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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E E: £2k-£5k As a former Team GB Hockey Player, Helen Richardson-Walsh has created a legacy for girls in sport.
A A: £25k and over Helle is the former Prime Minister of Denmark, Former Chief Executive of Save the Children and continues to be member of multiple foreign policy think-tanks. In 2017, she was named as one of the world’s greatest leaders by Fortune magazine.
E E: £2k-£5k Henry Bonsu is a British African broadcaster and media consultant and regular panellist and reviewer on UK News on BBC, Sky & Times Radio
D D: £5k-£10k Humza Arshad first rose to global fame when he was recruited by UK Counter Terrorism to take on ISIS in an effort to stop young Muslims from becoming radicalised.
D D: £5k-£10k JJ Chalmers is a former Royal Marine Commando who has served on operations in Afghanistan. He was wounded by an IED and shares his inspiring story of recovery.
D D: £5k-£10k Jack Guinness, a former model turned influential figure in the fashion industry, is renowned for founding The Queer Bible and his contributions to publications like British GQ, championing LGBTQ+ voices and celebrating trailblazing individuals worldwide.
D D: £5k-£10k Jacqueline de Rojas is the President of techUK and Chair of The Institute of Coding.
C C: £10k-£15k London 2012 – the most successful Olympic Games in history – run by a dedicated team of 200,000 staff which were put together by HR Director Jean Tomlin – leading a scheme with no room for failure.
B B: £15k- £25k Jill Scott is an award-winning footballer who has played for Manchester City, Everton and Aston Villa. She was captain of the legendary Lionesses, playing in an integral role in their incredible 2022 World Cup win, as well as having represented England at the Olympics twice. Despite calling time on her playing career, Jill is still largely involved in the world of football and is now a popular, inspiring keynote speaker.
C C: £10k-£15k Jo Brand is a renowned UK comedian and writer, celebrated for her versatile TV appearances, significant charity work, and insightful comedy derived from her nursing background.
A A: £25k and over Entrepreneur and icon of creative fragrance, Jo Malone CBE, has mastered the art of following her finely-tuned nose in business.
A A: £25k and over A powerhouse who revolutionized Cosmopolitan, one of the best-known women’s brands, The New York Times has called Joanna Coles “one of the most powerful people in media.”
C C: £10k-£15k Jodie Ounsley, a multi-talented athlete and passionate advocate for the deaf community, has defied expectations throughout her career, excelling in sports and raising awareness through her online presence and role as "Fury" in the new series of Gladiators.
B B: £15k- £25k Jody Williams is the Nobel Peace Prize-winning aid worker who was lauded for her work with the International Campaign to Ban Landmines.
A A: £25k and over John Amaechi OBE is an organisational psychologist, Chartered Scientist, New York Times best-selling author, CEO of leadership consultancy APS, and was the first Brit to play in the NBA. John partners with organisations to help leaders deliver on the promise of authentic, transformational leadership.
D D: £5k-£10k Jonnie is the Double Paralympic, World & European T44 100m Champion. He is an inspiration to many young people and his passion for sport and overcoming adversity radiates from every fibre of his being.
B B: £15k- £25k Jordan Stephens is a writer and performer best known for being one half of pop duo Rizzle Kicks. His mental health campaign #IAMWHOLE reached over 120 million people online. As a speaker, Jordan talks about mental health and negative effects of Toxic Masculinity.
E E: £2k-£5k An award-winning TV and radio presenter, Juliette Foster has enjoyed a high-flying career presenting flagship programmes at some of Britain's biggest broadcasters including Sky News and the BBC. Juliette has been formally recognised by the banking giant HSBC and The European Federation of Black Women Business Owners.
C C: £10k-£15k An inspirational figure and well-known TV personality, June Sarpong OBE has become part of TV history.
D D: £5k-£10k Kanya King CBE is an internationally recognised entrepreneur and innovator in the music industry. Kanya speaks on subjects from entrepreneurship to adversity.
D D: £5k-£10k Karen Blackett CBE, UK President of WPP, has spent over 30 years leading at the highest level, managing $2 billion in revenue and 13,000 people across WPP's second largest market. A former MediaCom EMEA Chief Operating Officer and non-executive director for Diageo, she specialises in brand reinvention, operational excellence and organisational transformation.
E E: £2k-£5k Paralympic cycling champion Karen Darke is an adventurer, author and motivational speaker.
A A: £25k and over Baroness Karren Brady CBE is recognised as the first woman in football, having turned around Birmingham City FC at just 23 before becoming the youngest managing director of a UK plc. As Vice Chairman of West Ham United for 16 years, she delivered a 300% income growth, secured the move to London's Olympic Stadium and negotiated the British record transfer of Declan Rice.
E E: £2k-£5k A British television news presenter and journalist, Kasia Madera has reported on some of the biggest news stories, including the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony.
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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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