you. Three brothers and being the only girl...tests you. Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour has been tested her whole life. A gutsy trailblazer, her resume is an impressive collection of...
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Tina Frey Clements

Growth expert, leadership developer

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Speaker Tina Frey Clements has 25 years of experience in the L&D industry and has positively influenced corporations such as The BMW Group through performance management, talent management, development, and training. Tina currently leads rpc, a...
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Dr. Bonnie Clipper

Accomplished health care executive and influential thought leader.

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Dr. Bonnie Clipper is an accomplished health care executive, an influential thought leader, a coach, and an international speaker. Her career spans hospital operations, professional associations, and health tech start-ups; she provides knowledgeable...
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Kathryn Childers

One of the first five females in the U.S Secret Service, trail blazer, innovator, inspirational speaker, overcoming adversity speaker

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As one of the first five female agents to join the U.S. Secret Service, speaker Kathryn Childers shares how she excelled in her career and the steps she took in doing so. She speaks about how being afraid can bring liberation and growth for...
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Liza Pavlakos

Motivational speaker, survivor, adversity & mindset expert, and entrepreneur,

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Speaker Liza Pavlakos is an adversity speaker motivating audiences across the globe. Liza is a striking inspiration who motivates through her personal story. She is an empowering speaker honing in on natural human abilities to overcome any...
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Nahla Summers

CEO of A Culture of Kindness, founder of Sunshine People and Big Talk Global, cultural change consultant

travels from UK

Nahla Summers is an established and sought-after speaker. She takes the audience on a journey and delivers a tangible impact long after the talk is over. With a unique and inspiring delivery, everyone will be motivated to make change in the way they...
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Dr. Nothabo Ncube

Life Coach and Millennial Mentor, Motivational speaker

travels from Canada

Speaker Dr. Nothabo Ncube is a motivational speaker, coach, and millennial mentor. Nothabo has used her story as inspiration for audience members to live out their greatest passions, regardless of their circumstances. Her compelling journey granted...
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Lauren Simmons

Trail blazer, Financial advisor, Motivational speaker, Author.

travels from USA

Speaker Lauren Simmons is one of the first, youngest female African Americans New York Stock Exchange traders and second in history to hold her position. Lauren inspires audience members on networking yourself in unfamiliar places, growing and...
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Araceli Segarra

Climber, author, alpinist and inspiring keynote speaker

travels from Spain

Speaker Araceli Segarra is an alpinist, author, model, television and radio presenter, and star of the IMAX documentary “Everest.” In 1996, she famously participated on the rescue team for the Mount Everest disaster, one of the worst tragedies...
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Mallory Brown

Impact Storyteller, Global Humanitarian, Empathy Keynote Speaker

travels from USA

Speaker Mallory Brown is an impactful humanitarian dedicated to striving for change across the globe. She is a global traveler, putting attention on those in need. In efforts to pay it forward, she raises awareness for others to aid in a great...
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Dr. Alexandra Solomon

Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Assistant Professor and Author.

travels from USA

Speaker Alexandra Solomon is a psychologist, author, and clinical professor who taps into audience members' deep-rooted questions and fears.  Alexandra demonstrates how relational self-awareness enhances relationships with work, your spouse, and,...
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Patricia Bowden-Luccardi

Women’s Holistic Health Speaker, Thermography Expert, Member of Breast Thermography International

travels from USA

Speaker Patricia Bowden-Luccardi is a holistic health expert. She continues to enlighten audience members on the awareness and the science behind breast cancer with holistic remedies for curing and preventing a diagnosis. Patricia is your...
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Liv Boeree

Astrophysicist and one of the best female professional poker players. An in-demand speaker covering decision-making; risk-taking; probability & artificial intelligence.

travels from UK, USA

Keynote speaker Liv Boeree is known as the leading female poker player in the UK. Clients book her for her incredible insights and her ability to relate different aspects of poker to everyday life and the challenges we face. Liv also speaks on...
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Michelle Rozen

Top motivational speaker with practical strategies that will help you power through change and reach success for you and your team

travels from USA

Dr. Michelle Rozen, THE CHANGE DOCTOR, is the #1 choice of Fortune 500 companies and leading brand for a powerful motivational speaker with a strong message and strong actionable takeaways. As a well-respected authority on the psychology of change,...
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Jos Dirkx

International, Award-winning Founder, Speaker, Author and Daychair whose work and keynotes on Education and the Future of Work have influenced thousands across the world.

travels from Netherlands, USA

World Economic Forum 2022 Tech Pioneer, world-traveled keynote speaker and Singularity University Faculty member Jos Dirkx is a two-time founder, best-selling author, global D&I and education expert and CEO of an Artificial and Emotional...
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Amelia Rose Earhart

Come fly with Amelia… Create your flight plan with motivational speaker and youngest woman to fly around the world

travels from USA

Private pilot and keynote speaker Amelia Rose Earhart has inspired multiple Fortune 500 company leaders with her engaging and powerful presentations about motivation, courage and reaching your final destination. Let Amelia take you on a journey and...
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Mari Carmen Pizarro

Executive coach, founder of the International Women's Leadership Academy, emotional and human intelligence mentor

travels from USA

Speaker Mari Carmen Pizarro is a top leadership specialist. With more than 25 years of expertise in leadership and human performance, she is committed to take leaders to new heights. Companies such as Pfizer and TEVA frequently hire Mari Carmen to...
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Tamika Mallory

Co-chair of Women’s March and activist for feminism, Black Lives Matter and gun control inspiring to make a change

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Tamika Mallory is a nationally recognized activist. She fights for human rights, equality, gun control and freedom. Tamika’s talks and keynotes are full of power, inspiration and offer wake-up-calls for all of us to start changing...
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Sarah Abbott

HR innovator and successful leadership coach helping businesses and organisations achieve their full potential

travels from Ireland

For over 3 decades, talent strategist and speaker Sarah Abbott has been intrigued by people, their potential and what gets in the way. She has led HR teams for Apple and impacted leadership development and HR strategies in major corporations around...
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Lucy Bloom

Energy, humour and inspiration in one unapologetic speaker who will teach your audience how to do business differently

travels from Australia

Speaker Lucy Bloom is a rule breaker. In her entertaining yet thought-provoking style, she commands the stage with keynotes that are packed with life-affirming lessons taken from her personal experience. Audiences learn from her wins, her losses,...
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Egypt Sherrod

Successful real estate agent, executive, and beloved tv-personality counseling buyers and companies in real estate

travels from USA

What makes real estate agents successful? Speaker Egypt Sherrod ought to know - she is one! Not only that, she’s a highly sought after tv-personality. Get inspired by her lovable - but no-nonsense - talks on real estate, marketing and...
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Robyn Hatcher

“Recovering” actor and thought leader on communication demystifying the chemistry of communication

travels from USA

Better communication leads to more sales, stronger teams, a collaborative culture and increased retention & productivity. Speaker Robyn Hatcher shines a light on how to get these results, drawing on her background in TV, communication coaching,...
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Natalie Cofield

Highly experienced entrepreneur and executive inspiring and spreading her passion for entrepreneurship around the globe

travels from USA

Speaker Natalie Cofield is an influential millennial at the nexus of business, community and politics. As an advocate, founder and educator, she supports the growth of diversity and entrepreneurship around the world. As an entrepreneur and...
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Lili Gil Valletta

Cultural intelligence expert, award-winning entrepreneur and advocate to minority and women-owned businesses

travels from USA

Lili is an award-winning entrepreneur, cultural intelligence® expert and television business commentator known for her ability to activate the power of data and culture as a business advantage. As an immigrant from Colombia, who came to U.S. at the...
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Elke Geraerts

Keynote Speaker | Human Capital Expert | Bestselling Author | Building the bridge between science and practice | CEO Better Minds at Work | Doctor in Psychology

travels from Belgium

Enthusiasm knows no boundaries. That is why Elke has stood on platforms all over the world, from Kyoto to Cape Town, Lima, Sydney, Dubai and San Francisco. She is unparalleled in her ability to play to her audience and to captivate people with her...
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Katty Kay

Lead Anchor, BBC World News America, Gender Equality Advocate, Moderator, Discussion Leader, and Interviewer

travels from USA

Speaker Katty Kay is an award-winning anchor for BBC News based in Washington, DC. In her keynotes, Katty displays a deep understanding of current political events, drawing on her international background. She is also a strong advocate for women in...
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Deya Smith-Taylor

Certified life coach in social and emotional intelligence and media personality empowering people to value themselves

travels from USA

Speaker Deya Smith-Taylor, also known as “Deya Direct", is the President and Creative Director of Deya Direct Enterprises. She is a Certified Life Coach in Social & Emotional Intelligence. Deya is an experienced entertainer with over a decade...
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Noëlla Coursaris Musunka

Advocate, Philanthropist, International Model & founder of Malaika on a mission to make a difference to girls and women

travels from UK

Our keynote speaker Noëlla Coursaris Musunka is known from her years of fashion modelling, however, she has also become a sought-after speaker for her advocacy of young girls’ education. Noëlla is the founder of Malaika which is a non-profit...
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Jenn Lederer

Motivational comedian and leadership coach for Creative Entrepreneurs combining comedy and business strategies

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Jenn Lederer combines comedy, heart, intuition and business strategies. Helping her audiences laugh their way to a breakthrough!  Our speaker Jenn Lederer tailors her talks to your needs. Because she knows that no one’s journey...
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Lucy Faulks-Barnard

Resilience and mental health expert using positive psychology to boost happiness, reduce stress and protect our mental wellbeing. Founder of award-winning employee wellbeing company Elevate

travels from UK

Lucy Faulks Barnard is a keynote speaker on the topics of resilience, protecting our mental and emotional health and improving wellbeing. She is the Founder and Director of award-winning employee wellbeing company Elevate, where she delivers...
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Dr. Cortney Baker

Author, Ed.D. entrepreneur, and executive sharing empowering and motivational insights into women's leadership

travels from USA

Speaker Dr. Cortney Baker inspires audiences around the world. She has given a TEDx talk and is nationally recognized authority on women’s leadership. In addition, she is a researcher and talk show host who frequently speaks on empowering female...
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Lucinda Douglas

This empowerment speaker with a "Yes you can" mindset speaks on personal leadership, sales is sexy and branding

travels from Netherlands

Empowerment speaker Lucinda Douglas helps women to reach the top of their capacities, become the best version of themselves and become successful in life and business! She was nominated for the encouragement award “Ethnical Business Woman of the...
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Özlem Cekic

An inspiring speaker and author using her own experience as a politician, political debater and former nurse

travels from Denmark

Keynote speaker Özlem Cekic is highly sought-after for her insights into integration of immigrants and diversity in the workplace. She rose from humble beginnings to become a nurse, politician and well-known debater. Now a keynote speaker Özlem...
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Nicole Malachowski

A 21-year veteran combat pilot of the U.S. Air Force, former advisor for the First Lady and security provider

travels from USA

USAF veteran and speaker Nicole Malachowski defies stereotypes. She is much more than a former jet fighter pilot: Nicole is a leader, the first woman pilot on the Thunderbirds and a White House Fellow. After a devastating illness leaving her unable...
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Erica Miller

Ph.D. in clinical psychology, pioneer and successful entrepreneur sharing her fascinating but harsh life story

travels from USA

Speaker Erica Miller is a multi-faceted, dynamic individual with a long history of “telling it like it is”. We could all learn something from her fascinating life story. Not only is she a survivor of the Holocaust, her resilience and positive...
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Heather R. Younger J.D.

Expert on employee engagement and human resource management, CEO of Customer Fanatix, and Forbes Coaches Council coach

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Heather Younger is an absolute expert when is comes to employee engagement and human resource management. She is the best-selling author of “The 7 Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty” and founder of Customer Fanatix....
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Anita Sauvage

Emotional intelligence and Mental Fitness expert inspiring her audience to nurture their performance, relationships and well-being

travels from France, UK

Engaging keynote speaker Anita Sauvage, MSc, has 2 decades of experience in communications, organizational development and coaching. She trains and coaches leaders and health professionals on Emotional intelligence and Positive Intelligence Mental...
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Diane Nathaniel

Founder of Beat Stage 3, Diane Nathaniel, is spreading awareness of the importance of cancer prevention

travels from USA

Speaker Diane Nathaniel is a stage 3 Colon Cancer survivor. Today, she's busy spreading awareness of the importance of cancer screening and prevention. After beating cancer she founded Beat Stage 3 with her best friend Helen Collen. Diane has...
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Aleksandra Ørbeck-Nilssen

Model, coach and conservationist inspiring her audience make a difference through social and environmental rewilding.

travels from Norway

Keynote speaker Aleksandra Ørbeck-Nilssen is a Norwegian model turned conservationist. She traveled the world working as a model from the young age of 14. Then, when she was still only 18 years old, she decided she needed to go in a different...
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Stephanie Decker

Humanitarian & Double Amputee Hero using her own story to inspire others to choose a positive attitude towards life

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Stephanie Decker makes audiences laugh and cry as she tells the story of the life-altering moment that led her to where she is today. Stephanie will help you overcome adversity and find your inner hero. Her inner hero was simply a...
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Katie Goodman

Award-winning comedian, author and motivational speaker best-known from TV and for her YouTube videos.

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Katie Goodman’s charisma and confidence put people at ease while encouraging personal acceptance and growth. She is an inspiring, talented and hysterical presence. Renowned for her keynotes on how to use the tools of improv comedy...
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Karen Brown

Professional Performance Expert elevating business leadership & results through unconscious behavioral thought patterns.

travels from USA

Karen Brown is a thought leader and subject matter expert in the field of leadership and professional performance. She specializes in elevating business leadership and results, by recognizing and resolving the unconscious behavioral thought patterns...
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Dr. Marie Charles

Medical doctor and the “Joan of Arc” of 21st century medicine considered one of the most influential entrepreneurs

travels from Belgium

Keynote speaker Marie Charles is not just any medical doctor. She has a highly distinguished background in international business, finance and international relations and in the last 20 years, she has founded, grown and managed multinational...
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Tammi Brannan

Creator of the Blueprint Process, helping others recognize their purpose impact they’ve been designed to make.

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Tammi Brannan helps clients of all ages to identify their purpose and ignite/reignite the momentum in their career. To achieve this Tammi uses her research based program Blueprint Process to help her clients determine their natural...
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Mina Guli

Ultra runner and water advocate who left her career as a lawyer to dedicate her life to water activism

travels from China

Through her work as a lawyer at various institutions including the World Bank, our keynote speaker Mina Guli came to learn about the water crisis. Mina has now dedicated her life to raising awareness, and educating the youth on the global water...
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Catherine Barba

Serial entrepreneur, expert in omnichannel commerce, digital transformations, and digital retail developing the PEPS Lab

travels from USA

Our keynote speaker Catherine Barba is a serial entrepreneur and an expert in omnichannel commerce, digital retail and digital transformations. She is an energetic speaker who provides audiences with the keys they need to thrive in the digital...
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Milagros Phillips

Passionate race literacy consultant who believes that with good information people make good decisions

travels from USA

Our keynote speaker Milagros​ ​Phillips is an empowering speaker, seminar leader, author, and leading authority on healing and transforming relationships between the races. Milagros educates people on race because she believes that with good...
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Christine Carter

Sociologist and happiness expert shares her tips for living a happy life in her award-winning blog “Brave Over Perfect”

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Christine Carter teaches people to find their “sweet spot”, a place of power and ease, by teaching them the tactics they need to thrive. Tactics which are backed up by scientific and anecdotal evidence from Christine's own life...
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Maureen Healy

Educator and author on raising emotionally healthier and happier children with insights from her best-selling book

travels from USA

Keynote speaker, educator, and award-winning author of The Emotionally Healthy Child, Maureen Healy speaks to educators and parents alike about how to raise emotionally healthy and ultimately, happier children in today’s world.  She holds a...
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Harriet Waley-Cohen

Multi award-winning speaker and coach in the corporate world supporting diversity, equity & inclusion, gender balance and women’s empowerment.

travels from UK

International Keynote speaker Harriet Waley-Cohen is a certified health coach and women's leadership coach, and entrepreneur. She empowers women to make life-changing transformations to become the most powerful versions of themselves, and thus to...
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Kerstin Plehwe

Change agent, corporate happiness expert, serial entrepreneur and best-selling author with extensive leadership experience

travels from Germany

Keynote speaker Kerstin Plehwe is a sought after opinion leader, serial-entrepreneur, best-selling author and promoter of new approaches to leadership and change. As a longtime top-advisor to corporate and political leaders, premier TV analyst and...
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Cheryl Cran

Award-winning strategic leadership expert, and future of work influencer

travels from Canada

Our keynote speaker Cheryl Cran is a leading  consultant and leadership coach with more than 20 years of consulting experience. Drawing on her exceptional insights, she provides her audiences with effective tools and advice in order to improve...
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Zoe Jackson

Founder of Living the Dream, passionate about performing arts with an exceptional talent for realizing ventures

travels from UK

Keynote speaker Zoe Jackson MBE is a multi award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Living the Dream Performing Arts Company, which she started at the age of 16. In her talks she shares her personal story full of inspirational anecdotes and...
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Emilia van Hauen

Cultural sociologist, marketing expert and best-selling author sharing her knowledge on social trends

travels from Denmark

Keynote speaker Emilia van Hauen is a cultural sociologist and marketing expert and one of Scandinavia's most sought-after keynote speakers and most quoted sociologists on the topics of current trends and social tendencies and phenomena. She is...
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Caroline Adams Miller

Positive psychology and Grit & Goals™ expert and one of the leading experts on the science behind successful goalsetting

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Caroline Adams Miller, MAPP has for almost 3 decades been an innovative pioneer within goal setting/accomplishment, grit, happiness and success. A leader in the field of Positive Psychology, she knows how it can be applied to...
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

Legendary paralympic athlete & commentator having many different skills, which makes an unusually great speaker

travels from UK

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is Britain's most successful Paralympic athlete. In combination with her English wit and lively personality, her ample experience from the worlds of sport, business, and politics makes her an unusually inspiring...
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Maddy Dychtwald

Co-founder of Age Wave, business advisor and thought leader on how population aging and increasing longevity.

travels from USA

Recognized by Forbes as one of the top fifty female futurists globally, Maddy Dychtwald has been deeply involved for more than 30 years in exploring all aspects of the age wave and how it’s transforming the marketplace, the workplace, our world,...
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Lady Michelle Mone OBE

One of the top three female entrepreneurs in the UK and creator of Ultimo aiming to give women what they want

travels from UK

Speaker Michelle Mone, Lady of Mayfair OBE is one of Britain’s most influential ladies. As an internationally sought after speaker, Baroness Mone inspires people both as an entrepreneur and an advocate for equality for women in business globally....
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Penny Mallory

Former Rally Champion and leading authority on Mental Toughness.

travels from UK

International motivational speaker Penny Mallory specializes in how to overcome adversity and obstacles through the power of the mind. Penny is known worldwide as the National Ladies Champion Rally Driver. Her keynotes offer valuable insights into...
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Kathy Buckley

Author, popular comedienne and actress delivering motivational and powerful self-improvement keynotes

travels from USA

Our keynote speaker Kathy Buckley is a charming and popular comedienne, author, actress and praised public speaker. Overcoming obstacles such as hearing impairment, a violent jeep accident, and ovarian cancer has made Kathy a strong and devoted...
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Betsy Myers

Former senior advisor to Barack Obama’s Presidential campaign and motivator for women in business

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Betsy Myers has extensive experience in the corporate, political and higher education. She has served as senior advisor to Barack Obama’s Presidential campaign and also had prominent posts during the Clinton’s administration. She...

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