“Laura Bates is showing us the path to both intimate and global survival.” – Gloria Steinem
Laura Bates is the founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, a popular keynote speaker, and a bestselling author. Her books include Everyday Sexism which was shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year, and the Sunday Times bestseller Girl Up. She regularly writes for publications including The Guardian and is a frequent consultant for TV productions around gender inequality.
Laura is also the Vice President of the Hay Literary Festival, and an Honorary Fellow of St John’s College, Cambridge.
Laura is a frequent media commentator across TV and Radio, and has appeared on BBC Breakfast, Newsnight, Today, CNN, Channel 4 News, Loose Women, Woman’s Hour, and Lorraine.
She was awarded a British Empire Medal in 2015 from the Late Queen for her work around sexism and gender inequality; she participated in President Obama’s White House Summit on the United State of Women, and has been named Woman of the Year by many publications including Cosmopolitan.
Kenton Cool stands as a beacon of high-altitude climbing and adventure, with a staggering 18 successful ascents of Mount Everest and a multitude of other peaks under his belt. His conquests include the revered ‘seven summits’ – the tallest mountains on each continent. Notably, he is the only Briton to have skied down two peaks over 8,000 meters, a feat that sets him apart in the world of high-altitude climbing.
As an elite IFMGA guide, Kenton leads daring expeditions and shares his insights on leadership and team performance with corporate clients. His dynamic and inspirational speaking style makes him a sought-after motivational speaker, capable of captivating and energising audiences.
Kenton’s passion for climbing began with his first expedition to Pakistan at 19, sparking a lifelong love for the high mountains. He thrives on guiding clients up iconic routes and to the summits of some of the world’s most challenging peaks, from the Himalayas to the Alps and beyond.
Through innovative and pioneering experiences, he offers lessons that clients can apply in both their professional and personal lives.
With over 44 successful expeditions under his belt and many more planned, Kenton Cool is an enthusiastic keynote speaker, ideal for inspiring teams at kick-off meetings, entertaining as an after-dinner speaker, motivating conference attendees, or adding excitement to awards ceremonies.
Katty Kay is a Washington DC-based Special Correspondent, award-winning journalist, and bestselling author.
She has given global perspectives on American politics and global affairs, and has experience working in Europe, Japan, the Middle East, South Africa, and the U.S throughout her career. She has worked for the BBC for over three decades, and has covered everything from financial crashes to world trouble spots, sex scandals, global affairs, politics, and six U.S Presidential elections.
She is currently a contributor to MSNBC, and U.S Special Correspondent for BBC Studios, and frequently works from the U.S and Europe.
Katty Kay has co-authored a number of books, four of which have been New York Times’ bestsellers. She is also a popular and engaging keynote speaker, moderator, interviewer, and event host.
Karun Chandhok is one of only two Indian drivers to compete in Formula 1 and one of the most respected broadcasters in the sport today.
Born into a family which was steeped in motor sport history, Karun Chandhok rose through the ranks of junior formulae racing to become test driver for the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team in 2007/8. He competed in the Formula 1 World Championship for Hispania Racing Team and Team Lotus in 2010 and 2011.
After his Formula 1 career, Karun transitioned into broadcasting, where he quickly established himself as one of the most respected analysts in the sport. Today he is an expert analyst for Sky Sports F1, broadcasting to 62 countries.
Karun also sits on the Board of Motorsport UK, the national governing body of motorsport and is one of the key members of the world’s governing body, the FIA. He is a member of Motorsport UK’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee, and also devotes time to working on the development of junior single-seater formulae.
Jono Lancaster is an author, presenter, public speaker and disability campaigner who is a strong advocate for self love.
Born with Treacher Collins syndrome causing significant facial differences, Jono was left at the hospital by his birth parents but was fostered two weeks later by the woman that would become his adoptive mother.
Being born with a visual difference in a world obsessed with looks and appearance has not been easy and his journey has not been straightforward. But crucially nothing has stopped Jono from loving himself, showing his authentic self to the world and filling his life with love and adventure.
With a driving determination and the help of others Jono has learnt to control the anxiety he felt in his younger years to become a well-respected author, presenter and public speaker. He is now more comfortable in himself and uses his experience and story to influence others and make facial differences more widely accepted.
Jono lead Love My Face for Channel 4 in 2022, a 4 part series following people with a range of visible facial differences as they seek support, advice and explore transformative treatments to help accept or address their differences. He has appeared on a number of other programmes on the BBC and Channel 4.
Jono Lancaster is a passionate disability campaigner, public speaking to audiences around the world and engaging young people through talks in schools, encouraging all to find their own self-love alongside tolerance, acceptance and kindness.
John Turner is an expert in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, having recently acquired a Masters-equivalent qualification from Oxford University. Now becoming an Oxonian AI Alumni.
This builds on over ten years of award-winning experience and leadership in driving digital innovation in the travel and tourism sector.
John looks forward to educating and inspiring business leaders on the importance of AI integration, having the exemplary leadership and culture, and understanding the advantages of using AI and LLMs (Large Language Models) whilst preparing for a new normal and its implications.
John Turner is an insightful speaker who provides the WOW factor to his audiences in the area of AI, while also sharing actionable steps they can take away and implement.
John Kampfner is a renowned author, political commentator, journalist, and keynote speaker, who works with global audiences to understand and interpret geopolitical issues that have shaped society.
In a 40+ year career, John has had a front-row seat at many of the world’s biggest events.
On top of his writing and speaking duties, John is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, a Chair of Young Königswinter, and a Chairperson at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration.
In 2019, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Bath Spa University for his services to the arts, and was named one of the 1,000 most influential Londoners in the Evening Standard Progress 1,000 survey, in 2015, 2016, and 2017!
Jill Scott MBE is a retired professional footballer who was part of England’s 2022 Euro win, amongst other high-level competitions.
Over her 16 years of experience, and 161 England caps, Jill has seen women’s football grow to the level that saw a record crowd of over 87,000 watch their Euro win.
Alongside her football interests, she co-owns a high-profile coffee shop in Manchester with Shelly Unitt called BOXX2BOX.
She is now a popular media personality and soccer pundit, in demand for various corporate panels and Q+As.
Jessica Matthias is the Global Director of Sustainability at Sabre Corporation, a global technology company in the travel sector. With a 17-year track record of transformative ESG initiatives, impactful policy advocacy, and compelling communications, Jessica is a globally recognized leader in sustainable travel. She’s the visionary behind numerous high-profile sustainability campaigns, and her thought leadership consistently shapes the industry’s agenda.
Jessica Matthias is a compelling speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences – with previous engagements at events like the Global Travel & Tourism –resilience & Innovation Summit, The Travel Tech Summit, and the Travalyst Convention.
Jessica Matthias discusses eco-conscious practices, overcoming personal challenges, and building a sustainable future for travel– with her insights into decarbonising industries and empowering the next generation in the ESG landscape being particularly impactful.
Jessica’s personal journey is one of resilience, from being a teenage single mother of a child with severe disabilities to a leading global sustainability expert. This adds a distinctly personal depth to her talks. Her unwavering commitment to sustainability and social equity has made her a prominent voice in the field, sought after for her expertise and inspiring presentations.
For the last year, she has been the Vice Chair of the GBTA Foundation’s Sustainability Leadership Council.
Jessica Matthias’ clients include Arival, Choice Hotels, FairFly, Gett, the United Nations, the Vienna Tourist Board, and Voyage Privé.
Jason Leonard is a former professional rugby union player widely regarded as one of the greatest props in the history of the sport.
During his 14 year international rugby career, he won a then-record 114 caps for England, won four Six Nations Grand Slams and the 2003 Rugby World Cup.
Part of the British & Irish Lions team, Jason went on three tours and was a member of the Lions squad that won the test series during their 1997 tour of South Africa. He played club rugby for Barking RFC, Saracens and Harlequins, making 290 appearances for his club, Harlequins, spanning both the amateur and professional game.
In 2002, Jason earned an MBE for services to sport, which became an OBE after England’s Rugby World Cup success. He was inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame in 2014.
Jason retired from Rugby in 2004 and since then has continued to play an integral part in global rugby and has become a sought-after corporate and entertainment speaker.
Jane Leonard is a fearless adventurer, accomplished entrepreneur, elite England rugby player, and celebrated author.
Her remarkable journey demonstrates that anything is possible with determination, resilience, and an unrelenting drive to succeed. With an infectious personality and a natural ability to inspire, Jane thrives in team environments where her leadership and energy elevate everyone around her.
Jane’s passion for breaking boundaries doesn’t stop at the Channel. Four years earlier, she earned a Guinness World Record for rowing across the Pacific Ocean as part of a three-woman team.
Previously, Jane Leonard spent a decade in the British Army as a Royal Engineer and Physical Training Instructor and also earned nine caps for England rugby.
She is a published author and the creator of The P.I.E.C.E by Piece Peak Performance Program, which helps people improve their performance in life.
When Jane takes the stage as a motivational speaker, audiences are captivated by her authenticity, insight, and incredible journey. Her talks leave attendees inspired, energised, and equipped with actionable strategies to overcome their challenges and reach new heights.
Jackie Handy is a renowned workforce culture specialist with over two decades of experience in executive recruitment, leadership development, and inclusion best practices. Her mission is clear and impactful: to create workplaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and understood.
Since delivering her thought-provoking TEDx talk in 2018, titled The Exclusive Nature of Inclusion, Jackie has become a sought-after expert in workplace inclusivity. She draws from her personal experiences of exclusion to help organisations across various sectors build more inclusive and supportive environments.
As an award-winning keynote speaker and panellist, Jackie has addressed global audiences and collaborated with organisations across a wide range of industries, delivering both in-person and virtual presentations. Her talks ignite imagination and inspire actionable change, equipping business leaders with the tools needed for sustainable cultural transformation in today’s workplace.
Honey Ogundeyi is a renowned technology entrepreneur, recognised as one of the luminaries at the forefront of shaping the UK’s tech sector.
She is the award-winning Founder and CEO of Edukoya, an AI-driven digital learning platform. Building the next frontier of education, Honey is disrupting the status quo as a pioneer to democratise education, making the £90bn education, tech, and AI sectors more inclusive and accessible to all.
Honey’s contributions to the tech and education industries have not only set new benchmarks for excellence but have also inspired a generation to dream bigger and break barriers. Her journey from a pioneering entrepreneur to an influential leader reflects her commitment to innovation, equity, and the transformative power of education.
Honey has been named by Forbes as one of the Top 10 women emerging entrepreneurs to watch in Africa and by the World Economic Forum as one of the Top 10 Innovators in Africa. She has also been featured in the Independent, Techcrunch, Forbes, and Newsweek publications. She was recently invited to speak at Slush, the World’s Leading Startup Event.
Hayley Mulenda is one of the most inspiring young voices in the UK currently. An established keynote speaker, consultant, and change agent, Hayley has worked all over the world, from the Middle East to North America and Africa.
With over 180,000 social media followers, Hayley has her finger firmly on the pulse when it comes to helping Gen Z and millennials with their mental health and well-being.
Named as one of Black Business Show X HSBC’s ‘Top 25 Black Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2024’, Hayley’s story is not short of difficulties.
After nearly taking her life when she was 18 years old, she had a profound realisation about the growing impact that mental health issues are having on millennials. This experience ignited her passion to make a difference to others. Her personal journey and insights have made her a credible advocate and speaker for mental health and wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.
Hayley has spoken on stages such as Wembley Arena, and counts KFC, KPMG, META, Microsoft, Unilever, Wagamama amongst her clients. On top of this, she serves on the board of Wagamama to help the company engage young people from diverse backgrounds and is a Governor at St Angela’s Ursuline School.
With a CV described by The London Times as “takes some beating”, Hamish Taylor is a world leader in customer-led transformation, with unparalleled experience in inspiring audiences.
Hamish Taylor is a popular keynote speaker, offering practical and inspiring advice from real stories by someone who has succeeded at the highest level. As the former CEO of Eurostar and Sainsbury’s Bank, Hamish has presented to over 500 companies in 48 different countries.
Guenther Steiner is a celebrated motor racing engineer, team principle, as well as author and Netflix personality. He is one of motor racing’s biggest and most renowned characters.
Fluent in Italian, German and English Guenther – in his 37 year career – progressed from engineer to Team Principal within Formula One.
Joining forces with Gene Haas, Guenther Steiner was the driving force behind the creation of the Haas Formula One team. Under his leadership, Haas became the first American constructor in 30 years to compete in Formula 1, making a respectable debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix with a sixth-place finish.
Guenther was known for his straightforward management style, colourful language, and ability to handle team dynamics under pressure. His candid and passionate personality received global recognition in 2019 in the Netflix series Drive to Survive.
The Netflix series covered Formula One World Championship, showing exclusive access to the drivers and team principals.
In 2023, Guenther Steiner published his book Driving to Survive, which became a The Times bestseller.
Geeta Sidhu-Robb is a 5-time winner of the Entrepreneur and Businesswoman of the Year award.
Having developed the hugely successful Nosh Detox in 2008 after her son was born with severe food allergies, eczema, asthma, and anaphylaxis, she has built a formidable reputation for success in the health and nutrition industry counting Gwyneth Paltrow as one of her first clients.
Geeta is a globally recognised in-demand speaker on all aspects of women’s affairs.
Gary Foote is the Chief Information Officer and Director of Sustainability at the Haas Formula 1 Team. In a career that has spanned 20 years, he has been part of numerous Motorsport World Championship-winning teams, winning 6 world titles with drivers such as Lewis Hamilton, Michael Schumacher, Nico Rosberg, and Jenson Button.
As the CIO of the Haas Formula One Team, he is responsible for several operational departments spanning IT, Digital, Facilities, Operations, ESG, and Continuity. As the ESG lead, he drives the teams’ carbon reduction initiatives forward, manages their community outreach program, and ensures adherence to their social responsibility agenda.
Gary is an active public speaker who is often engaged in discussions on topics such as data, innovation, a high-performance mindset, team ethos and culture, sustainability and diversity, and digital transformation.
Gareth Rees, Kings Counsel, is a leading barrister with over 40 years practising in business crime and regulation with experience as a UK Regulator and as a partner in two global US law firms.
His unusual and diverse legal background allows him to stand back and see the bigger picture for corporate clients and leading business individuals going beyond the constraints of legal rules.
He now enjoys giving an oversight and his own reflections on the way law and regulation has impacted on global business and where we are likely to head next relying on experience giving advice in the UK, US, Europe, Middle East and Asia. In this arena all legal advice has to be given against a variety of cultural and political factors.
He has also provided UK sanctions advice to large global financial institutions following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and was a member of the firm’s global steering group on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) issues advising on Modern Slavery Act issues, UK regulatory requirements on sustainability disclosures, and on Human Rights and other issues in the supply chain
Gabrielle Hase is an eCommerce, digital marketing and branding specialist known for her expertise in transforming businesses and driving growth.
She has established herself as a trusted advisor and leader, helping companies navigate the challenges of the digital economy and capitalise on new opportunities. Her work has had a significant impact on brands both in the UK and internationally, making her a sought-after consultant and speaker.
During her career spanning more than 20 years, Gabrielle has transformed brands, including Moonpig, The White Company, and Sweaty Betty, helping them to build their online presence and increase market share.
She also mentors start-ups in leading London incubators and is highly regarded for her ability to guide emerging businesses through the complexities of modern retail.
Gabrielle’s expertise is also in demand as a keynote speaker, panel moderator, and conference chair. She has recently shared her insights at events for major companies like GHD, Avado, and Tealium and has also moderated discussions for organisations such as Smart Pensions.
Felipe Calderón is a Mexican politician who was president from 2006 to 2012. He is now also a globally recognised leader in climate action and sustainability transformation.
As the Chair of the Global Commission on the Economy & Climate, he has been at the forefront of global efforts to address climate change and promote sustainable development. His leadership in this area extends beyond policy, influencing international dialogue and driving innovation in environmental strategies.
During his presidency, Felipe’s policies elevated Mexico’s position in the global economy, turning the country into a powerful player on the world stage. His economic reforms and commitment to sustainable development have been widely praised, making him an influential figure in global politics.
Felipe is internationally admired for his role in strengthening the rule of law in Mexico, a key achievement that helped stabilise the country in a challenging period.
Felipe Calderón has received numerous accolades in recognition of his contributions, including being named Statesman of the Year by the World Economic Forum in 2012 and Champion of the Earth by the United Nations. TIME Magazine also listed him among the Top 100 Influential People in the World.
In addition to his work in climate and sustainability, Felipe serves as President of the Environment & Sustainability Commission for the International Automobile Federation, where he continues to drive environmental progress across industries.
Emilie Bellet is one of the UK’s leading investing and personal finance experts, particularly when it comes to women and finance.
With a career in private equity, Emilie is an entrepreneur who founded Seed Recruit, a web-based recruiting platform, in 2013, followed by Vestpod, a digital platform aimed to empower people to improve their financial wellbeing, in 2016.
She is a successful financial author and contributor to a range of publications; she is also the host of the award-winning The Wallet podcast, is a member of the Women in FinTech Powerlist, and curator of the Money Matters Festival.
Emilie was also part of the national French hockey team for over a decade!
“If you follow conventional thinking, all you’ll ever be is conventional.”
Chris Arnold is a Dr of Business, a former Board Director of Saatchi & Saatchi and DMA, and former chair of both the DMA Agencies Council and the Creative Council. He is also a seasoned entrepreneur having founded a number of creative agencies over the years.
Chris Arnold is also a prominent author, having written a number of business books, including Ethical Marketing and the New Consumer.
He is now a popular keynote speaker and workshop facilitator.
DanRam is a dynamic and inspiring speaker, known for his ability to ignite audiences with his energy and insight.
As a six-time TEDx speaker, successful entrepreneur, and accomplished event MC and moderator, DanRam brings a wealth of experience and passion to every stage. He has a diverse client base that ranges from individual entrepreneurs to national governments, all benefiting from his unique blend of expertise and enthusiasm.
DanRam is a global presence, travelling the world to speak and MC at over 100 events annually. He has hosted conversations with some of the most influential figures of our time, including President Barack Obama, billionaire entrepreneurs Sir Richard Branson and Reid Hoffman and Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg.
His work spans a wide range of venues, from college campuses and parliaments to corporate innovation days for Fortune 500 companies and the world’s largest tech conferences.
DanRam’s credentials, network and passion at the intersection of technology, innovation, and the future have seen him be part of some of the most notable global conferences and events on four continents, from startup, fintech, blockchain, health tech, smart mobility, and smart city sectors.
DanRam’s mission is to inspire others to take action, guided by his personal motto: Start Now, Start Simple. Through his work, he empowers individuals and organizations to create the future they want to live in, one simple step at a time.
