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Aaron Calvert originally trained as a doctor, before swapping his stethoscope for the stage, revisiting his childhood love of magic, illusion and hypnosis. He now uses his charm to fill theatres around the UK, abroad, on TV and at corporate events. Specialising in performance-driven talks, Aaron delivers an interactive and entertaining presentation to inspire your attendees from the minute they sit down. “I would remortgage my house to learn some more of his secrets!" – University of Nottingham Alumni Dinner Aaron has worked on a nation-wide stop smoking campaign for VICE Media’s Change Incorporated series, a week-long series on how to look after your mental health during lockdown and a hypnotic stunt at 30,000 feet with Thomas Cook Airlines. Aaron’s unique brand of entertainment combined with his degree and experience has entranced the media and means he receives five-star reviews every time. Audiences describe him as a “quirky and refreshing alternative that will leave you absolutely baffled” (Daily Mail) and quite literally stuck to your seat. Contact Great British Speakers today to book hypnotist and business speaker Aaron Calvert for your next event. Aaron Calvert qualified from the University of Nottingham in 2015 (BMBS BMeSci) where he studied Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychiatry and Clinical Hypnotherapy. He has used his education, combined with his medical experience, to produce a unique hypnotherapy technique that fuses traditional hypnosis methods with more modern clinical approaches. From Samsung to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, New Jersey State Police, the BBC and Channel 4, Aaron’s unique and mesmerising style has made him one of the most popular performers in the corporate market. Aaron’s groundbreaking performances have been crafted through hundreds of events and multiple sell-out theatre runs to guarantee your guests will be laughing and gasping throughout as he performs “gasp-worthy feats of wonder” (The List) with “exceptional showmanship” (Daily Mail). So, if you want something different and refreshing for your company’s next event, dinner or conference, Aaron’s critically acclaimed showmanship and quick-witted sense of humour creates a fresh, fast-paced and interactive form of entertainment to bring your guests an experience they’ll never forget. A Chat with Aaron Calvert As part of our 'Chat with...' series at Great British Speakers, our director Jane Farnham sat down with Aaron Calvert to discuss his unique career, from medicine to TV consultant, to magical corporate and event showman. Watch the full interview HERE . Aaron Calvert Public Speaking An engaging presenter, Aaron draws from his experience in medicine, behavioural psychology and hypnosis to coach delegates on the power of the mind, use of suggestion in sales, mindfulness techniques and the business of body language to make the best impression. Aaron’s keynote – The Business of Body Language – focusses on the psychology behind making the perfect first impression. This informative talk delivers practical advice, through live demonstrations which can be applied to your business to help it grow and expand by improving your interaction with clients. Aaron Calvert Corprate Talks Aaron specialises in performance-driven talks to inspire, entertain and teach his audience, and to help improve interactions with clients. He explores how your body language can affect sale numbers, how you can use hypnotic tools in sales and how you can improve your overall mental wellbeing using hypnosis. Aaron Calvert Speaking Topics Aaron’s keynote training speech will cover: - How to improve your body language to make the perfect first impression - How to instantly build trust and grow your business - Aaron’s seven-second approach to making clients want to work with you - A crash course in how to read other people; the secrets behind what other people’s body language is saying Aaron Calvert Bespoke Corporate Entertainment If you have a company message or theme for your event, Aaron can include that within the keynote too. Aaron will bring his natural charm, charisma and confidence to talk about any topic to any size audience for any industry. He will draw on his experience of medicine, hypnotism, hypnotherapy and theatre/film work to create something spectacular for your event. Aaron Calvert Magical Entertainment: Close-Up or On Stage Aaron can adapt his way of working to suit all venues and all audience sizes. He can bring his entertainment to the table and provide guests with an intimate performance, he can mingle and interact with larger groups, or he can present on a stage to the whole room – you can guarantee no matter the size of the audience, they will all be hooked. Aaron Calvert Hypnosis Aaron runs his own private hypnosis practice called Prescription Hypnosis where he offers a wide range of hypnosis sessions including: - Relationship Hypnotherapy: Whether you’re looking for confidence in finding love or letting go of those that have hurt you, hypnosis can help reframe your mindset when it comes to the heart. - Weight Management Hypnotherapy: Weight management hypnotherapy is possible and the results can be astounding when combined with Aaron’s other techniques. - Mental Wellbeing and Anxiety Hypnotherapy: Aaron will teach individual’s techniques and give them access to the right support to manage their mental health, as well as training managers to encourage a positive mental attitude at work. Other areas of hypnotherapy Aaron covers include addition, confidence, depression, insomnia, pain management, performance, phobias, stress relief and smoking. If you’re hosting a drinks reception, formal dinner, planning a wedding, holding a work event or conference, introducing Aaron as your official mind reader will certainly leave a lasting impression. Here’s a taste of what you can expect from Aaron… https://vimeo.com/637414530 Aaron Calvert Clients Aaron has worked with a range of industries from hairdressers to insurance companies, banks to educational institutions, football to weddings. In 2019, Aaron worked alongside Thomas Cook Airlines in a hypnotic experiment 30,000 feet in the air. They worked together to help five frequent flyers from across the UK fall back in love with flying. Prior to their flight, Aaron spent 20 minutes hypnotising them to forget all the memories of ever having been on a plane before, then convincing them this would be the first time they had set foot on an aeroplane. The participants spent eight hours under hypnosis and experienced every element of air travel as if for the first time. Once they landed, Aaron gave them back their memories, and they instantly remembered the times they had flown before. It gave them a chance to enjoy the experience of flying again, rather than it just being a means to an end. Aaron Calvert clients include: AstraZeneca, the BBC, Bibliotheca, Capital One, Elizabeth Grace Hair, Iris Worldwide, Key 103, National Museum of Scotland, Samsung, Scottish National Portrait Gallery and the University of Nottingham Aaron is perfect for corporate events, conferences, workshops, private parties and weddings. Aaron’s performance is versatile and bespoke, performing for hundreds of people or close numbers; he will be all your guests will talk about. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book hypnotist Aaron Calvert for your corporate event. Contact us .

Aaron Phipps MBE is a remarkable individual who has made a significant impact both as a Gold Medal Winning Paralympian and a keynote speaker. Despite facing challenges, Aaron's determination and resilience have been an inspiration to many. As a teenager, Aaron's life took a dramatic turn when he contracted Meningitis C, leading to life-threatening complications and necessitating a two-week induced coma. As a result, he had to undergo the amputation of both legs from the knee down, along with most of his fingers. His resilient spirit and perseverance allowed him to spend a year in the hospital for recovery and treatment. After his illness, Aaron's journey in sports has been nothing short of extraordinary, demonstrating the power of perseverance and dedication in overcoming obstacles. His infectious passion and unwavering spirit continues to leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide, inspiring them to turn challenges into opportunities and to pursue their dreams with unwavering determination. To hire paralympic rugby star Aaron Phipps for your next business event contact Great British Speakers  today Aaron Phipps | Award Winning Sportsman Aaron Phipps | Paralympian As a Paralympian, Aaron has competed in wheelchair rugby, showcasing his exceptional athletic abilities on the world stage and at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, Aaron and his teammates achieved a historic milestone, winning the first-ever Gold Medal for Paralympics GB in a team sport event. Aaron played a crucial role in clinching the Gold Medal, showcasing strategies for achieving goals that are applicable to various aspects of business and life. Aaron competed at the 2024 Paris games, but was unfortunately beaten by Australia in the bronze medal match. He remains the fastest wheelchair rugby player on the planet! Aaron Phipps | Motivational Speaker Beyond his athletic achievements, Aaron has also emerged as a sought-after motivational keynote speaker. Through his powerful speeches, he shares his personal experiences, triumphs, and the lessons he has learned along the way. Aaron's storytelling and unique perspective on life encourage audiences to embrace adversity, push beyond their limits, and seize opportunities to achieve greatness. Aaron is happy to attend events in person but also has his own studio to present virtually. He is comfortable presenting on all virtual formats, Zoom, Teams etc... so logistics never need to be a barrier. Aaron Phipps | Adventurer, Endurance Athlete Aside from his sporting achievements, Aaron has accomplished an extraordinary feat as the first disabled person to scale Mount Kilimanjaro unassisted. In 2016, after three years of intense training, wheelchair customization, and a trial climb, he embarked on the challenging ascent. Despite facing difficulties during the climb, Aaron's determination led him to crawl almost entirely on his hands and knees, reaching the 6000-meter peak and etching his name in history. Throughout his life, Aaron Phipps has demonstrated unwavering determination, courage, and an unyielding will to overcome challenges, making him an inspiring figure both in sports and in life's trials. So, if you're seeking true inspiration and a talk that goes beyond the ordinary, look no further. Prepare to be captivated by the story of a real-life superhuman, Aaron Phipps. He will take you on a journey of defying impossibilities and becoming the best in the world at what he does. Through his powerful narrative, Aaron will reveal how he triumphed over adversity, leaving you feeling energised, motivated, and focussed. This is not your average run-of-the-mill talk; it's a glimpse into the indomitable human spirit, a story that is genuine, authentic, and profoundly inspiring. Get ready to experience the power of real-life resilience and motivation that will leave a lasting impact. Clients include: Bupa, Google, BT, GSK, PWC, 02, EDF, British Gas, Deloitte, Babcock, Compass, Nestle, Aldi, Salesforce, Cunard, Talk Talk, SKY To book award-winning disability campaigner, Gold Paralympic star, and inspirational speaker Aaron Phipps for your next corporate event, contact Great British Speakers at +44 1753 439 289 Contact Us

Adele Roberts is a much-loved British radio broadcaster, TV presenter and DJ, and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community alongside her partner Kate Holderness who, together, promote the increase of lesbian representation in the media. In 2021, Adele was diagnosed with stage two bowel cancer; since then, she has made it her mission to raise awareness of the illness and promote wearing a stoma bag as a necessity and not an embarrassment. Adele is a professional, passionate, experienced and honest speaker, talking about her career in broadcasting, as well as the wider issues surrounding her sexuality and her cancer diagnosis. Contact Great British Speakers today to book radio broadcaster LGBTQ+ bowel cancer campaigner Adele Roberts for your next event. Adele Roberts - Media Career Adele Roberts started her radio career in 2002 at Lancashire’s Rock FM, honing her skills over the next decade across The Hits Radio in Manchester and Galaxy (now Capital Radio) in Leeds. She then moved to the BBC and began hosting BBC Radio 1Extra. In 2020, she made history by becoming the first mixed-race woman to host Radio 1’s breakfast show. Later that year, she was announced as the new host of their weekend breakfast show. She has also provided cover for The Live Lounge slot and BBC Radio 2’s Rhythm Nation show. Whilst best known for her radio work, Adele has appeared on television as a presenter, commentator, contestant and guest. She can regularly be heard commentating for BBC Sport, including at the 2019 London Marathon, the FA People’s Cup, Great Manchester Run, and the World BMX Championships. She appeared in an early series of  Big Brother  (2002), followed by the spinoff  Big Brother’s Big Awards Show  (2010). She also starred in  I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here  (2019), alongside spinoffs  I’m a Celebrity...Extra Camp  (2019) and  I’m a Celebrity...Surviving the Jungle  (2019). She has also appeared on shows including  The Gadget Show  (2016),  Lorraine  (2019),  Sport Relief  (2020),  Good Morning Britain  (2020),  Celebrity Coach Trip (2020) – which she won alongside her partner Kate, Strictly Come Dancing : It Takes Two (2022), Loose Women (2022), and Celebrity Mastermind (2022). Adele Roberts - LGBTQ+ Community Work Adele is very open about her sexuality and has been in a relationship with Kate Holderness since 2004. She has worked hard in her private and professional life to promote and support LGBTQ+ campaigns for equal representation in the media. In 2013, she presented a series on BBC Radio 1 called Coming Out, where she spoke to young people around the UK about their coming out stories. Her work for the LGBTQ+ community has seen her nominated for and winning several related awards. In 2017, 2018 and 2019, she was nominated for Broadcaster of the Year at the Diva Awards and again at the LGBT Awards in 2018 and 2020. Then in 2022, Adele was named Role Model of the Year at the British LGBT Awards due to her support for the community and her campaign around bowel cancer. Adele Roberts - Health and Charity work Adele enjoys using her athleticism skills and public platform to raise money for charity. She ran the London marathon in 2017 and 2018, raising money for Heads Together, a mental health charity started by the Prince and Princess of Wales. She also participated in the 2019 Sport Relief netball match, winning alongside the likes of Strictly dancer Oti Mabuse. Adele Roberts - Bowel Cancer In 2021, Adele was diagnosed with Stage 2 bowel cancer, resulting in a low anterior resection and ileostomy surgery and leaving her with a stoma bag. After several rounds of chemotherapy, Adele announced she was “cancer free” in June 2022. Her cancer diagnosis did not stop her fundraising attempts. By January 2022, she had achieved her goal of running 5km every day for one year, donating £5 to a different cancer charity with each 5km won. She took some time off work during her treatment, and upon her return to Radio 1, she was awarded the public-voted Radio Times Moment of the Year Award at the Audio and Radio Industry Awards. Adele Roberts - Speaking About Cancer & Media Awareness Adele is keen to talk to others about her health experiences in the hope that they can go away feel00ing informed, touched, and eager to help support relevant campaigns. She is also passionate about busting any myths about stoma bags and tries to eliminate any embarrassment one may cause. In 2022, she appeared on the front cover of Women’s Health magazine in a crop top, showing her stoma bag in the hope that people would soon accept it was a normal part of treatment. Since her diagnosis, she has used her social media platform – with a following of over 357,000 people – to encourage others to be aware of the symptoms of bowel cancer. Adele Roberts - Speaking Topics - Cancer/Bowel Cancer - Presenting - LGBTQ+ - Mental Wellbeing - Diversity, Inclusion and Equality Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book radio broadcaster, LGBTQ+ and Bowel Cancer Speaker Adele Roberts for your corporate event. Contact us .

LGBTQ+ speakers and partners Adele Roberts, Kate Holderness are proud members of the LGBTQ+ community and use their professional and personal time to advocate for those in the community who do not feel accepted. They are both strong campaigners for diversity, equality and inclusion in all areas, but particularly in the media. Adele Roberts is a much-loved British radio broadcaster, TV presenter and DJ, and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community alongside her partner Kate Holderness who, together, promote the increase of lesbian representation in the media. In 2021, Adele was diagnosed with stage two bowel cancer; since then, she has made it her mission to raise awareness of the illness and promote wearing a stoma bag as a necessity and not an embarrassment. Kate Holderness is a British actor appearing in a range of television shows and movies over two decades. She has acted in programmes including  Emmerdale  (2002-2018),  Elizabeth I  (2017),  Henry VIII and His Six Wives  (2016),  Coronation Street  (2013) and  Heartbeat  (2003), as well as appearing as a guest on  Celebrity Coach Trip  (2020) and  I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here  (2019) – both of which she appeared alongside Adele. When the pandemic hit in 2020, Kate’s acting work slowed, and she turned to writing, working predominately on a children’s adventure novel titled  The Full Moon Society , which The London Library chose for their Emerging Writers Programme. She is also a keen illustrator, with her drawings featuring in James King’s book  Whoa! Be More Keanu  (2020). One of her illustrations was chosen as the cover image of  The Guardian  newspaper’s supplement for Lesbian Visibility Week. Contact Great British Speakers today to book LGBTQ+ Speakers Adele Roberts and Kate Holderness for your next event. Adele Roberts and Kate Holderness and Bowel Cancer Adele often says it is Kate who helped her through her bowel cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment and surgery: “It sounds strange but it’s brought us closer than ever. I’ve always loved Kate, but since my diagnosis I’ve seen a different side to her. She’s my counsellor, my mentor and the best nurse ever. She helped me when I could barely walk and had to shuffle into work at Radio 1. She’s my absolute hero.” Together, they have a social media following of almost 400,000 and frequently post videos documenting their cancer journey. In 2020, Adele and Kate were featured on  Huffpost: My Pride Anthems , where they shared their own Pride month music playlists. In relation to one song they chose by fan-named ‘Lesbian Jesus’ Hayley Kiyoko, Kate said: “For me personally, I don’t think I had LGBTQ role models growing up, so I was frightened for a long time of coming out, because I thought I was weird, I didn’t realise I was normal. So I hope Hayley can be that person for the youth of today.” The couple also appeared on the podcast  A Gay and a Non-Gay  in 2021 to mark Pride Month, where they spoke about being proud, overcoming shyness, being yourself, and debunking lesbian stereotypes. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Cancer and LGBTQ+ speakers Adele Roberts and Kate Holderness for your corporate event. Contact us .

Alex is a deputy CEO of the charity The Diana Award, founder of Anti-Bullying Pro,  an ambassadors for  Queens Young Leaders,  and a Director of BBC Children in Need. Regarded as an expert on anti-bullying, he is also an advisory member of the boards of some major social media platforms, including TikTok, Spotify, Instagram and Facebook. Growing up with Spanish Jamaican heritage, Alex was on the receiving end of racial bullying behaviour during his school years which, as he got older, developed into homophobic bullying. These early experiences of bullying left their mark and at the age of just 15, Alex made the brave decision to make a stand - not only for him but for others experiencing bullying behaviour - when he set up the Anti-Bullying Ambassadors Programme. Since then, through this Programme, he has helped train over 40,000 young people in 4,000 schools across the world to stand up to bullying online and offline. Alex is also a trusted government advisor and regularly appears on  ITV's This Morning and CBBC Newsround to share his expertise. Contact Great British Speakers today to book high profile anti-bullying expert Alex Holmes for your next event. Alex is a champion for young people and mental health. He notes studies showing the reality that 10-13-year-olds who have experienced bullying at school will suffer from worse mental health, poorer job prospects and lack the ability to trust other adults in their workplace as they get older. Alex Holmes and the Anti-Bullying Ambassadors In 2003 and at the age of 15 Alex founded the peer support programme 'Anti-Bullying Ambassadors' , training young people with the skills needed to prevent peer-to-peer violence and bullying. Its success came from the fact it was young people speaking to young people, rather than a teacher or authority figure. This programme is now in over 4,000 schools across the UK, Ireland, Greece and the United States. It is Alex's belief that there should be a trained Anti-Bullying Ambassador in every school. There are over 40,000 young people who have now been trained as Ambassadors with support and financial backing coming from Vodafone, Facebook, Instagram, Nationwide Building Society and the Department for Education. Alex Holmes Recognition and Awards For nearly 20 years Alex has been campaigning and making a difference in the lives of young people, and for this he has received a number of awards and accolades. Alex received the Diana Award in 2004, an award given to young change-makers in honour of the memory of Princess Diana and given to Alex for his efforts to tackle bullying across the country. Alex Holmes has also received the Forbes 30 Under 30 award and the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award . The Independent on Sunday  named Alex on the Happy List as one of the ‘100 people who make Britain a happier place to live’ . In 2017, Alex was made a a Queen's Young Leader , which sees him extending his work to the commonwealth. In 2023 Alex was invited to become a Director at BBC Children In Need working on their 'We Move' programme empowering black led organisations and black children. Alex Holmes | Campaigning and Advising Alex has been campaigning since his teenage years. One of his proudest moments is his successful campaign to have the dictionary definition of the word 'bullying' changed. The old definition stated that bullying was  ‘happening to people that are weaker’. Working with young people and celebrities Will Poulter , Cel Spellman , Millie Bobby Brown and Richard Branson he campaigned for a change. Collins Dictionary was the first to change the definition, with others and Google following after. In addition to his work as a Deputy CEO for charity The Diana Award, Alex Holmes also has an advisory role at the following global organisations: - Spotify Safety Advisory Council Board Member - Snap Safety Advisory Board Member - Fair Play Alliance Advisor - Barnardo’s Foundation Advisory Board Member - TikTok's European Safety Advisory Council - Twitch Global Safety Advisory Council Member - Yubo Safety Board Member - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Advisory Board Member Below: Beat bullying; why young people hold the key at talk by Alex Holmes at TEDx Exeter Why book Alex Holmes? Alex is a trusted expert on all issues relating to bullying and the mental health of young people. His work has had a global impact and, as an advisor to large social media platforms, his contributions will touch the lives of millions of children worldwide. His passion for change and for helping young people shine through in all he does and he makes an impact on all those he works with. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book the anti-bullying ambassador and speaker Alex Holmes for your next live event.   Contact us .

Alex Partridge is one of the pioneers of social media content the way we know it today. At age 21 in 2010, while a student at Oxford Brookes University, he founded UNILAD, one of the most engaged with social news and entertainment Internet companies in the world with an astonishing following of over 50 million people around the globe.  In 2012, Alex founded LADBible which would also grew to become a social media juggernaut. Regarded as a Facebook Genius! Contact Great British Speakers today to book Social Media, Technology, ADHD, mental health, digital disruption speaker Alex Partridge for your next event. In 2017 Alex was involved in a major legal dispute over the ownership of UNILAD – he had left his editorial role in 2013 while remaining a shareholder – and won the case. Alex Partridge on mental health Now fully detached from both brands, Alex is a mental health advocate. He has been praised for his raw vulnerability; unashamedly opening up to audiences about how litigation turned him into an alcoholic. After a three year legal tussle that ended in the high courts Alex was successful in winning his company back. However, the excessive drinking landed him in hospital twice and nearly cost him his life. Alex suffers from ADHD and he explores just how this condition has aided and held back some of his dreams as he built his various organisations. Alex Partridge Keynote Speaking Regarded as a ‘Facebook genius’, TedX speaker Alex Partridge is now an acclaimed international professional speaker. See Alex's Tedx Talk below: Alex Partridge - talk takeaways Alex's story combines so many real world lessons he's faced as a digital and social media pioneer that are relevant to a wide range of audiences including: Entrepreneurship Alcoholism Resilience Mental Health & ADHD Sales & Marketing Media & Journalism Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book digital disruption, social media technology UNILAD & LADbible founder Alex Partridge for your corporate event. Contact us .

Alice Hart-Davis is a UK-based beauty journalist and author, and the creator of The Tweakments Guide, a website that explains the complexities of non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as Botox and injectable fillers. She has worked widely across the beauty industry and the aesthetics industry for the past 20 years, writing about skincare, wellbeing and tweakments – so, yes, she knows what really works -- and also acting as a consultant and event facilitator. Contact Great British Speakers today to book 'Tweakments' & beauty speaker Alic Hart-Davis for your next event. While she still loves old-fashioned print media and writes regularly for publications including the Daily Mail, The Times, and Good Housekeeping, she is mostly found on online platforms such as Instagram – running her website, interviewing doctors and surgeons about their latest cosmetic techniques, meeting the brands behind the technology in the aesthetics space and campaigning for better regulation and greater safety in the aesthetics industry. She has won many awards for her work though none for services as a cosmetic guinea-pig.  Her latest book is The Tweakments Guide: Fresher Face. ALICE HART-DAVIS AWARDS INCLUDE:  2004: Fellowship for British Hairdressing: Journalist of the Year 2008: Johnson & Johnson Beauty Awards: Journalist of the Year 2010: Procter & Gamble Beauty & Grooming Awards: Best Beauty Journalist of a Monthly Consumer Glossy 2012: Cosmetic Executive Women (UK) Achiever Award 2013: Johnson & Johnson Beauty Awards: Service to Industry Award 2013: SLA Information Book Award Children’s Choice Overall Winner Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Alice for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Amit Ghose is a keynote speaker who was born with a condition called Neurofibromatosis Type 1, which has caused him to visibly look very different. After years of bullying due to his condition, Amit is now on a journey to support, help and inspire new generations to be kind. He advises audiences on how to be confident on who you are, and how to overcome obstacles and challenges thrown your way. In addition to attracting a 80k+ Tik Tok audience, Amit has appeared in Unilad, Truly, Snapchat – Unfiltered, New York Post, Yahoo, and many other media and news articles. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book disability and mental health speaker Amit Ghose for your next event. Born with Neurofibromatosis Type 1, Amit Ghose has had to live a life with significantly different facial features. Throughout his childhood and early adulthood, he sadly endured much bullying, and he felt people made assumptions about him as a person just because of how he looks. He believes there is still a lot of stigma in the world about people who don’t look the norm, and he believes that the media is not making it any easier to stop. However, over his 30+ years, he has learnt to embrace and celebrate who he is and his differences. He has started to share his story with the world, particularly on TikTok. He started his account in early 2023, and has since gone on to gain over 82,000 followers and 1.3 million likes. In July 2023, Amit uploaded a documentary entitled “Born Different”. Amit speaks about his condition and how it affects him physically, such as losing an eye, how it has impacted upon his social skills and his ability to find love (spoiler alert: he is a married man), whether there is any hereditary risk to any potential children, how he has raised awareness, and reactions he has experienced from the general public. As of September 2023, the documentary had over 40,000 views on YouTube. Whilst his condition has affected every aspect of his life, there are a few main ones which he likes to draw awareness to. Firstly, it is how these deformities are approached in South Asian communities. “...this topic remains largely taboo, leading to stigmatisation and discrimination against those with certain conditions”. As a school child, he was confronted with stars and rejection, other children would distance themselves from him, often because of their own fear of the unknown. Because of this, Amit has struggled with his mental health, particularly with anxiety and depression. His self-worth was low and he feared not being able to find someone to spend his life with. But after having a conversation with someone about marriage, he decided to change his mindset and his outlook on life – and this resulted in him finding his now wife online. But even though he has made leaps and bounds in his own approach to his condition, he is still often faced with criticism, with fear and worry, and with judgement, often from within his own extended family. But now, Amit hopes to go out and talk more publicly about the difficulties he has faced; he wants to support and inspire a wider range of people to be more considerate and respectful. AMIT GHOSE - SPEAKING TOPICS - Bullying - Confidence - Motivation - Inspiration - Storytelling WHY BOOK AMIT GHOSE Amit’s story is an important one. He brings real impact and a substantial change in mindset with his talks. His message about self-acceptance and confidence makes a difference to his listeners, and provides them with something positive to take home with them. “Today, with a fire in my heart and countless stories up my sleeve, I stand poised to redefine perceptions, inspire, and motivate. I wish to be more than a beacon; I want to be a movement. To not just narrate tales but to ignite flames of hope and resilience. With every story I unravel, I promise a mix of inspiration, motivation, and an ounce of mystery. After all, life has taught me that every scar hides an untold story, and mine? It’s just beginning”. Amit Ghose Speaking Clients: HSBC, Venn Recruitment, Aston University, University of Leicester, Joseph Chamberlin College, Cadbury College and Many Primary Schools Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book inspirational keynote speaker Amit Ghose for your corporate event. Contact us .

Anchal Seda is a master makeup artist and YouTube beauty guru who has spent the last three years building and developing a hugely popular online video channel. She has excellent presentation skills which have been honed through her extensive vlogging and creation of video content. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Anchal Seda for your next live event. Contact us . In addition to this, Anchal Seda is experienced in public speaking at events, trade shows and exhibitions.  She has the ability to represent herself, her brand and blends her public image with the message any brand wanting to work with her wants to deliver. With a combination of confidence and flair, Anchal is able to be a flexible and versatile personality to work with.  She is an honest, approachable and bubbly person who loves to be a little larger than life. Brand associations include the Tesco, The Clothes Show Live, ITVbe and YouTube's stand up for Cancer campaign.  Her achievements have been picked up by The Guardian and The Huffington Post. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Anchal Seda for your next live event. Contact us .

Andrea McLean is an award-winning TV Presenter and Broadcaster, Journalist, Writer and Entrepreneur. In 2018, she co-founded the female personal growth site, This Girl Is On Fire, alongside her husband, Nick Feeney, and is now its CEO. They have also founded This Guy is On Fire and This Girl This Guy. Best known for being on ITV programmes such as GMTV (1997-2008) and Loose Women (2007-2020), Andrea has interviewed everyone from actors Goldie Hawn, Dustin Hoffman, Drew Barrymore and Eva Longoria to singer Beyonce. Andrea is now a popular keynote speaker, event host, and conference chair. Confident in talking to audiences of any size from any industry, Andrea is an entertaining, honest, and professional addition to your industry event. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book TV Presenter Andrea McLean for your next event. Born in Scotland, Andrea McLean was bought up in Trinidad and Tobago before moving back to Scotland at the age of 15. In the end, the family settled in Leicestershire, and it was here that she completed her schooling. She achieved a BA Hons degree in Modern Studies from Coventry University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Periodical Journalism. ANDREA MCLEAN IN THE MEDIA Andrea has been working in the media, on and off, since 1996, when she joined The Weather Channel and worked as a weather reporter for Talk Radio. She has since appeared on numerous TV shows as a presenter, contestant or guest. She is best known for presenting GMTV (1997-2008) and Loose Women (2007-2020), but has also presented Our House (1997-2008) and Dancing On Ice Extra (2006). She has been a contestant on reality shows, including Dancing on Ice (2006), Tumble (2014), and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins (2019). She is also a popular guest, appearing on the likes of Bullseye (2006), Never Mind the Buzzcocks (2009), The Alan Titchmarsh Show (2011; 2013), Celebrity Juice (2017), and Sunday Brunch (2017). She is also a prolific face online, with a combined social media following of over 610,000 – where she shares information from her business and promotes her collaboration with companies including Bon Marché, QVC, and Matalan. ANDREA MCLEAN LIFE COACH After experiencing a breakdown in 2019, Andrea realised she needed to change something quickly. So, in 2020, she left Loose Women and pursued her passion for helping others, particularly midlife women, to feel better about themselves. She gained a life coach accreditation and combined her journalism and writing skills to expand This Girl is on Fire; the program now boasts a phone app, masterclasses, courses, podcasts, and live events. ANDREA MCLEAN WRITER Andrea’s original dream was to be a writer, not a presenter. And yet she has achieved both. Her first book, Confessions of a Good Girl (2012), was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller and was followed by Confessions of a Menopause Woman in 2018. In 2020 she wrote This Girl is on Fire: How to Live, Learn and Thrive in a Life you Love , which became her second Sunday Times bestseller and was followed up by You Just Need to Believe It in 2022, where she shares her tried and tested ways to help women break out of their comfort zone and find happiness. ANDREA MCLEAN SPEAKER Andrea’s decades of media experience make her a popular events host and speaker. She can hold the crowds' attention and offers a warm, humorous, honest, and sensitive experience.  ANDREA MCLEAN  SPEAKING TOPICS - TV Presenting - Life in the Media - Female Entrepreneurs - Female Health - Mental Wellbeing Clients: Boots, Kellogg’s, Nintendo, Vistaprint, Barclaycard  Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Presenter and CEO Andrea McLean for your corporate event.  Contact us . Andrea is also available to hire to record for your live event remotely or your next TV commercial.  To book Andrea for voiceover projects visit Great British Voices.

Andy Evans – otherwise known as his online alter ego Doddz – is considered to be one of the best augmented reality creators in the UK, if not the world. His art often resonates deeply with audiences, weaving themes of adventure and happiness into captivating experiences. Augmented Reality is a technology that overlays digital content onto the real world, blending virtual elements with reality to create immersive experiences. AR is a powerful new tool for brands, boosting engagement and in-store experiences, which in turn increases sales conversions by an impressive 94%! After a difficult childhood and school experience – Andy has severe dyslexia – he picked up graphic design and leapt into a world he felt comfortable in. A world where he defied the odds – a phrase that would later influence the name Doddz. Contact Great British Speakers today to book technology augmented reality creator Andy Evans aka Doddz for your next event. Having only been diagnosed with dyslexia when he was 16, Andy Evans struggled with all schooling, being put in a lower set class and told he wouldn’t amount to much. He was surrounded by teachers who would belittle him and discourage him, not realising he was actually having difficulties reading. This treatment followed him through life and inspired his “Defy the Oddz” method, breaking down barriers and believing there are no limitations to achieving your goal. Andy Evans was determined to work at businessman Steven Bartlett’s Social Chain, a worldwide, innovative social media agency. With no formal training or videography skills, Andy taught himself and eventually became Steven’s videographer. Being this close to him meant Andy quickly picked up a lot of excellent business advice. After working for Steven, he launched his own graphic design company, GG, where he put on a 10-day exhibition in Solihull, seeing 400% more visitors pass through than average and selling all bar three items of artwork. Andy developed his skills and founded the Virtual Art Space, a media house working on augmented reality projects such as canvases, sculptures, murals, films, gaming, and custom jackets. He began making custom jackets that came to life using augmented reality, which led to Andy building up a very impressive list of clients. Andy has worked with boxer Anthony Joshua, singers Drake and Doja Cat, comedians James Corden and Russell Howard, media personality Logan Paul and former basketball player Shaquille O’Neil. He has also partnered with Adidas, Aston Martin, Amazon, the Beatles, Boohoo, Coachella Festival, Complex, Disney, Dior, Facebook, FIFA, Gymshark, HBO, High Snobiety, ITV, IVY Park, Manchester City, Marvel, Meta, Nickelodeon, Nike, Paramount, Puma, Snapchat, Sony, TikTok, and Tommy Hilfiger. Andy participated in London Fashion Week, collaborating with Snapchat to produce a fashion show with a difference. The 150 attendees held their phones up to models to reveal his collection of digital streetwear. The aim was to highlight the damage to the environment the fashion world does and inspire talks about sustainability. He aims to continue collaborating with big brands to promote the use of AR in education and innovation. Through his Doddz Academy, Andy offers courses and workshops on Augmented Reality, designed to share simple steps and improve global AR skills. The idea for the academy was influenced by his own frustration in learning about AR when he didn’t have the education to support him. Through the academy, Andy hopes to inspire new creators clearly and concisely. His skills have seen him named as one of TechRound's 29 Under 29 Entrepreneurs. Andy Evans aka Doddz Speaking In 2020, Andy created a 13-minute TEDx talk following 13 years of life, speaking about his “Defy the Oddz” message, how to start a business, how to be a successful entrepreneur, how to defy expectations, and the importance of diversity and inclusion. Andy Evans aka Doddz Keynote Speeches - How to Become the Most Innovative Brand in Your Industry With Doddz - A Different Perspective: Art, Mental Health, and Navigating Neurodivergence - A Threesome With a Twist: Navigating the Complicated Love Triangle Between Brand, Consumer, and Content - From 'Mid' to Magic: How Art Turns Indifferent Consumers into Engaged Fans - Engaging the Audience: Transforming Consumers into Brand Fans Through Art - How to Turn Passive Viewers into Brand Superfans With Doddz - Creative Disruption: How Art Fuels Innovation Andy Evans aka Doddz Speaking Topics - Technology - STEM - Augmented Reality - Fashion - Dyslexia - Diversity and Inclusion https://vimeo.com/1012764605?share=copy Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book augmented reality creator Andy Evans aka Doddz Speaking for your corporate event. Contact us .

Anna Whitehouse – otherwise known as Mother Pukka – is a prominent campaigner for female empowerment and flexible working, as well as a radio presenter, podcast host, and author. She set up Mother Pukka in 2015 after finding there were no suitable platforms to share honest parenthood tips and stories In 2019, Anna was included in  The Telegraph’s ‘Time Wise Top 50 Power List’ for her campaigning. Now a prominent speaker for a variety of events on the topics of parenthood, baby loss, and flexibility in the workplace. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book Mother Pukka Anna Whitehouse for your next event. Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka Anna Whitehouse is passionate about making flexible working easier for everyone, but specifically for parents. She knows how difficult it can be to return to work after having a baby and understands that some companies can be wary of offering flexible working. Which is why Mother Pukka provides a free and confidential legal advice hotline. Anna has always been honest with her readers, providing her own story in the hope it would encourage others to share. Out of seven pregnancies, only two babies were born, which is why she is so keen on talking about miscarriage and baby loss, especially in relation to returning to work. This is where her social media following of almost half a million comes in. Whilst it can be a slippery slope, she believes the power of social media helps women going through potentially isolating experiences realise they’re not alone. Mother Pukka provides an online forum where parents can converse about baby loss, parenthood and work, as well as any other issue they need help with. Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka - Writing Anna’s expertise has seen her write or contribute to publications including  Adweek, Bristol Live, Closer, Daily Mail, Glamour, Grazia, Happiful, the Huffington Post, the Independent, the London Evening Standard, Marie Claire, the Metro, ShortList Media, Stella, Stylist, the Sun, the Telegraph, the Times , and  Time Out. Since starting Mother Pukka, Anna and Matt have written three books, two non-fiction and one fiction. She released  Parenting the Sh*t Out of Life  in 2017, which aimed to help new parents focus on the positives of parenthood more than the drawbacks. In 2020, they released  Where’s My Happy Ending , where they set out to discover how to make your relationship last forever, focussing on topics including love, sex, sexuality and children. Their first fiction book  Underbelly was released in 2021 and explored the reality behind the filtered surface of modern women’s lives. Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka - Media work Anna’s first taste of mainstream TV was in 2021, where she appeared on Channel 4’s primetime money-saving programme  Secret Spenders,  where she appeared as a lifestyle expert. Since then, she has appeared on  Good Morning Britain, ITV News, Lorraine  and  Women’s House.  She can also be heard on Sunday nights presenting her Heart Radio programme. She runs her very successful podcast  Dirty Mother Pukka,  where she has spoken about topics including divorce, ageing, sex, illness, shopping addiction, relationships, nostalgia and work in over 80 episodes. Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka - Corporate work Her down-to-earth nature and personality make her the perfect collaborator or ambassador. She has already collaborated with the likes of Garnier, McDonald’s, Samsung, Sky and Specsavers. She is often asked to speak at industry, corporate and public events on the challenges of flexible working and her campaign for change. She has spoken at events ranging from the very large – such as The Podcast Show, the country’s biggest podcast festival – and the more intimate, such as at the Francis Holland school as part of their PHSE programme, focussing on flexible working. Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka - Speaking Anna is a force to be reckoned with. Her speaking style is honest and open, funny and sad, with the aim of helping anyone going through parenting troubles or issues with work. In 2019, Anna and her husband Matt Farquharson hosted a TEDx talk entitled ‘How to be a Happy Chicken’, where they discussed how flexible working can be better for our physical and mental well-being, help our work/life balance, and can help promote women in senior roles. Over 10,000 people have since watched the talk below: Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka - Speaking topics - Pregnancy - Miscarriage - Parenting - Flexible Working - Journalism - Social Media - Female Entrepreneur Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book parenting and flexible working speaker Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother Pukka for your next event. Contact us .

Anna Williamson is an experienced TV and radio broadcaster, No. 1 bestselling author, counsellor, life coach, and Master NLP Practitioner. She uses her diverse skillset as the dating expert and presenter of Celebs Go Dating (2019-23), One Night Stand (2022), and Save Well, Spend Better (2019). She is also the mental health expert on FYI: For Your Info (2021), and reporter on hard-hitting films for BBC’s Inside Out (2017-20). Anna has two very successful podcasts: Breaking Mum and Dad, where Anna brings the no-nonsense conversation about parenting and paternal mental health from her book to life, alongside her partner and other celebrity parents. This podcast is now a double British Podcast Award nominee! She also co-hosts LuAnna, with Luisa Zissman , a light-hearted podcast where they debate and talk openly about topical issues, and boasts over 1 million downloads per month! She is a passionate campaigner for mental health and wellbeing; with her experiences of post-natal depression, she is an excellent speaker on parental mental health issues, having suffered from GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder) which is what inspired her to write her first book. Anna’s first-hand experience with mental health difficulties and her extensive portfolio of broadcasting jobs make her an ideal fit for live events. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book presenter, podcaster, mental-health and wellness ambassador Anna Williamson for your next event. EARLY MEDIA CAREER Anna Williamson had her first taste of fame at the age of 15 when she was part of the girl group Blush, but it was two years later when she would get her break on television. She joined the children’s programme Milkshake! (1997) on Channel 5, alongside Konnie Huq and Angelica Bell, which then let her to a role presenting on the Disney Channel. She has since presented for CiTV, Nickelodeon, ITV, Sky, Channel 5, BBC, Channel 4, and MTV, as well as broadcasting on Five Live, Virgin Radio, Radio 1, and Capital FM. This combination of working for popular networks such as Nickelodeon, meant Anna was soon being snapped up to present everything from Scary Sleepover (2004), Toonattik (2005), Jamie and Anna’s Big Weekend (2010), Camp Orange (2011-12), and House of Anubis (2011-13). She was then seen on the second series of the ITV reality show Splash! (2014), making it to the semi-final. HOSTING AND REPORTING In 2011, Anna started appearing as a guest entertainment reporter for ITV’s Daybreak (2010-14), followed by This Morning (2013-20) in 2013 as their agony aunt. In 2014 she became a regular on ITV’s Good Morning Britain (2015-18), and Lorraine (2014-19), covering everything from celebrities to hard-hitting news and competitions. She has also hosted the National Lottery Xtra and the Wednesday Lotto draw for several years. Her increasing fame saw her co-hosting Channel 5’s Big Brother’s Bit on the Side (2013-17) with Rylan Clark, as their on-screen psychology expert. Anna and her podcast co-host Luisa Zissman took their show on tour in 2022, with the 19-date tour selling out in minutes. The podcast is so popular it has been voted the Top 20 Listeners Choice two years running! WRITING Alongside her presenting work, Anna has transferred her skills to the written word, writing a column for the Digital Spy website, regularly reaching over 100,000 people. She is also the weekly therapist and life coach columnist for Closer magazine, and monthly relationship expert and columnist for Psychologies magazine. She also has her own agony aunt columns in magazines such as Girl Talk, Women Fitness, Top Sante, and Mother and Baby. Aware that not everyone can access her sessions, Anna put pen to paper and has written a number of successful books on mental health and wellbeing: - Breaking Mad: The Insider’s Guide to Conquering Anxiety (2017) was written with clinical psychologist Dr Reetta Newell and was a national bestseller - Breaking Mum and Dad: The Insider’s Guide to Parenting Anxiety (2018) was published alongside a podcast that was frequently in the number one spot on the iTunes chart - How Not to Lose It: Mental Health Sorted (2019) aimed predominantly at young people, covering topics such as anxiety, panic attacks, low mood, depression, exam stress, social media, divorce, grief, blended families, and toxic relationships - Where is the Love: The Honest Guide to Dating and Relationships (2022), shortlisted for the Health and Wellbeing Awards, this is a 21st Century bible for anyone looking for love Anna also wrote a short story,  Flo & The Funny Feelings  (2017) in collaboration with the NHS to help raise awareness of mental health in children. LIVE EVENTS Anna quickly became a go-to host for red carpet events, such as the 2008 Kung Fu Panda red carpet, backstage at the BAFTAs, the Bounce Festival, Nickelodeon’s Skills Aware, the European Music Awards, and the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards, interviewing big stars such as Jack Black, One Direction, and the Kardashians. She was also chosen as the host of the 2015 Gumball 3000, an international motorsports rally where she was seen in the company of Robbie Fowler, Dolph Lundgren, and Lewis Hamilton. Anna Williamson Luisa Zizssman LuAnna podcasters at Great British Speakers CORPORATE PRESENTER Anna has worked for a variety of blue-chip companies, advertisement campaigns, and charities, such as Barnardo’s, Camelot, Dream Toys, Elderman, Viacom, and Weetabix. She has also been the voiceover of the Smyths Toys’ Christmas campaigns, Transport for London, and Sony. Other clients include American Express, Argos, BAFTA, BP, Chad Valley, Champneys, Childline, Disney, HomeSense, Land Securities, Nickelodeon, Princes Trust, TK Maxx, and the World Label Awards. To book Anna for your voiceover campaign, contact our celebrity V/O booking agent Alex at Great British Voices. MENTAL HEALTH SPEAKER Away from public life, Anna suffered from an almost crippling battle with generalised anxiety disorder. She spoke out about her experiences and realised there was still a stigma around having mental health difficulties. To help fight these stigmas, Anna became an ambassador for charity Mind, qualified as a counsellor and life coach, and now runs her own private coaching practice. She is also a proud spokesperson for Childline and The Prince’s Trust, co-hosting the Prince’s Trust Celebrate Success Awards alongside Ant and Dec and the then Prince of Wales, now King Charles. Anna can be seen discussing hard-hitting topics such as mental health and family relationships on This Morning, but she also takes her experiences to schools and businesses, whilst fronting awareness campaigns for AOL, The Telegraph and YouTube. WELLBEING PRESENTER Anna has taken her interest in wellbeing and used it in a number of popular television shows. She was the behavioural coach for MTV’s  Single AF  (2017-2018), the dating and relationship expert on E4’s  Celebs Go Dating (2016-2023) the agony aunt for The Anna Williamson Show on Talk Radio and The Mental Health Show on BBC3 Counties Radio. She has been a part of a number of wellbeing awareness campaigns for a number of companies including American Express, YMCA, NHS, TK Maxx & HomeSense, WOMANUP, Derby Homes, Champneys, Nutra Concepts, Viacom, Busy Bees, Argos, Land Securities, Haven and Barnardo’s. Anna’s wealth of experience and versatility means that she can offer a wealth of presenting styles, such as web videos, broadcast, live presenting, narration and voiceovers. She is engaging, thoughtful and experienced and adept in front of live audiences. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book television presenter and mental health ambassador Anna Williamson for your corporate event. Contact us .

Ant Middleton is renowned for his expertise in extreme adventure and unwavering dedication to promoting a positive mindset. He boasts a remarkable career in the UK's elite forces, having served in the Marines, 9 Parachute Squadron, and the Special Boat Service, earning him the prestigious title of achieving the 'Holy Trinity' of elite forces service. As the Chief Instructor of the highly successful SAS Australia and the UK Channel 4 reality series, SAS: Who Dares Wins. Ant showcases his leadership skills, imparting valuable knowledge to participants and viewers alike. His ability to thrive in demanding situations and maintain a positive mindset has earned him respect and admiration within the survival and adventure community. As a speaker, Ant captivates audiences through thrilling road trips with celebrities on 'Straight Talking' and conquers the perilous peaks of Mount Everest and K2, continuously pushing his own boundaries and inspiring others to do the same. To hire British adventurer and motivational resilience speaker Ant Middleton, contact us at Great British Speakers Beyond his screen appearances, Ant Middleton's electrifying live show, 'Mind Over Muscle,' delves deep into his extraordinary military life, training techniques, and invaluable experiences that have armed him to overcome any challenge life may present. With over 2 million copies of his books sold worldwide, Ant's literary talent matches his adventures, further enriching the lives of his readers. As an ambassador for Garmin UK, Ant personifies the indomitable human spirit, becoming a source of inspiration for audiences worldwide. Prepare to be enthralled by the master of extreme adventure and a true exemplar of resilience. Ant Middleton Speaking Topics - Embarking on the Journey to Achievement: Setting and Conquering Goals - The Winning Attitude: Harnessing the Power of Positive Mindset - Leadership Lessons: Inspiring Excellence from the Frontlines - Mindset Mastery for Peak Performance - Igniting the Inner Fire: Unleashing Motivation - Survival Strategies: Navigating Change With Resilience - The Power of Teamwork: Achieving Synergy for Collective Success To hire British Adventurer and resilience speaker Ant Middleton contact the team at Great British Speakers today.  Email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com or call +44 1753 439 289 CONTACT US

Antony Worrall Thompson is an English restaurateur, celebrity chef, popular television personality and writer. With a culinary career spanning almost four decades, Antony became a well-known face of television in the 1990s, entertaining audiences with his charm and sense of humour but also has an absolute passion for food. His first big break in the kitchens of London was when he was given a chance as sous chef at Brinkley’s in London in 1978, where was made head chef just a year later. Following this he was Executive Chef at 190 Queens Gate in South Kensington. In 1981 Antony Worrall Thompson launched his own restaurant Ménage a Trois in Knightsbridge, adding further restaurants and pubs in the following years. Antony Worrall Thompson was first seen on TV when he was a resident chef and presenter on BBC's Food and Drink programme, before making regular appearances on Ready Steady Cook from 1994. Following his part in I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in 2003, he secured the role of presenter on the BBC programme Saturday Kitchen, a position he kept for three years. He also presented ITV’s Saturday Cooks, appeared on the BBC’s Great British Menu and regularly featured on This Morning. Anthony has shared his wisdom in print too, writing a number of books, and regular columns in the Daily Express and in Good Food Magazine. Contact Great British Speakers today to book celebrity chef and TV personality Antony Worrall Thompson for your next event. Antony Worrall Thompson | Background Antony Worall Thompson was born in Stratford-upon-Avon. Both his parents were. His parents were actors. Despite his charismatic personality, Anthony didn't show signs of following in his parents' footsteps. While a student King's School, Canterbury, he sustained facial injuries while playing rugby and had to wait until he was twenty-one years of age before he could have plastic surgery to correct the disfigurement. Antony studied hotel management at Westminster Kingsway College, after which he took his first catering job in Essex. Antony Worrall Thompson | Career & Restaurants Moving to London in 1978, he became sous-chef at Brinkley's Restaurant, Fulham Road, before becoming head chef one year later. A year later he took a sabbatical to go and travel in France, eating and working his way around the local cuisine. On his return he incorporated much of what he had learned in France into his own cuisine. Before opening his own restaurant, Antony was the Executive Chef at 190 Queens Gate in South Kensington, London. Then in 1981 he opened his first restaurant Ménage à Trois in Knightsbridge, where he served only starters and desserts. He then launched further restaurants in London and the South East. Antony Worall Thompson | Television His first television appearance was on on BBC2's Food and Drink, before then appearing on Ready Steady Cook from 1994. With growing popularity Anthony then started to appear on non-food related programmes, starting in 2001, with an appearance  on Lily Savage's Blankety Blank and in 2003, on the second series of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He then took over hosting  BBC2's Saturday Kitchen, in which he took the programme to increased popularity and a spot on BBC1. He later presented the ITV Daily Cooks Challenge and  BBC's Great British Menu. In 2010, de was also on the mini series Trawlermen: Celebs at sea. Anthony has filmed many of his own series for Carlton Food Network, including a 78-part series called Worrall Thompson Cooks; Simply Antony; Antony’s Scotland; and So You Think You Can’t Cook. He has also hosted a programme for Channel 4, Stir Fry, which looked at the quality of food in prisons. He captained a team on BBC Radio 4’s Question of Taste with wine expert Oz Clarke OBE. He has also guested on the Radio 4 programme ‘Broadcasting House’. Antony Worall Thompson | Books Anthony has published over 50 books and the following are just some of the highly popular books he has released over the years, since his first book was published back in the 1980s. - Thirty Minute Menus - The People's Cookbook - Antony Makes It Easy - Slow Cooking - Antony Worrall Thompson Top 100 Beef Recipes - Real Family Food - Mediterranean - Saturday Kitchen Cookbook Antony has also written a number of cookbooks for people with diabetes, including GI Diet and The Diabetes Weight Loss Diet. Antony Worall Thompson | Awards In 1987 Antony was presented with the   (MOGB), one of the most prestigious accolades a chef can receive and dubbed the culinary oscars. The award, which is organised by Academy of Culinary Arts (ACA), is now called Master of Culinary Arts (MCA). Why book Antony Worrall Thompson? Not only is Antony charming and playful, but he is a true professional and genius of the culinary world. He has achieved great success and has many stories to tell, wisdom to share and insights to impart. His audiences are always engaged and come away learning something new. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson for your next event.

Floella Benjamin is a much-loved TV presenter, stage actress, author, producer, businesswoman, and diversity speaker. She is probably best known for being the iconic presenter on BBC’s children's programmes  Playschool  (1976-84) and  Playaway  (1977-84), through which she became a nationwide star. Thanks to her media career and charity work, Floella was awarded a BAFTA Special Lifetime Award in 2004 and the J.M. Barrie Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Contact Great British Speakers today to book legendary TV Presenter and charity campaigner Floella Benjamin for your next event. Floella Benjamin was born in Trinidad but was raised in England, where she was educated. Leaving school at 16, she began working in the banking industry, but after just three years, she decided it didn’t suit her, and she dipped her toe into the world of show business. Baroness Floella Benjamin Acting Career She has since appeared on the West End stage in shows including Jesus Christ Superstar, The Black Mikado, and The Husband in Law, and pantomimes Puss in Boots, Aladdin, Peter Pan, and Babes in the Wood. Whilst best known for her children’s TV presenting, Floella has appeared as an actress in TV shows  The Sarah Jane Adventures  (2007-11),  Chuggington  (2008),  Bergerac  (1981), and  The Line of Beauty  (2006), and feature films  Black Joy  (1977),  Run Fatboy Run  (2007) and  Rendition  (2007). Baroness Floella Benjamin Media Career She has gone on to present shows such as  A Houseful of Plants  (1987-88) and BBC Daytime Live (1987-89), as well as her own current affairs show on Radio London’s Black Londoners programme for several years. She has lent her voice to narration jobs for several international orchestras, including the Northern Symphony, East of England, Welsh Chamber, and Jersey Chamber orchestras. In 2019, Floella launched her podcast  From the Heart  in honour of Windrush Day. Each episode explored key social topics such as emotional resilience, the power of positivity, and the importance of knowing yourself. She set up her own television production company in 1987, and since then, has produced hundreds of programmes aimed predominately at children, including  Treehouse  (1987-89), Playabout  (1990-91), Jamboree  (1998-2000) and  Hullaballoo  (1994-95). She has also produced cookery programmes  Caribbean Kitchen  (2000), A Taste of Barbados  (2000), Great British Picnics  (2001), Africa on a Plate  (2001), and  A Taste of Cuba  (2001), as well as historical programme  Statues and Monuments  (2002), When I Came to Britain  (2004), and  Coming to England  (2003) – which would go on to win a Royal Television Society award. Baroness Floella Benjamin Writing Work Not content with being a popular children’s TV presenter, Floella is also a successful fiction and non-fiction author. She has written over 30 children’s books, including  Floella’s Fun Book, Fall About With Flo, Floella’s Cardboard Box Book , and  Snotty and the Rod of Power , cookbooks  Caribbean Cookery,  and  Exploring Caribbean Food in Britain.  Her first adult novel  Sea of Tears  was published in 2012. Her most successful adult books have been non-fiction publications about her own life.  Coming to England  (1995) looked at how her family moved to England, and the follow-up  Coming to England – The Arms of Britannia  (2010) covered her teenage years in London. Baroness Floella Benjamin Charity & Campaigning Work Floella uses her high profile to help support and campaign for several causes and charities. She is particularly concerned with human rights, education, and children’s welfare worldwide. She created the initiative ‘Touching Success’ to help support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and culturally diverse communities. She has sat on various boards, including OFCOM, National Film & Television School, the Royal Mail Stamp Advisory Board, BBFC Children’s Advisor Panel, Dulwich College, Isle of Sheppey Academy, and Waitrose’s Diversity board. She is a Vice President of Barnardos, and the RHS, patron of Beating Bowel Cancer, Sickle Cell Society, and Transplant Links, is President of the Society of Women Writers and Journalists, was Chairman of BAFTA Television, and is an RHS ambassador. She has supported many other charities, such as The Book Trust, Oxfam, NSPCC, Save the Children, Macmillan, WATCH, and Turning Point. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book legendary presenter and inspirational speaker Floella Benjamin and inspirational speaker for your event. Contact us .

Ben Alldis is one of the UK’s most popular Peloton instructors with over 145k followers on Instagram. Formerly a finance professional in the City of London, Ben pivoted his career and followed his dream of healthy living to become a superstar in his field. Having drastically expanded his own envelope, he is able to relate directly to people who feel the need to get motivated and expand their own life outside of their comfort zone. He is available both in-person and for virtual engagements and fireside chats. Contact Ben's speaker agent, Great British Speakers today to book Ben Alldis for your next corporate event or call +44 1753 439289. Growing up, Ben was an accomplished athlete who was always looking for the opportunity to run, ride, kick a ball or compete. Working at a prestigious finance firm, Ben found himself daydreaming about his days on the field and in the gym. That inspired him to begin training clients as a side hustle. He quickly gained momentum and decided to take a leap of faith to leave finance behind to pursue his true passion in fitness. Ben is excited to connect through his love of music, coach with Peloton Members around the world, and become a part of their story as they move through challenges on and off the Bike. Ben is based in the UK and teaches cycling & strength. Ben Alldis - Motivational Speaking Topics: How to overcome burnout The importance of sleep Motivation through mind and body Pivoting and changing your path Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Ben Alldis for your next live event or corporate video. Ben is just one of our amazing team of Olympians and sports speakers

Cat Deeley and former-husband Patrick Kiely recently returned to London 14 years after launching her career in the USA. In addition to embarking on new broadcast projects in the UK, multi award-winning presenter, model and actor Cat is now available to bring her warmth and personality to any corporate conference or events awards hosting assignment. Contact Great British Speakers today to book TV presenter and awards host Cat Deeley for your next event. Reining from Birmingham, England, Cat Deeley is one of the foremost television presenters both in the United States and the UK. In 2005, Cat broke into the world of male-dominated television hosts when she began hosting So You Think You Can Dance, one of America’s most popular dance reality shows, which has aired for 16 seasons on FOX. Cat Deeley | Awards and Accolades Cat has received five Emmy nominations for Outstanding Reality Host in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 as well as winning a 2012 and 2014 Critics’ Choice Awards for Best Reality Host for her work on the show. She was the first-ever Brit to host on Regis & Kelly, and was Jay Leno's first regular entertainment correspondent on The Tonight Show, and performed the same duty for Good Morning America. Cat is a BAFTA Award winner and has won many other awards for her work on some of the UK's hottest primetime shows, including The Brits, Elton John Live From New York, The Latin Grammy Awards, Stars in Their Eyes, Comic Relief Does Fame Academy, the V Festival, CD: UK Live, SMTV: Live and not one but two specials with U2, When Cat Met U2, for ITV and U2 At The BBC for BBC1. Cat Deeley | Celebrity Host If you're looking to book a celebrity host, whether it be Cat Deeley, Claudia Winkleman, Davina McCall or Carol Vorderman call Jane Farnham for personal guidance and help in finding just the right celebrity to host your event! Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book TV presenter Cat Deeley to host your next corporate live event.  Contact us.

Catherine Tyldesley is best known for appearing in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street (2011-2018), as well as her guest appearances on various entertainment programmes, including Strictly Come Dancing (2019), where she finished 11th alongside professional partner Johannes Radebe. As well as her acting jobs, Catherine is a big advocate for healthy cooking and positive physical and mental wellbeing, often providing healthy recipes and cooking segments to her 1,000,000+ social media followers. She is also a keen singer, releasing her debut album Rise in 2016. Contact Great British Speakers today to book awards host Catherine Tyldesley for your next event. As well as Coronation Street, Catherine Tyldesley has acted in TV Programmes such as Holby City (2006; 2010), Lilies (2007), Doctors (2008), Emmerdale (2010), Shameless (2011), Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps (2011), Trollied (2011-2012), Scarborough (2019), Viewpoint (2021), McDonald and Dodds (2022), and A Good Ship Murder (2023). Catherine is best known for her soap opera work, but she can frequently be seen as a guest on panel, reality, news, and entertainment shows, including Loose Women (2011; 2018), I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! NOW! (2011), Lorraine (2012), All Star Family Fortunes (2013), Celebrity Chase (2013; 2021), Tipping Point: Lucky Stars (2018), Strictly Come Dancing (2019), Who Wants to be a Millionaire? (2019), The Weakest Link (2021), Cooking With the Stars (2021), Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2022), and Moneybags (2022). In 2021, she appeared on ITV’s All-Star Musicals, winning the competition with her rendition of Memory from the musical Cats. Catherine Tyldesley Hosting Work Her down-to-earth nature and friendly presenting style have led her to host a number of programmes, including ITV’s Tonight programme, the documentary 100 Greatest Walks, and frequent cooking segments on Lorraine. In 2020, she was featured in the launch of the Events That Made Me podcast, hosted by event planner Liz Taylor, where she talked about her passion for being an actress, her time on Strictly, and what impacts her confidence. Catherine Tyldesley Awards Her television appearances have seen her nominated for many awards, including The British Soap Awards ‘sexiest female’ three times, The Inside Soap Awards ‘best actress’ twice, and the Digital Spy Reader Award for ‘best soap actor (female)’. Catherine Tyldesley Corporate Work Catherine is a well-known figure in popular culture and has partnered up with some of the top UK brands, including Fairy, House of Fraser, Littlewoods, Symprove, Tonies, Vodafone, Fisher Price, Matalan, Tesco, and Very. In 2020, Catherine partnered with Co-Op for their ‘Neighbour of the Year’ awards, focussing on loneliness and how the COVID pandemic led to increased neighbourly relationships. Catherine Tyldesley Wellbeing and Pregnancy Since becoming a mother, Catherine’s focus has shifted to maintaining her physical wellbeing, particularly regarding digestive issues, insomnia, and exercise during pregnancy. Her love for cooking has led to her penning the brand ‘Auntie Cath Cooks’, which has over 29,000 Instagram followers alone. She spoke to Brood magazine about how she studied nutrition whilst on maternity leave with her first child and gained a stronger passion for delicious, cheap, but nutritious food. Catherine Tyldesley Speaking Topics - Acting - TV Presenting - Cooking - Healthy Living - Pregnancy and Parenting Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book TV soap actress & awards host Catherine Tyldesley for your corporate event. Contact us.

Chemmy Alcott is widely regarded as one of Britain’s greatest-ever skiers. Appearing at four Olympic Games and being the only British female skier ever to win a World Cup run, Chemmy ranked as high as eight in the world, and became British National Overall Champion an impressive seven times. Chemmy retired from professional competing in 2014, and has since gone on to become a sporting pundit, TV personality, keynote speaker and corporate event host. Contact Great British Speakers today to book British skier Chemmy Alcott for your next event. SPORT Chemmy Alcott received her first set of skis aged 18 months, began racing at aged 3, joined competitive racing at 8, and never looked back. However, her run to the top was not without its challenges, having injured herself and broken over 45 bones in her career, starting with a broken neck at age 12, and including a broken foot, broken ankle, and double fractured right leg. She started winning medals early in her career, with six gold medals at the Junior British National Alpine Ski Championships and a silver and bronze at the European Youth Winter Olympic Festival. In 2002, she won every title on offer in her final junior championships. In 2005, she was awarded the Sunday Times Junior Sportswoman of the Year. She made her Olympics debut in Salt Lake City in 2002, appearing in the subsequent three in Turin, Vancouver, and Sochi. Throughout her senior career, she won an astounding 37 gold medals at the Senior British National Alpine Ski Championships, won gold in 5 separate Super G events, gold medals in giant slalom over seven years and slalom over six. CHARITY Charity work is very important to Chemmy, and she is an ambassador for several good causes and participates in fundraising activities. She is an ambassador for Right to Play, Ski4Cancer, SnowCamp, and United Learning and raises money for underdeveloped countries to promote sport in education. Her fundraising endeavours always rely on her athleticism; she has participated in the World’s Toughest Ski Race in Greenland, a 100-mile road race in London, and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, raising almost £1,000,000 for charity. She herself is the founder of the X-Elle Initiative, which was developed to increase girls’ confidence in sports. MEDIA Since retiring, Chemmy has become a familiar face on our TV screens, being part of the BBC’s Winter Olympic commentary team, presenting Ski Sunday (2023), and appearing on ESPN, Eurosport, and Sky Sports. She has also appeared as a guest or competitor on A League of Their Own (2019), Richard Osman’s House of Games (2018), Pointless Celebrities (2016-2018), Alan Davies Après Ski (2014), and Dancing on Ice (2012) – where she placed fifth. She is very popular on social media and has a following of over 117,000 across platforms. SPEAKING Chemmy is one of the most in-demand Olympic speakers on the circuit. With years of sporting experience, broadcasting experience, and charity work, combined with her down-to-earth nature, Chemmy can inspire and motivate any audience, from school pupils to business leaders. SPEAKING TOPICS - Goal Setting - Mindset - Overcoming Adversity - Performance - Resilience - Self-Belief - TV Work - Olympics - Winter Sports   KEYNOTES - Win or Learn: Taking Risks, Pushing Boundaries, and Developing a Growth Mindset - Overcoming the Fear of Failure to Live Your Fullest Life - Balancing Your Personal and Professional Lives   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott for your corporate event. Contact us.

Chloe Madeley is a fitness expert, personal and nutrition trainer, TV presenter and reality TV personality. Chloe was first seen on TV screens in 2008 presenting four episodes of Big Brother's Big Mouth and then as an ad-hoc reporter on her parents chat show Richard & Judy. In 2010 Chloe appeared on Celebrity Quitters, a five-part series in which she gave up smoking. Chloe came third place in Dancing on Ice in 2011 and she finished fifth in the celebrity reality show The Jump in 2015. She has recently returned to television, with her ITV series Chloe Madeley: A Family Affair having just launched. Chloe Madeley became a personal trainer in 2013 and since then has created three personal fitness apps 15-Minute Fat Loss, Weights4Women and Eat Clean Get Lean. She also provides online fitness and nutrition programmes, downloads and social media content to a quarter of a million followers. Chloe has regularly appeared in the media, interviewed about fitness and her personal journey. She is an ambassador for the Nuffield Health Move Together initiative, which aims to get 11–16-year-old girls across the nation moving and more physically active. To book fitness expert, author and TV personality Chloe Madeley for your next event contact Great British Speakers today. Chloe Madeley Books Chloe has published four popular books. In 2018 she published her first book The 4-Week Body Blitz, the following year she released The Fat Loss Blitz and Transform Your Body with Weights  and Eating for Results followed in 2020 and 2021, respectively. Chloe is currently writing her fifth book, another with a health and fitness theme. The Bodcast with Chloe Madeley The Bodcast, Chloe's aptly named podcast, has been running since 2018. On the weekly podcast Chloe talks to her favourite people in the world of health and fitness, covering a broad range of issues including health, fitness, menopause, physio, nutrition, mental health and detoxing to name a few. The EC Method Chloe is partnered with Emma Gordon-Story providing The EC Method, an online programme helping women who have battled with years of yo-yo dieting to little affect. The pair have helped over 4,000 who have followed their programme with the intention of losing weight and keeping the weight off. The programme is more than a diet but a way of life, incorporating fitness, nutrition and mindset. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book health and fitness expert, author and TV personality Chloe Madeley for your next event.  Contact us.

Chris Hines MBE has spent over 30 years campaigning for the environment and inspiring positive change. He was the co-founder and director of Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) from 1990 to 2000. Regarded as “some of the Government’s most sophisticated environmental critics” by the BBC and “Britain’s coolest pressure group” by The Independent , SAS helped deliver massive environmental improvements. He then became the sustainability director for the Eden Project for five years, which involved him conceiving and delivering ‘Waste Neutral’, an early version of the circular economy. He is now the owner of A Grain of Sand, a company dedicated to saving the environment. Shortlisted for the 1999 Green Politics Award and having provided evidence to Commons and Lords Committees, Chris now booked as a highly-popular sustainability and environment speaker. Contact Great British Speakers today to book environmentalist Chris Hines MBE for your next event. Chris Hines - Surfers Against Sewage Chris Hines MBE has been campaigning against ocean plastics since 1990. He’s given evidence to the UK parliament, the Monopolies and Merges Commission, the European Commission, brief the President of the European Parliament, and been a special advisor to the Minister for the Environment 1997-2003, the Rt. Hon Michael Meacher MP. He has also taken his expertise to the media and appeared on BBC World Service, CNN and Panorama, and he co-wrote and co-presented What on Earth with Melinda Messenger . Chris Hines at the Eden Project During his five years at The Eden Project, Chris managed the Waste Neutral concept. Similar to being carbon neutral, being waste neutral was their aim to balance what was being sent for recycling and disposal with what was being bought in a recycled products. As well as this, Chris was responsible for Eden’s sustainability programme, aiming to ensure that Eden practiced what they preached and became a leader in its own operations. Chris often said the worst part of his job there was sitting at his desk; he wanted to be out there in the thick of it, knee-deep in rubbish to help make The Eden Project as sustainable as possible. Chris Hines Corporate Environmental Work Chris now aims to deliver positive change by working with a range of clients with a shared vision of helping the environment. He sits on the BBC Sustainability Advisory Group, in 2003 he was selected to attend the 9th Commonwealth Study Conference in Australia where he met with another 200 delegates from 40 countries, he is also a member of Sustainability of South West, sits on the Strategic Panel of Cornwall Sustainable Energy Partnership and is a member of the Environment Agency Regional Environmental Protection Advisory Committee. He has given presentations to a wide range of groups and organisations from BMW Guggenheim to the Dutch Tax Office, Bombay Sapphire, Lonely Planet, the National Grid, the Global Surf Cities Conference and a number of schools in the Hague and Geneva. Chris Hines Environmental Awards Whilst he does what he does for the good of the planet, his actions have awarded Chris with a number of accolades including being appointed an MBE in 2008 for services to the environment, named a Daily Telegraph ’s Eco Hero, was presented with an Honorary Doctorate of Science from the University of Plymouth in 2011 and was the joint winner of the first International Surfers Path Green Wave Award in 2006. Chris Hines Environment Speaker Chris Hines definitely puts his money where his mouth is; having campaigned for sewage treatment works, he even lives next to one! He is an excellent keynote speaker on the environmental issues and waste problems facing our planet. Chris Hines Environment Speaking Topics - Environmental Issues - Sustainability - Communication - Motivation and Leadership - Financial Viability of an Organisation - Lobbying and Interacting with Government Bodies - Inspiration - Mental Health, Happiness and Wellness - Change and Uncertainty - Future Trends - Innovation - Business/Corporate - Public and Service Industry Chris Hines - A Grain Of Sand Objectives: Chris Hines set up A Grain of Sand in 2009, an organisation that works to help inspire, catalyse, and drive positive change in a range of areas. With a strong proven track record in campaigning and communications, sustainability and environmentalism, they focus on finding positive solutions to problems, creating the environment and agenda for change, and making a different to the world we live in. A Grain of Sand works in six key aspects to achieve their goals: INSPIRE Inspiring and motivating change is a key part of A Grain of Sand’s manifesto. They achieve this through motivational talks as well as masterclasses and workshops on campaigning, leadership and sustainability. Chris has delivered these kinds of classes to the senior management of companies from the National Grid to the Women’s Institute. CAMPAIGN A Grain of Sand believe that strong campaigning is vital for delivering positive change. They believe that massive resources are used to persuade the public to make decisions, such as in a general election, and they believe this experience should be shared to better the world. COMMUNICATE Communication has always been a key part of humanity, and A Grain of Sand equally think it is vital. Communication is key to help issues such as climate change as well as to the success of small and large businesses. MEASURE The only way any positive change will happen is if you recognise that the current situation is not the right one. Change requires that you know which situation you want to be in, and what you have to change to get there. A Grain of Sand helps measure and assess situations which can then allow for efficient targeting of vital resources. SOLUTIONS We all find it easy to complain about a problem, but it’s not as easy to find and implement a solution. A Grain of Sand believe that the 21st Century is about delivering efficient solutions to problems and to create an environment for those solutions to be implemented. CELEBRATE  No matter how difficult the situation may be, it is important to celebrate any positive steps and achievements, whether as an individual or an organisation. Bringing people together to celebrate is an important part of positive change. If you’re after a speaker who is passionate, informed, empowering, hands on and positive about environmental change, then Chris Hines is the man for you. 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The face of Channel 5 weather, Clare Nasir is a fully qualified, Met office trained weather forecaster with over two decades of experience. Her first love has always been science and the weather. Writing regularly for the Huffington Post on science and weather, her passion is accompanied by a wealth of qualifications, including a BSc in Maths, MSc in Oceanography and a diploma in Environmental Policy. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book TV Met Office Weather Expert Clare Nasir for your next event. During her ten years as GMTV’s weather anchor, Clare Nasir was in charge of the output and production for science and weather stories. In 2011, she won the coveted TRIC Award for Best Weather Presenter of the Year. Clare has also worked as a weather presenter for London Tonight, 5 News, CBBC, BBC North West Tonight, BBC Look North (East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire) and BBC Look North (Yorkshire and North Midlands). She has also presented many travel and lifestyle features, and produced and co-presented the much acclaimed CBBC science documentary Fierce Earth (2013). She recently featured in Channel 4's  Wild Weather  series. Clare has a passion for education and is delighted to have turned her hand to writing, releasing several child-friendly books. In 2014, Colin the Cloud (Cloud Academy Series 1) was released; a rhyming story for 4-7 year olds, aiming to teach them about weather and simple atmospheric physics. It was well received by children and adults alike, and made it to the Amazon bestsellers list. This has since been followed up by Steve the Stratus (2015), The Showbiz Clouds (2015), and Two Clouds and a Cough (2016). In 2019, she published What Does Rain Smell Like?: Discover the fascinating answers to the most curious weather questions from two expert meteorologist s. Aimed for all ages, and together with Simon King, Clare aimed to reveal the secrets behind the weather, referring to rainbows, lightning, and climate modification. Clare has a passion for sport and fitness – she works out regularly and enjoys kickboxing. Her first fitness DVD Clare Nasir’s Boot Camp was released in 2009 and became one of the UK’s bestselling workout DVDs. https://vimeo.com/464271842 Clare is the ambassador for the National Campaign on Healthy Air. This involves working closely with an environmental law firm, Client Earth, and speaking for the campaign at the House of Lords. She is also an ambassador for The Prince’s Trust, and a third-party advocate for the nuclear energy industry. Her passion for sustainability and the environment has seen her speaking to school children about the weather and climate change and how they can help prevent further environmental damage. She recently fronted the Boots Air Pollution Campaign. She appeared on the podcast The Convex Conversation with Helen Fospero in 2021 to discuss COP26, research happening at the Met Office,  and what can be done to improve our understanding of climate science, and reduce negative climate change. In 2022, Clare hosted the podcast Vertical Farming, ESG & Leadership, where she talked to James Lloyd Jones, the CEO of The Jones Food Company, about alternative ways to produce food through vertical farming, as well as the Managing Director of Discern Sustainability Limited Niall O’Shea, and Sybille Schiffmann, the Managing Director of Deostara Leadership Consultancy; together, they looked into ways to help limit the impact farming is having on the environment, and the importance of making changes at the very top with senior executives, boards and senior leadership teams. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book meteorologist, presenter and environmentalist Clare Nasir for your corporate event. Contact us .

A star of stage and screen, Dame Arlene Phillips has had a wonderous career spanning over 45 years as a choreographer, director, presenter and TV judge. Following a highly successful professional dancing career that saw her feature in some of the biggest West End and Broadway musicals of all time, she moved to full-time choreographing and dancing. She first made a name for herself in the 1970s as the director of the dance group Hot Gossip, before working on theatre shows all over the world. Arlene Phillips on Television From judge to TV guest, to presenter, Arlene has made multiple television appearances including Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996-), The Wright Stuff (2000-2018), Loose Women (1999-), The One Show (2006-), Great British Bake Off (2010-) and The Paul O’Grady Show (2004-2015), amongst many others. Arlene Phillips After Dinner Speaker Fundraiser Host She is a popular choice for after-dinner speeches, event hosting and charity fundraiser presenting. When booked for these events, her high-profile, warm personality and informative stories really resonate with audiences of any size. Over her long career, she has perfected an impressive set of skills that she can now bring to events. As an after-dinner speaker, her life story captivates audiences as she takes them through the positives and negatives of performing and life in the public eye. Contact Great British Speakers today to book choreographer, director and TV judge Dame Arlene Phillips for your next event. Arlene Phillips as a judge Dame Arlene Phillips was one of the original four judges on the popular BBC show Strictly Come Dancing (2004-) where she stayed for four series. Over a variety of dance styles – including Waltz, Foxtrot and Samba – she used her immense knowledge and experience to critique celebrity contestants and educate and entertain audiences. At the same time, she also became a judge for the spin-off series Strictly Dance Fever (2005-2006). Riding high off her popularity, she then co-created and starred as a judge – alongside fellow Strictly alumni Bruno Tonioli – on the BBC show DanceX (2007). She has also been seen judging So You Think You Can Dance (2005-), Over the Rainbow (2010), Let’s Dance for Comic Relief (2009-2017) and as a guest judge on Dancing on Ice (2006-). Arlene Phillips as a choreographer With a particular passion for American Modern Jazz, Arlene developed her own style of dance inspired by the genre and travelled the world, teaching it to students as far and wide as the UK, USA and Italy. Throughout her extensive career, she has choreographed for shows, films, advertisements and music videos including Duran Duran’s video for The Wild Boys, which won a Brit Award in 1985. She has choreographed for the likes of: Theatre: Grease, We Will Rock You, The Sound of Music, Wizard of Oz, Flashdance, Jackie the Musical, Jesus Christ Superstar and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat  Films: Annie (1982), Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life (1983), Wind in the Willows (1996) and White Hunter Black Heart 1990) TV: The Kenny Everett Video Show (1978-1981), A Midsummer’s Night Dream (2016), The Royal Variety Show (1960-) and Children in Need (1980-) Adverts: 7-Up, American Express, Burger King, Dr Pepper, Levi Jeans and Yellow Pages Music Videos: AC/DC, The Bee Gees, Culture Club, Erasure, Aretha Franklin, Boy George, Whitney Houston, Moody Blues, Elton John, Kiss, Freddie Mercury, George Michael, Olivia Newton John, Queen, Cliff Richard, Diana Ross, Tina Turner and Robbie Williams. Arlene Phillips as a director As well as choreographing some of the biggest stage shows in the world, Arlene has also taken up directing them. She has directed Andrew Lloyd Webber’s popular show Starlight Express and the 2022-2023 tour of The Cher Show. She has also been the director for productions including Saturday Night Fever, The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and EFX starring David Cassidy. She also directed Michael Flatley’s acclaimed production Lord of the Dance , the James Bond Gala for the Red Cross, Donna Summer in concert at the Universal Amphitheatre and Midsummer Classics at The Royal Albert Hall. She was also asked in 2002 to be the Director of Choreography for the Manchester XVII Commonwealth Games ceremonies. In 2009, she helped choreograph some of the performances at the Eurovision Song Contest. Arlene Phillips accolades Arlene was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the Queen’s 2021 Birthday Honours for services to dance and charity. She has been nominated multiple times for Tony Awards, Olivier Awards, a National Broadway Award and a FaNY. She has been awarded an MTV award, Drama Desk award, a BAFTA and an Emmy for her choreography. In the run up to the 2012 London Olympic Games, she was appointed as the Government’s Dance Tsar to help improve the UK’s health and fitness. Arlene Phillips as a speaker and host Arlene is a popular choice for hosting award ceremonies and charity events; she has hosted the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, National Dance Awards, ENB Emerging Dancer Awards, International Women’s Day, Pride of Scotland, Animal Hero Awards, RNIB, Save the Children and Alzheimer’s Society. In 2017, following the Grenfell Tower fire, Arlene organised and hosted a dance gala to raise money for the Kensington & Chelsea Foundation. Arlene Phillips as a writer Given Arlene’s depth of dance knowledge and passion for reading to her children, it was only natural for her to write a series of children’s dance adventure books, Alana Dancing Star (2010). The stories follow dance-mad Alana as she battles the hardship of being poor whilst still trying to follow her dreams. As she struggles to learn different genres of dance, she finds herself transported to mysterious lands around the world. She also produced a tie-in book Dance to the Musicals (2011) to her DVD, providing tips and easy-to-follow step-by-step moves for dance routings from popular shows such as Mamma Mia and Fame. In addition to writing her books, Arlene’s fun and friendly tone has seen her write regular columns for The Sun, Woman’s Own and Yours Magazine, as well as guest blogs for Good Housekeeping, NetMums and The Huffington Post. When booked as an event host or after-dinner speaker, audiences are enamoured by this instantly recognisable celebrity who can command the attention of a room with her fascinating stories. As a charity fundraiser host, Arlene is ideal. Her charm, wit and dedication to encouraging donations can turn any event into a roaring success for a good cause. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book choreographer and TV judge Dame Arlene Phillips for your corporate event. Contact us . Arlene Phillips is just one of our popular entertainment artists at Great British Speakers

Daniel Raven Ellison is the founder and Chief Exploration Officer of the new National Park City Foundation , a game-changing move to make London the world's first National Park City. With the aim of making the capital radically greener, healthier, wilder and more prosperous, Daniel Raven Ellison has inspired thousands of people. As well as giving hundreds of talks, Daniel Raven Ellison has appeared on BBC Countryfile ,  NatGeo.com , the  Financial Times, Evening Standard  and  Time Out  to name a few. Supported by the Mayor of London, plans are now being made for London to be declared a National Park City. Contact – Email   Great British Speakers today to book sustainability & nature speaker Daniel Raven Ellison for your next corporate event or call +44 1753 439289. In 2017 Daniel Raven Ellison completed an expedition with National Geographic Partners and Cisco to walk 1,686km across all of the UK's national parks and cities  while wearing a headset that mapped his emotions. Demonstrating how people, things, technology and nature can be better connected to improve life in cities, the project created an estimated 50,000,000 PR impressions around the world and won the 2017 Festival of Media award for Best Use of Geo-location. Daniel has walked across some of the world's largest cities including Mexico City, Mumbai and London. He's also been on urban polar explorations that go from the most to least violent parts of a city and walked the height of Mount Everest by only using steps in London's buildings. Most recently  he walked a 563km spiral from the far north of the capital to the city's centre  to help catalyse the London National Park City campaign. On this walk he was joined by mayors, celebrities, community activists, business leaders and local residents. In 2014 Daniel completed 125 micro-adventures across all of the UK's regions with his son. As part of a partnership between National Geographic and Toyota to promote the new RAV4, the project included climbing, kayaking, canyoning, wild swimming, hill rolling and one hundred and twenty other challenges between Cornwall and the Shetlands. For each adventure Daniel wrote adventure reports which included inspiring photography and dozens of self-shot videos. Daniel Raven Ellison - Urban Explorer As an urban explorer and geographer Daniel is fascinated by the things that shape places and how we can make them better. That's why InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in partnership with TED asked Daniel to facilitate an international conversation on the  Future of Local . The purpose of the project was to find out how the benefits of globalisation can best be balanced with the needs of local places. Daniel presented an award winning film and led conversations at TED Active in Palm Springs. Daniel was a geography teacher for nearly 7 years. During this time he was always exploring new ways to bring the outside world into the classroom and take young people out into the outside world. One of his projects involved travelling to Sao Tome and Principe, a small island state in the Gulf of Guinea, to film a virtual field trip so that his students could explore the island's communities, habitats and volcanoes. Shortly after arriving back in the UK the footage was used by The Workshop to create a cutting-edge virtual learning game for BBC Learning. An active geography campaigner, Daniel was picked to be a guest editor of BBC Radio 4's Today Programme. Daniel Raven Ellison - Public Speaker Daniel is a disruptive and highly-thought provoking speaker who uses the power of exploration to challenge people's ideas. He has given talks on every major continent bar Antarctica. See Dan's Tedx Lausanne talk on the importance of exploring Clients include  TEDx , HICAP (Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific), WorldHotels in Monaco,  software giants ESRI , infrastructure designers AECOM and presented on the prestigious main stage at the National Geographic Society in Washington DC on many occasions. In his thought-provoking and inspiring talks, Daniel explains how he uses adventure to shape new ideas, challenge the status-quo and provoke positive change. His stories include walking 1,686km across all the UK's national parks and cities as a mind-reading cyborg, hiking the Height of Mount Everest without leaving London, how he's proved that New Zealand almost certainly does not exist and why he plans for his next major expedition to be just 100 metres long. Daniel Raven Ellison Speaking Topics Adventure, Change, Innovation, Sustainability & Environment Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Daniel Raven Ellison to host your next live event.   Contact us .

Since quitting a job as a really bad graphic designer in 2005, Dave Cornthwaite has developed a successful career based on his passions. He's an expert in adventure, non-motorised travel, audacity and creating work that you love. At the core, he is a record-breaking adventurer who has traveled over 20,000 miles in eleven journeys as part of his groundbreaking Expedition1000 project: 25 journeys of 1000 miles or more, each using a different form of non-motorised transport. Contact Great British Speakers today to book adventurer and motivational speaker Dave Cornthwaite for your next event. Dave has written three books: the bestselling Life in the Slow Lane, a hapless search for love in Date, and BoardFree, the story of how he left his job to skateboard further than anyone ever had. His uniquely entertaining and motivational keynote presentations have been enjoyed on six continents and his passionate advocacy of the word YES has contributed to the sprouting of countless adventures worldwide, big and small. In between adventures, Dave is committed to enabling others to reach their own potential through social journeys, workshops, group expeditions and mindset-shaping projects. He founded a social enterprise called SayYesMore and a community of doers called The YesTribe, which offers a gentle solution to the mental health pressures of today's society, as well as annual mindset-exploring adventures in Iceland and paddling down the Mississippi. If his enthusiasm for simple living, the power of adventure for good and the glorious pursuit of enjoying Mondays isn't enough to get you ready for a new challenge, nothing will. DAVE CORNTHWAITE SPEAKING: With over 500 presentations to his name, Dave's contagious keynotes pose challenges and solutions, whether motivating businesses, entertaining festival crowds or inspiring students and teachers. With a story and lessons adaptable to every audience and an unequalled power to combine humour with meaning, if you're looking for a down to earth, brutally honest, funny and memorable speaker, Dave's your man. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book motivational speaker Dave Cornthwaite for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Diane Youdale first reached National and International profile in the 90’s as her role as ‘Jet’ on the original ITV hit show Gladiators, with up to 11 Million viewers every Saturday evening. Originally her pedigree came from her time as a Junior Gymnastic Champion and a member of the GB Squad. Then studying at London Contemporary Dance School and the London Studio Centre. During this time, she was a member of the National Youth Theatre & The National Youth Dance Company, all of which, stood her out for a long and then varied career which went on to include working with some of the biggest names on the small and big screen. Contact Great British Speakers today to book health & wellness celebrity Gladiators 'Jet' Diane Youdale for your next event. Diane Youdale is also Radio Desk and Video Journalist trained (BBC) as well as practising as a Psychotherapist for over 20 years and as a Master Practitioner and NLP Trainer. Diane Youdale Health & Wellness Ambassador More recently, Diane has also complemented her resume by studying with the world renowned CHEK Institute, successfully completing the Holistic Lifestyle Coach certification and CHEK Exercise coach, with a particular focus in the precise field of postural analysis, corrective exercise and lower back health as well as metabolic typing, nutritional deficiencies and advanced dietary requirements. With this extremely broad set of skills, studies and accomplishments Diane is one of the most diverse, flexible and experienced performers of her generation. Diane Youdale on Gladiators Through her alter-ego Jet, Diane is held as a role model to women of all ages, and by working with a small, exclusive client base of individuals across the UK, Diane continues to hone and fine tune her insights and experience. An example of her flexibility was also exemplified during her role as resident Life Coach and resident weekly Psyche Analyst for Channel 5’s Big Brothers ‘Bit on the Side’, while concurrently choreographing the European tour of Tina Turner – ‘Break Every Rule’, the Musical. Diane Youdale TV & Media Work Diane has over 20 years’ experience in the Media and Television Industry with production, both pre-recorded and live output for BBC, ITV, SKY, Channel 4 & Channel 5. As an Actor in the ‘She Wolf’ (Universal Pictures) in 1990, to presenting ITV’s You Bet, Games Master and Finders Keepers, Children in Need, Out and About, Inside Out to name a few and Anchor in Broadcast for BBC Radio following her role of Jet. From 2011 onwards Diane has consistently been invited on to shows such as Celebrity Juice, Celebrity Pointless, Big Fat Quiz of the 90’s, Paul O’Grady Show, The Saturday Night Story, Mel & Sue Show, Inside Out, When Gameshows go Horribly Wrong, and many more. Diane Youdale Corproate & PA Appearances Diane also regularly takes part in corporate PA’s including Comic Con, National Gym operators, NHS, RAF, Halliwells Solicitors, the Welsh Assembly, and many blue-chip companies with her Core Philosophy Complete Health Programme. Diane Youdale Therapist Traning & Coaching A Therapist, Teacher, Trainer and Coach Diane has gathered a unique formula for her work with groups and individuals in health and well-being.  As a MBACP Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, she works both traditionally and with her own unique blend of modalities including Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). She provides integrated, fun and easy to understand perspectives on health, fitness and well-being with her exclusive client base.  As an experienced presenter her delivery is accessible and grounded while remaining informative with her Core Philosophy three-dimensional Wellness in the Workplace programmes. Diane’s experience, variety of skills and triple-threat status is matched by her warm, easy-going and engaging nature.  She’s extremely professional and very easy to work with both in front and behind the camera.  When not working her likes are Evolution, Pre & Ancient History, Walking and being in the Sea! Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Gladiator JET, Diane Youdale for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Dominic McGregor is a successful entrepreneur and advocate with a strong background in business, mental health, and sobriety. Dominic McGregor co-founded Social Chain, a global marketing agency that achieved significant growth and success. After leaving Social Chain, Dominic co-founded Fearless Adventures, an investment fund focused on supporting and scaling new businesses. Dominic McGregor is also involved in the Fearless Academy, which aims to provide education and skill development in the digital space. To hire Business Speaker and Social Chain Entrepreneur Dominic McGregor, contact us at Great British Speakers Dominic McGregor | Fearless Adventures - Business Enterprise. After leaving his previous venture, Dominic co-founded Fearless Adventures, a company focused on investing in aspiring founders aiming to rapidly scale their businesses. Drawing from his extensive experience in building and scaling successful enterprises, Dominic passionately mentors and supports these entrepreneurs both financially and emotionally. The Fearless Academy's co-founders firmly believe in the significance of cultural and professional diversity in achieving business success. They are committed to providing life-changing opportunities and enabling the business community to build teams with diverse perspectives. In early 2021, Dominic took on the role of government policy advisor at the Cabinet Office, with a focus on building digital communications. Dominic McGregor | Sobriety  In 2023, Dominic was featured in the BAFTA-nominated and award-winning documentary series "Hollyoaks In Real Life." His episode titled "Alcohol-Free At 23" showcased an open conversation with Hollyoaks veteran cast member James Sutton about his journey with alcohol addiction. He candidly shared his experiences of the pressures of running a global corporation and the expectations akin to the "Wolf of Wall Street" environment, along with his journey to sobriety and the transformations he has witnessed since then. Dominic's debut book, focusing on topics surrounding Sobriety and Business, is set to release in 2024. Dominic McGregor | Speaker - Business and Mental Health In addition to his numerous accomplishments in business, Dominic has emerged as a sought-after public speaker at various events, including renowned organisations like Capital One, Microsoft, and other globally recognised news publications. His talks encompass essential themes like mental well-being, technology, digital skills, business strategies, and achieving success. Through a range of bespoke keynotes, opinion pieces, feature interviews, commentaries, and panel discussions, he inspires and educates audiences of all sizes. Dominic McGregor Speaking Topics Advertising: Insights into the world of marketing and advertising, drawing from his success in building Social Chain and working with global clients. Culture: The significance of building a positive and inclusive culture in organizations and businesses for long-term success. Entrepreneurship: Inspirational stories and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start and scale their ventures. HR (Human Resources): Strategies for creating effective and motivated teams, emphasizing the importance of talent acquisition and retention. Innovation: Encouraging creative thinking and fostering a culture of innovation within companies to stay ahead in the market. Inspirational: Sharing his personal journey and experiences to inspire others to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams. Leadership: Insights into effective leadership practices, drawing from his role as a co-founder and leader of successful ventures. Management: Best practices in managing teams and resources to achieve business goals efficiently. Marketing: Expertise in marketing and branding, with a focus on leveraging digital platforms and social media for business growth. Mental Health: Advocacy for mental health awareness and strategies for maintaining well-being, particularly in high-pressure environments. Millennial: Understanding the millennial perspective and how to harness their potential in the workplace. Mindfulness: Emphasizing the importance of mindfulness in personal and professional life for improved focus and well-being. Mindset: Shifting perspectives to cultivate a positive and growth-oriented mindset. Personal Development: Strategies for continuous learning and self-improvement to achieve personal and professional goals. Politics: Insight into the world of politics and policy, based on his experience as a government policy advisor. Psychology: Exploring psychological principles and how they influence behavior and decision-making in business and life. Self-Belief: Encouraging individuals to believe in their abilities and potential to achieve greatness. Social Media: Understanding the impact and effective use of social media in business and communication. Dominic's diverse speaking topics cater to a wide range of audiences, and his engaging storytelling and practical insights make his presentations highly valuable and memorable for attendees. As an advertising guru, Dominic is adept at taking briefs and creating the optimism content and messaging for a clients audience. Pre-briefing calls are a massive part of that process and Dom is keen to interact with organisers at an early stage. Dominic is an approved candidate for the Conservative Party and aspires to run for an MP seat in future elections. Hire entrepreneur, mental health advocate, motivational speaker & Social Chain founder Dominic McGregor for your next corporate talk or event by contacting us at bookings@greatbritishtalent.com  or call  +44 1753 439 289 to speak to a member of the Great British Talent team. Contact Us

Dr Alex George is a Welsh doctor and mental health advocate who has made significant contributions to public health and well-being in the United Kingdom. In 2021,  Alex was appointed as the UK Youth Mental Health Ambassador by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. In this role, he works to improve support for young people's mental health and influences policy to enhance mental health services within the education system. Alex is a resident presenter on ITV's "Lorraine," providing insights on medical and mental health issues. He also hosts "The Waiting Room with Dr Alex" podcast, where he interviews healthcare professionals on health and well-being topics. In addition to his media appearances, Dr Alex George is now also an established keynote speaker or guest on a panel or fireside chat. Past clients include Deloitte , British Medical Journal , Investors in People and Nottingham Trent University . Contact Great British Speakers today to book TV Doctor and Mental Health Advocate Dr Alex George for your next event. Born in 1991 in Carmarthen, Wales, Alex George pursued his passion for medicine by studying at the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry, graduating in 2015. He began his medical career working in Emergency Medicine at University Hospital Lewisham in London, where he gained extensive experience treating a wide range of acute medical conditions. Dr Alex George | Covid and Mental Health During the Covid-19 pandemic, he documented his frontline duties in his local hospital, taking to social media to highlight the negative effects of lockdown on young people struggling with their mental health. One of Alex’s biggest goals is to change the perception around mental health, comparing it to physical health. He believes that, just as physical health is taken seriously and steps are made to improve it, mental health is often thought about in a negative manner. Dr Alex George | TV Work Alex George’s widespread popularity has led to numerous appearances on high-profile television programmes, including Lorraine (2018–2021), Celebrity MasterChef , This Morning , Loose Women , The One Show  and Sky News .  He also served as the Health Editor for Good Morning Britain from 2018 to 2020, using his platform to raise awareness of key health issues. In 2021, Alex took on a new challenge as a documentary producer for BBC One and Children in Need. His documentary, Dr Alex: Our Young Mental Health Crisis , shone a light on the struggles faced by young people across the UK dealing with mental health challenges. Through personal stories and real-life experiences, he explored the obstacles they encounter and highlighted the impact of community projects - some funded by Children in Need - that are working to improve young people’s wellbeing. Dr Alex George | Health Ambassador As well as his work for the UK government, Alex has worked alongside a number of charities such as Mind , YoungMinds and the Anna Freud Centre to ensure mental health is included in the national curriculum alongside Maths, English and Science. His dedication to mental health advocacy was further recognised when he was awarded an honorary degree by the University of Exeter in July 2024 for his campaigns promoting psychological support for young people. Dr Alex George | Bestselling Book In 2021, he released his first book Live Well Every Day . It became the Sunday Times number 1 bestseller and is full of advice to keep your body and your mind healthy. The book covers the very modern health challenges of today's world - anxiety; social pressure and mental health; immune system health; how to be fit, flexible and eat well in a sedentary world; sexual health; gut health and other issues that present challenges to staying both physically and mentally healthy. Dr Alex George | Podcast Alex launched a podcast, The Waiting Room , in which he celebrated heroes in healthcare by telling their personal stories. Topics touched upon have included the impact lockdown had on pollution levels, pregnancy and childbirth, intensive care, emergency medicine, knife crime, war trauma, cosmetic dentistry and fitness, amongst many others. More recently he has launched and hosts the Stompcast podcast - a call to step outside, move your body, and nurture your mind. Each week, Dr Alex George takes a walk with a special guest, delving into insightful and inspiring conversations about mental and physical wellbeing . As they wander through nature, you’ll hear the soothing sounds of birdsong, crunching leaves, and the rhythmic pace of their steps - reminding us all of the simple power of getting outdoors. From industry experts to everyday voices with extraordinary stories, Stompcast explores what keeps people happy, balanced, and thriving . Dr Alex George | Social Media He has a rapidly growing social media presence, with over 1 million followers on TikTok, 123,000 on YouTube and a whopping 2.2 million on Instagram, in which he shares easy-to-digest information on physical and mental wellbeing, with the aim of reaching millennials and those uncomfortable with asking for help. Dr Alex George | Speaking Topics Alex has established himself as a keynote speaker, as well as taking part in fireside chats and Q&A sessions. His keynote topics include: Mental Fitness For All Do you feel that school gave you the tools to look after your mental and physical health? Neither do I. The truth is, most of us are missing out on our true potential in life, simply because we were never given the knowledge we so desperately deserve. Using my expertise in mental fitness and health, I will provide a framework that will change your life for the better. Think of the brain as your hardware and your mental health as the software. This talk  by Dr Alex George gives you the tools to upgrade both, using science backed methods and habits that will ultimately change your life. Make today day one. Men's Mental Health - Everybody's Business Men account for 75% of all suicides in the UK, yet outdated ideas - like being told to “man up,” “real men don’t talk about their feelings,” or that “stress is just part of success” - still prevent many from seeking help. We all have a son, brother, dad, or uncle - and too often, we assume it won’t affect us, until it does. This silence comes at a cost, impacting not just individuals but families, workplaces, and communities This talk challenges harmful stereotypes and offers practical, science-backed strategies to boost well-being and manage stress. Dr Alex George share simple tools, my own journey, and the lessons that led me to co-found Mettle - because when we prioritise mental fitness, everyone benefits. The Productivity Paradox - Science has the Answer Poor productivity costs the UK £140 billion per year - but the solution isn’t simply working harder. True productivity is about feeling fulfilled, working with purpose and doing what matters, For businesses, investing in employee well-being isn’t just the right thing to do - it drives profit, reduces turnover, and strengthens growth. Drawing on his books, Dr Alex George share the five key pillars to sustainable productivity, blending science with practical strategies. This talk will transform how you and your team work - boosting both performance and well-being. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Government Mental Health Ambassador Dr Alex George for your corporate event. Contact us .

Dr Amit Patel is an author, disability rights campaigner, motivational speaker, and independent accessibility consultant. He is registered severely sight impaired (blind) having lost his sight to keratoconus in 2013. Amit has appeared in various online and print media in the UK and around the world, as well as featuring on BBC London News, ITV London News, Channel 4 News, Channel 5 News, and Sky Sunrise. He is a regular contributor to the BBC Asian Network, BBC Radio 4, BBC 5 Live, and BBC London Radio. Contact – Great British Speakers today to book Dr Amit Patel for your next corporate event or call +44 1753 439289. Amit Patel studied medicine at Cambridge and qualified as a doctor, specialising in emergency medicine and major incidents. During medical school, Amit was diagnosed with keratoconus, a condition that changes the shape of your corneas, which is usually easily treated with a corneal transplant. However, Amit was one of the rare individuals for whom the transplants were rejected and despite traveling to the US for ground-breaking surgery, Amit lost his sight completely just one year after getting married. Since then, Amit Patel has been on a journey to learn to live with his sight loss, from learning how to make a cup of tea again to walking using a white cane. Once getting to grips with the basics himself, Amit set out to help others who were new to sight loss, through volunteering with the Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB) and Guide Dogs for the Blind. Amit is now an active campaigner for accessibility, diversity and inclusion, speaking out against the issues that disabled people face daily. Dr Amit Patel and Kikia the guide dog In September 2014, and after only 6 weeks on the waiting list, Amit was matched to his first Guide Dog, Kika, a white Labrador. Together, Amit and Kika travel through London and its surrounds on a daily basis, charting their journeys, challenges and the people they meet on their travels via their Twitter accounts (@Kika_GuideDog and @BlindDad_UK) and Instagram (@Kika_GuideDog). Amit is a total thrill seeker with an incredibly infectious and up-beat personality. He has worked with some amazing brand campaigns. Amit reached out to Toyota in 2018 requesting them to “Help me drive again”. He took on the Star In A Reasonably Priced Car challenge - Where he drove the 5th ever fastest time around the track! And he’s always looking for his next impressive and exciting project to challenge him (and Kika!). Below: Amit Patel becomes the 6th fastest driver ever round the Top Gear Dunsfold test track Amit’s first book, ‘Kika & Me’ is published by Pan Macmillan. Amit is married to Seema and they have 2 children alongside his Guide Dog Kika, who is 6 years old. Dr Amit Patel | Public Speaking Amit has also proved to be an inspirational public speaker, addressing staff and business conferences for a large number of leading blue chip businesses. Such as American Express, Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM), The Eden Project, AXA, BCLP Law Firm, MUFG, NHS, The Small Awards, Smart Energy GB and Purple Beach. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book blind entrepreneur Dr Amit Patel to speak at your next live or virtual event.   Contact us .

Dr Brooke Vandermolen – or “The OBGYN Mum” as she’s known online – is an Obstetrics and Gynaecological doctor, as well as a mother to two children. After a difficult experience finding accurate, evidence-based information to guide her through her own pregnancies and parenthood, she began sharing her own insights and tips around pregnancy, birth, fertility and menopause through social media and blog posts. Her evidence-based information has taken the internet by storm, smashing down taboos of previously reserved areas of medicine, such as women’s health. She is a brilliant contributor, public speaker, host, brand consultant and social influencer, and is on a mission to talk openly about women’s health and parenthood. Contact Great British Speakers today to book women's health specialist and OBGYN Mum Brooke Vandermolen for your next event. An expert in her field, Dr Brooke Vandermolen has created online digital content for the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists and the wider NHS, as well as working with and speaking for the Department of Health. She reviews patients with a range of gynaecological concerns as well as performing and assisting in laparoscopic and open surgery. Besides being popular online, Brooke’s research into maternal medicine and high-risk pregnancies has been presented at major international conferences and published in prominent medical journals. As an experienced medical writer and online personality, Brooke has been featured in a range of UK media outlets including in The Telegraph, Vogue, The Daily Mail, Women’s Health, The Sun, The Daily Express and on The Huffington Post and Net Doctor. She has also contributed blogs to the ‘Charlotte Stirling-Reid – Baby and Child Nutritionist website, as well as the ‘Boots Presents’ Taboo Talk podcast where she discussed periods and hormones. She has worked alongside a number of companies such as Holland & Barratt, Elvie, Boots, Babybjorn, Mooncup, the NHS and Tena to ensure their pregnancy-related information is factually correct and evidence-based. She is a popular face at medical events such as The European Health-Tech Innovation Week and the Giant Health London Event. These types of events are held with the aim of improving the health and wellbeing of people around the world, successfully driving improved healthcare outcomes and business collaborations and supporting health-tech entrepreneurs and investors. She has experience at speaking in front of many different corporations including Tesco, Santander, Ernst &Young and many more. . Dr Brooke Vandermolen speaking topics Typical speaking topics include matters around and including: Fertility, Pregnancy, Childbirth, Positive Birthing Experiences,  Childbirth During a Pandemic, Ante/Post Natal, Hypnobirthing, Menopause. Dr Brooke Vandermolen keynote talks in detail:   Dr Brooke Vandermolen | Women's Health | Let’s talk  Women’s health issues have been brushed under the carpet, or discussed in hushed voices for far too long. If we understand our bodies we can ensure we are empowered to identify any issues earlier and seek the help that we need.  In this talk we will cover common questions about periods, pregnancy loss and what check-ups you should have to make sure you stay healthy. We will also discuss how you can help support your colleagues and friends who may be going through health issues or surgery relating to gynaecological problems. There will be the opportunity to ask questions to an expert in the field,  so bring any burning concerns or ready to ask something you have just always wondered! Dr Brooke Vandermolen | Women's Health | A conversation about Menopause Half the population go through the menopause, but yet many of us have no idea what to expect, or how to support friends and colleagues who may be suffering. This session aims to break down taboos and preconceptions of this important time in women lives, showing that there IS life after the menopause.  We will cover how it can impact you, both at home and in the workplace, and also give you some practical tips for managing the most troublesome symptoms. We will discuss how you support friends, colleagues and employees through this time and there will be time to answer questions and share your stories.  Dr Brooke Vandermolen |  Women's Health | A conversation about Fertility Many of us take for granted that falling pregnant will be straightforward. In fact infertility is far more common than many of us realise, with friends and colleagues often suffering in silence behind closed doors.  In this session we will discuss what infertility is and what can be done to improve a couple's chances of conception. We will cover what actually happens if you need IVF and what different options are available for single parents and couples in same-sex relationships.  We will also share helpful ideas if you are supporting friends and colleagues, including what you can say to be helpful, and also phrases that you should definitely avoid saying! Above all, this workshop is a safe space to share experiences and discuss a topic that is often difficult to navigate alone. Dr Brooke Vandermolen |  Pregnancy loss matters: Learn what can cause miscarriage and pregnancy loss and what can be expected from the recovery process. In order to support grieving parents best, you can learn about their employment rights after miscarriage and what steps can be taken to support their return to work. This can positively benefit employee retention rate and productivity, as well as enhancing their experience and comfort in the workplace.  Dr Brooke Vandermolen |  Women's Health | A conversation about Pregnancy: Pregnancy is a pivotal moment in the lives of women and birthing people. It is accompanied by so many physical changes as well as having effects on emotional wellbeing and a shift in priorities at home which can affect the work-life balance. This session covers what challenges pregnant people may encounter in each trimester. In the first trimester we will discuss the risk of miscarriage and how to support someone who may go through this. We will discuss the physical changes expected in the second trimester and also some of the workplace adjustments that should be considered. Finally we will discuss the third trimester of pregnancy and the effect this has on the body and what you can do to help support her. Dr Brooke Vandermolen - Chair, moderator facilitator Brooke is confident at chairing events, hosting webinars and workshops, sitting in on Q&A sessions, and chairing focus groups and charity events. Her education, career and personal life gives her a wide range of experience to educate and delight an audience of any size. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book female health, gynaecological doctor, Pregnancy, Fertility, Birth, Ovarian Cancer & Menopause speaker Dr Brooke Vandermolen for your next event. Contact us .

Dr Kate Allatt (D Litt) astonishingly recovered from most people’s worst nightmare, like waking up in the middle of an operation unable to move, after a faulty anaesthetic.  To think, feel, see and hear, and yet be unable to move anything below her eyelids.  Kate was suffering from Locked-In Syndrome.  Three months after leaving the hospital she founded Fighting Strokes her registered charity and astonishingly ran again on her first stroke anniversary. To hire motivational speaker Dr Kate Allatt contact Great British Speakers at bookings@greatbritishtalent.com or call +44 1753 439 289 Dr Kate Allatt (D Litt) is a proven mind-blowing inspirational and motivational speaker/trainer. Dr Allatt blew doctors' minds by fully recovering after they wanted to turn off her life support machine. Kate suddenly suffered a condition where she could think, feel, see and hear normally yet move absolutely nothing for months. Think of it like being ‘buried alive’ and you’ll get the idea. Dr Kate Allatt Influencer But Kate’s personal recovery was nothing compared to the impact she has gone on to make over the last 13 years from her internationally published book, to founding her own global registered charity – just three months after leaving – to being invited by the Deputy PM to the Olympic Opening Ceremony, to pioneering research, to meeting The Queen, talking on Cunard and all over the world, to delivering a TEDx, to being an Ambassador for tech companies, her consultancy and to developing her unique training courses that don’t just ‘talk her talk’ but ‘walk her talk'.  Kate does exactly what she says on the tin! She is driven by her passion to continue making a huge, positive difference in the world! Today, Dr Kate Allatt works extensively to coach the NHS leadership and The Big Four, teaching about the value of compassion, resiliency, growth mindset and how to achieve more with less. Dr Kate Allatt - Speaking Topics Her wow keynotes, talks, after dinner and face-to-face and online training courses include: ‘Trust me, you CAN learn resiliency superpowers!’ (For leaders) ‘Calm your anxiety & get a grip’ (For employers and employers) ‘Let’s talk about sexuality with stroke survivors’ (For Health professionals) ‘Learn to love change and adversity!’ (For leaders) ‘It’s a growth mindset thing!’ (For everyone) ‘Don’t just box tick, people of disability add real value at work’ (For HR professionals) Other themes include: Adversity, Change Management, Resiliency, Anxiety, Diversity Inclusion, Communication, Mental Health, Healthcare Sexuality Conversations, Growth Mindset Dr Kate Allatt in the Media As seen on; BBC Breakfast, BBC Jeremy Vine, BBC Victoria Derbyshire TV, BBC Today, BBC Newsnight, BBC 5 Live, BBC Radio Sheffield, The One Show, This Morning, Good Morning Britain, BBC Breakfast, RTL Germany, ABC Australia, America, South America, South Africa, The Times, The Times on Sunday, The Indian Times, Readers Digest, Woman & Home, Woman, The Good Housekeeping Guide, BBC World Service, Sky News, GLOBO TV, The Telegraph, The Daily Mail, etc... Dr Kate Allatt's internationally published book: Running Free: Breaking out of Locked-In Syndrome was published in 2011. In Dr Kate Allatt's Own Words "In early February, I was invited on BBC radio to talk about my daring charity climb up the Western Breach of Kilimanjaro, for my fortieth birthday, in June 2010. I was a super fit, fell runner, digital marketer, married, and devoted mother of three young children – Woody 5, Harvey 8 India 10 – but our lives were to change forever. Just four days after that bubbly radio interview, I suddenly suffered a catastrophic brain stem stroke. Kilimanjaro never happened.  I emerged from my medically induced coma and was considered vegetative. However, I could actually think, feel, see and hear normally but was just unable to move a single muscle. I felt ‘buried alive’, ‘trapped inside my body' as I suffered the terrifying condition known as Locked-In Syndrome, at the age of 39.  However, a chance telephone call from the same radio producer was to transform my shattered life, and thus give it meaning and purpose.  More importantly, I was able to help transform the shattered lives of equally written-off, forgotten, people, affected by Locked In Syndrome, globally, The results are nothing short of astonishing. I’ve learnt how important it is for people to be given a good quality of life back in the community.  It’s simply not good enough to pat ourselves on the back for skillfully saving the lives of people who would have simply died a few years ago.  We must consider how we can help make these survivors be the best they can be in our communities afterwards.  Presently, most long-term Locked In Syndrome survivors merely just  ‘exist’ pitifully in our nursing homes. I’ve also learnt there are ‘no promises, just possibilities’  and  HOPE ". My Life Without Limits.  Dr Kate Allatt Keynote Talk. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book motivational speaker Dr Kate Allat for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Dr Nighat Arif is a family NHS and Private GP, specialising in women’s health and family planning. Basked in Buckinghamshire, she is able to consult fluently with patients in Urdu and Punjabi which brings a great deal of trust from her community. She is also a medical educator, providing training to local trainee GPs as well as at National conferences. She works as an outreach clinician, meeting with doctors, nurses and community teams to discuss the unmet health needs for Pakistani communities who are less likely to engage with health professionals. She is also a freelance doctor providing tips on healthcare for TV programmes such as This Morning (2020-) and BBC Breakfast (2020-), where she has discussed the likes of organ donation, vaccinations and weight-loss jabs. Having worked in the healthcare industry for over ten years, Nighat is now a popular professional speaker, with particular focus on different cultures and promoting diversity and inclusion in medicine. Contact Great British Speakers today to book GP Dr Nighat Arif for your next event. Dr Nighat Arif - Medicine & The Media Dr Nighat Arif’s medical history includes working as the lead clinician for residents at the Fremantle Dementia Residential home where she cared for over 60 patients with acute medical problems, as well as for Oxford Mental Health NHS Trust in adult and elderly psychiatry. She was nominated for the Bevan Prize for Health and Wellbeing for her exceptional commitment to advancing wellbeing in her community. Her expertise is highly sought after and she contributes regular medical blogs to the DOCTORnow website which allows patients to refer to them for advice on common conditions. She has also had several medical papers published, as well as articles for magazines including British Vogue, Good Housekeeping, Medicine, OK, Red, Stylist and Women’s Health. Dr Nighat Arif Menopause Specialist She has a particular interest in women’s health and the menopause. She made a guest appearances on BBC Breakfast for a campaign called ‘Wake Up To The Menopause’. She is passionate about making menopause less of a taboo subject for all, but particularly for women for whom English is not their first language. She is a confident voice on the radio and has appeared on a range of radio channels including BBC Three Counties, Times Radio, Talk Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Asian Network and BBC Berkshire. She has also appeared as an esteemed guest on a number of podcasts including Surgical Spirit, Diane Danzebrink, Sikh Forgiveness where she has discussed depression, anxiety, the menopause and other medical issues, HerSpirit alongside Louise Minchin, the ‘HuffPost’ podcast, the Alternative Health podcast where she discussed difficulties faced by women in healthcare, gender inequality and how stress can affect the compassionate capabilities of overworked medical staff, and Dr Louise Newson’s menopausedoctor podcast where she explored how the menopause is talked about (or not talked about) in cultures where women’s health issues are kept “under the veil”. Dr Nighat Arif Charity Work Unsurprisingly for someone whose passion is health and wellbeing, Dr Nighat is highly involved with a number of charitable organisations. She is an ambassador for charities including Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, The Good Grief Trust, Sikh Forgiveness and HerSpirit; she does a huge amount of work for NHS Blood and Transplant; is a member of Team Halo who work with the UN to spread understanding around vaccines; as well as NOON as their online health expert. The cause she is most passionate about is that of organ donation. After her young son’s liver failed, there was a rush to find a match for an organ transplant. Unfortunately, she was aware that sign-up to the register from BAME residents was very low, and she even considered giving her son part of her own liver. She appeared on the likes of BBC Breakfast to encourage more people from BAME communities to sign up to the organ donor register. Dr Nighat Arif Keynote Speaking Dr Nighat is confident in front of an audience and has hosted women’s health workshops and keynote speeches. This natural ability to connect with an audience has not gone unnoticed and in 2020 she hosted a talk about the effects of chillies on our bodies for BBC’s Food, Truth or Scare. She has spoken for the UK Commission on Bereavement, as an ambassador for Wellbeing of Women and presented data from Team Halo at the G7 Summit Vaccine Confidence Project. She is incredibly relaxed and confident on camera and is keen to build on a career as an expert GP whilst remaining authentic to her values as a British Pakistani, Muslim woman and mothe r.  Dr Nighat Arif Speaking topics - Diversity and Inclusion - Cultural Change - Physical and Mental Health and Wellbeing - Women’s Medical Problems - Menopause - Minority Groups and Healthcare Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Television GP and Charity Campaigner Dr Nighat Arif for your corporate event. Contact us .

Dr Philippa Kaye is an inspirational GP, author, journalist and TV broadcaster with an particular interest in women’s health. Philippa is a regular presenter on This Morning and Talk TV, and often contributes to written and online media, including being the medical expert for several magazines including My Weekly Special and That’s Life. Philippa has worked in paediatrics, gynaecology, care of the elderly, acute medicine, psychiatry and is now a GP. In 2007, Philippa published her first book The Fertility Handbook and since then has published a further ten books on subjects including cancer, menopause, fertility, pregnancy, child health, child development and diabetes. Explaining medical problems and procedures in simple language that non-medics can understand is one of Philippa’s strengths and is evident in her success on TV and in her books. In 2019 and at the age of 39 her life and career would take an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Within a week Philippa was in hospital having the tumour in her bowel removed and after chemotherapy and further surgery she got the all clear in 2020. Philippa found writing a diary helped her cope with her cancer diagnosis and her subsequent experience. The retelling of her cancer journey and the emotional outpouring was turned into a her book: Doctors Get Cancer too. Philippa is much in demand for TV and corporate work on a wide range of health and wellness topics. Contact Great British Speakers today to inspirational GP, cancer survivor, author and broadcaster Dr Philippa Kaye for your next event. Dr Philippa Kaye Background Philippa was always fascinated with science and people and medicine was the perfect way to combine these two fascinations. Philippa is a Londoner and moved away to study medicine at Downing College Cambridge, before returning to Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ to do her clinical training in paediatrics, gynaecology, care of the elderly, acute medicine, psychiatry and general practice. Dr Philippa Kaye | Media Dr Philippa regularly appears on This Morning, sharing advice and information on women's health and paediatrics. She regularly appears on podcasts, including on Liz Earle's Friday Five podcast and is on You Tube giving interviews on a range of topics. A video of her carrying out a smear test has been viewed 15.4 million times. She is also the medical expert for Woman , Woman & Home , That’s Life and My Weekly Special magazines. Philippa is also the doctor advisor to Ann Summers on sexual wellness. Dr Philippa Kaye Books Dr Philippa Kaye has published numerous books with the second edition of The M Word: Everything You Need to Know About the Menopause released in 2023. The first edition reached number 2 in the Amazon charts. The book aims to break the taboo of menopause. The book helps women understand that they do not need to suffer due to the menopause and explains symptoms, treatments and how to manage relationships. The book has received glowing reviews, including from DJ Sara Cox and broadcaster Vanessa Feltz. In 2021 Philippa published Doctors Get Cancer Too: A Doctor's Diary of Life and Recovery from Cancer , the moving story of her journey being on both sides of the desk, sharing her insights not only through the diagnosis and treatment but in surviving and thriving through cancer. The book aims to help patients and their loved ones feel better understood, more prepared and less alone. Other books authored by Philippa include Breasts: An Owner's Guide , which is a taboo-breaking informative and practical guide helping readers understand and care for their most mythologised and objectified body part. In 2010 Dr Philippa Kaye released Your Pregnancy Week by Week: Practical and reassuring advice from conception to birth . The guide for mums-to-be provides weekly updates on baby development, how and why the body is changing as well as guidance on what can be done to ensure a smooth pregnancy. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book inspirational doctor, author, broadcaster and cancer survivor Dr Philippa Kaye to speak at your next event.   Contact us .

Rangan is a member of the Royal Colleges of Physicians and the Royal College of General Practitioners and has been a practising GP for nearly 20 years. He is currently regarded as one of the most influential doctors in the UK and wants to change how medicine will be practiced in years to come. He has been called a pioneer and is changing the way that we look at illness. He is known for finding the root cause of people's problems and he highlighted his methods in the ground-breaking BBC television show,  Doctor in the House , which has been shown in over 70 countries around the world. He has been placed in the Pulse Power 50 list for influential GPs consecutively for the past 2 years. Contact Great British Speakers today to book TV doctor & health & wellness speaker Dr Rangan Chatterjee for your next event. He is the author of the international best-seller,  The Four Pillar Plan   which has already become one of the top 10 selling Health titles of the past 5 years. Rangan’s latest book The Stress Solution launched at the beginning of 2019 and hit the number 1 spot on the Amazon best seller list. Rangan Chatterjee Podcasts Rangan Chatterjee hosts the #1 iTunes podcast, Feel Better, Live More  to help empower listeners to lead healthier, happier lives and has over 6 million downloads to date. His podcast episodes are regularly ‘prescribed’ by doctors to their patients. He has co-created the highly acclaimed Prescribing Lifestyle Medicine educational course which has already been delivered to over 400 GPs, Consultant Physicians and other healthcare professionals in 2018 providing them with a usable framework to apply Lifestyle Medicine principles in clinical practice. Rangan Chatterjee Ted Talk He regularly features on BBC news channels and has given an inspirational TED talk on making diseases disappear. He regular writes articles in the popular press appearing in publications including The Guardian, The Huffington Post and The Daily Mail. Rangan is a captivating and inspirational speaker. His goal is to empower you to become the architect of your own health. He believes that when we are healthier, we are happier because when we feel better, we live more. He offers a new perspective on the way we approach chronic diseases, and our health in general, in order to reshape our lives. Taking a 360° approach to health, focusing on 4 pillars of health: Food, Movement, Sleep and Relaxation, Rangan arms audiences with a better understanding of how to make small, effective changes that can dramatically improve their everyday lives. Rangan Chatterjee Speaking Topics Food & Drink, Health & Well-being, Innovation Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Dr Rangan Chatterjee to host or speak at your next live event.   Contact us . Below Rangan at the Liverpool TEDx meeting talking about eliminating disease:

Dr. Chris van Tulleken is an infectious diseases doctor at UCLH, and one of the BBC’s leading science presenters having worked on many flagship Health & Science programmes. During 2020, Dr. Chris van Tulleken shared his own personal experience of COVID19 in the BBC One documentary Surviving the Virus: My Brother & Me. He also hosted the two Horizon Coronavirus specials for BBC Two. In summer 2021, Chris and Xand launched their first podcast, A Thorough Examination with Drs Chris and Xand and reached the top spot across a variety of podcast charts. The audio series sees Chris send Xand on a journey to explore his relationship with ultra-processed food. Xand meets the world’s leading experts on food, weight, taste and addiction whilst going on a UPF binge in a bid to see if he can learn to hate it. Contact UK talent agent  Great British Speakers today to book STEM Health & Science speaker Dr. Chris van Tulleken to speak at your next live or virtual event or call +44 1753 439289. In 2019, Chris alongside his twin brother Xand , put competing health theories to the test with the help of 30 other pairs of identical twins in 'Twinsitute' for BBC Two. The pair also hosted 'Planet Child' a ‘landmark perspective on global childhood development' for ITV. Chris’ concerns about antibiotic resistance and over-reliance on prescription drugs led him to create a campaigning series for BBC One in 2017; ‘The Dr Who Gave up Drugs’, which generated a huge volume of letters and emails, having struck a chord with the nation. In 2018, he turned the focus of the topic to children with the second series, which received rave reviews. Following on from the success of ‘The Doctor Who Gave Up Drugs’, Chris investigated the impact ultra-processed foods has on our children, in ‘What Are We Feeding Our Kids?’ for BBC One. Another highlight of 2017, was Chris’ BBC1 film The Truth About...HIV - a programme supported by HRH Prince Harry, and Sir Elton John. Dr. Chris van Tulleken and Dr Xand van Tulleken Operation Ouch, Chris and Xand’s double BAFTA & Broadcast award winning series for CBBC, continues to delight audiences around the world, with Series 7 being filmed in 2018. Throughout the series the twins create fun and often disgusting experiments to help kids learn how the human body works. The programme results in fan mail from around the world from a young audience who want to know, above all, what they need to do to become doctors. Their second Operation Ouch tour of Australia this January was a huge hit and they hope to bring the fun to their British fans with a tour in 2018. Chris and Xand’s programmes are often shaped by their readiness and ability to self-experiment and test out theories on one another (as clones, they are the ideal test and control) – whether changing their diets, exposing themselves to environmental extremes of heat, cold, sleeplessness, pain (sticking spikes through their faces and sticking cameras down their noses), Chris learns and informs his audience by becoming a patient himself. Last year saw Chris and Xand publish two new books - Operation Ouch! The HuMaual - a book all about human biology for children; and Secrets of the Human Body which accompanied aground-breaking BBC2 Science series. Over Christmas 2021, Chris and Xand will also be taking Operation Ouch! back to the West End. Dr. Chris van Tulleken and Xand grew up in London and both trained in medicine at Oxford University, specialising in infectious disease and tropical medicine. Chris is currently an Associate Professor in the division of Infection and Immunity at UCL. He has worked as a doctor in some of the harshest and strangest environments on earth and trained the Army in survival. Chris’s expedition series Operation Iceberg for BBC Two saw a group of scientists adventure into the arctic exploring the formation and life of icebergs, whilst Chris and Xand 's debut series on Channel 4 Medicine Men Go Wild, (2008) saw them travel to remote locations such as Congo and South Georgia, in a hugely adventurous journey that sought to explore the limitations of Western Medicine. In 2016 Dr. Chris van Tulleken won the Max Perutz award at the Royal Institution for his HIV research. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Infectious diseases doctor, COVID19 - Surviving the Virus  speaker Dr. Chris van Tulleken for your next live or hybrid event.  Contact us .

Fi Glover is one of the country’s most recognisable radio voices. She has won multiple awards as a radio presenter and author and was voted 9th Most Powerful Voice on Radio in the Radio Times 2010. She has also won a Sony Gold and a Sony Silver for hosting Saturday Live and a Sony Silver for Broadcasting House both on BBC Radio 4 and a Sony Bronze for radio GLR’s Breakfast show. Having joined GLR as a junior reporter, Fi started presenting their Breakfast Show only three years later. Upon leaving GLR, she went to work on Five Live where she presented The Late Night Show and the award-winning Sunday Service. From 1997 to 1999, Fi presented BBC 2’s The Travel Show, visiting thirty-six countries in just three years. Contact Great British Speakers today to book female rights campaigner and broadcaster Fi Glover for your next event. In 2001, Fi wrote the memoir Travels With My Radio, inspired by her experiences as a BBC trainee reporter, touring radio stations in the UK. Most recently, Fi began presenting the landmark three-year BBC documentary series Generations Apart. She’s also hosted Rough Justice Live on Channel 4 and The Technophobes Guide to the Future on BBC 2. She has made appearances on The Apprentice, (BBC1) Call My Bluff (BBC2) and BBC 2’s Sports Relief does the Great British Bake Off. Fi Glover Women's Rights Campaigner Fi is on the board of Sound Women, the industry organisation promoting women’s rights within the industry and was Chair of Judges for the 2009 Orange Prize for Women’s Literature. She has written columns for The Guardian and Women’s Weekly and currently writes a weekly opinion piece for Waitrose Weekend. Fi Glover - Speaking and Moderating Fi is an experienced conference facilitator, awards host and speaker. Her corporate work has included chairing major events for Clifford Chance, hosting the 2010 Charity Commission Awards, the 2010 Independent Publisher’s Awards, the 2011 United for All Ages Awards the 2011 Stirling Prize for RIBA in Rotherham, and facilitating a symposium for Merck at the COGI conference in Paris. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Fi for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

X Factor powerhouse Fleur East has become one of the nation’s favourite performers, radio broadcasters, and TV presenters.  She is the host of Hits Radio's nationwide breakfast show, and co-hosts the  Strictly Come Dancing  spin-off show  It Takes Two (2022-present), alongside professional dancer Janette Manrara She has become a top choice of entertainment performer for private, public and corporate events. Contact Great British Speakers today to book singer, DJ, Host and Presenter, Fleur East for your next event. Whilst best known for her solo appearance on The X Factor (2014), this was not Fleur East’s first foray into the world of TV Reality shows. She appeared on the show in 2005 as part of a girl group. Knocked out in the first round, Fleur decided to focus on her solo act, believing she could make it on her own. She began collaborating with other musicians, including DJ Fresh and toured extensively across events such as T4 on the Beach, iTunes Festival, and V Festival. Now with more experience under her belt, she returned to The X Factor in 2014, astounding the judges and the audience. Her version of Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson’s ‘Uptown Funk’ went to number one on the iTunes chart and saw her signed to Simon Cowell’s record label, Syco. She released her first album, ‘Love, Sax and Flashbacks’ the next year, with the success of the single ‘Sax’ seeing her signed to Sony Music’s Columbia Records in the US. Her love for music doesn’t stop with her performing; she has hosted musical programmes for Hits Radio, presenting their breakfast and Saturday morning shows. Thanks to her experiences on The X Factor, Fleur has a unique insight into the inner workings of a reality show. This led her to start her podcast, The Reality of Reality TV, in 2020. Fleur invites fellow reality TV stars to revisit their best and worst moments on their respective programmes. Guests have included The Vivienne from Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Alison Hammond from Big Brother, Amber Gill from Love Island, JB Gill from The X Factor , Vicky Pattison from Geordie Shore, and Diversity from Britain’s Got Talent. Fleur East TV Work Her popular music style and down-to-earth nature have seen her appear on more and more television programmes as a guest or contestant. She has been a guest on Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway (2016-2023), Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel (2022), The Graham Norton Show (2022), Loose Women (2015-2022), Celebrity Juice (2020-2022), Between the Covers (2021), and Lorraine (2019-2021). In 2021, she became the co-host of ITV's game show  The Void,  alongside Diversity dancer Ashley Banjo. The X Factor wasn’t her last experience in the world of reality TV. In 2018 she participated in the 18th series of I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here , where she finished in 4th place behind singer John Barrowman, actress Emily Atack, and football manager Harry Redknapp. She would then participate in the 20th series of Strictly Come Dancing (2022), finishing as runner-up behind eventual winner, wildlife presenter and cameraman Hamza Yassin. Fleur is also a talented up-and-coming actress, having appeared in the Apple TV Drama  Ted Lasso  (2021); she also joined the case of CBBC drama  Phoenix Rise  (2024). Fleur East on Social Media Away from the world of music and TV, Fleur is an online influencer, providing tips and ideas in fashion, music, and fitness to her 1.8 million social media followers. She also became a first-timer mother and often posts on social media about motherhood. Fleur East Corporate Work She has partnered with a number of big companies, including Estee Lauder, Debenhams, and Birchbox. A level 3 certified personal trainer, Fleur is deeply passionate about physical and mental well-being. We are in the unique position to offer not only Fleur, but also her sister, make-up artist and entrepreneur Keshia East . Together, the sisters launched the haircare business Kurl Kitchen, based on the challenges they had with their hair growing up. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book singer Fleur East for your corporate event. Contact us .

Flo Headlam once worked in the charity sector, before deciding in her mid-forties to change track and enter the world of horticulture and gardening. Flo Headlam was always passionate about gardening. Coming to the UK from the Caribbean, her parents gave her an early insight into self-sufficiency, providing her with her own garden to grow vegetables. Yet, she didn’t think this could be a job. She initially studied African Studies at the London School of Oriental and African Studies before becoming a dancer and then a two-decade career in charity work. It was whilst studying horticulture and garden design at Capel Manor College – as well as raising a young family – that Flo was approached by BBC’s Gardeners’ World (2017-2019). This allowed her to travel around the country to meet people, all united in their love for gardening. Flo is passionate about her craft and easily communicates this passion to others. She is friendly and down-to-earth, and it is this nature that makes her a popular presenter, event host and keynote speaker. Contact Great British Speakers today to book TV gardener and horticulturist Flo Headlam for your next event. Leaving Gardeners’ World during the COVID-19 lockdown initially to concentrate on her own private clients, Flo Headlam was once again approached by the media, this time to join the Garden Rescue team (2022) alongside ex-Ground Force gardener  Charlie Dimmock . Too good an opportunity to miss, Flo has gone on to create the winning design on numerous occasions and relishes the chance to work with different individuals. Flo also works extensively with another Great British Speakers TV Gardener Danny Clarke. Flo Headlam Gardening Charity Work As well as her private gardening clients and her television work, Flo is passionate about using gardening for the greater good and is involved in several charitable projects. She is an Equity Ambassador for The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and an ambassador for The Great British Garden Festival . Previously working in the education sector of a national charity, Flo can often be found providing talks in schools, aiming to inspire them to join the horticultural industry. She is a great advocate for the growth of community gardens, especially those that can grow and provide food for those less fortunate. Flo Headlam Equality Diversity and Inclusion in gardening Flo Headlam is an inspiration to young women, especially women of colour, as she was the first female black presenter for Gardeners’ World . She is also passionate about the physical and mental health benefits that gardening can bring, especially to positive well-being. Flo Headlam Speaking Topics - Gardening - Horticulture - Raising a Family - Black Females in the Media - Mental and Physical Wellbeing in Horticulture Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book TV Gardening Presenter and speaker Flo Headlam for your corporate event. Contact us .

Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin is a creative consultant, social entrepreneur, female business leader, and speaker on social and cultural change, specialising in bold branding and business growth. She helps inspire teams to be bolder and braver, to work with compassion, be daring and be fun. Gabby works with founders to nurture their brands for extraordinary and sustainable growth. In 2016, she founded the first-of-its-kind charity, Bloody Good Period, and worked as CEO until 2022. Through her charity, she changed the way we talk about periods at home, in the workplace, and on a wider national level. Her entrepreneurial skills and charitable nature has seen her named one of London’s Most Influential People by  The Evening Standard , a Top 50 Trailblazer in Gender Equality by We Are The City, and one of the 100 trailblazers redefining the creative art industry by recruitment website The Dots. She has appeared on television shows, including  The Last Leg, Sky News  and  BBC News. She has been featured in several written publications, including  The Metro, The Sunday Times, Third Sector Magazine, Vogue, Stylist, The Evening Standard,  and  Glamour. She is a much sought-after keynote speaker, having worked with brands such as Adidas, Apple, Disney, The Guardian, and the University of the Arts London. Contact Great British Speakers today to book female social entrepreneur and business brand speaker Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin for your next event. In connection with Bloody Good Period, Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin co-founded Bloody Good Employers in 2019, a programme which offered education about periods and menopause to employers. It would go on to release a groundbreaking report on periods in the workplace and be named one of NatWest’s SE100 2022 Top 100 Social Enterprises in the UK. As well as wanting equality for those menstruating, she demanded equality in invoices. In 2019, she co-founded ‘More Than Money’, an online community to help people engaged in social purpose work get the pay they deserve. Now a business brand consultant, Gabby works directly with founders and growing companies help create a distinct brand personality that people will talk about lovingly, even when you’re not in the room. Good branding is not as simple as just having a nice logo and a complimentary colour palette. Good branding means people will talk about you positively, and will be able to clearly understand what it is you offer. A good brand shows how much you value your employees, it represents you as a company, it aids the events you curate, and the products you produce. Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin - Writing and TV Work She has also been a contributing writer for Moving Ahead’s Inclusion Edit, looking at diversity, inclusion and equality to create curated content that is easy to digest and successful in creating change. She has contributed several articles to publications, including Glamour (trans inclusion and antisemitism), Metro UK (Covid and periods, and period poverty), and Third Sector (abandon racist power plays), and has featured in the books It’s Not OK to Feel Blue (2019) by Scarlett Curtis, and Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon (2021) by Rosie Day. As well as appearing on mainstream news programmes, Gabby has also appeared on several podcasts, including About Race, The Sunday Times’ Secrets of the Side Hustle, Protein’s Stories of Growths, Anthems, Founders For Good and Period Power. While most of Gabby’s work is directed at women, she has also provided information for men through her initiative ‘Stay in the Room’. This included her own podcast, where she invited male guests, including Dane Baptiste, Jordan Stevens and Nish Kumar . Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin - Speaking Topics - Bold and Effective Brand - Compassionate Leadership - Turning Taboo Into Cool - Sustainable Growth - Entrepreneurial Thinking for “Nontrapraneurs” Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin - Keynote Topics - How Not to Grow a Thick Skin: an honest and inspiring take on entrepreneur life, and why sensitivity is imperative to growth - Turning Blood into Beer and Body Lotion: How to secure perfect partnerships and awesome ambassadors with killer branding - 300 Pairs of Pants, Red Paint, and Parliament: How – and where – to be bold, for business growth Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin – Previous Speaking Topics - Radical Kindness in Leadership - Turning the Taboo into Cool - Using Humour to Talk about Difficult Subjects - Culture and Behaviour Change - Female Health and Inequalities - Starting and Sustaining a Movement - Using Your Creativity and Authenticity to Make Change - Being a Female Founder - Periods and Menstruation Gabby also provides a Creative Consultant service, providing a range of strategic and creative communications for social change companies, focussing on building and sustaining values and reputation. She also runs workshops, helping employees and leaders to get the most out of their branding. Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin - Clients: Adidas, Allbright, Apple, Bacardi, BBC Woman’s Hour, The Body Shop, British Library, CoppaFeel,  Disney, Global Witness, The Guardian, Liberty, Media Trust, Mystery Jets, Ogilvy, Reset – The Festival of Motherhood and Mental Health, Third Sector, UK Government, University of the Arts London, West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Women of the Worlds. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Entrepreneur and CEO, social change, and business branding speaker Gabby Jahanshahi-Edlin for your corporate event. Contact us .

Grace Victory is an award-winning blogger and YouTuber with over 20 million total views across her platforms. She is one of the UK’s most successful Internet sensations and has built a global audience with her unique flare and girl power attitude. She was voted best YouTuber for Cosmopolitan magazine and was awarded Most Inspiring Role Model for InStyle magazine’s Project 13. In 2014, Grace Victory officially launched graciefrancesca.com, covering beauty, fashion and mental health issues. Her linked social media accounts have an impressive following of over 250,000 on Instagram, 105,000 on Twitter and 222,000 on YouTube. In 2020, Grace Victory was put into an induced coma just one day after giving birth after contracting COVID-19, where she stayed for the next 3 months, before having intensive physiotherapy and meeting her 10-week old son for the very first time. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Influencer and COVID-19 survivor Grace Victory for your next event. Grace Victory is an inspiration to thousands of young people around the world and has been hailed as the “most inspiring person on the net” and the “Internet’s big sister”. She was one of the first mainstream fashion and beauty bloggers to also cover mental and physical health issues. 2016 saw Grace debut her hit documentary Clean Eating’s Dirty Secrets for the BBC. The aim of the programme was to challenge the claims many health gurus swear by and was one of the most-watched shows on BBC Three Online, with over 1.5 million views. In 2016, her second documentary for the BBC was released; The Cost of Cute: The Dark Side of the Puppy Trade was a hard-hitting look at the designer dog industry. Grace Victory Influencer She has worked with a number of high-profile beauty and fashion clients including Clinique, L’Oréal, Nike – modelling their first plus-size apparel campaign – ASOS, Rimmel, New Look, and has also presented at London Fashion Week. Grace has not always been this positive; as a child, she witnessed domestic violence and drug abuse at home and went on to cut ties with her father. Then at age 16 she was raped and she attempted suicide twice. She also suffered at the hands of bullying as a teenager and dealt with very public issues including anxiety and body image. She shares her story on problems most young people will face, as well as topics that are perceived taboo such as depression. Grace Victory TEDx Talk In 2017, Grace took part in a TEDx talk entitled ‘My Home Is This’, in which she explores her journey with her body through racism, eating disorders and mental health difficulties. The video has hit more than 24,000 views. She is now a dedicated body image campaigner and curvy model in her own right. She also regularly attends inspirational meetings with young women to give advice, guidance and a chance to share each other’s stories. In 2017, Grace published her first book, No Filter, which featured stories from her life including hard-hitting topics like domestic abuse and mental health. She followed this up in 2021 with How to Calm It , a book about mindfulness and how to implement it into our everyday lives. Grace Victory - COVID-19 In 2020, Grace and her family went through a very frightening time. In August, she posted a pregnancy announcement to her social media channels. In early December, she developed mild symptoms of COVID-19, but on Christmas Eve, her son was born two months premature due to complications from the virus, and the following day, Grace was put in an induced coma, where she stayed until March 2021. Whilst in the coma, Grace was given just a 5% chance of survival and suffered multiple organ failures and cardiac arrest when the doctors first tried to wake her up. Doctors have said she actually died for five minutes and it was a miracle that she survived with no brain damage. After returning home, Grace became an advocate for what she calls “Covid coma mummy survivors”, setting up a closed Facebook group in which women can share their experiences. She says it’s a space to speak about “memory, fatigue, the guilt around not being there for your child not being able to breastfeed.” Grace has appeared on a number of podcasts, including Katie Piper’s Extraordinary People, The Calmer You podcast, where she discussed trauma, healing and high-functioning anxiety, Happiful magazine’s I am, I Have and the Good Influence podcast where she talks about self-care. Grace Victory Media Work She has featured in and contributed to the BBC, The Metro, Cosmopolitan, The Independent , iHeartRadio,  Fader Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Elle Magazine, SHOUT Mag, Grazia Magazine, Huffington Post, The Daily Mail, The Sun, Allure Magazine, Teen Vogue, Glamour UK, Seventeen Magazine, Paper Magazine, Hello Magazine, Look Magazine, ELLE UK, The Evening Standard, K9 Magazine, Heat Magazine, Black Hair Magazine and Red Magazine. Amongst all of the difficult after effects of childbirth, a positive has come; in 2022, Grace announced she was expecting her second child, due October 2022. Grace Victory Public Speaking - Fashion and Beauty - Mental Health and Wellbeing - Near-Death Experiences - COVID-19 - Blogging/Vlogging Grace has spoken at the 2022 WOW-Women of the World event where she shared the development of her career as well as her experience with motherhood, and has worked alongside the Mind charity on a number of their campaigns as an ambassador. 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Hanna Witton is an award-winning vlogger and influencer, with her vlogs attracting more than 24 million views on her official YouTube channel. After amassing an impressive following on her social media – over 1.1 million across Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok – Hannah is regarded as one of the UK’s leading voices. She uses her unique blend of positivity and expertise to talk about a range of topics including sex, relationships, feminism, body image, gender and sexuality. No topic is off limits and she has posted videos about her Colitis diagnosis and her first pregnancy, as well as documenting how being pregnant has affected her chronic illness. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Award-Winning Vlogger Hannah Witton for your next event. Whilst she discusses a wide range of topics, Hannah Witton’s focus is on sex, sexual health and relationships. This focus stemmed from her studies, where she wrote her dissertation on the history of sexology and sex manuals. She is now an ambassador for leading sexual health charity Brook and was shortlisted for Young Person of the Year at FPA’s UK Sexual Health awards and scooped up the Best Sex and Relationships award at the Cosmopolitan influencer awards in 2016, as well as being shortlisted for the Best Vlog in 2014. Additionally, Hannah was a finalist in the 2013 Guardian and Oxford University Press Very Short Film competition, where she submitted a short on “The History of Homosexuality”. Hannah first began creating YouTube videos in 2011 with an aim to help young women with their relationships and sexual health. On the channel she explores topics including how to increase your sexual desire, period tracking apps and menstruation, sexuality and sensuality, dating, sex toys, contraception, pregnancy, gender identity, parenting, consent and sex and disability. In 2017, Hannah released her debut book, Doing It, which was an educational, informative handbook for young people, exploring relationships, sex and dating from her own experiences. She followed this up in 2019 with The Hormone Diaries: The Bloody Truth About Our Periods , which covered experiences of menstruation and education around it. https://vimeo.com/219383286?share=copy In 2019, Hannah launched her podcast, Doing it With Hannah Witton, which focused on sex, relationships, our bodies and taboos. The podcast was very successful and was nominated at the 2020 Global Awards. She is also a podcaster on Banging Book Club, where she and two other vloggers read books about sex and gender before discussing them, as well as on Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal where she spoke about sex and relationships. In 2015, Hannah appeared on a TEDx talk titled What Internet Trolls Taught Me, which reached over 84,000 views on their YouTube channel. Hannah is a highly sought-after expert speaker, moderator and host. In 2014, she moderated the gender panel at the Summer in the City event, and was named one of eight Girls’ Champions as part of the BBC’s 100 Women campaign in 2016. HANNAH WITTON – CHRONIC ILLNESS / COLITIS Hannah was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis at the young age of seven, experiencing severe abdominal pain and frequent, bloody trips to the toilet. Over the years, she faced hospitalizations due to flare-ups until a new medication granted her a decade-long remission at 15. However, the unpredictable nature of Colitis resurfaced in her 20s, leading to the decision for an ileostomy - the removal of her large intestine and the use of a stoma bag. The surgery significantly improved her life, reducing pain and allowing her to lead a more normal existence. Yet, challenges persisted, including a large scar affecting her mobility and a loss of core strength. The subsequent months involved a learning process to walk, stand, lie down, and manage her transformed life. Having undergone the ileostomy in 2018, Hannah is now dedicated to dispelling the misconceptions and stigma around Stoma's.   Through her advocacy, she emphasises that individuals with stomas can still have intimate relationships and have children, highlighting the empowerment that comes with embracing life post-surgery. https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wu3TRK1ngMo Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book Vlogger and Sexual Health Expert Hannah Witton for your corporate event. Contact us .

Heather is a philanthropist, activist, entrepreneur and world-record holding athlete.  Heather has made a vast impact with her charitable work, helping people affected by war and disability. Her passion is for helping people overcome diversity, something she herself had to do in 1993 when a collision with a motorcycle resulted in the amputation of a leg.  She founded a charity responsible for clearing 21 million square metres of land mines across the world and helping hundreds of thousands of amputees receive artificial limbs. Her inspirational work has touched many globally. Heather is also passionate about creating healthy, sustainable, plant-based nutrition, food and cosmetics products, with a range of products across these industries. Contact Great British Speakers today to book inspirational speaker Heather Mills for your next event. After the trauma and tragedy of the motorcycle collision in 1993, which saw Heather have her leg amputated, she turned to veganism as a way to support her recovery and healing. Since then she has become a strong advocate and influencer in matters relating to veganism and plant-based products. This led to the creation of her VBites Food business, which is one of the world's biggest manufacturers of meat-free, fish-free, and dairy-free plant based alternatives, currently servicing   24 countries.    Expanding on her plant based mission, Heather has also  created a vegan algal oil business, V-Omega3, vegan makeup business, B@One. Heather has also provided investment into many plant based start-ups as part of her 'VBites  Ventures' portfolio. Heather Mills charitable work Despite her business successes, Heather is most proud of her  work in the charitable sector which has included the founding and patronage of 'Adopt A Minefield' the charity that raises money for the clearing of mines in war-torn areas, as well as creating awareness about the issues of land mines and supporting those affected by them. Heather is also the originator and patron of many amputee clinics internationally and has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in the face of atrocities such as the Twin Tower attacks and the Gujarat earthquake in India. So far 400,000 amputees have received artificial limbs due to Heather’s efforts. Heather has also made a mark in the world of sport, pursuing her passion of ski-racing and remarkably at the age of 47 became the only disabled skier ever to achieve three world records in downhill, skeleton and ski-jumping disciplines. Heather also holds four gold medals for downhill and slalom skiing at the Skiing World Championships and in 2023 she was awarded The Guinness Book of World Records award for being the Fastest Disabled Speed Skier in the World achieving a staggering 164.95km/h. Heather Mills Speaking Topics There are many topics that Heather can cover, drawing on her vast experience and inspirational life. These include: Overcoming adversity. Disability and prejudice. Working in War torn areas and supporting those affected by war. Charity work. Global development of plant based food brands. Setting up and running a business and scaling up to international level. Excelling in sport and becoming a successful athlete. How to inspire change through resilience. Human and animal rights. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book the inspirational Heather Mills for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Heidi Skudder – otherwise known as The Parent and Baby Coach – is an award-winning podcaster and parenting consultant with over two decades of experience working with and helping families around the world, from the USA to Zambia. Her experience, expertise, and personable nature mean she has helped famous clients, including Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Perrie Edwards, appear on TV shows for Channel 5 and featured in publications The Independent  and  The Express. She is in high demand as a keynote speaker at industry events and for her online workshops and courses on topics such as weaning, potty training and toddler behaviour. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Heidi Skudder - The Parent and Baby Coach for your next event. With a Masters degree in Business Psychology and qualifications including NLP, CBT, accreditation from the Association of Coaching, and diplomas in post-natal depression and sleep training, Heidi Skudder is an expert in all things baby and toddler. Her business started in 2011 as Tiny Tiptoes, initially offering baby massage classes and overnight care; it would then be rebranded as The Parent and Baby Coach in 2012, combining her coaching practice with sleep support consultancy. Since then, she has helped over 2,000 families manage their transition into parenthood and provided tips on her social media, where she has a following of over 65,000. Heidi Skudder - The Parent and Baby Coach - Speaking Heidi aims to work with individuals and corporate clients in helping new parents and parents-to-be understand the physical and emotional changes they will go through when going from a single person or couple to a parent. Heidi Skudder - The Parent and Baby Coach - Online Workshops She also offers online workshops and courses, including: - Mini Sleep, Sleep Support, Dream Sleep, and Newborn Sleep - Put to Bed, and Lunchtime Nap - Reflux Management, Reflux Support, and Combination Feeding - Toddler Behaviour - Newborn, Baby, and Toddler Sleep - Baby and Toddler Sleep and Routine - Baby Weaning - Potty Training - Preparing For Your Second Baby Her workshops have seen her given the  Baby Magazine’s Little London Award for the ‘Best Baby and Parenting Class’. Whilst she wants to ensure the child is cared for in the best way, she is also passionate about ensuring the parent has a positive experience of parenthood. Heidi Skudder - The Parent and Baby Coach - Podcasting Heidi is also a popular podcast host, having hosted several series of  The Parent & Baby Coach Podcast, discussing topics such as emotion for toddlers, room sharing, returning to work, baby gut health, reflux, illness, and separation anxiety. Her expertise has seen her speak at The Baby Show, the UK’s biggest parenthood exhibition show, on no less than four occasions, cementing her as a go-to expert in the field. Heidi works with: Mail on Sunday, The Independent, My Baba, The Baby Show, 5 News, Penguin Books, Baby London and the Baby and Toddler Show. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book The Parent and Baby Coach Heidi Skudder for your corporate event. Contact us .

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is an award-winning writer, broadcaster and celebrity chef, as well as an ambassador for food production and eating locally and seasonally. Hugh’s popularity grew through his River Cottage TV series and books as well as campaigns such as Hugh’s Fish Fight. Hugh presented River Cottage, a television series in which he became a self-reliant farmer in rural England - having moved from London to the rural location in Dorset - feeding himself, his family and friends with locally produced and sourced food. The television series was followed by the release of The River Cottage Cookbook, which won the Glenfiddich Trophy and the André Simon Food Book of the Year award. Further books followed in the River Cottage series. Hugh established River Cottage HQ in Dorset in 2004, and the operation is now based at Park Farm near Axminster in Devon. River Cottage HQ is a working organic smallholding and the base for a range of courses and events, and home to the newly launched River Cottage Chefs’ School. Hugh is a published journalist, having written a weekly column for The Guardian between 2006 and 2014. He is Patron of the National Farmers’ Retail and Markets Association (FARMA), and of Switchback, a charity that helps young offenders find opportunities in the catering industry. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is a highly regarded broadcaster, writer and TV personality whose books and broadcasts have reached millions. He is a passionate campaigner for food, sustainability and animal welfare. Contact Great British Speakers today to book broadcaster and food campaigner Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall for your next event. Since first broadcasting Escape to River Cottage in 1999, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has received a number of awards including a BAFTA, a Food Broadcast Award as well as awards from Radio 4, The Observer and the Guild of Food Writers. He won Cookbook of the Year Award for The River Cottage Meat Book and an award for River Cottage Veg. River Cottage was initially founded on the principles of sustainable design; to create a site that is low on carbon, low energy, and one that would embrace the climate change challenge. Hugh Fearnely-Whittingstall - Campaigning In addition to the cookery-based programmes, Hugh's TV work also includes hard-hitting campaigns such as Chicken Out! in which he campaigned for better welfare for chickens in the UK. In 2011, he broadcast the hugely influential Hugh's Fish Fight , which brought about changes in law at the European level. In November 2015, Hugh broadcast Hugh's War on Waste with the BBC and began a campaign to reduce consumer waste in the UK. The two programmes focused on food and clothing waste, both by supermarkets and by shoppers in their own homes. In 2018, he filmed Britain's Fat Fight with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall , a documentary for BBC One, where he explored the obesity crisis in Britain, asking food producers, restaurants, and the government to confront the crisis. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall | Books Hugh has published more than 25 books, many receiving multiple awards. Prior to River Cottage, Hugh presented a food programme called Walk on the Wild Sid e, where he travelled along the canals of the UK, indulging in local wild food using naturally sourced ingredients. The series, which ran for from 1995-1997, was accompanied by Hugh's first book by the same. Hugh's most recent book is River Cottage Good Comfort , including favourite meals made healthy. In 2024, Hugh will publish How to Eat 30 Plants a Week , a book containing 100 recipes that incorporate the power of plants power, helping readers benefit from increased energy and improved gut microbiome. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall - Charitable Support Hugh is a patron of ChildHope UK, an international child-protection charity working in Africa, Asia, and South America, a position he has held since 2009. He is also Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book broadcaster, writer and food campaigner Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall for your next event.   Contact us .

Inspiring Vanessa is not your average teen! Vanessa is an international multi-award-winning Motivational Speaker, Presenter, Podcast Host, Actress, YouTuber, Model, and Author of two books: The 5 Secrets to Public Speaking Success and Vanessa’s Book of Quotes—Inspiration on the go! and an audiobook titled The 12 Keys to Success.  Contact the UK’s leading presenter agent  Great British Presenters today to book inspirational speaker & presenter Vanessa for your next live or virtual event or call +44 1753 439289. Vanessa’s journey began when she was only 9 years old and became one of the youngest motivational speakers in the UK. Vanessa’s mission is to inspire children and adults around the world to believe in themselves and have the courage to be whoever they want to be. Her dream is to be on the Ellen Show, meet Ellen DeGeneres also help homeless people by creating a “Hotel for Homeless”. Vanessa has been trained and mentored by several top International Speakers and has shared the stage with the likes of Jairek Robbins, Eric Thomas, Eric Ho, Caleb Maddix, Andy Winson and Douglas Vermeeren speaking in front of thousands of people around the world. Also been interviewed on London Live TV, BEBB Online TV and Chrissy Show on Sky TV, appeared in Stylist magazine, The Voice newspaper and many other magazines in U.K., USA, Canada and Australia . She has been hosting the podcast The Inspiring Vanessa Show,  bringing exclusive interviews and discussions with renowned speakers and motivating public figures!  Over the past three years, Vanessa hosted London’s Kids Fashion Show, Croydon has Talent, attended Screen Nation Awards as a guest presenter and interviewed on the red carpet at WE DAY and the Screen Nation Awards. If you are looking for an inspiring, refreshing and powerful speaker then Vanessa is guaranteed to make a big impact. Vanessa is looking to go to schools and speak about Confidence and self believe. Vanessa lives for personal development and has more charisma and wisdom that most adult speakers out there! Vanessa’s signature topics include Mindset; Inspiration; Motivation; Love and Fear, Taking Action and Self-Belief. She has now been helping children with Confidence Coaching. She also offers a 12-week program and her speaker fees varies depending on organisations or charities who require to book her. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Presenters now to book corporate presenter Vanessa for your next live event or corporate video. https://vimeo.com/280224490 https://vimeo.com/288207929

Ionica Adriana is a Romanian-born British stage and screen actress. Born near Transylvania, Ionica was adopted into a British family who lived in North Yorkshire when she was two and a half years old. Due to her complicated start to life and fast-growing career, Ionica is a popular guest speaker at large and small events, offering her entertaining and fascinating life story. She has hosted and spoken at events such as Carfest, Countryfile Live, MOVE IT, the UK’s biggest dance convention, and CYD. Contact Great British Speakers  today to book Romanian-born British actress Ionica Adriana for your next event. In the years before Ionica Adriana was born, the Romanian Communist dictator enforced strict rules regarding the country’s population. This resulted in widespread poverty, which meant parents were either too malnourished to support their children or couldn’t afford to. Many were brought up by unclean state-run institutions. In a Romanian orphanage, Ionica spent the first two and a half years of her life before being adopted and moving to England. Ionica has always been honest about her adoption, saying that “my adoption has never been a secret, my parents have always been very transparent about it”, and it is this honesty that she brings to her presenting and speaking engagements. Ionica Adriana Stage Career Ionica trained for two years at the East 15 Acting School in performing arts and stage combat. Her flourishing career has won her high recognition and several awards. In 2018, she was awarded the Best Emerging Actress gong at the International Achievement Recognition Awards for her role as the Genie in the stage version of Aladdin . She was also nominated for the Best Female Solo Artist and NEA Choice Award at the National Entertainment Awards. Other stage roles include  Opening Up  at the Union Theatre,  Aladdin  – this time as Jasmine – at the Billingham Forum,  Sleeping Beauty  in Torquay and  Cinderella  in Chesham. Ionica Adriana Media Career Ionica has presented for a number of television and radio stations, including BBC Radio York, BBC Leeds, Yorkshire Cast, BBC Politics, BBC Look North, BBC Leeds and  Countryfile Live. In 2019, she became a judge for the BBC’s second series of  All Together Now  along with comedian Rob Beckett and singer Geri Horner. Her best-known presenting job was fronting BBC Radio 4’s documentary entitled  Ceausescus Children  (2022), which gave her the opportunity to return to Romania and see how children were living in the country today. She also presented the documentary  The Acting Class (2017) alongside actors Maxine Peake and Christopher Eccleston. In 2023, Ionica starred in long-running soap  Coronation Street.  Going into 2024, Ionica will be appearing in  Celebrity Pointless,  as well as hosting season 1 of the podcast CANDID. Whilst she is best known as a presenter on the screen, she has acted in productions, including Paranoid  (2016),  Splitting the Bill  (2018),  The Syndicate  (2021) and  Glaciers  (2022). She has also appeared in feature films  Girls Do Not Dress For Boys  (2015) and  Schadenfreude  (2018). Due to her growing popularity, Ionica has been featured as a writer and interviewee for  Yorkshire Life Magazine, BBC History Revealed Magazine, The Daily Mail, Absolutely Yorkshire,  and Who Do You Think You Are Magazine. Ionica Adriana Corporate speaking  & Hosting Work Ionica is a popular figure at expos and other events such as MOVE IT, the UK’s biggest dance convention, and CYD? (Can You Dance) UK’s touring convention. She hosted the Hospitality Talks Stage at BBC  Countryfile Live in 2019, sang at the closing ceremony of the Newcastle Film Festival and again at the Festival of Remembrance 2018 in York. Ionica has appeared at Carefest on several occasions, where she has spoken about how to live with purpose and practice self-love. Due to her fascinating life story that includes adoption, Ionica is often asked to speak at big events as well as at schools, colleges and graduations, and hosting seminars. Ionica has said that her biggest privilege to date was as a guest speaker (the only Romanian speaker) at Sir Michael Rutter's Memorial at King's College London. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers  now to book actress and inspirational speaker Ionica Adriana for your corporate event. Contact us .

J Grange is a British Musician, Songwriter, International Public Speaker and Neurodiversity/ Disability advocate born in East London. After facing many mental health challenges during his time in education, a lack of support, being permanently excluded from schools, going to court and being diagnosed with ADHD, J finally found his passions. J’s second-ever song release received great traction on YouTube via Link Up TV racking up an impressive amount of streams. J’s appearances include BBC Radio, other Radio stations including KISS Fresh, BBC National and Local news, the BBC website, Channel 5 News, GB News and a number of online magazines and news outlets. Contact – Great British Speakers today to book ADHD Neurodiversity Musician and motivational speaker J Grange for your next event or call +44 1753 439289. J is more than just a musician. He is also a respected international public speaker and neurodiversity advocate who goes into PRUs, schools and colleges such as Kings College London to speak to students and staff and is an ambassador for numerous organisations & charities including the ADHD Foundation, UK Youth and the Prince's Trust. Below is a Channel 5 programme where J discusses his life and living with ADHD J Grange Public Speaker He has also spoken for the United Nations, Live at the Bournemouth International Centre to over 1,000 people and regularly speaks to a wide range of businesses, charities and corporates including JCDecaux, Action For Children, Johnson Matthey, National Gas and News International about creating equality for those 1 in 5 who are neurodivergent. In June 2022 J featured across 300+ Clear Channel digital billboards across the UK to celebrate being neurodivergent. He also released We Will Rise featuring the London Community Gospel Choir as the official anthem for the ADHD foundation Neurodiversity Umbrella Project J Grange Specialist Topics keynote titles: Living as a Neurodivergent person – Using my lived experience to create a better living experience. Neurodiversity in the workplace – Employing and supporting the ND community How Businesses can benefit from a better understanding of neurodiversity – What is it, how can you change and improve and what’s in it for you? Neurodiversity in Education – Let’s stop wasting talent - A strength-based approach Difference is Strength – Why society needs to embrace different minds Diversity & Inclusion Talks Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book ADHD Neurodiversity speaker J Grange for your next live event.   Contact us .

Jake and Hannah Graf are inspiring, compelling and engaging speakers. They are widely known as the UK’s ‘Transgender Power Couple’ after being named as the Most Influential LGBTQ Couple by The Independent. Jake and Hannah Graf are passionate speakers on gender, equality and diversity and having become something of an inspiration to the wider transgender community, they work tirelessly to represent it both in the UK and internationally, seizing every opportunity to increase acceptance and understanding. Jake and Hannah Graf have presented keynote speeches, fireside chats and Q&As on a wide variety of themes and are best known for their documentary ”Our Baby: A Modern Miracle’ which was on Channel 4. Contact Great British Speakers today to book LBGTQ+ Transgender & diversity speakers Jake and Hannah Graf for your next event. Jake and Hannah Graf - JAKE GRAF Jake is a London-based actor, writer and director whose first nine award-winning films have screened at over 100 festivals worldwide. His first feature film ‘Lavender’ is in development with BAFTA-nominated MisFits Entertainment (‘McQueen’), and he is currently working on two television drama pilots. Jake uses the medium of films to elicit positive change, giving representation to rarely seen characters and stories and promoting acceptance and understanding. All are used as educational tools in universities, schools, prisons and media events internationally. Recent roles include ITV’s Butterfly, DBO’s ‘Different For Girls’ and opposite Keira Knightley in the feature film ‘Colette’. He is a patron for Mermaids, akt and Ditch The Label and a judge for the European Diversity Awards, The Rainbow Honours, The Iris Prize Film Festival and The National Diversity Awards. Jake’s background in film, acting and writing means he is equally assured when speaking on all manner of topics including the importance of positive representation, the media, and LGBTQ relationships, travel and inclusion. His difficult past pre-transition and overcoming his struggles with addiction and destructive behaviour patterns are particularly pertinent when demonstrating the importance of supporting trans and LGBTQ+ colleagues within the workplace. Jake and Hannah Graf - About Hannah Graf, MBE Hannah is a Captain in the British Army. She commissioned in 2010 and since that time has commanded soldiers across the world including in Germany, Canada, Kenya and Afghanistan. Hannah is also a transgender woman and her personal story of transition captured the imagination of the nation in 2015. A true advocate for equality, she used her public profile to promote a realistic portrayal of transgender individuals in the UK, becoming an inspiration to many. Outside the Army she acts as Patron for the charity Mermaids and is an ambassador for LGBT Sport in Wales. Her work in diversity has won her several accolades including Cosmopolitan Woman of the Year, an honorary fellowship from Cardiff University and in June 2019, an MBE for her work updating LGBTQ policy in the British Army. Hannah’s experience as a decorated Officer who transitioned within the Army perfectly allows her to speak confidently on all aspects of the military, diversity and inclusive leadership. Jake and Hannah Graf - Speaking Jake and Hannah have both presented a huge number of keynote talks, and fireside chats and participated in panel discussions for organisations and gatherings based on their remarkable story. Jake and Hannah Graf - Speaking Clients The Grafs have spoken at events for companies including: Warner Brothers, Herbert Smith Freehills, Stonewall Workplace Conference, Army LGBT Conference, NBC Universal, InterComms, InterMedia, InterBank, InterLaw, Pride in London Gala, BNP Paribas, Barclay’s, Lloyds, Citi Bank, Allen and Overy, HSBC, BP, PWC, P&G and TTG. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book LBGTQ+ Transgender & diversity speakers Jake and Hannah Graf for your corporate event. Contact us .

Jane Malyon has been an entertaining Speaker for years. Her parents said she was a perfect baby until she learned to talk - and she hasn't stopped since. Jane Malyon is also the author of three books and an entrepreneur, keen to encourage others to Play Nicely in business - and other women to embark on business adventures to fulfil their potential. She runs The English Cream Tea Company based in Essex, UK along with the famous 'Scone Gnomes' who freshly prepare and send out afternoon tea-related gifts worldwide. They run The Secret Sconery events venue and tea room - and also gained the Guinness World Record for the largest tea party. Her company has its own range of teas, preserves and more. Contact Great British Speakers today to book the record-breaking Queen of Afternoon Tea Jane Malyon for your next event. "Being nice isn't being weak or a pushover. It's a way to make the world a more effective, kind and happy place!" Her background includes 20 years as a Communications Skills Trainer helping teams and individuals to connect and get on better. JANE MALYON WRITING Jane's latest book became an Amazon best-seller. It's 'Scone or Scon(e) - the Essential Guide to British Afternoon Tea'. She's taught tea time manners and customer service in international hotels as well as Fortnum and Mason's. All done with warmth and fun! Jane has also worked with major companies such as Intu, the Accountant of the Year Award Ceremony, RBS, Intu, KPI/Dent, many legal and accountancy companies, building companies, marketing agencies, Essex County Council and English Heritage. She's been on the BBC and BBC Radio numerous times, had a half-page feature in The Sunday Times business section, coverage in The Guardian and The Daily Telegraph, articles in Woman and Home Magazine, British Airway's Highlife Magazine, Essex Life and more. She's been a panellist at business conferences and part of 'round table' discussions at Westminster with ministers. She's won numerous business awards (including regional Business Woman of the Year) - and her delicious products have Great Taste awards too! See Janes cream tea etiquette tips, top ten tips of English Cream Tea etiquette, scones, cream or jam first, tea or milk first, afternoon tea tradition, British manners by expert of The English Cream Tea Company, winner of a Guinness World Record for the largest tea party, speaker and author. JANE MALYON PUBLIC SPEAKING: Afternoon Tea is delicious BUT it's not all about the tasty carbs! Transfer those niceties of being in rapport, offering, listening, noticing and thanking...and you have the beginnings of corporate engagement right there. That translates into staff retention, at least 12% more efficiency, improved customer service and organisations that simply work together better.  Let's put the courtesy back into business! JANE MALYON SPEAKING TOPICS: Jane has a generalist message wrapped up in a unique, memorable and specialist package - and it can apply to all levels of an organisation. The topics can be focussed on: * Leadership * Customer * Team * Playing nicely in business * The art of rapport * Conflict resolution turning to harmony - because the change is worth it * Keynote inspiration * How to say sorry (!) * How to make staff and clients feel so special, they will imagine they're extended family * Overcoming negatives Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Jane Malyon for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Property expert, Jasmine Harman is the presenter of Channel 4’s A Place In the Sun. Having filmed over 250 episodes since she joined the show in 2004, Jasmine has helped to boost the show’s ratings, seeing them nearly double over the years. The programme is currently broadcast throughout Europe, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Place in The Sun Property presenter Jasmine Harman for your next event. Jasmine Harman has also participated in some very personal documentaries for the BBC including My Hoarder Mum and Me, which followed her family’s attempts to overcome her mother’s compulsive hoarding. She also fronted The Zoo Next Door (BBC1), Collectaholics (BBC 2) and The Truth about Your Teeth (BBC1) and is a regular contributor to The One Show (BBC1). Before working on television, Jasmine worked in the Health Club industry. A qualified fitness instructor she lived in the Algarve working as a marketing manager for a luxury health resort whilst hosting her own live magazine radio show on their most popular channel, Kiss FM. Jasmine supports a number of charities including Nelson Mandela’s Children’s Fund, Breast Cancer Care and Dog’s Trust. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email  Great British Speakers now to book Jasmine Harman for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us .

Jess Rogers is a television presenter, broadcast journalist, entrepreneur, speaker, and content creator across the topics of adventure, sport, and sustainability. As the lead arena presenter for England Netball internationals and the Netball Super League, as well as the Extreme E racing series, Jess is the face of Sky Sports’ Sustainability series. Along with two friends, Jess is also the co-founder of Carbon Jacked, a successful environmental and sustainability start-up business. Together, they believe that “saving the planet shouldn’t be boring”, and their mission is to help sports, businesses and individuals combat climate change. Contact Great British Speakers today to book sustainability presenter and speaker Jess Rogers for your next event. Jess Rogers is an exceptional storyteller and content creator, aiming to make her sustainability messages fun, engaging and empowering in order to help people make a difference. Founded in 2020, Carbon Jacked aims to make sustainability more attractive and affordable to individuals and businesses. Carbon Jacked has since been made a Peak Partner of the Peak District National Park Foundation. They have helped with projects such as Europe’s first carbon negative wine, business carbon footprint assessments for coat paints, Algbra, and Rathfinny Wine Estate, and provided player engagements for Netball Scotland and Y1 Sport. Jess has always been a naturally sporty person, with netball, trail running and wild swimming just three of the pastimes she enjoys. Below, Jess talks about sustainability for Sky TV: After studying classical literature and civilisation, drama, theatre arts, and broadcast journalism at Birmingham University, she moved to Scotland and started working for Red Bull. She worked on their Soapbox event, on downhill mountain biking, and cliff diving. She even created a global network event, Red Bull Switch Up, which she rolled out worldwide. This passion for netball has stayed with her and she would go on to head up the Netball Super League at England Netball. Jess is exceptionally interested in and passionate about women’s sports, and sits on the Advisory Panel for the Women’s Sports Collective. She recently worked on the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth games, where she covered rugby, cricket, and of course, netball.   Jess has the knowledge and the expertise to make her a powerful voice in the world of women’s sports, and the purpose and passion to make her a unique presence in the climate change and sustainability industry. SPEAKING TOPICS - Sports, including Netball - TV Presenting - Sport Presenting - Sustainability and the Environment Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book sport and sustainability speaker Jess Rogers for your corporate event. Contact us.

In 1989, Jo was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. She believed there had to be another option available to her than the steroid treatment she was offered so set about researching natural ways to heal her body. It was during this time she met herbalist, Gerald Green who taught Jo about nutritional healing. Contact Great British Speakers today to book health & wellness speaker, host Jo Wood for your next event.   After her Crohn’s diagnosis,  Jo's love of the health and wellness lifestyle blossomed.  Jo started by changing the foods she ate and  learnt everything she could about organic farming – her passion for all things organic quickly turned to products she used on her skin. Jo Wood Beauty Entrepreneur Struggling to find organic and natural beauty products that not only looked great, but that actually performed on the skin, Jo took matters into her own hands and launched Jo Wood Organics in 2006, which then went on to launch in USA and Canada. Before launching her organic beauty range, Jo was a model, achieving almost immediate success after being crowned the The Sun’s Face of ’72. She worked as a model until she met Rolling Stones musician Ronnie Wood in 1977, they married in 1985.  During their time together, Jo worked as his PA, as well as styling him for stage and photoshoots. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Jo Wood for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Jodie Jackson is a TEDx London speaker, and founder of the News Literacy Network. She is also the bestselling author of You Are What You Read: Why Changing Your Media Diet Can Change the World (2022), and the children's book Little Ruffle and The World Beyond (2020). Contact Great British Speakers today to book media & journalism speaker Jodie Jackson for your next event. Jodie Jackson has devoted the last ten years to researching the damaging impact of the negativity bias in the news on our mental health and the health of our society, as well as investigating the impact of solutions-focussed journalism. She has a Master's in Positive Psychology, and her widely-cited research has made her an influential figure within the movement for 'Constructive Journalism'. Jodie writes for established and emerging news platforms; speaks on panels with leading thinkers, academics, and journalists; delivers workshops and training to journalists and educators; and regularly speaks at universities, in the media, and at global mental health conferences. [embed]https://vimeo.com/783365075[/embed] Jodie Jackson - Talk Topics - Why changing your media diet can change the world - How to take greater control of your worldview and wellbeing - The power of solutions   Jodie Jackson - 1 Hour Corporate Session In this session, you will discover the profound link between your information diet and mental health. Jodie Jackson has spent over a decade researching the hidden impact of news media on your mindset and emotions. Jodie will show how the excessive negativity bias in the news leads to us being misinformed and disempowered. Using the science of wellbeing and the principles of positive psychology, Jodie will inspire you to create a new relationship with your news and offer practical strategies for a healthier media diet, improved mental health and a greater feeling of personal power. In a world where your attention is highly sought after, learning how to become a gatekeeper for your mind can create positive change in your own life and the in the world around you. Join this session to shift your perspective and create a more informed, optimistic, and empowered you. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book media, news and journalism Speaker Jodie Jackson for your event. Contact us.

Joe Fattorini is known around the world as “Obi Wine Kenobi” the expert presenter on The Wine Show. If you’ve enjoyed wine somewhere between Wick and Whitstable in the UK, Joe was probably involved too, as he’s one of the UK’s leading wine merchants. He has supplied restaurants, celebrities, and even royalty. He has also worked alongside legends such as Sir Alex Ferguson! Today, Joe guides 250 million viewers in 107 countries through The Wine Show, alongside co-presenters Matthew Goode and Matthew Rhys. He has been called “The Attenborough of Oddbins” by The Guardian, and one client said, “you will not find a finer, or funnier, wine speaker”. He has also been featured as the highest placed media figure in the annual 100 Most Influential People in Wine by Drinks Retailing News. Contact Great British Speakers today to book wine expert TV presenter & speaker Joe Fattorini for your next event. Before joining The Wine Show, Joe Fattorini was Director of Sales at Bibendum Wine Ltd, selling to over 1,700 of London’s top hotels, bars, and restaurants. He has spent years talking about wine to audiences of wine-loving golfers across the USA as consultant to the US PGA Tour. In 2017, he won both the International Wine Challenge Personality of the Year, and the international Wine and Spirits Competition’s Wine Communicator of the Year. Across his career, Joe wrote about wine for 14 years as the weekly wine correspondent for The Herald Newspaper. Joe has been involved in a couple of book releases too. On Bordeaux (2021) is a collection of the best bits written by best-loved wine writers, critics, and commentators. This was followed up by On Champagne (2022), a look at the pioneers in the world of champagne, both in the past and present, and the personalities who are nurturing it through climate change to shape the champagnes of the future. Early in his career, he lost six stone, becoming one third of the man he used to be. He now balances the food and wine that comes with his job by competing in Ironman triathlons. This means he has first-hand – if somewhat unscientific – expertise on weight loss. As well as co-presenting The Wine Show, Joe has featured on programmes including Celebrity Mastermind (2016), Royal Recipes (2017-18), Celebrity Eggheads (2018), and Good Morning Britain (2018). He is also the co-presenter of Drinking With Joe and Maya (2023-), a drinks travelogue that has seen them, so far, visit Sweden, England, and South Africa. JOE FATTORINI CORPORATE WORK Joe regularly does events for corporations, ,food and wine festivals, hotels, and restaurants. He has hosted charity events and themed dinners, including a memorable vertical wine tasting of Francis Ford Coppola’s wines in Las Vegas! He is also just as a happy on a smaller scale for more intimate events. Whilst Joe is happy to adapt his corporate approach depending on the client, he often focuses on a few specific aspects: Sales: Work with Joe’s global network to find new routes into the market, and grow those sales channels you already have with proven sales science. Marketing: From the STP of strategy and the 4Ps of tactics, Joe has pioneered a unique online MBA-level marketing course. Work with him to apply those insights with bespoke marketing for your business. Digital: Joe will share the secrets from behind the scenes developing the wine trade’s most innovative e-commerce and social commerce platform, and will help you apply them to your online sales and brand. Communication: Draw on the secrets of the world’s most successful wine television programme, and apply them to your brand, helping you to tell a better story and build better, longer-lasting relationships. [embed]https://vimeo.com/990565687?share=copy[/embed] JOE FATTORINI WINE SPEAKER Joe is a highly sought-after and accomplished speaker, and before each event, he resolves to turn his audience into wine experts. Joe has hosted evenings that mixed expert discussion with anecdotes from his life in wine that left audiences feeling they had been to a comedy show. In fact, he even performed stand-up comedy in 2017 at the legendary Ha Ha Comedy Café in North Hollywood. Joe takes audiences behind the scenes of the wine world, connecting with over 100 million wine lovers, and turning anyone into a wine expert in just 90 seconds. JOE FATTORINI KEYNOTE SPEECHES The Secrets of the Sommelier: Joe takes you behind the best wines and how to enjoy them. He will take you behind the scenes of London’s most exclusive wine merchants, into the cellars of the rich and famous, and around the world with his Wine Show. A History of the World...In Wine: Did you know that President Nixon lied about what he was drinking? That President Reagan had America’s first temperature-controlled fine cellar? Or that Queen Victoria was the world's first wine influencer? Joe is framed for his extraordinary knowledge of the obscure, wonderful, and revealing facts of wine, and he weaves them together in a captivating talk. The Wine Anatomist: Joe dissects the wines that you buy, and explains why you buy them. Drawing on more than 30 years as one of the UK’s top wine merchants, Joe reveals the tips and techniques people use to get you to buy a bottle, from labels to names to numbers. JOE FATTORINI WINE WORKSHOPS Every year, Joe creates three main conference/workshop presentations. For 2024, they are: 1. It’s about taste, not the taste: How you can create irresistible wine marketing by tuning into culture 2. It is the business of the future to be dangerous: What the forgotten people of the past tell us about the way we live today. And how to predict tomorrow. 3. It’s not me. It’s about saying “you”: Five lessons that will transform your communications with customers. To this day, Joe is proud to say that every client he has worked with has rebooked him for another event. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Joe Fattorini to speak at or host your next live event. Contact us.

John Hartson is a Welsh former professional footballer and sports television pundit who is best remembered for his time at Arsenal and Celtic clubs. He won Welsh Footballer of the Year three times and won the PFA Scotland Players' Player of the Year in 2005. In a 15 year career, he made 496 club appearances and won 51 caps for Wales. With his imposing presence and eye for goal, John became a sought-after striker in the Premier League. He broke British records at the age of 19 when Arsenal paid £2.5million, a record fee then for a teenager. He went on to play for West Ham, Wimbledon, Coventry, Celtic and West Bromwich Albion, scoring 203 club goals, in addition to 14 for Wales. John’s world was rocked In 2009, when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Having ignored the signs for a few years, the cancer had spread to his brain. Showing the grit and determination seen on the pitch, John confronted the disease head-on, undergoing chemotherapy and surgery with an impressive resilience. His journey resonated with so many, serving as a beacon of hope for those suffering with a cancer diagnosis. John retired from playing in 2008 after numerous battles with injury but went on to establish himself as a TV pundit, including for Sky Sports, S4C, ITV and BT Sport. He has also dedicated himself to charitable endeavours, including founding The John Hartson Foundation, raising awareness about testicular cancer. John is an engaging and captivating speaker, sharing stories about the world of football, Arsenal and Celtic, dealing with a gambling habit and his battle with cancer. Contact Great British Speakers today to book former footballer, cancer survivor and charity founder John Hartson for your next event. John joined Luton Town FC  at the age of 16 and turned professional in 1992, making his  first team debut as a substitute in a 1–0 League Cup defeat to Cambridge United in August 1993. Two years later and at the age of 19 he joined Arsenal for £2.5 million, a British record fee for a teenage player at the time. He scored his first goal for Arsenal in January 1995, the first of 17 goals for the north London club.  The highlight in John's first season at Arsenal was scoring Arsenal's 75th-minute equaliser in the 1995 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Final against Real Zaragoza, a match that ended 2-1 to the Spanish side. John Hartson | Honours Arsenal UEFA Cup Winners' Cup runner-up: 1994–95 Celtic Scottish Premier League: 2001–02, 2003–04, 2005–06 Scottish Cup: 2003–04, 2004–05 Scottish League Cup: 2005–06 Individual Welsh Footballer of the Year: 1998, 2001, 2003 PFA Scotland Players' Player of the Year: 2005 SFWA Footballer of the Year: 2005 FAI International Personality: 2016 John Hartson Foundation Following his own battle with cancer, John founded The John Hartson Foundation in 2010, a charitable organization which aims to raise awareness about testicular cancer and support those affected by the disease. The foundation's work includes funding initiatives for early cancer detection, providing support to patients and their families throughout their cancer journey, and raising awareness about the importance of regular check-ups and early intervention. Through various fundraising events, partnerships, and community outreach programs, the John Hartson Foundation endeavors to make a positive impact on individuals and communities affected by testicular cancer. It also aims to encourage people to take proactive steps towards maintaining their health. John Hartson | Books John published  John Hartson: The Autobiography." in 2010, a book which tells the story of his life, both on and off the football pitch. He delves into various aspects of his personal and professional journey, offering insights into his upbringing, early struggles, rise to football stardom, and the challenges he faced along the way. One of the central themes of the book is John's battle with testicular cancer. Why book John Hartson? John's name is synonymous with courage, resilience, and the unbeatable human spirit. The story he tells is a reminder that no matter the obstacles we face, with perseverance and determination, we can emerge stronger on the other side. He provides a beacon of hope to those with cancer and the family of those suffering. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book former Celtic and Arsenal footballer, cancer survivor and charity founder John Hartson for your next event.  Contact us.

From climbing mountains to swimming lakes, running global races and battling cancer six times, Jonathan Acott has learned invaluable lessons along the way about the importance of pragmatism, positivity, and taking ownership of one’s situation. And now, he applies these lessons to motivate and inspire others to get the most out of life. Jonathan makes an inspirational, engaging, professional and warming speaker, MC or event host. His story is one of resilience and triumph over adversity, thriving in the face of challenges, and feeling empowered to overcome anything life may throw your way. Contact Great British Speakers today to book motivational speaker Jonathan Acott for your next event. Jonathan Acott is an empathetic, engaging, knowledgeable and impactful motivational speaker. With his dynamic personality and innovative approach, each speaking engagement is tailored to the specific client and audience. A seasoned speaker, he is known for his authentic, raw and genuine approach to presenting. Whilst cancer was his origin story, his talks don’t dwell on it; they are positive, uplifting and inspirational talks focussed on what can be achieved both physically and mentally. He tells his story of surviving six cancers (initially testicular which relapsed four times, as well as a bowel cancer) and living with multiple treatments and surgeries, a breakdown and other mental health challenges with humour and candour, recounting the highs and lows and all the lessons he’s learned along the way. He transforms the lives of audiences by talking, not just about illness, but how you can make the most of yourself to live a life less ordinary. Jonathan Acott -  speaker, coach, mentor, host, presenter Jonathan three main services: speaker, coach/mentor, and host/presenter. Speaker: From C-Suite to team bonding, a running event to a charity, Jonathan delivers an impactful and inspiring talk to your audience. Coach/Mentor: Athletes have used coaches for years, why should you be any different? Using his four pillars of coaching philosophy – ownership, dreams, action, coping – he works to set your goals and hold you accountable to them. Host/Presenter: With his broad background in education and experience, and a confident easy-going delivery style, Jonathan is the perfect choice to host your event. Jonathan Acott - Speaking Topics - Resilience - Motivation - Inspiration - Mental Health - Physical Health - Cancer - Fitness/Exercise - Mindset   Jonathan Acott speaks on a number of topics, but his most popular talk focusses on resilience, motivation, mindset, and attitude, with touches of his cancer and mental health journey. Jonathan Acott - Talk Deliverables - A dose of reality and pragmatism - Lessons borne out of a hard life that can be taken and applied to your own - Entertaining sessions with a powerful message of hope and optimism - How to be more pragmatic, resilient and accountable   Jonathan Acott has climbed some of the highest mountains, both literally and metaphorically, swum lakes, run marathons and ultra-marathons, and lives his life to be the best version of himself, physically and mentally, and he shares how you can do the same in your personal or work life. His talks are attended by people of all ages and backgrounds and from a variety of industries. A passionate approach combined with an outside-the-box perspective and unique story. Jonathan Acott will help you see things in a different way and leave you inspired. Clients include Bournemouth University, KHWS, Salomon, University of Surrey, Wiser, and WWF. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book inspirational speaker Jonathan Acott for your corporate event. Contact us.

Jonnie Peacock MBE is a 2x Paralympic gold medallist, 2x World Championship gold medallist, and 2x European Championship gold medallist in the 100m T44. Jonnie’s first Paralympic title came at the London 2012 games, often considered the greatest summer in British athletics history, alongside medallists including Mo Farah, Greg Rutherford and Jessica Ennis-Hill. His title defence came at the Rio Olympics in 2016, where he ran a record-breaking time of 10.81 seconds. His sporting achievements saw him made an MBE in the 2013 New Year's Honours List. His personal story of disability and impressive sporting achievements make Jonnie one of the most inspirational sporting speakers on the circuit today. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Paralympian Jonnie Peacock for your next event. At five years old, Jonnie Peacock contracted Meningitis which killed the tissue in his right leg which led to a below-knee amputation. Whilst warned that this disability would impact him for the rest of his life, Jonnie showed his fighting spirit from the very start, determined it wouldn’t hinder him and even went on to compete against able-bodied children during school sports days. He ran his first international race at the Paralympic World Cup in May 2012, and set a new record at the United States Paralympic trials. He then went from a relatively unknown athlete to a globally recognised sportsman at the London Olympics. He has since had rivalries with the likes of US sprinter Richard Browne, who he would go on to beat at the 2013 World Championships and the 2014 European Championships. He would go on to defend his titles at the 2016 European Championships and Paralympics. Johnnie competed at the 2024 Paris games where he took home a Silver Medal as part of the 4x100m universal relay; he came 5th in his individual 100m race. Jonnie Peacock Charity Work Jonnie has often spoken about his passion for helping others and using his position to shine the spotlight and deserving charities. Unsurprisingly, the charity closest to his heart is Meningitis Research UK, where he is a patron, but he has also helped Comic Relief and Stand Up TO Cancer. In 2017, Jonnie started working alongside Parasport – an online hub ‘designed to empower disabled people with the information they need to become more physically active’. Jonnie believes that physical activity transformed his life and mental health in many ways and gave him “the confidence to try new things”. Jonnie Peacock Media Work Since bursting onto the scene in 2012, Jonnie has become a popular TV personality, appearing on a range of entertainment and news programmes, as well as several documentaries. In 2017, he was a contestant on the 15th series of Strictly Come Dancing, where he was the first amputee to compete on the show. He was eliminated in week eight of the competition. He has also appeared as a guest on Celebrity Juice (2012), The Crystal Maze (2016), The Big Fat Quiz of Everything (2017), Who Do You Think You Are? (2018), Celebrity Chase (2018), Would I Lie To You (2018), and Taskmaster (2022). He has spoken on news programming, including The One Show (2017-2018), Lorraine (2018-2020), and Tonight Live with Dan Wootton (2021). Whilst not an actor, Jonnie did appear in a 2021 episode of Hollyoaks, where he was seen comforting a character after a recent amputation. Jonnie starred in the documentary, Who I Am: Jonnie Peacock in 2019, which took a look at his childhood, his amputation, and his achievements to date. In 2020, Jonnie had his own Netflix documentary entitled Rising Phoenix, which looked into the stories of past and present Paralympians. The following year, he hosted his own TV show, Jonnie’s Blade Camp for Channel 4, in which he helped five young amputees through a training course. Jonnie Peacock Speaking Topics - Sports - Athletics - London Olympics 2012 - Motivation - Disability - Overcoming Adversity - Disability Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book inspirational paralympic athlete Jonnie Peacock for your corporate event. Contact us.

Karen Hauer is best known in the UK for being the longest standing female professional dancer on the popular BBC show Strictly Come Dancing (2004-). She has a number of dance titles to her name including World Mambo Champion in 2008 and Professional American Rhythm Rising Star Champion in 2009. Born in Venezuela, Karen didn’t start dancing until she moved to New York at age 8, where she studied at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance and The High School of Performing Arts, where she majored in ballet and contemporary dance before going on to study ballroom and Latin. She is also a trained fitness instructor and health and wellbeing enthusiast. She runs her own online exercise and dance classes, and is as comfortable performing in a virtual space as a live one. Contact Great British Speakers today to book professional dancer Karen Hauer for your next event. Karen has been partnered on Strictly… with household names including Nicky Byrne, Dave Myers, Mark Wright, Jeremy Vine, Will Young, Simon Rimmer, Charles Venn, Greg Wise, Chris Ramsey – who she reached the 2019 semi-final with – and Jamie Laing, with whom she reached the 2020 final. She also partnered – and won – with Lutalo Muhammad in the 2016 Children in Need special and Ainsley Harriot for the Christmas special of the same year. Before appearing on the BBC show, she appeared on the American show So You Think You Can Dance (2005-). Karen has been involved in numerous live dance tours, including 'Strictly Come Dancing Live! Tour' several times, either with a celebrity partner or as an additional dancer, she then had a sell-out tour in 2017 with her then-husband Kevin Clifton.  In 2018, she was a principal dancer for the touring live dance show Burn the Floor, and in 2019 Karen and fellow dancer Gorka Marquez performed at the ‘Dancing With the Stars Weekend’ at Donahey’s holiday breaks. In 2020, Karen and Gorka announced they would be touring a new production, Firedance, but unfortunately, this was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, so was rescheduled for 2022. Karen has combined her qualifications in fitness and her love of dancing to create her own online, equipment-free workout programmed ‘Hauer Power’. She hosts regular online fitness sessions, dance classes, resistance training, Pilates and yoga. Her love of fitness has meant she is a good choice for wellness campaigns; she is the face of Sports England’s This Girl Can campaign, a loyal brand ambassador for Re: Nourish, FRE Skincare and Barebells, and has partnered with Reebok, Special K and Battersea Dogs & Cats. With several dance titles to her name, Karen has an amazing presence, energy and enthusiasm and is one of the most popular dancers on the current circuit. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Strictly Come Dancing Professional Karen Hauer for your corporate event. Contact us.

Referee Karl Dickson is a globally acclaimed figure in the sports industry, known for his roles as a professional Rugby Union referee and a former England and Harlequins player. The pinnacle of his career came in 2023 when he officiated the quarter-final of the Rugby World Cup between Wales and Argentina, before serving as the assistant referee in the final between New Zealand and South Africa. Karl is an well known figure on the speaking circuit, for both keynote and After Dinner Speaking on Confidence, Communication, Resilience, High-Performance Contact Great British Speakers today to book Rugby Union Referee Speaker Karl Dickson for your next event. Karl Dickson’s rugby career started as a player when at Barnard Castle School, before graduating from the Bedford Blues Academy System. In 2004 he was promoted to their senior team, making over 100 appearances before joining Harlequins in 2009. He would continue play for them until 2017, when he announced his retirement from professional rugby playing. During this time, he also played for the England Squad, appearing in the 2012 Six Nations and their South Africa tour. But his time on a rugby pitch didn’t end there. He made his refereeing debut at the Reigate School 7s in 2014 whilst gaining his qualifications. In May 2017, it was announced he would join the Rugby Football Union’s Professional Game Match Officials Team (PGMOT), and he made his international refereeing debut in October 2020. Karl’s unique perspective from playing and refereeing, gives him an unparalleled understanding of the sport, and it’s this dual insight which has contributed to his popularity in the rugby community. This experience also makes him a popular choice to speak at sporting events. KARL DICKSON - SPEAKING TOPICS - Pressure: Making a split-second decision in front of thousands of people can have a major impact, not only on the game, but on your wellbeing too. Hear how Karl copes with this level of pressure. - Physical/Mental Health: Sporting referees are often under intense scrutiny and judgements which can have a negative impact on your mental health. You also have to be as fit as the rugby players themselves to keep up with the match. Karl discusses how he managed his physical and mental health throughout his career. - Setbacks/Adversity: Karl provides an honest account on his setbacks obtained through playing and refereeing rugby. - Teamwork: A fundamental in today’s rugby game is a high-performing team; everyone must have trust and accountability, and that goes for the referee too. - Resilience: Like everyone, Karl’s career has not been without mistakes. Here he provides a candid account on his resilient nature and how it allows him to progress in his role. - High Performance: Manging two high-performing teams and being part of a high-performing refereeing team requires Karl to be at the top of his game. Karl talks about what this takes as a referee and as a player. - Communication: Karl’s communication on and off the field has to be clear, concise, and consistent. Karl provides techniques and methods that help him work in high-pressured environments. - Confidence: Being confident in your own skills and your own choices is the only way Karl is respected in the game. He stands by his decisions, but he is confident enough to review and admit when he is wrong. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book rugby player and referee Karl Dickson to speak at your next live event or corporate video. Contact us.

Kathryn Burn is best known for making it to the final of the 2022 series of The Apprentice, eventually losing out on Lord Alan Sugar’s investment to Harpreet Kaur. But this was not her first foray into the world of reality television. In 2017, she appeared on The Island with Bear Grylls. Even though she did not win the show, Kathryn has become a fan favourite, and is now a popular television personality and content creator, whilst still maintaining that entrepreneurial spirit. ​Contact Great British Speakers today to book The Apprentice entrepreneur Kathryn Burn for your next event. Kathryn Burn never lost her love for business, and even though she may not have received Lord Alan Sugar’s investment, she relaunched her pyjama business Pyjamily with her latest collection selling out almost instantly, alongside sister brand My Christmas Pyjamas. Whilst she wants to learn more and help her business to grow, Kathryn is also passionate about inspiring other young potential entrepreneurs. She provides tips and an insight into her private and professional life to her almost 100,000 social media following. She likes to show that you can be a serious businesswoman whilst having outside interests – such as fitness, travel, music and property. She has appeared on national radio programmes, including for BBC Radio Wiltshire, and was also a regular guest on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch, where she discussed topics frrom fashion to finance. She has also made appearances on BBC Network Radio where she aired her opinions on new Apprentice episodes. Kathryn has also travelled to schools across the country offering business and media advice. Before her time as a fully qualified mortgage advisor, Kathryn knew very little about mortgages but soon learned the importance of financial education at a young age. She provides motivational talks and workshops in school, offering them business and inspirational advice. She is keen to inspire and motivate young entrepreneurs, and teach them that you can achieve success without following a conventional route. She is passionate about female business owners, and tries to steer young female entrepreneurs so they do not feel intimidated by this industry of men. Kathryn Burn Speaking Topics - The Apprentice - Female Business Owner - Entrepreneur - Reality TV Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book The Apprentice star Kathryn Burn for your corporate event. Contact us.

Katie Piper is a bestselling international author, inspirational speaker, TV presenter, acid attack survivor, and charity campaigner. Katie made the decision to share her story in a remarkable film for the Cutting Edge strand on Channel 4 called Katie: My Beautiful Face. The documentary was watched by over 3.5 million people, and was nominated for Best Single Documentary at the 2010 BAFTA Television Awards. She was appointed an OBE in 2022 as part of the New Years Honours, recognised for her services to charity and to victims of burns and other disfigurement injuries. She is an experienced speaker and advocate who has travelled the world sharing her story. Through her speaking engagements, she aims to empower individuals to unlock their potential, overcome challenges, and foster a mindset of growth and self-compassion. Contact Great British Speakers today to book author, TV presenter celebrity, and inspirational speaker, Katie Piper to host your next event. Katie Piper OBE is an icon of her generation; she has been changing the landscape in the world of beauty for over a decade. She was the first woman with visible differences to appear in TV and billboard adverts for brands such as L’Oreal, and La Roche Posay. Over a decade ago, she set up the charity The Katie Piper Foundation to help people with burns and scars to reconnect with their lives and their communities. Simon Cowell supported Katie by becoming the patron and remains actively involved to date. The charity's vision is a world where scars do not limit a person's function, social inclusion or sense of wellbeing. The charity achieved Katie’s dream to provide the first rehabilitation centre in the UK for people with life altering burns and scarring. Katie Piper | TV and Radio Katie hosts her own ITV1 show The Katie Piper Breakfast Show which is in its third series, is a regular panellist on ITV1’s Loose Women, and is one of the key faces of the W Channel with her hit series Katie Piper’s Jailhouse Mums. Other TV credits include: Never Seen a Doctor for C4 where she helped people overcome their fears around medical procedures and guided them on their journey back to good health. The Death of Aimee Spencer for the Crime and Punishment strand on ITV1, C4’s Famous and Fighting Crime where she trained as a special in the police force. Katie Piper’s Face to Face where she invited women with facial conditions to London’s Harvey Nichols for makeovers with makeup artists who shared the same facial condition. Presented three series of Body Shockers for C4 where she met people planning major body modifications and introduced them to someone who had already had the modification done and regretted it. She appeared in the 2018 series of Strictly Come Dancing; partnered with professional dancer Gorka Marquez, she was the third contestant to be eliminated. She is also an experienced radio presenter having covered the Early Morning Breakfast Show and the Michael Ball Show on BBC Radio 2. Katie Piper | Inspirational Speaker Katie is an experienced keynote speaker and advocate and has told her inspiring story to audiences at many public shows. Her corporate credits include appearing at events such as WE Day, Women’s Health Live, Letters Live at the Royal Albert Hall, and the Cosmopolitan Self Made Summit. Corporate clients include Google, Facebook, L'Oréal, Barclays, the NHS, and NatWest, as well as for companies across Europe, the USA, and the Middle East. She is passionate about inspiring audiences around the world. From conferences to corporate events, she share insights on resilience, personal empowerment, and embracing change. Her new keynote talk The Answers to Happiness gives the audience inspiration and motivation to overcome any of life’s challenges. Katie Piper | Brand Partnerships Katie has partnered with a number of brands to create her own range of products including My Babiie to create a range of buggies, changing mats and changing bags under the range name Believe. She is also the face of a number of beauty brands including Pantene. She has been featured in campaigns that celebrate inclusivity and diversity, using her platform on social media – where she boasts 2 million+ followers – to challenge traditional beauty standards and promote empowerment. Her role as a Pantene ambassador complements her broader advocacy for self-acceptance and resilience, aligning with her personal journey of overcoming significant challenge Katie Piper | Bestselling Author Katie has also written a number of bestselling non-fiction books, including: - Beautiful: A Beautiful Girl, An Evil Man. One Inspiring True Story of Courage (2011) - Things Get Better (2012) - Beautiful Ever After (2014) - Start Your Day With Katie: 365 Affirmations For a Year of Positive Thinking (2015) - Confidence: The Secret (2017) - From Mother to Daughter: The Things I’d Tell My Child (2018) - Confidence: The Journal: Your Year of Positive Thinking (2018) - A Little Bit of Faith: Hopeful Affirmations For Every Day of the Year (2021) - A Little Bit of Hope: 100 Affirmations For Positive Living (2022) - Still Beautiful: On Age, Beauty and Owning Your Space (2025)   She has also published a children’s picture book series titled ‘A Teeny Mouse Adventure’, consisting of All You Need (2023), and Together We Are Stronger (2024) She has launched her own imprint The UnSeen, a brand new literary imprint that’s putting those who were previously ‘unheard’ at the forefront. Katie has also contributed regular columns to Reveal Magazine, and Now Magazine, and has appeared in the Sunday Mirror and the Sunday People. To book inspirational speaker Katie Piper to host or present for events worldwide contact Great British Speakers +44 1753 439 289

Katie Taylor is the founder and CEO of The Latte Lounge, creator of The Midlife Festival, a menopause consultant, as well as a podcast host, author and speaker. The Latte Lounge is an online platform for women over 40, created to help women in midlife, supporting them to thrive at home and in the workplace. After suffering for four years with misdiagnosed symptoms of perimenopause, Katie Taylor was inspired to create the Latte Lounge.  This was in 2016. The invaluable community now supports more than 80,000 women with evidence-based information about women's health. The Latte Lounge also hosts a variety of events, including a hero event ‘The Midlife Festival’, which in 2022 saw more than 13,000 women register to join. Katie Taylor regularly appears in the national media, speaking about menopause, perimenopause and the experiences of women in the midlife. She is the host of The Midlife and Menopause Uncovered Podcast which launched in 2023 and hit 70,000 downloads in just five episodes. Katie's new book, Midlife Matters, will be published by Dorling Kindersley on March 6th in the UK and March 18th in the USA. To hire high-profile menopause campaigner and Latte Lounge founder Katie Taylor for your next business event contact Great British Speakers today Latest News from Katie! Katies new book, 'Midlife Matters'  is now available to pre-order from DK and other sellers Katie was 43 when she began to struggle with low mood, low energy, brain fog and anxiety, which replaced her usual bubbly, outgoing and capable self. Struggling with insomnia, Katie spent  four years trying to function on little sleep and the symptoms forced her to give up three jobs in that period Misdiagnosed and given antidepressants, the symptoms persisted for four years after which she was finally diagnosed as experiencing perimenopause and advised to start HRT immediately. Straight away Katie set up a Facebook group and The Latte Lounge, a safe space for women over 40 where she could share her story and help others experiencing similar symptoms. The Latte Lounge is a confidential space for midlife women to connect online and gain access and signposting to a range of health and wellbeing experts. Katie Taylor has a special interest in perimenopause and menopause support in the workplace and offers events, policy/guideline writing and a consultancy service for organisations who want to improve menopause support at work. In 2021 Katie supported the menopause All-Party-Parliamentary-Group and the Government’s Women’s Health initiative, providing oral and written evidence to help ensure that menopause was a focus of the new women’s health strategy. In March 2023 Katie was invited to Downing Street to meet with the Women's Health Ambassador Professor Dame Lesley Regan and Maria Caulfield MP to discuss the new 10 year Women's Health Strategy. Katie returned to Downing Street in the autumn of 2023 to host a menopause in the workplace talk with the No 10 staff. . Katie Taylor is proud to be part of the #MakeMenopauseMatter campaign team, founded by Diane Danzebrink, another woman who experienced early menopause and a lack of support. Previously to The Latte Lounge, Katie spent her career in charity communications, fundraising & event management. She lives in London with her husband and is mum to four children. Kate Taylor Awards and Recognition Katie Taylor has received a number of accolades for her work raising awareness and supporting women. In 2018, she received the Work Avenue Entrepreneur of The Year. The following year she was the Mpower Community Award Winner. In that same year she was on the About Time Magazine Top 10 Women to Watch list,  and was shortlisted for Digital Women 2021 Awards. Katie Taylor Speaking Topics Menopause in the workplace Why is menopause a business issue? Midlife, Menopause and Beyond The Sandwich Generation Women's Health Matters Midlife, Menopause and Me Midlife Matters Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book menopause campaigner Katie Taylor for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Kay Crewdson has spent over 15 years working in television and radio, across the BBC, working as a producer, journalist, broadcaster, presenter and meteorologist. Kay Crewdson Miscarriage Speaker Since losing her own baby in 2017, Kay Crewdson became an ambassador and then Media Director for the national charity CRADLE, who help support health workers and bereaved parents who are receiving care following the loss of their baby. Her aim in the company is to spread the CRADLE word, for the charity to be talked about on the radio, on TV, online and in the press. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Presenter and Miscarriage Charity Supporter Kay Crewdson for your next event. Kay Crewdson did most of her media work for the BBC, leaving in 2017 after the miscarriage of her baby son. Upon leaving, she produced and presented a radio documentary called The Emptiness Within, with her close friend Steve. The aim of the documentary? To get the conversation about miscarriage started. To force people to listen to the harsh reality of losing a baby and to educate those who have no idea how to act when a loved one experiences such loss. The Miscarriage Association report that roughly 250,000 couples every year in the UK experience a miscarriage, and yet the subject is still seen by many to be a taboo, which infuriates Kay, who believes that action must be taken regarding the social denial around the subject. Because of this, she presents an in-depth journey into the physical process or a miscarriage but also it’s psychological and social effects. “I wanted to make the documentary to get people talking about the subject of miscarriage. In 2018, it really shouldn’t be a topic that remains shrouded in mystery – almost as if it’s a taboo. I wanted the documentary to resonate with others, many of whom have suffered in silence; and for those who have never experienced miscarriage, both male and female, who really have no idea what it’s like. When it happened to me, I felt empty, both emotionally and physically. It’s a feeling that all of the contributors I spoke to expressed when sharing their stories, and I want to thank them for taking the brave step to talk so openly about their experiences.” The documentary was very well received and won the pair a gold award at the International Broadcasting Awards, silver at the New York Radio Awards, a radio Oscar and high commendations at industry events. Kay has since gone on to speak about miscarriage at health and wellbeing events, as well as becoming Media Director for CRADLE, a charity that supports parents who are receiving care during or following baby loss. KAYE CREWDSON SPEAKING TOPICS - Pregnancy - Miscarriage - TV Presenting Kay is informative, passionate and confident in talking about hard-hitting topics such as pregnancy and miscarriage, and it’s after effects, to all audiences, providing ways to manage their own potential baby loss and to support others. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Parenting & Miscarriage Speaker Kay Crewdson for your corporate event. Contact us.

Kelly Armatage is a coach, trained counsellor, cognitive behavioural therapist, TEDx speaker and the inventor of the cognitive tool, The A.S.K Technique. She has facilitated over 15,000 seminars, 1:1 sessions, and therapy clinics in the UK, USA and Middle East. She is a media favourite, having appeared in The Huffington Post, The Sunday Express, and Women’s Health magazine, to name a few. Throughout her 20+ year career, Kelly’s mission has been the same, “to help alleviate suffering through internationally acclaimed therapy tools, courses, sessions and seminars”. Contact Great British Speakers today to book behavioural coach Kelly Armatage for your next event. Like most successful entrepreneurs, Kelly Armatage’s spark came from her personal situation. By the time she had turned 30, she had endured a difficult childhood, two nervous breakdowns, two car accidents, panic attacks, depression, and divorce. She was working in Bahrain in the corporate sector when she realised that high-flying CEOs and Directors kept confiding in her about their private thoughts and worries. She used this and flew with it, finding an opportunity to help others as well as herself. Over the following five years, she undertook deep therapy, and trained for qualifications in cognitive behavioural therapy, coaching, and psychotherapy. It was still in Bahrain that she opened up Kelly Armatage Inc, the first licensed therapy clinic in the region. Over the years, she has observed unique patterns of healing behaviours; combined with her years of research, she developed the A.S.K Technique, a three-step cognitive and trauma tool used to change negative habits. After 14 years abroad (in the Middle East and New York), Kelly moved back to the UK, where she provides help to alleviate suffering through her internationally acclaimed tools. A popular face in the media, Kelly has appeared on the BBC, GB News, Fox News, and Sirius XM as well as contributing to Time Out, Psychology Today, The Daily Mail, The Mirror, and The Independent.   KELLY ARMATAGE - SPEAKING TOPICS - Psychological Pay-Offs: The Secret to Success - Emotional Intelligence; The Key to a Happy Life - Conflict Resolution and Assertive Communication: Fundamental Skills for Happy and Health Personal and Professional Relationships - Mindset Rewiring: How Cognitive Restructuring Can Change Your Life Experience - The Psychology of Habits: Why Do Humans Do What They Do? - 3 Steps to Change: Learn a 3 Step Cognitive Tool to Use For Any Life Issue - Inner Cupid: A Talk on Self Love - Warrior: How to Transcend a Victim Mentality Kelly is recognised as an internationally esteemed thought leader, therapist and coach, having presented TEDx talks and written for some of the globe’s biggest publications. Her unique expertise makes her a captivating, inspirational, and empowering keynote speaker and masterclass host. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book therapist and thought leader Kelly Armatage for your corporate event. Contact us.

Lauren Mahon is a broadcaster, presenter, writer and charity campaigner, best known for working alongside the late Deborah James – known as BowelBabe – on the You Me & The Big C podcast. Whether you knew her as the feisty, relatable girl inexplicably unlucky in love on Channel 4’s First Dates Hotel, or as one-third of the trio kicking cancer’s arse on the BBC Podcast, one thing is for certain: influencer and charity campaigner Lauren Mahon is an inspiration and a force to be reckoned with. How do you begin to describe the achievements of a self-made female boss who took a devastating cancer diagnosis and: - Turned it into an online platform with a following of hundreds of thousands; - Started a fundraising community that raises significant amounts of money that goes directly to help fellow cancer sufferers; - Created a successful merchandise company, and - Helped make cancer a subject ripe for discussion. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Breast Cancer Survivor, speaker and Writer Lauren Mahon for your next event. Lauren Mahon - Podcast 'You, Me & The Big C' with Deborah James Since her breast cancer diagnosis in 2016, Lauren Mahon has achieved so much. Her award-winning number one BBC5 Live Podcast You, Me & The Big C alongside Deborah James and Rachael Bland won Gold for Best New Show at the 2018 Gold Aria Awards and Best Podcast at the BBC Music and Radio Awards. At the end of 2022, the Institute of Cancer Research London awarded Lauren (and posthumously her two co-hosts) with an honorary doctorate in medical science to recognise their contribution in raising awareness of living with cancer and the importance of proper cancer research. Lauren was very close friends with her podcast co-hosts and appeared in the documentary, Dame Deborah James: The Last Dance, which aired in 2022 after the death of Dame Deborah James (BowelBabe). Being the only original podcaster left, Lauren aims to make sure Deborah’s work doesn’t stop because of her passing. “Having relationships with people with cancer is really hard because you lose people. There are people and there’s Deborah, and I can’t help but be incredibly grateful that I had her at all. I just loved her so much. We need to keep raising money because we can’t lose any more Debs.” Lauren appeared on BBC Breakfast (49:07-53:43) on 30th January 2023 to announce the podcast would be coming to an end, with a one-off, live audience special, filmed alongside Rachael's widower Steve. Together, the two of them interviewed family members - including Deborah's siblings - medical professionals, and members of the cancer community on their journey with the illness, and to recognise how the podcast has changed the national conversation around cancer. Lauren Mahon - Cancer Charity Fundraising She has masterminded the design and distribution of a range of slogan t-shirts, aka. TIT-TEES, raising over £60,000 for her chosen charities, culminating in a landmark collaboration with high-street store Miss Selfridge. Her experience also led her to start up her own charity GIRLvsCANCER, which has since grown into an established community helping support those touched by cancer. Lauren won the Inspirational Founder of the Year award at the Stylist LIVE Retail Awards, the Triumph Award at the Inaugural Stylist Remarkable Women Awards in 2019 and a prestigious Webby Award in New York, an award voted for by the public. Lauren Mahon - Media work Lauren has featured on a number of television shows including BBC Breakfast, Stand Up To Cancer, The One Show, BBC London and talkRADIO, talking to millions of people about her life experiences; from cancer to dating, to fashion and beauty and everything in between. In 2018, she co-presented the radio show Up All Night, and can be heard as a regular contributor on The Sarah Brett Show on BBC 5Live. Lauren Mahon - Corporate work She has worked alongside high-profile clients including Bloom & Wild, Campo Viejo, Debenhams, Flash Pack, Olympus, Pai Skincare, Pantene, Pretty Little Things, Warehouse, and Wayfair. Alongside her podcast co-hosts (both sadly no longer with us), Lauren has spoken at events for BAFTA, Estee Lauder and at Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival, and has been featured in The Sun, The Guardian and the Independent, plus Red, Glamour, Elle, Grazia and Look magazines, all wanting to tell their readers about the inspirational young women who have turned a devastating diagnosis into a positive force for change. As well as being part of the Cancer podcast, she created her own hilarious blog titled ‘Girl vs Cancer’, where she writes candidly and honestly about her cancer. In 2020, she announced her blog was being made into an upcoming TV Series about surviving breast cancer. Lauren Mahon - On female health As well as her cancer story, Lauren is passionate about discussing other female health problems such as endometriosis – which she struggled through in her earlier years – to her cancer treatment putting her into a menopause in her thirties. “Nobody talks about the menopause – about the way it has the capacity to morph you into a different person.” Lauren Mahon - Speaking assignments She has spoken at The Podcast Show, appeared on the virtual Q&A ‘Chemo Brain: Cancer & Mental Health’ for Youth Cancer Europe, and has appeared on a number of podcasts including Power Hour, Katie Piper’s Extraordinary People, Happiful and Together Against Breast Cancer. Lauren Mahon - Speaking Topics - Breast Cancer - Bowel Cancer and BowelBabe (the late Deborah James) - Menopause - Entrepreneurship - Mental Health and Wellbeing - Grief Lauren is charismatic, knowledgeable, funny, sympathetic and approachable; she is a real girl-next-door making a huge difference. She is empowering and inspires her audience through public speaking, radio and TV work, article writing and event hosting. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Breast Cancer Survivor and Charity Fundraiser Lauren Mahon for your corporate event.  Contact us.

Lauren Vaknine is a master holistic health & life coach, writer, campaigner, blogger and motivational speaker. As a leading voice in wellness in the UK, Lauren uses the experience and knowledge she gained during her 3-decade long journey from severe disability to complete wellness to help people heal and transform their lives. She does this by using a range of holistic healing arts in a unique, whole-person approach that combines health optimisation, emotional alchemy, mental healing & spiritual development. Lauren has appeared in many major news outlets, spoken on stages worldwide, been a guest on some of the world's most successful podcasts, and supported celebrities and high-level executives in their holistic healing and living journeys. She is an expert in all things holistic healing and living. See Lauren Vaknine's TEDx talk, Breaking Barriers: My Story of Healing from Severe Disability https://youtu.be/GMvehP3K1Is   Contact Great British Speakers today to book holistic women's health coach, Lauren Vaknine for your next event.     Lauren Vaknine: Wellness Events Lauren has spoken at events for both the UK and European parliaments, hospitals, conferences, meditation and yoga retreats and corporate educational days. She most recently held a talk at the 'Get Well Show' in London (2022). Lauren has given talks at Parliamentary events, Health and hospital conferences, Conferences for integrated health, Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place, Big Retreat Festival, Verve Festival, MindBodySpirit, Natural Health Care Show, Health Optimisation Summit. Lauren is due to speak at a HEAL/GAIA event in Colorado in November 2025 alongside Dr Shefali, Peter Crone, Gregg Braden and other wellness experts. [embed]https://vimeo.com/726690334[/embed]   At The Big Retreat festival (2023) in Wales, Lauren hosted an open life coaching Q&A as well as an ancestral healing workshop, and at the Mind Body Spirit Festival (2023) in London, she was asked to give a talk about how to prepare for a more manageable menopause based on her reputation around PREVENTION. ''A preventative approach to health is KEY, and we all have a responsibility to put our FUTURE wellbeing first!'' Her talks are educational yet interactive, motivational and inspirational. Everything Lauren speaks about is from personal experience which gives audiences an instant connection to her. Lauren Vaknine: Keynote Topics ·  Onset of dis-ease is the ultimate wake-up call: we often find that it’s only when people are faced with a diagnosis that they feel driven enough to make essential changes. These changes end up leading us to be even healthier and happier than before our diagnosis ·  If you want to heal one part of you, you must heal the whole self; a new framework for healing: learning from Lauren's journey that tackling just the physical healing rarely works. Learning how to work through a mind-body-spirit approach to healing is what gives us long-term results ·  Preventative medicine is the key to a healthier future: millions of people suffer in the same way Lauren did, but through her journey, she teaches that there are ways to prevent the onset of dis-ease, we need the education on it ·  Optimising health & life for high performance: there are simple daily methods we can implement to increase vitality, longevity, higher intelligence and improved focus & productivity ·  Energetics / quantum theory with healing: we are quantum, magnetic beings. How do our thoughts, feelings and emotions play into our health? ·  Healing is possible / healing the unhealable: my journey has taught me that against all odds, most people can heal themselves ·  From Disability to Complete Wellness; How Lauren Vaknine Healed After 27 Years of Autoimmunity:  Lauren's journey of disability to wellness seemed impossible, but offers hope to those in the most dire health situations   Lauren Vaknine: Author/Writer Her natural health and parenting-related articles have been published in Huffington Post, Sunday Times, Natural Health, Top Sante, Health & Homeopathy, Simile, Arthritis Digest, Healthista and Scary Mommy, plus her story has been featured in numerous mainstream publications.   Lauren Vaknine:  Voiceover & Podcast Host   Lauren is the host of the highly successful podcast,  Reconditioned.  She is also a  is a popular voice and has affiliations with many wellness brands including Curable, Block Blue Light UK and Megahome Water Distillers.  Lauren has her own home studio where she has recorded many podcast episodes and has access to many local studios for remote recording too. She has a soothing neutral RP/London accent and also speaks fluent Hebrew. Check out Lauren's podcast and voiceover work HERE. To book Lauren Vaknine for voiceover work, contact Alex at Great British Voices Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book holistic health coach Lauren Vaknine for your next wellness event Contact us.

Lauren Windle is a journalist, author and public speaker specialising in addictions. Working as an events and marketing executive the City in her early 20s, Lauren developed a cocaine habit and alcohol dependency that quickly spiralled into an addiction. At her lowest she was experiencing numbness in her fingers and toes, regular nose bleeds and a rather off-putting facial twitch. After a few years of struggling to overcome her compulsive habits her friends and family intervened and insisted she attend a support group. Contact – Great British Speakers today to book addiction specialist speaker Lauren Windle for your next corporate event or video - call +44 1753 439289. On 22nd April 2014, Lauren got clean and sober and started to put her life back together. Having finally broken out of the cycle of addiction, Lauren set up a recovery course for others who also struggle with unmanageable behaviours. The Recovery Course, run from St Dionis Church in Parson’s Green has seen many people recover from addictions to substances, food, gambling, sex, pornography and co-dependency, among others. Lauren Windle has a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and a Master’s in Addiction Studies from King’s College London. She has worked as a full-time journalist at The Sun and more recently as a freelancer, with articles published in Mail Online, Huffington Post, The Sun Online, Fabulous Digital, Marie Claire and The Star. Lauren Windle TEDx Talk on Addiction In 2018, Lauren Windle gave a Tedx Talk entitled: “Lessons a Drug Addict Can Teach You”, detailing her experience of addiction and more importantly the process she used to find recovery. This has now been viewed more than 230k times. She is often invited to speak at conferences, schools and churches about her experiences and to offer advice to others. Lauren also features on a quarterly phone-in radio show on Premier Christian Radio where she answers listeners’ questions about addiction. Lauren Windle Speaking Topics Lessons a drug addict can teach you. What businesses can learn from a recovering drug addict? On the other side: life after overcoming addiction How alcohol and drug culture is damaging your productivity. Ensuring the health of your team in a drug and alcohol-fuelled world. Healthy drinking practices and how to spot when things are getting out of control. The best way to support someone trapped in addiction. Sex, shopping, gaming, gambling, exercise, working, food: can we be addicted to anything? Addiction beyond substances Is work addiction positive? What is life like booze-free? The highs and lows of sober living The rise in cocaine addiction can be tackled, but first, we need to take "dabbling" more seriously Co-dependency: the real pandemic On the other side: What it’s like to live free from addiction Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book addiction expert Lauren Windle to speak at your next live or virtual event.  Contact us

Leon McKenzie spent 18-years as a professional footballer and 4-years as a professional boxer, but his success wasn't always easy and left Leon often feeling depressed. Having pulled himself away from this dark place, Leon now inspires audiences though his corporate keynote talks, via hosting events and through his social media. By sharing his own experiences it's Leon's end-goal to have a greater understanding of mental health concerns so he can help others overcome their battles. To book sporting mental health speaker Leon McKenzie contact Great British Speakers 01753 439289 bookings@greatbritishtalent.com Leon McKenzie has had not one, but two elite sporting careers, in pro football and boxing, but life circumstances and speeding convictions, resulted in a downward spiral of depression and for many years Leon didn't know know how to fight it and even tried to end his life. However, Leon desperately wanted to remain positive and after seeking help for his own mental health, Leon sought to speak to audiences to share his powerful message. He is now a motivational mental health speaker and ambassador for mental health. Working with talkSport, Leon has hosted call-ins helping listeners with their mental health concerns, and has discussed male body image within sport and the media. Leon McKenzie Speaking Topics Spot the warning signs in the people around you Work out the best coping strategies to recover and fight back. Understand that it is OK to talk Learn how to get help when you need it most Leon offers a 40 minute inspirational keynote talk followed by an open Q+A session, however is open to host and speak at corporates events that require different briefs. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book work mental health speaker Leon McKenzie for your organisations event. Contact us.

The Mac Twins, Lisa and Alana Macfarlane are popular TV presenters, DJs and gut health entrepreneurs. From small beginning as hosts of a YouTube series, to hitting primetime TV on Channel 4, the Mac Twins are in-demand working alongside the likes of Aegon, Facebook and Visa, and appearing at The Allergy and Free From Show and Mad//Fest London. As DJ's there experience ranges from DJ’ing at the Olympics, Love Island and at Wembley Stadium. They've also hosted radio shows for Virgin Radio and BBC1, and presented top health and wellbeing events across the country. In 2022, the twins were shortlisted for the GP Bullhound (otherwise known as the Oscars of the tech world) ‘Investor All Stars’ award. Contact Great British Speakers today to book The Mac Twins, Lisa and Alana Macfarlane for your next event. Hosting The Mac Twins have featured at or hosted for various events nationwide, including Stylist Live, Live Well London, the City Women’s Network Conference, D&A D Young Blood Festival, and London Food Tech Week. Other clients include Hogmanay, Virgin Radio, BBC 1Xtra, The Brits, Edinburgh Festival, and the NOD Awards. TV Work Whilst The Mac Twins have featured on programmes including Sky News and Love Island Aftersun, they are best known for their 2023 series entitled Know Your Sh!t. With the aim to be fun and accessible, the show looks at what is normal and what isn’t about our bowels, as well as helping our overall health and well-being. Joined by a variety of medical experts, each episode looks at bowel-related complaints and how better gut health can improve overall health. Writing With their aim to bring gut health to the masses, The Mac Twins have produced two books, The Gut Stuff Book (2021) and The Gut Loving Cookbook (2022), both of which have made it onto Amazon bestseller lists. The Gut Stuff Book provides practical expert advice on achieving better gut health, finding itself on the ‘Preventive Medicine’ bestseller list, whereas the Cookbook provides over 65 gut-friendly savoury and sweet recipes. It would find itself on the bestseller lists for ‘Mind-Body Medicine’, ‘Medical Teaching Aids’ and ‘Preventive Medicine’. They also bring their expertise on gut health and overall physical and mental well-being to their 38,000+ social media followers in an easy-to-understand format.   Podcasts You can also hear their expertise on podcasts including Chew The Fat, Nobody Panic, Open Mind, The Microbiome Report, Friends with Friends, The Alt/HeaLTHY Podcast, Grief Cast, and Eat, Rave, Rest, Repeat. Awards For their work, the Mac Twins have won many of awards, including from the No 1 Amazing Women Awards 2020, The One Show – Gold Pencil – Design, Design Week, Gut and Glory, and the Best Gut Health Blog 2019.   The Gut Stuff The Mac Twins' have been interested in gut health and wellbeing for several years, starting in 2015 with their YouTube series, which looks into ‘the gut microbiome’ and genetic conditions. From the success of the YouTube series, the Mac Twins founded 'the gut stuff' - an online platform to help people with their own gut issues, and via the platform offer workplace wellness talks where they discuss the links between workplace stress and gut distress.  Their workplace wellness clients include: WWF, Genius Gluten Free and the Royal Air Force, just to name a few... The lines between work/life balance have never been so blurred, which is why it’s is now the direct responsibility of employers to ensure their staff are not only focusing on their wellness, but are given access to other businesses, experts and information to help them do so. Their expertise also saw them sit on the NHS Food Review Board and achieve B Corp status.  They also have produced a collection of gut-friendly snack bars and a mobile app so everyone can easily get to know their gut better! Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book The Mac Twins - Lisa and Alana Macfarlane to host your next corporate event. Contact us.

Lisa Marley is a highly accomplished presenter, live host, and plant-based food expert, known for her confident, engaging on-stage and on-camera presence. She is a natural communicator who brings warmth, authority, and energy to live events, exhibitions, festivals, and brand activations, where she hosts talks, leads live cooking demonstrations, and delivers interactive audience-led sessions. Booking is easy with Great British Talent. To find availability and fees for Lisa Marley or any other talent for your corporate event or project, contact our Great British Talent agents via bookings@greatbritishtalent.com or call us on +44 1753 439289. Our knowledgeable team of experts can handle all aspects of your booking to ensure it runs flawlessly. An experienced live presenter, Lisa regularly fronts cook-alongs, masterclasses, panel discussions, and product launches. She has hosted and represented leading brands including, KitchenAid, Morphy Richards, Tesco Real Food, and Britannia Living, trusted for her ability to present clearly, think on her feet, and connect authentically with both live and virtual audiences. Lisa is the founder of The Cocoa Box UK, a platform through which she has presented plant-based chocolate-making and baking workshops to more than 90,000 participants. These sessions combine strong visual storytelling, education, and entertainment—skills that translate seamlessly to stage, studio, and screen. A familiar face across television and digital media, Lisa’s presenting credits include Live from Studio M, The World Cook (Amazon Prime), Make Your Move (Channel 4), and Secrets of the Fast Food Giants (Channel 5). Her broadcast experience makes her equally confident delivering scripted content, unscripted live segments, and interview-led formats.   Alongside her presenting work, Lisa is an established food writer and recipe developer, with features in ELLE, WW, Women’s Health, Vegan Food & Living, Time Out, and Take a Break. She also collaborates regularly with Cosmopolitan, presenting virtual plant-based masterclasses and contributing filmed and editorial content. Lisa is a proud ambassador for ProVeg UK, where she presents and communicates plant-based initiatives to a wide range of audiences, including schools, young people, industry leaders, and the wider public. She is a regular presenter at major live food shows including, Live Kitchen, Love Cheese Live, and The Good Food Show, as well as regional festivals across Surrey, Great Missenden, Windsor, and Middlesex. For corporate and broadcast projects, Lisa is available as a presenter and host and works from a fully equipped green-screen home studio, allowing her to self-record, present, and edit high-quality video content for webinars, virtual events, branded campaigns, and internal communications. In addition, Lisa runs the nutrition-focused food and wellness platform She Would, where her presenter-led recipe and lifestyle content has reached over 2 million views. Through this platform, she showcases engaging, camera-ready content that blends professional culinary techniques with accessible, health-focused cooking—further cementing her reputation as a trusted and relatable on-screen presenter in the food and wellness space.   Speaker/Coach Lisa is also available to hire here a speaker/ wellness coach.  Central to her practice is her specialist work with MyBMI, one of the UK's biggest GLP-1 health companies. Lisa works closely with clients using GLP-1 agonists, providing expert nutritional guidance, personalised meal strategies, and whole-lifestyle support that empowers people to achieve lasting, sustainable results. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Presenters today to book Lisa Marley for your corporate event.  Contact us

From modelling to radio broadcasting to television presenting, Lisa Snowdon is one of the nation’s best-loved personalities, TV and radio broadcasters. Her down-to-earth nature, natural confidence, and passion will captivate audiences of any size. Her extensive charity work also makes her a great addition to any charitable event. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Live awards Host and TV presenter Lisa Snowdon for your next event. Lisa Snowden Modelling Work Lisa Snowdon’s first foray into the public eye was as a model. Signing up to Premier Model Management aged 19, Lisa worked for various beauty adverts, appeared on high-fashion magazine covers, and modelled for top designer brands. She modelled for the covers of Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire magazines and became the face of high-end designer Gucci. She would go on to work for Lynx, Mercedes-Benz, Dove Soap, Kellogg’s Special K, Neutrogena, and After Eight. She also appeared in publications including Maxim, Arena, Loaded and GQ, and appeared on FHM’s list of 100 Sexiest Women every year between 1996 and 2007 (except for 1998). Lisa Snowden Corporate Work While she is now known more for her TV presenting, Lisa has appeared in campaigns for several brands, such as Avon Linger, Belvita Breakfast Biscuits, Carte Noire, Current Body, Debenhams, John Lewis, L'Oréal, Marks and Spencer, Mint Velvet, Murad, Nip & Fab, Pro Cook, Tesco, Triumph International, Vichy, and Vinted. In 2013 she joined QVC, launching an affordable but sophisticated jewellery line. Lisa Snowden TV Presenter Her TV presenting credits have been as impressive as her modelling credits. In 2005 she became the head judge and presenter of Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model, presented Through the Keyhole (2007), and Lorraine (2016), hosted Weekend Kitchen With Waitrose (2014), and won Celebrity Masterchef in 2022. She is currently the fashion correspondent for ITV’s This Morning (2016-2022), providing weekly fashion tips and tricks. She partnered with professional dancer Brendan Cole on the sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing (2008), finishing in third place. In 2008, Lisa permanently joined Capital London as a broadcaster, working with Jonny Vaughan and Dave Berry. She would go on to stay at Capital until the end of 2015. Lisa Snowden Podcasting In 2021, Lisa launched her podcast, Get Lifted With Lisa Snowdon. Known as the ‘queen of self-care and feel-good alternative therapies’, the podcast was inspired by her Self Care Sunday Instagram series. The podcast follows Lisa as she talks to scientists, doctors and experts about topics including fasting, sleeping, breathing, energy, hormones, mental wellbeing, alternative remedies, confidence, astrology, meditation, and menopause. In fact, she’s a huge menopause advocate, often talking about it to her 650,000+ followers on social media. She co-hosts a weekly Instagram series entitled 'Midweek Menopause Madness'. Lisa Snowden Menopause Ambassador She published her debut book Just Getting Started: Lessons in Life, Love and Menopause in 2023. Described as a “refreshingly intimate and hugely inspirational companion” to embracing life as you age, Lisa provides advice on experiences including weight gain, hormones, libido, and self-love. Lisa Snowden Charity Work She is a passionate charity advocate, supporting the Breast Cancer Charity, Capital FM’s Help a Capital Child Charity, the Meningitis Trust, and Sport Relief. Armed with effortless elegance, amusing anecdotes, and a friendly nature, Lisa Snowdon is the perfect special guest for corporate events. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book presenter, awards host and model Lisa Snowdon for your corporate event. Contact us.

Liz Earle MBE is a global brand pioneer; co-founder of the multi-award winning eponymous beauty brand, she is also the editor of her own magazine, a podcaster, charity philanthropist and best-selling author of over 35 books. An expert in her field and an inspirational female entrepreneur, Liz can speak on a range of topics and will captivate audiences of all ages and industries. Contact Great British Speakers today to book iconic beauty entrepreneur Liz Earle for your next event. LIZ EARLE - BEAUTY WORK In 1995, Liz Earle and her friend Kim Buckland founded the Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare, which soon became the Liz Earle Beauty Co. which they led for 15 years before selling the business to Avon. Liz continued to work for the company until the business was sold again to Walgreens Boots Alliance, after which she left to start another self-titled company, Liz Earle Wellbeing. Throughout the Liz Earle Beauty Co journey, they have stuck to their core beliefs that ingredients should be responsibly sourced, and all product creation, packaging and promoting should be as sustainable as possible to limit their environmental impact. Since its creation, the Liz Earle company has won over 200 awards including the Beauty Insiders’ Choice award, InStyle Best Beauty Buy for 2014, Woman and Home magazine awards, RSVP Beauty award, InStyle magazine’s Best Facial Exfoliator award, Beauty Shortlist Award of 2014, Which? best online retailer of 2011 and a Vogue Beauty Lifetime Achievement Award 2018. LIZ EARLE - WRITING Liz has published over 35 bestselling books including The Good Menopause Guide (2018) and The Good Gut Guide (2017) which both went to number one, Skin: Delicious Recipes & the Ultimate Wellbeing Plan for Radiant Skin in 6 Weeks (2016), New Vital Oils: The Ultimate Guide to Radian Beauty and Health (2002) and Liz Earle’s Lifestyle Guide (1995) amongst many others. She has also released a number of quick wellbeing guides on topics such as cellulite, detoxing, eczema, food allergies, healthy hair, making your own skincare, menopause symptoms, natural herbs, PMS, post-natal health, vegetarian cooking, vitamins and weight loss. LIZ EARLE WELLBEING It is through Liz’s second company that she owns and edits a health and wellbeing magazine, runs a podcast, sells Fairtrade jewellery and writes books and guides around healthy living and wellbeing. One of her main jobs since leaving the Liz Earle Beauty Co is as the editor of the internationally published Liz Earle Wellbeing magazine. Built on over three decades of experience, the magazine provides readers with award-winning advice and research on mental health, physical wellbeing, eating well, seasonal recipes, fitness, gut health and how to bring out the very best of you. She is also the founder of Liz Earle Fair and Fine, a popular range of ethically-sourced, Fairtrade gold and silver botanical jewellery. MEDIA WORK Liz is best known on our TV screens for appearing on ITV’s This Morning, first alongside Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan in 1990 and again from 2015 with her regular Inside-Out beauty slot. A miniseries, Who Wants to Live Forever?, filmed in Italy and Greece on how to live well for longer also screened on the popular daytime show in 2018. In between appearing on This Morning, she hosted the first UK television programme dedicated to beauty, BBC1’s Beautywise (1992), as well as hosting her own show, Liz Earle’s Lifestyle for three series. She has also appeared on A-Z of Food and Beauty, Lorraine (2017), Countryfile (2018) and GMTV (1996). She also hosts her own podcast, The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, where she speaks with leading experts from the world of wellbeing to bring listeners hints and tips that they can trust. She covers everything from fitness to gut health, the menopause and your mood. CHARITY WORK Liz uses her public status to draw attention to a number of important charities and causes. In 1994 she co-founded the Guild of Health Writers and of FLAG, the Food Labelling Agenda, which campaigns at a government level for clear food labelling. In 2010, she founded the UK charity LiveTwice which offers skills training to disadvantaged people both in the UK and overseas. She is an ambassador of The Menopause Charity and was a witness to the signing of the Menopause Workplace Pledge at the House of Comms. She is also a patron and ambassador for charities including Ace Africa, The Soil Association, The Sustainable Food Trust, Love British Food, The Prince’s Trust, CURE International, the Centre for Social Justice, Restart Africa and The National Osteoporosis Society. LIZ EARLE - SPEAKING TOPICS - Sustainability and the Environment - Women in Business - Entrepreneurship - Health and Wellbeing - Skincare and Beauty - Female Health and the Menopause - Business Management and Leadership - Philanthropy In her keynote speeches and event talks, Liz explores her business journey from beauty brands to books to jewellery designer, the importance of having brand values, as well as maintaining your physical and mental health and wellbeing. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book female entrepreneur Liz Earle MBE for your corporate event. 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Liz Johnson is one of the UK’s most well-known Paralympic swimmers, winning an impressive 13 medals at various events over her career. Since retiring in 2016, Liz has become a popular contributor to sporting broadcasting on Channel 4 and the BBC and a familiar face on entertainment shows, including Celebrity Masterchef (2016) and The Last Leg (2021). She is the Managing Director and Client Ambassador of The Ability People, a specialist employment company which aims to encourage employment for those with disabilities. She is also a popular motivational and sports speaker, offering an insight into her competitive past, her broadcasting experience and her disability, aiming to inspire the next generation of sporting stars. When speaking, Liz’s warm personality and charisma shine through. She demystifies disability, drawing from her own experiences both within sport and business. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Paralympic swimmer and workplace disability & inclusivity expert Liz Johnson for your next event. LIZ JOHNSON SPORTING CAREER Born with cerebral palsy, Liz Johnson was encouraged by doctors at age 3 to take up swimming to help strengthen her muscles. Just 10 years later, she was competing at a national level, making the British team shortly after. Over the next decade, Liz would go on to win a bronze at the 2001 IPC European Championships, a silver in 2009 and gold in 2011, a silver medal at the 2004 Paralympic games, gold at the 2008 games (which she dedicated to her mother who passed away during the games), and bronze in 2012, three golds at the 2006 IPC World Championships, a gold and two bronze in 2009 and a bronze in 2010. Sadly, after a hernia operation interfered with her training schedule, she announced her retirement from competitive swimming in 2016. LIZ JOHNSON CORPORATE WORK Since 2015, Liz has been a member of the board of Disability Sports Wales, a leading organisation promoting disability physical activity and sports in the country. Building upon her business management degree, Liz co-founded The Ability People in 2018 after learning that the UK disability employment gap is 30%. The Ability People is the UK’s first disability-led recruitment business, with a focus on placing talented able-bodied and disabled jobseekers into the right jobs. Her work with the company has been utilised by companies from The AA to HSBC and Heathrow Airport. Thanks to her work with The Ability People, she was named one of the BBC’s 100 Women in 2018.   LIZ JOHNSON DISABILITY AND INCLUSIVITY SPEAKING Liz is now a much sought-after and popular speaker, specialising in sport and disability. She shares her personal journey of disability, gives advice on overcoming internal and external challenges, and how to achieve success in your chosen field. Her honest account aims to destigmatise disability, especially where sport is concerned: “Companies recognise the need for change, but often they don’t know how to make it happen in a sustainable, lasting way. Society’s overall attitude towards disability and lack of knowledge means that even with the best intentions, many businesses don’t know how to start down the road towards authentic inclusivity. And when working for real, long lasting change, it’s vital that you speak to those who truly know what needs to be done.” LIZ JOHNSON SPEAKING TOPICS - Olympics/Paralympics - Sport/Swimming - Disability and inclusivity in the workplace - Overcoming Adversity - Maintaining Peak Performance Her motivational speaking delivery is exceptionally unique, whether she’s addressing an audience large or small, as she owns the stage and captivates the crowd with her story. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Paralympian and disability inclusivity speaker Liz Johnson for your corporate event. Contact us.

Louise George is a multi-talented, passionate, creative and entrepreneur. She has been an actor and broadcaster for over 20 years and is currently writing her first screenplay for a TV series. She’s also been an entrepreneur for over 15 years and a transformational speaker and certified coach for over a decade, specialising in and practising mBIT (multi-brain integration), Meditation, Self-Concept and the law of Assumption, Neuroscience, and Transformational Coaching. These are all woven into Lou’s programmes under Manifestation FREQ, which have been featured in publications such as VOGUE and on the covers of FORBES and LA Magazine. To hire transformation coach Louise George for your next event, contact us at Great British Speakers As a speaker, Louise is a powerful intuitive who embodies an entrepreneurial life. She teaches conscious creation, inner mastery, mindset, and soul-aligned success. She is a global leader who hosts international workshops, talks, retreats, and training. Louise radiates a passion for inspiring and supporting others to become their highest expression and live their best lives. She also regularly runs retreats and workshops and speaks at events worldwide as a transformational coach, mindset, and manifestation expert. As a transformational coach for the past 15 years, Louise has spoken at many self-development and business events, including the Awakened Woman Festival in Bali, mind, body, Spirit Festival, and Vogue Cafe. The powerful combination of Louise's expertise in speaking, hosting events and transformational coaching means that attendees of Louise's workshops or motivational speeches can expect to feel energised, uplifted, shifted, moved to tears, on-fire towards their desires, pulsing with passion to pursue their dreams, and unstoppable in their quest to create their dream business and life. The toolkit Louise shares through her coaching and speaking topics will provide powerful, insightful and impactful ways to stop settling for mediocrity and reach for the extraordinary.   As a presenter and broadcaster with over 15 years of stage, TV and radio experience, Louise is highly versatile and adaptable. She started her business and broadcasting journey in property, moving into radio, hosting and podcasting red-carpet events, and interviewing many celebrities, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Louise now hosts her own radio show for the source FM and her own podcast manifestation freq.   To hire transformation coach Louise George for your next event, contact us at Great British Speakers or via email.

Lucy Edwards is a blind social media influencer, content creator, radio broadcaster and presenter, disability speaker and the first ever blind ambassador for beauty brand Pantene. In 2013, at the age of 17, Lucy Edwards lost her vision and had to learn how to navigate her life again. Whilst a frightening time, it was also the beginning of an extraordinary journey to find self-acceptance and joy again. Her honest down-to-earth style has since made her a popular face on social media and an admired campaigner for disability and equality.  So much so, that in the years since she went public with her disability, Lucy has grown a huge following across platforms, with over 190,000 on Instagram, 807,000 on YouTube and over 1.8 million on TikTok  These large followings mean her message is reaching countries as far and wide as the UK and USA, to Australia and Canada. Lucy’s motto in life is that she is 'blind, not broken'. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Blind Content Creator and Pantene Ambassador Lucy Edwards for your next event. After a Vision-saving operation failed, Lucy Edwards went blind almost instantly. As a young woman wanting to experience life like any other young woman, she realised there was no one online that  she could identify with, so she thought “let’s give it a go”. Determined to make a difference, she uploaded her first-hand experiences to TikTok and YouTube. One of her early videos ‘blind girl does her own makeup’ went viral, gaining over 19 million views, and she became the first British blind person on YouTube to pave the way for change for visually-impaired users. Her videos on YouTube and TikTok explore the everyday things that people assume she cannot manage being visually impaired; these include being able to use mobile apps, how she clears up after her guide dog, how to send a text, how to holiday alone, how to cross roads, how she eats, drinks and pays in a restaurant, how she reads or watches television, how she gets dressed, puts on her makeup, washes her hair, cooks, does her laundry etc. Whilst her message is serious, her medium is not, and she likes to explore these myths in an entertaining and accessible way, without being patronising to those who do not have prior knowledge of blindness. Several years later, Lucy Edwards is now the first-ever blind content creator to become an ambassador for hair-care company Pantene, featuring in their television and social adverts, with her face across Superdrug stores nationwide. She also worked closely with them to ensure their packaging is accessible to the vision-impaired community. She was the first blind presenter on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 4, and contributes to the BBC Ouch website, which reflects the lives and experiences of disabled people. For Lucy, radio is her preferred medium as it doesn’t involve having to watch something, she can enjoy it both as a presenter and as a listener. At Radio 4, the ‘touch’ programme she works on, is produced, reported and presented by blind journalists for blind people and is fully inclusive. She has worked alongside BBC engineers to make the BBC London studios more accessible in the future for those with disabilities, not just visual. In 2019 she published her book The Blind Beauty Guide, a short but fascinating guide for anyone who wants help in applying their makeup, whether they have a visual impairment or not. She has been featured on Vision Australia Radio Studio 1, on Scott Guthrie’s “Influencer Marketing Lab” podcast in 2022, BBC Newsbeat, BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour, and has worked alongside Vogue Business, the Apple App Store and the Brit Awards. Thanks to her personal experience, Lucy is incredibly passionate about disability rights and inclusion and has worked with a number of charities. She has run at events like the Silverstone Half Marathon and the London Marathon to raise money for Guide Dogs UK, who went on to award her with the Young Person’s Achievement Award. She also works with LOOK UK, a charity which helps young visually impaired people and their families by holding workshops and talks in order to support blind people to be able to apply their makeup with confidence. In 2014, she was the keynote speaker for the RNIB summer gala alongside singer Rod Stewart; she has toured schools to promote the charity Fixers UK after collaborating in writing a children’s novel called The Superhero Dog about her now-retired guide dog Olga; and she has also worked as a digital ambassador the charity Living Paintings in which she interviews Daredevil star Charlie Cox. LUCY EDWARDS - DISABILITY SPEAKER Lucy is a popular choice for event hosting and speaking engagements thanks to her work in the media as well as her ambassadorial work and promotion of disability rights. She spoke at The Children’s Media Conference where she talked about the importance of making disability mainstream and how we should re-think our approach to inclusion, for both those in front and behind the camera. She is available for TV and Radio broadcasting, video collaborations, motivational speaking, educational talks and diversity and inclusion consultancy. Clients: Amazon, British Rail, Estee Lauder, Pantene, Rimmel, Schwarzkopf, Spotify, TK Maxx, Too Faced, TU at Sainsbury's, Vogue Business Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Blind Social Media Star Lucy Edwards for your corporate event. Contact us.

Luke Tyburski is an ultra-athlete, adventurer, author, and inspirational keynote speaker, who educates his audiences through his positivity, contagious enthusiasm, and his powerful story. As an ex-professional footballer, Luke’s entire life has been about performing at the top level and overcoming obstacles on the way. He has since run down Mount Everest, ran through the Sahara Desert, and made his way through a Chinese tropical forest without any food, water, or money. He created his own 'Ultimate Triathlon' of running, swimming, and cycling 2,000km in 12 day from Morocco to Monaco. Alongside his sporting career and his adventures, Luke has often struggled with his mental well-being, battling depression, insomnia, suicide attempts, and an eating disorder. Luke manages to combine all aspects of his life into a range of inspirational and motivational keynote speeches that will change the way you view each day. Contact Great British Speakers today to book adventurer and motivational speaker Luke Tyburski for your next event. Named by Forever Sports magazine in their list of the 50 fittest athletes in the world, Luke Tyburski is a proficient commentator on sport, adventures, athleticism and mental health. He has featured in London Live, The Huffington Post, Sport magazine, Triathlete magazine, Outdoor Fitness, Men’s Running, Triathlon & Multi-Sport, Trail Runner, 220 Triathlon, T3, Triathlete, and Coach magazine. Luke Tyburski Writing Career After leaving professional football playing, Luke Tyburski turned to writing, and has since published two successful books. The first, Chasing Extreme; A Journey of Overcoming Obstacles and Depression to Embrace a Life of Extreme Adventure came out in 2018, and was followed up in 2022 by Peak Performance: Mindset Tools for Business.  Luke Tyburski Coaching & Mentoring Luke provides premium one-to-one run coaching for professional and amateur athletes. His clients have gone on to compete in 100 mile, 50 mile, 100 km and 50 km ultra-marathons, multi-stage marathons, length-of-country runs, triathlons, and mountain climbing expeditions. Luke has mentored a variety of elite teenage athletes and seasoned professionals, across a range of individual and team sports, including swimming, water polo, tennis, football, triathlon, athletics, rowing, karate, netball, rugby, and dancing. He aims to help athletes to develop their emotional wellbeing, resilience, and mental strength to exceed at sport and everyday life. Luke Tyburski Corporate Speaking Work Luke is an in-demand keynote speaker and event host, captivating and entertaining audiences of all sizes and from all industries. He motivates with stories of his adventures, he inspires audiences with his professional achievements, and he moves audiences with his discussions about failing mental health. He has spoken at events across the world from the UK to the USA, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and across Europe. He has also presented a TEDx talk on “generating momentum with 1% thinking”. His keynote talks can be presented in-person, virtually, or a hybrid of the two, and he has appeared at conferences, panel discussions, award ceremonies, sporting events, and on podcasts, including his own, Luke’s Lowdown Podcast. Luke Tyburski Speaking Topics - Build Resilience With K.E.N - Creating a Mindset That Matters - Creating a Performance Mindset - Less Negative Thinking - Mental Health and Mental Performance Matter - Turning Self-Belief into Self-Confidence - The High Performance Attitude - Being Vulnerable is a Superpower - Overcoming Adversity Through Curiosity Luke Tyburski key takeaways - Enhance how you view, think and act on a daily basis - Understand how to ‘eat sad for breakfast’ by following society laws, but not its rules - Turning self-belief into self-confidence by asking yourself one very simple question - Use his bespoke advice in your professional and personal lives Luke Tyburski Clients: British Rowing, Saracens, Vadela, Canada High Commission, Canadian Soccer Association, KBR, Efficient Portfolio, Legacy Club, Ideas to Empires, NABS, 2XU, RunThrough Events, Fliplet, One Performance UK, Body First UK, Yes Group, Northern Colorado University, One School, Distressed Property, Baseca Festival, Grey Court School, Fresh Fitness Food, Soccerex 100, The National Running Show, Threshold, Legacy Education Alliance, Triathlon Show London, Gravytrain, Loyola Marymount University, MDRT, 220 Triathlon Show, Richmond Park Academy, Olympic Studios, Strategy Refresher, The National Triathlon Show 2016, Love Trails Festival, Etchrock, Tick the Bucket, Tales of Adventure, Broomfield High School, Godkind Digital Academy, Active Training World, Challenging Events, Team Keane Rowing Club. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book performance coach & motivational speaker Luke Tyburski for your corporate event. Contact us.

Maggie Alphonsi is arguably one of the most popular and well-known faces of international women’s rugby and women’s team sports in general. Before announcing her international retirement in 2014, she represented her country an impressive 74 times, scored 29 tries, won a World Cup and helped England win a record-breaking seven consecutive Six Nations crowns. Maggie Alphonsi is also a household name in the media, commentating on live rugby matches and featuring in a range of media outlets including Stella magazine and The Telegraph newspaper, as well as Children in Need, The Wright Stuff, Good Morning Britain and A Question of Sport. Establishing a reputation as a successful woman in a male-dominated sport is no easy feat, and combined with racial discrimination, gave Maggie the toughest of challenges to face. When booked as a speaker, her extensive anecdotes provide inspiration in the world of elite sports, leadership, pressure management and diversity. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Women’s Rugby Legend & high performance speaker Maggie Alphonsi MBE for your next event. Since retiring from international rugby, Maggie Alphonsi has successfully turned her attention to talking about the game as a commentator. She was part of ITV’s 2015 Rugby World Cup broadcast line-up before becoming part of their ongoing rugby broadcast team. Her inclusion made her the first ever former female player to commentate on the men’s rugby. She is also a regular on Sky Sports, BBC Sport and England Rugby TV. See the Maggie Alphonsi TV showreel below... Further cementing her position as a leading ruby expert, she was appointed the first England Women’s player on the Rugby Football Union’s Council in 2016 with a specialism of diversity and inclusion. She is also an ambassador for the charities Peace One Day, Wooden Spoon, SportsAid, Sporting Equals and SKRUM. She has been celebrated countless times throughout her career, being named the 2010 Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year, being inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame the same year and being the first woman to receive the Pat Marshall Award in its history. She was a crucial member of the team that won the 2014 rugby World Cup who then went on to win the BBC Sports Personality Team of the Year award. MAGGIE ALPHONSI | KEYNOTE SPEAKER Maggie Alphonsi is now a popular and experienced after-dinner or keynote speaker, offering anecdotes from her extensive career. Delivering to a wide variety of audiences, from large conglomerates, corporate businesses, educational establishments and sporting events, Maggie has a story you will want to hear. MAGGIE ALPHONSI | SPEAKING TOPICS - Rugby - Women in Sports - How to Succeed in a Male-Dominated Industry - Leadership - Overcoming Pressures - Mentoring and Coaching - Diversity and Inclusion When booked for private, public, charity and corporate events, Maggie Alphonsi can connect with all professional levels including senior management. Her experience of teamwork in sport makes her an expert on teamwork in business and nurturing productive relationships, as well as how important diversity and inclusion is in any industry. Maggie Alphonsi speaking clients include: LandRover, Mastercard, Guinness, Natwest and HSBC   MAGGIE ALPHONSI | BOOK RELEASE With the book release of 'Winning the Fight' (August 31st 2023) Maggie extended her impact beyond the stage. The highly anticipated book delves into her life's journey, from her early struggles to breaking barriers in the male-dominated world of rugby. Readers can expect to be inspired by her courage, leadership, and unwavering belief in herself. The is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a guide for anyone looking to overcome their own obstacles and achieve greatness. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book rugby player and high-performing teams speaker Maggie Alphonsi for your corporate event. Contact us.

Inspirational speaker Maggie Oliver is a former detective who exposed The Rochdale Grooming Scandal. Maggie Oliver is perhaps best known as the “Detective turned Whistleblower” who resigned from Greater Manchester Police in late 2012 in order to expose the now infamous Rochdale Grooming Scandal. More recently known for her high profile appearance on ‘CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER, 2018 - YEAR OF THE WOMAN’ and her regular appearances on the lunchtime show ‘LOOSE WOMEN’ amongst others. She is the founder of the The Maggie Oliver Foundation (TMOF) which exists to create a society where survivors and those at risk of childhood sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) are empowered to live fulfilled and successful lives, and where every survivor is treated with dignity, respect and as an equal and valued member of society. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Rochdale Whistleblower Maggie Oliver to speak at your next event or call +44 1753 439289. The Rochdale Grooming Scandal. In October 2012,  Maggie’s life changed forever when she was forced to resign from Greater Manchester Police. Earlier that year, nine members of a paedophile ring had been sentenced for grooming and sexually abusing young girls in Rochdale. However, this had barely scratched the surface of a highly organised crime group that numbered hundreds of perpetrators and countless young victims. Prior to this, Maggie had worked in The Serious Crime Division of GMP  and as well as being commended for her work on countless gangland murders, shootings, kidnappings, rapes and witness protection jobs throughout her career, she had also been investigating multiple allegations of serious sexual assault by predominantly Pakistani men as early as 2003. During the course of her work on Operation Augusta and Operation Span, Maggie had interviewed many victims at length over many months, uncovering harrowing stories of the systematic abuse of girls as young as eleven. However, she was continually shocked by the repeated failure of Senior Officers to record these allegations, to prosecute the serial offenders or to protect the young victims, a pattern which we have since seen repeated in many towns and cities throughout the UK. The neglect she witnessed caused Maggie Oliver to initially embark on a lonely 18-month battle whilst still a serving Police Officer, during which she knocked on every door in a futile attempt to be heard. Those approached ranged from The Head of Serious Crime to The Chief Constable, from The IPCC to The Home Office. She was ultimately forced to choose between her conscience and her career but felt morally bound to resign to speak out publicly and expose this long-standing gross criminal neglect. As the first police officer ever to do this however, she had to face the very real possibility that she may go to prison for doing so! Maggie Oliver - Three Girls Fighting feelings of disbelief, despair, fear, outrage and anger, her grit and determination to expose the truth was nevertheless unshakeable and this perseverance eventually led to the BBC agreeing to make the multi-award-winning dramatisation of the case entitled “THREE GIRLS”, which brought some of the issues into the mass public arena for the first time. Maggie is portrayed by the actress Lesley Sharp in the drama, which generated a huge national debate and was watched by over 9 million viewers when the show first broadcast in May 2017. However, the background to this entire story is also one which includes great personal heartache. [embed]https://vimeo.com/348350436[/embed]   Maggie Oliver - Personal life Happily married with four children, Maggie’s life changed forever in 2005 when after a brave two year battle with terminal bowel cancer, her husband and soulmate of almost 30 years passed away. Tragedy struck again just 3 years later when her much loved 6-month-old granddaughter Macie was conflicted with a terrible medical mistake; she became blind and needed 24-hour care until she sadly died in 2011, before her third birthday. Maggie's turned a traumatic period in her life into a positive, and her story is totally inspiring,  showing that by being brave, you can overcome apparently insurmountable odds to be heard and can make a difference. Maggie herself highlights that there is nothing special or unusual about her and that the only difference is that she has had to overcome severe traumas in both her personal and professional life; experiences which have not only taught her valuable lessons but also made her stronger. Not someone to let life pass her by though, she will say how she is grabbing this new phase in her life with both hands, having travelled extensively throughout India, Asia, Central America, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Borneo, Asia and Turkey, climbed mountains, trekked through jungles and embarked on new adventures. She continues to draw on her varied life experiences in order to speak out and highlight many of the issues relevant in today’s changing world. Honest, inspirational and never afraid to speak her mind, she is regularly invited onto radio and tv as a commentator on life, current affairs and Human Rights and is in high demand for public speaking engagements with her motivational talk.   TV/RADIO CREDITS: Maggie Oliver A selected list of TV/radio credits:Channel 5. Celebrity Big Brother ‘Year of the Woman’ (2018)Programme Consultant Acclaimed BBC1 Drama ‘Three Girls’ (2017)Key Contributor BBC 1 Documentary ‘The Betrayed Girls’ (2017) by Henry SingerBBC Radio 4. File on Four: Rochdale Abuse - Failed Victims (2013)The Today Programme (2013 to present day )ITV Lorraine (2017)ITV Loose Women and continuing (2017/2018)BBC 1 Panorama. Stolen Childhoods: The Grooming Scandal (2015)BBC 2 NewsnightBBC Radio 5Regular contributor (2013 to present day )Talk Radio Regular contributor (2013 to present day )BBC Radio Manchester Regular contributor and newspaper reviewer (2013 to present day). Maggie Oliver os just one of our incredible team of female inspirational speakers at Great British Speakers Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book inspirational speaker Maggie Oliver for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Aged 13, Tim Peake had a dream of becoming a pilot became a reality when he took control of an aircraft for the first time. By the time he was 18, he had already flown numerous solo sorties and been awarded a coveted position to join the British Army Air Corps. Tim served as an army officer in Northern Ireland before gaining his Army Flying Wings in 1994. He trained as a combat search and rescue instructor, and flew operations to enforce the peace and provide humanitarian support in the aftermath of the Bosnian War. Contact – Great British Speakers today to book ISS & ESA astronaut speaker Major Tim Peake CMG for your next corporate event or call +44 1753 439289. Tim Peake was part of the team responsible for training the first UK crews in flying the Apache attack helicopter. Promoted to Major and with well over 2000 hours of flying experience Tim became a test pilot and was subsequently deployed to Afghanistan in support of Special Forces operations. In May 2009 Tim was selected as an ESA astronaut and after arduous training he was assigned to a mission to the International Space Station in May 2013. After many months spent in Russia learning how to operate the Soyuz spacecraft, he launched to space on 15 December 2015. During his Principia mission Tim took part in over 250 scientific experiments. He conducted a spacewalk to repair the Station's power supply, drove a rover across a simulated Mars terrain and helped dock two spacecraft. He was also actively connected with the public back on Earth - his mission focused on educational outreach, engaging more than 2 million schoolchildren across Europe in over 30 projects during his time in space. Tim Peake's New Year message was broadcast by the BBC to celebrate 2016 and in April that year, Tim ran the London Marathon from the ISS treadmill, becoming the first man to run a marathon in space. One of Tim's most cherished moments of his mission was having the opportunity to talk with the late Professor Stephen Hawking from the ISS. During their hour-long video call, they discussed many topics from their favourite music to quantum physics and the future of humanity whilst marvelling at the spectacular view of Earth from space. Tim shares the unique insights on leadership, fear and risk management, motivation and collaboration that his incredible career as a test pilot and astronaut has afforded him. He draws on his own out-of-this-world experiences to inspire audiences with his recipe for mission success and Peak(e) Performance. Tim Peake is a champion for STEM - science, innovation, exploration and adventure and delights audiences with his fascinating stories of life in space, breath-taking photographs and his unique perspective of planet Earth. See the ESA project trailer below: Tim Peake Speaking Themes Adventure, sustainability, Climate, Change, Innovation, Leadership, Motivation, Science, Fear & Risk, Science, Teamwork, Technology Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Change, Innovation, Leadership, Motivation, Science, Fear & Risk, Science, Teamwork, Technology speaker Tim Peake to speak at your next live event.  Contact us.

An Olympic swimmer and multiple world record breaker, Mark Foster has grown into one of the most recognised and respected names in British sport. He has been seen on billboards and buses for well over a decade in his multiple roles as brand ambassadors for companies including Speedo and Wellman. Mark Foster is a smart, humorous and engaging host and speaker. He draws upon his career as an international swimmer, high-profile commentator and popular TV presenter to inspire and keep his audience hooked. As well as inspiring individuals and teams with his sporting achievements, he also reflects on the role his personal life has played in his professional performance. Despite his achievements, it was only in 2017 that Mark Foster opened up about being gay and how that affected his career, and he now speaks to build awareness and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Olympic swimmer and LGBTQ+ speaker Mark Foster for your next event. Mark Foster burst onto the international swimming scene at 16 years old, representing England at the 1986 Commonwealth Games. He went on to represent his country for 23 years and became one of Britain’s most decorated swimmers. Throughout his remarkable sporting career, he won 47 major international medals, competed at five Olympic games, was World Champion six times, European Champion 12 times, Commonwealth Champion twice, and broke the world short course freestyle world record an impressive eight times. He was also chosen as the flag bearer for team GB at the 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony. Mark Foster Television Presenter Since retiring from swimming, Mark has become a familiar face on television, and his award-winning partnership with Clare Balding, from the aquatics centre during the Olympics in 2012, made him a household name. Mark’s expertise and natural style saw him co-hosting the swimming World Championships in 2013 alongside Gabby Logan and Rebecca Adlington. Mark reunited with Clare as a regular presenter on the Clare Balding Show (2015-2016) series for BT Sport. He has been a regular participant on TV shows including Countdown (1982-), Question of Sport (1970-), Celebrity MasterChef (2006-), Come Dine With Me (2005-), Through the Keyhole (1987-), Beat the Star (2008-), Superstars (1973-2012), The Weakest Link (2000-), Celebrity Juice (2008-), The Million Pound Drop (2010-2015; 2018-2019), and was on the sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing (2004-) coming 11th. In 2024, Mark was part of the BBC's swimming presenting team at the Paris Olympic Games. Mark Foster Charity Work Since retiring from competitive swimming, Mark has taken on an enormous amount of charity work. He is an ambassador for Sportsaid and Pools 4 School – for which he regularly appears on BBC TV news and local radio shows, works alongside LGTBQ+ charity Stonewall and sexual health charity The Terrence Higgins Trust; he appeared on Let’s Dance for Sport Relief (2009-2017) in 2010, supported ActionAid’s PoverTee Day in 2009 by having a T-shirt painted on his torso, and became patron of the Anaphylaxis Campaign in memory of a friend who died from severe allergies. He won £10,000 for the charity through appearing on Who Wants to be a Millionaire (1998-). He has been a celebrity judge for the Miele Fashion Prize in aid of children’s charity Sparks, worked alongside British Gas to encourage people to learn to swim, supported Grey-Away Day to promote prostate cancer awareness, and has support Movember by growing facial hair every November. In 2013, Mark established the Mark Foster Swimming Academy for young swimmers aged 11-17. Mark Foster - Public Speaking Mark’s post-swimming career has seen him reinvent himself as a successful motivational speaker and is now one of the most popular motivational speakers on the circuit. His ability to talk to a variety of audiences about a wide range of subjects makes him a highly sought after speaker. In 2017, Mark came out as gay and explained that he thought his sexuality would negatively impact his professional swimming career, and that is why he hid it. But since he revealed his true identity, he has become a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ issues. Mark Foster - Speaking Topics - Drive and Determination - Going for Gold - Legends - Motivation - Peak Performance - Overcoming Adversity Mark Foster Speaking Clients Mark Foster has worked alongside industry giants such as British Gas, Huffington Post, Wellman Nutritional Products, Ted Baker, Jaguar, Just For Men, Speedo, , La Redoute, Lloyds Bank, Barun, BT, EE, American Express. Having spent over two decades as an elite athlete, Mark Foster has learned valuable lessons in performing under pressure, strategy and discipline. Mark is friendly, personable, down-to-earth, accommodating and motivational. If you’re after a passionate, inspirational and successful LGBTQ+ speaker, look no further than Mark Foster. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book swimmer and LGBTQ+ speaker Mark Foster for your corporate event. Contact us.

Mark Lemon is an award-winning children’s author, podcaster, grief & mental health speaker and bereavement ambassador for children's charity, Winston's Wish. When Mark was 12-years-old his father was murdered and he has now dedicated his life to helping children, young people and adults struggling to come to terms with their grief and mental health. Contact Great British Speakers today to book child bereavement speaker Mark Lemon for your next event. Mark Lemon has carried out public speaking engagements for Natwest, presented at conferences and facilitated interviews for The Good Grief Festival. Mark has spoken publicly on Sky News, London Live Television, BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio Bristol, Solent, Yorkshire and has written articles for the Daily Mail, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Independent and METRO. Mark has read to assemblies and facilitated workshops in primary schools across the UK. Mark Lemon Podcaster In 2019, Mark launched his successful podcast, Grief Is My Superpower. With over 80,000 downloads the podcast has been praised by those finding comfort in their grief and mental health. The podcast has been ranked in the Top 10 Shows Charts on Apple Itunes with guests including The Right Honourable Stuart Lawrence, Jesse James Wood, Gabby Allen, Candice Brathwaite, and more. See Mark on BBC Points West: Mark Lemon - Talk topics: Grief and Mental Health • Surviving childhood trauma. • Supporting a colleague through grief. • Recognising the warning signs to support a member of staff. • How to support a child or young person with their grief and trauma. • Recognising the warning signs for how to support a school pupil. • How to channel your grief to succeed in life. Mark Lemon - Writing Mark is now using his childhood trauma to inspire schools and organisations to open up the conversation surrounding the taboo subject of grief and mental health. Mark started writing and publishing books after noticing a lack of diversity in children’s books, and as a father of two dual heritage children himself, knew something had to change. His series of books feature his own children, Otis and Thea Lemon, and his debut title Otis Lemon & The Spectacular Submarine was awarded the Platinum Junior Design Award for the Children’s Book of The Year in 2016. With his latest award-winning book, The Magical Wood, Mark drew on his own childhood trauma following his father’s murder when he was just 12 years old. Published on the 26th anniversary on his father’s death, The Magical Wood has been praised by families who are coping with grief or anticipating the death of someone they love. Mark Lemon School Author Visits • Assembly readings plus Q&A. • Writing and designing your own story workshops. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book grief ambassador and mental health speaker Mark Lemon for your next live event or video.  Contact us.

Mark Wright is one of the most recognisable television and radio presenters in the UK. He first appeared on our screens in 2010 as part of the original cast of ITV2’s The Only Way is Essex (2010-). He was an instant hit and proved to be so popular with fans that ITV offered him a place in the 2011 series of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here (2002-), where he was the runner up. Mark’s television career has grown and grown, but he has also expanded into passion projects away from the silver screen. Contact Great British Speakers today to book television personality Mark Wright for your next event.   Before he became a staple on our screens, Mark Wright was a semi-professional football player for the youth teams of Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham. Once he hit 18, he moved up to Southend United, which he balanced with freelance club promoting. It was whilst doing this that he was spotted by a TV producer and he replaced football with presenting. Mark Wright TV Personality After finishing second in the jungle, Mark was snapped up to front a number of popular television shows, including Mark Wright’s Hollywood Nights (2012), Party Wright Around the World (2014), Take Me Out: The Gossip (2012-2016) which is the companion show to the dating show Take Me Out (2010-2019), Surprise Surprise (1984-2001; 2012-2015), and CBBC’s Dengineers (2015-). In 2014, he took part in the twelfth series of the prime-time show Strictly Come Dancing (2004-), partnering with professional dancer Karen Hauer. They made it to the final in which they came fourth. He has also guest hosted popular television shows such as Channel 5’s The Bachelor (2003-2019), and This Morning (1988-) alongside Rochelle Humes. As well as being front and centre presenting popular shows, Mark can often be seen as a guest on panel and reality shows, including Who Do You Think You Are? (2004-), Loose Women (1999-), Blankety Blank (1979-), Celebrity Juice (2008-), I’ll Get This (2018-), Alan Carr: Chatty Man (2009-2017), and Comic Relief (1985-). In 2017, Mark crossed the pond and co-hosted American show Extra! (1994-) alongside U.S actor and presenter Mario Lopez, where he interviewed a wide range of celebrities including James Cordon, Millie Bobby Brown, and Kim Kardashian. Mark Wright Heart FM Presenter As well as our television screens, Mark can be hard on Heart FM Radio. He has been hosting shows since 2012, including the Friday and Saturday slot ‘Club Classics’, the main Monday-Thursday slot, and his own weekend show filled with feel-good party tracks. Mark has also shown off his DJ-ing skills at private and public events around the world, including in Ibiza. Regardless of his success on the silver screen, Mark hasn’t abandoned his love of sports and fitness completely. Mark signed for Crawley Town football team in 2020 where he played against Leeds United in the FA Cup. He left Crawley Town at the end of the 2020-21 season, and now lends his skills to charity work, participating in Soccer Aid (2016-) in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. In 2021, Mark featured in a mini-series for the BBC titled Mark Wright: The Last Chance (2021) which followed his efforts to revive his professional football career. Thanks to this love for sport, he has become a go-to reporter for a variety of fitness-related programmes, including ITV’s Daybreak (2010-2014) and their mini-series Downsize in Dubai (2010). He amalgamated all his passions for sport and fitness by launching his own app, Train Wright, which focusses on health, fitness, and nutrition. This then led him to host the London Marathon coverage in 2020. Mark Wright Corporate Work Mark Wright soon expanded his brand, releasing his own range of fragrances, and taking up roles with big brands such as Candy Crush, Littlewoods, Matalan, and Oykos. Alongside his wife, actress Michelle Keegan, he owns a number of properties which he develops and sells on, and is keen to have his own property programme. His vast experience on camera and at live events, as well as his charm and charisma, make him the perfect choice to host your event. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book television and radio host Mark Wright for your corporate event. Contact us.

Max Whitlock OBE is one of the most successful gymnasts in British history with over 30 major titles, including 10 Commonwealth medals, 1 World Cup title, 8 European Championship medals, 8 World Championship medals and 6 Olympic medals to his name. As of 2022, Max is the most successful gymnast on the Pommel Horse, with at least 14 medals in this discipline alone. An extremely inspiring, popular and friendly public figure, Max is a leading role model for younger generations of athletes. He connects with his audience on a personal level whilst sharing insights into his personal and professional life, as well as sharing how you can reach and stay at the top of competitive industries. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Olympic Gymnastic Legend Max Whitlock for your next event. Max Whitlock was first introduced to gymnastics at age seven, going on to join the Sapphire School of Gymnastics. When he was 12, he joined his coach Klemen Bedenik in Slovenia to continue his training, before joining the South Essex gymnastics club upon his return to England. He first burst onto the competitive gymnastics scene in 2010 where he won three medals at the Commonwealth Games, before making his debut at the World Championships the following year. He made his mark on the public at the 2012 London Olympics, before making history in 2015 by being the first British man to win gold at a World Championships. He would go on to further success at the 2016 Rio Olympics where he won the first medal for Great Britain in the all-around event for over 100 years, before becoming the first British gold medallist in artistic gymnastics and the pommel horse, winning both within an hour of each other. In 2017 he became the first British athlete to defend a gymnastics world title; within the next year he would go on to win medals at the Commonwealth, European and World Championships. By the time the 2020 Tokyo Olympic games came along in 2021, he had managed to hold on to his European and World titles, and go on to retain his Olympic Pommel Horse title. He competed at the 2024 Paris Games - his final Olympics - but was unable to defend his title, coming 4th in the Pommel Horse. Since becoming one of the most inspirational and impressive athletes in the country, Max and his wife have wanted to give back to the gymnastic community, so they set up the Max Whitlock Gymnastics Club. The club’s aim is to provide quality, productive and fun classes for children and aspiring gymnasts up and down the country. In 2020, Max released his first book, The Whitlock Workout: Get Fit and Healthy in Minutes, where he shares his own fitness and workout tips, as well as healthy and nutritious recipes. The book was so well received it made it to the top 100 of Amazon’s Gymnastics Books list. Thanks to his success in the sport, Max was awarded an MBE in the 2017 New Year’s Honours List, which was upgraded to an OBE in 2022. Max Whitlock Public Speaking Through his sport, Max has shown extreme drive and determination to become the best within his field of expertise. Max is now a popular member of the corporate circuit, ideal for audiences looking for business or sport motivation. As a relatable figure for young people, a role model for aspiring athletes and gymnastics and someone with traits desired by those in the business world, Max is ideal for a whole host of events in the search for an effective motivational speaker. Max Whitlock Speaking Topics - Olympic Games - Drive and Determination - Overcoming Obstacles - Controlling Your Own Success Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Olympic Medal Winning Gymnast Max Whitlock for your corporate event. Contact us.

Michael Maisey went from former gang member, addict and suicidal convict to successful award-winning author, motivational speaker and the founder of a successful not-for-profit organisation. As a youth and teenager, Michael’s life was shaped by abuse, turbulence and trauma which resulted in extreme feelings of guilt and loss. This led to criminality, drink and substance abuse, with his addiction to heroin starting at 12 years old. His subsequent recovery and his transformational journey of self-reflection has seen him go on to set up and run a successful social enterprise Change is Possible, known as The CIP Project, helping people dealing with addiction, trauma, grief, poor mental health, or those struggling following their release from prison. Michael’s inspirational story is detailed in his award winning book Young Offender. He has also appeared on TV, been interviewed in national newspapers and appeared on many podcasts about his life and his passion for helping others. His power as a speaker and motivator is not just telling the story of what has happened but also his deep understanding of the why. His TEDx talk has been hailed as a masterpiece. Contact Great British Speakers today to book the inspirational Michael Maisey for your next event. It was at the age of 16 that Michael received his first custodial sentence, the start of a life of crime that looked destined to destroy him. During a later prison sentence aged 18 Michael was struggling with heroin withdrawal and he tried to end his life, but his suicide attempt was thwarted by a prison guard. In that moment, Michael realised that he wanted to live. After his release from prison, Michael started his journey of recovery and self-reflection, leaving the world of drugs and addiction behind and replacing it with self-awareness and a love of helping people. In 2018, Michael set up The CIP Project, not-for-profit organisation based in the beautiful Devon countryside at a 25 acre outdoor retreat centre, providing self-development retreats and workshops. Over 2000 people suffering from addiction, mental health, PTSD and childhood trauma receive support every year through the project. Young Offender by Michael Maisey In 2019, Michael released his inspirational book Young Offender, a memoir exploring his life growing up on a West London council estate, sexual abuse, domestic violence and drug addiction. Charting his road to recovery, the book shows how deep self-reflection, a commitment to being sober and clean enabled Michael to see that change is possible and that his life could be turned around. His autobiography won two literary awards and featured as a best seller. Recognition for Michael Maisey After becoming sober and turning his life around, Michael became known for helping people in his west London community, particularly those experiencing what he had gone through. In 2014 he was honoured by the Metropolitan Police and the London Borough of Hounslow for his services to the community. Michael Maisey Talking Topics Michael talks passionately about the following three subjects in three different talks which are relatable to people from all walks of life. Harnessing the power of kindness Demystifying resilience Reframing ‘community’ from a cliché into a medicine     Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book the inspirational TEDx speaker Michael Maisey for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Natalie Silverman is passionate about fertility education and hosts The Fertility Podcast, the UK’s first podcast dedicated to supporting people struggling to conceive. She also offers podcast consulting to creative agencies. Natalie Silverman launched the podcast in 2014 after becoming pregnant from fertility treatment and not being able to find relatable content about her experience. Since its launch, Natalie has created over 300 episodes with more than half a million downloads and listeners in over 90 countries. The podcast is always within the top 100 health podcasts globally and was the UK’s first dedicated to this topic. It has paved the way for other podcasts in the fertility space and highlighted the vital need for people suffering with infertility to hear stories from others going through the same thing. Contact Great British Speakers today to book The Fertility Podcast speaker, Natalie Silverman for your next event. Natalie Silverman’s passion for women’s health is what has kept her podcast growing over the last few years, as her passion is to empower, educate and support men and women with up-to-date credible information. Her podcast topics include Male and Female fertility, miscarriage, donor conception and surrogacy and fertility in the workplace. In 2020, Natalie launched her bespoke fertility coaching service, working one-to-one and in groups to help people better understand their emotions and support their mental health. Natalie brings empathy and compassion to this challenging conversation in all her talks about it and continues to work within the fertility sector to help bridge the gap between the patient and the industry. A regular media spokesperson, Natalie has been featured in many titles including The Times, BBC World Service, BBC 5 Live, Grazia and You magazines, talking about the impact of treatment and her very personal decision to donate her remaining embryos to science rather than having further treatment to extend her family. Natalie is keen to change the narrative on one-child families and in 2019, she joined an independent steering committee for Ferring Pharmaceuticals as part of their ‘Fertility Awks’ video campaign; she shared a story of when she was publicly challenged about not having more children. From sharing her experience of going through fertility treatment whilst hosting her breakfast radio show, Natalie was invited to speak at AXA Insurance’s Diversity and Inclusion festival where she highlighted why fertility issues need to be understood in the workplace. In January 2020, she co-founded a new initiative called ‘Fertility Matters at Work’, working with corporates to help employees understand their rights regarding fertility treatment and employers to be able to support their staff better by understanding more about the emotional toll of treatment. Natalie continues to speak in the corporate setting about this issue, most recently working with Barclays Bank. The Fertility Podcast explained: Natalie also offers a podcast consultancy service, helping companies with planning, recording and publishing successful podcasts. Her client podcasts include Biolgan Supplements, Ovusense, KPMG, Surrogacy UK, The Karamel Podcast, Little Voice Big Business and Big Change of Heart. Natalie Silverman The Fertility Podcast Speaking Topics - How to engage with niche audiences - Podcasting - Male and Female Fertility - Pregnancy - Mental Health and Wellbeing With over a decade of working for commercial radio stations, Natalie is an accomplished live or recorded presenter. She is confident in discussing fertility as an after-dinner or keynote speaker, as a webinar host or panel chair. Clients: Asda, Audible, AXA, Cancer Research Race for Life, Barclays Bank, Coca Cola, Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority, The Fertility Show, LinkedIn, Mercedes Benz, Netflix, Next, The North West Baby Show, Queen Mary University of London, UJIA, United Nations, and Young Jewish Care. A Chat with Natalie Silverman As part of our ‘Chat with…’ podcast series at Great British Speakers, our director Jane Farnham sat down with Natalie to talk about her life as a radio and TV presenter, her fertility journey, lessons learned about fertility, and what led her to start The Fertility Podcast. [embed]https://vimeo.com/762699960[/embed] Natalie is also a popular host at Great British Presenters and voiceover artist at Great British Voices. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Fertility Education Speaker Natalie Silverman for your corporate event. Contact us.

Natasha Saunders is a testament to the strength and mental power inside all of us; overcoming eight years of domestic abuse, she has gone on to change laws, raise millions in funds and train various police forces and government departments on their awareness, response and wellbeing throughout the workforce. Alongside extensive media and live tv work, Natasha delivers motivational and keynote speeches for various sectors. Natasha also has an innovative and engaging training session to educate, support and develop both executives and staff in their approach to business and life challenges. In a progressive business landscape, Natasha can be the element to raise mental well-being and thus, productivity and motivation levels.   Contact Great British Speakers to book motivational speaker Natasha Saunders to speak at your next corporate event. Dynamic, animated and engaging, Natasha Saunders delivers heavy subject matter whilst projecting a story of survival. Throughout Natasha is open to questions and comments, able to respond in a productive and educating way and lift the room up the celebrate our thirst for freedom and empowerment. Whether in the private or public sector, each talk can be tailored to the needs of the audience and slides and further support can be supplied after the event. Natasha is also an accomplished facilitator, regularly new recruits at the Metropolitan Police at Hendon Police College on community engagement and societal issues. Whether you need a room immersed in a journey of survival, or an explanation of how mindset is everything when wanting to succeed, Natasha is the person to deliver that content. Natasha Saunders Speaking Topics: Domestic Abuse - Corporate Wellbeing – Self Development – Politics and Current Affairs – Mental Health – Diversity and inclusion –  Feminism - Leadership and Change – Fashion – Parenting – Trauma – Resilience - Equestrian Natasha Saunders - Key Talk Takeaways: Better understanding of human development and change - the importance of a healthy organisation - mental wellbeing and emotional intelligence - understanding abuse in all its forms - the strength of human nature - the power of mindset Natasha Saunders Clients: LexisNexis, Met Police, West Sussex Police, West Yorkshire Police, Cambridge Associates, Network Homes, City of London Police, Mayor of London, Refuge Charity and more...   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book domestic abuse & motivational mental health speaker Natasha Saunders to speak at your next live event. Contact us.

Nathalie Nahai is a bestselling author, speaker, and artist with deep expertise in human behaviour, AI, and web design. Her multidisciplinary background offers a unique lens for examining today’s most complex challenges. Drawing on a strong academic foundation, Nathalie delivers compelling, high-impact keynotes on topics such as AI and agency, customer experience, brand resilience, and the psychological forces shaping AI’s role in business and society. Her insights help organizations navigate the evolving digital landscape with clarity and strategic foresight. Her acclaimed book, Webs of Influence: The Psychology of Online Persuasion, has become a go-to resource for corporate leaders and academic institutions alike. Meanwhile, her latest work, Business Unusual: Values, Uncertainty, and the Psychology of Brand Resilience, has been recognized as a cornerstone text in modern business thinking. As a behavioral science advisor and host of The Hive Podcast, Nathalie works with industry giants such as Google, Accenture, Unilever, and Harvard Business Review, guiding them in applying behavioral science to enhance their business strategies with intention and impact.** Contact Great British Speakers today to book online ethics and psychology speaker Nathalie Nahai for your next event. Nathalie Nahai's speaking topics encompass various subjects related to human behaviour, technology, and business. Her talks delve into the psychological aspects of web design, online persuasion, and brand resilience. She explores how businesses can ethically apply behavioural science principles to enhance their strategies. Nathalie's expertise also extends to discussing the impact of technology on human behaviour, digital ethics, and the role of empathy in design. She also delivers insightful talks highlighting Gen Z's influence on brand resilience, communication strategies, and persuasive online platforms. She explores how organisations can adapt to changing consumer behaviours by prioritising trust, transparency, and meaningful customer experiences. Her discussions delve into the psychology behind resonant communication, highlighting techniques for effectively engaging customers online. Nathalie also addresses the principles behind persuasive platforms, emphasising psychological dynamics to create habit-forming customer experiences. She addresses these subjects with a focus on practical insights and real-world applications, drawing from her background in human behaviour, web design, and the arts. Her speaking engagements provide valuable perspectives on navigating the complex challenges posed by our digital age and evolving business landscape. Nathalie is a lecturer at ELISAVA (School of Design and Engineering) on their Masters programme in Human Interaction and AI, teaching ‘Transversal vision of artificial intelligence’. NATHALIE NAHAI | AUTHOR Business Unusual - Values, Uncertainty and the Psychology of Brand Resilience Public trust in institutions is at an unprecedented low, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The challenge lies in adapting to evolving consumer values, priorities, and expectations to ensure the longevity of our businesses. "Business Unusual," drawing on the latest research and real-world examples, offers a roadmap for businesses to navigate this landscape. Through cutting-edge insights and case studies, the book demonstrates how psychological frameworks can be applied to create a resilient brand that resonates with internal and external stakeholders. It outlines various strategies, from defining core values and showcasing integrity using the "4 C's," to practical techniques for conflict resolution and trust-building. By providing actionable guidance, "Business Unusual" equips readers to construct a business that thrives in uncertainty and transformative change. It emphasizes the importance of aligning values, fostering integrity, and employing psychological tactics to reinforce trust, ultimately assisting businesses in adapting to the challenges of the post-pandemic era. Webs Of Influence (2nd Ed) - The Psychology of Online Persuasion "Webs of Influence" (2nd Edition) offers an in-depth exploration of digital persuasion, examining how commerce has evolved into a primarily online domain where competition for customer acquisition and retention is fiercer than ever. Written by Nathalie Nahai, this updated edition integrates the latest insights from psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics to uncover the subtle mechanisms that shape consumer choices. As digital interactions continue to redefine the business landscape, this book provides a thorough analysis of the psychological drivers behind online decision-making and engagement strategies. NATHALIE NAHAI | PODCAST The Hive Podcast - Nathalie Nahai, In Conversation Nathalie Nahai, In Conversation is a thought-provoking series launched in 2018, offering deep explorations into the complex relationships between people, technology, and the interconnected world we inhabit. Each season takes a fresh perspective on pressing modern challenges, covering themes such as eco-psychology, digital innovation, societal transformation, and the narratives shaping our collective mindset. Dedicated to uncovering forward-thinking and inspiring solutions, the series features leading experts who are pioneering change in their respective fields. Recognized among the top 3% of global shows in popular culture and society, "Nathalie Nahai, In Conversation" frequently intersects with The Hive Podcast, welcoming distinguished guests from business, psychology, and beyond to enrich discussions about our rapidly evolving world.** As well as her own podcast, Nathalie has been invited to guest host a number of others, including the Future Talent Learning series, and The Guardian's Brain Waves and Tech Weekly. She has also hosted talks for Advava, business panels for festivals, including the Medicine Festival, the The Guardian's Changing Media Summit, and moderated panels at the Web Summit and SXSW. Nathalie has recently launched the Flourishing Futures Salon, a project designed to help leaders navigate change through transformational conversations around the dinner table, as food has always played a central role in forging deeper conversations and relationships. NATHALIE NAHAI | KEYNOTES Nathalie Nahai covers various impactful speaking topics that delve into the intricate intersections of psychology, communication, branding, and customer engagement. Here's a concise summary of each topic: Reclaiming Creativity and Self-Determination in an Age of AI As we look towards a more automated, performance-oriented future – from how we engage customers to the ways in which we work – it can be easy to believe there’s little room for our own ingenuity, imagination, and skills. Yet as technology becomes increasingly integrated into all aspects of our lives, it is precisely our ability to step back and understand others are a more meaningful level that will enable us to thrive. Nathalie takes a peel behind the hype and explore the three universal psychological needs driving human behaviour. Key takeaways You’ll discover the hidden science of how our subconscious responds to human versus AI-generated content You’ll learn about the three universal psychological needs and how we can use AI to meet them (rather than undermine them) You’ll learn how to harness creativity to earn trust and rapport with your customer Who is it for? This is ideal for people in C-level and leadership positions, and those working in marketing, communication, advertising, and business.  Building Trust, Engagement, and Agency in an Age of AI Every day we’re bombarded with headlines about AI – how it’s evolving, the threats and benefits it poses to our jobs, and how it will transform our lives. Yet how much of this is hype? How can we discern fact from fiction? How do we prioritise real connection, while navigating the promise and per

Nick Williams: Leading to inspire the best in your people. How to draw the best from yourself and others. A key element of leadership today is not how to control or manipulate people, but to inspire them and develop your ability to draw the best out of yourself and others. Contact Great British Speakers today to motivational speaker Nick Williams for your next event. Too often, part of our job is to motivate others to be their best, and this is much easier to do when we are a living example and have already figured out to draw the best out of ourselves. We then know what it takes. In this practical, fascinating and inspiring talk, Nick shares his over 30-year experience of working with leaders and Self-leadership to help you understand how you draw the best put out of yourself, your strengths and gifts and talents. He then shares how you can use your best to draw the best of our others. What you will learn from Nick Williams’s presentation: • How to learn to inspire, liberate and draw the best out of ourselves • How to deal with the inevitable fear and resistance we will inevitably encounter • How to understand the power and value of vulnerability in yourself • How to then inspire the best in others • The differences between inspiration and motivation and when to use both • How to recognize and handle other people’s resistance • How to encourage and celebrate talent rather than use control • The amazing things that can happen as a result of drawing out the best in yourself and others Nick Williams Thought Leadership Since Nick Williams left his corporate job to follow his calling, he has immersed himself in the world of 'thought leadership' initially in the areas of personal and spiritual growth, creative expression and inspired business and leadership. Through his involvement with Alternatives at Saint James’s in Piccadilly where he got to meet and host many of the leading voices on the planet. He then began to find his own voice and his own thought leadership through his own speaking, coaching and ultimately writing. Nick Williams Speaking From The Heart All his own 'thought leadership' has been born out of personal experience, struggles and triumphs about how he liberated his own best gifts and talents. He has pioneered in offering thought leadership in the key areas of work, success, power, inspiration, creativity, entrepreneurship, fear and now leadership, he has written about what he's found has worked and not worked. Each of his 14 books has been offering his contribution to thought leadership in these areas. Nick Willimas Keynote Speaking Nick Williams has given hundreds of talks around the world, in seventeen countries, to varied and diverse groups including corporate and entrepreneurial, spiritual and inspiring audiences. His messages speak to the universal desire we each have to discover what we are on earth for, to lead ourselves to what we were born to do, who we were born to be and to fulfil our potential and then act as an inspiration to others. He speaks about self-leadership and the leadership of others. Nick Willimas Speaking Topics Leading with inspiration is not just about having a position of power, you don’t need to be voted for, anointed or appointed to lead. It is the choice to show up, to not give in to our fears, to be generous, to be creative, to share what is meaningful to us. We can all lead with inspiration in any and every moment we choose to. Clients that have invited Nick Williams to work with them. He has been invited to give talks in seventeen countries around the world, for public and entrepreneurial audiences, and also for dozens of companies including BT, Johnson & Johnson, The Institute of Leadership and Management, BAE, IKEA, BBC, Yahoo, Just Eat, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Fosters, Mastercard, Deloitte Touche, W H Smith, The Met Police, McKinsey, The Chartered Institute of Marketing, The Health and Safety Executive, The Global Leaders Academy, Yo! Sushi and Merrill Lynch. Nick Williams has also participated in over 2,000 media features and interviews to date. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Inspirational Keynote Speaker Nick Williams for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us.

Nisha Menon- A Medical Microbiologist turned mumpreneur; who is the Director of Nikasu Foods & Founder of Jack & Chill. The businesses have an impressive list of clients globally incl celebrity chefs, fine dining restaurants, pub chains, stadiums and high-end health stores! She was nominated to attend the FORTUNE Most Powerful Women Summit in London & is 3 times Finalist of Croydon Business Awards. She has contributed and been featured in various press articles incl BBC news, FEMINA magazine, Empowered Magazine & TELEGRAPH. She also runs a Facebook Group (UK Importers Hub) which supports over 2.5K businesses who import goods into the UK. During lockdown in April 2020, she started her self -titled YouTube channel (now over 100K views) to support aspiring entrepreneurs & Importers, where she shares learnings in her business journey. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Jack & Chill mumpreneur motivational speaker Nisha Menon to speak at your next live or virtual event or call +44 1753 439289. Nisha Menon started her career as a Medical Microbiologist, then turned into family business NIKASU (manufacturing Indian Frozen food products) after her kids were born. She expanded and built the UK and European customer base for the business, alongside managing her family. In 2019, she launched Jack & Chill with a mission to educate everyone about the versatility of Jackfruit and provide delicious meat alternatives to vegans & vegetarians. Their Jackfruit Burgers, Biryani & Pulled Jackfruit are available to buy from Whole Foods, Planet Organic and over 500+ independent health stores in the UK, Ireland & Europe. They also supply restaurants, caterers and several well-known manufacturers & food service customers. During the pandemic, the business was massively affected and went to zero sales overnight, plus holding 10 tonnes of stock for customers! But they gradually pivoted in a few weeks and expanded into Iceland, launched their cookbook on Amazon and started selling online. Nisha Menon Motivational Speaker 7 Entrepreneur She has a passion for motivational speaking, where she inspires young adults, entrepreneurs and small businesses with her story of building resilience, obstacles she faced, the lessons she has learned and how to bounce back when life gets tough! She also mentors and gives motivational talks to students and aspiring businesses along with giving talks at industry events & exhibitions. Nisha is the 'Jackfruit Expert' and has spoken at various industry events where she shares her insights about the popularity of the most sustainable Jackfruit in the vegan menu. . Nisha Menon - Talk topics Creating a Food brand from scratch, Things to know when importing into the UK, How to choose the right product for your business, 20 questions to ask your supplier, How to find customers for your products, Different pricing strategies, 4Ps of marketing, How to bounce back when things get tough, How business taught me to build resilience, My top learnings in my journey from a Microbiologist to an entrepreneur, 6 Business mistakes I made as an entrepreneur, 7 steps to starting your business, Route to Entrepreneurship with learnings. . Nisha’s ability to present information in an engaging, actionable & informative way from her personal story, has inspired audiences from school & university students, aspiring entrepreneurs & business owners from various sectors! Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Nisha Menon for your next live or hybrid event.  Contact us.

Social media influencer, podcaster and fledgling comedienne Oenone is full of questions about our world and our species: Why is the world the way it is? Does using a menstrual cup mean you’re allowed to sometimes forget your keep cup? Are our actions free-will or conditioning? Contact Great British Speakers today to book 'Adulting' podcaster and influencer Oenone Forbat for your next event. 'Adulting' podcast Oenone’s podcast Adulting has been downloaded over 4 million times, and tackles the subjects we’re not always so comfortable to discuss – sexuality, racism, relationships and privilege. She has also leant her musings to podcasts including Balancing Act, where she discussed how she balances her influencing career, her podcast and her new comedic role, On the Happy Train which discusses how her fitness journey has changed as she has got older, and Saturn Returns, where Oenone discussed the pros and cons of having a personal brand and how social media can just be an illusion. Her ever growing social media presence of over 130,000 are delighted with posts about her fitness journey, her comedy, her sex life, female boundaries, feminism, jewellery, politics, her book club – no topic is off limits to Oenone. Writing She is a big influencer in the book industry, offering a monthly online book club where she discusses the latest releases, her favourite reads and the problems with some books. She also uses it as a chance to make new friends and show off her style; a style that has moved from fast fashion to a thriftier more sustainable fashion. Her popular podcast, social media and book club means she has worked alongside publishing giant Penguin, tech brand Google Chromebook and newspaper The Economist. Speaking Oenone has spoken at a wide variety of corporate events and TEDx talks on all aspects of social media and the world of influencing Some of the points she covers are: How can a brand build a social media presence? Which platforms work best for which brands/demographics? What is it that keeps customers coming back to a page? Why does influencer marketing work? How can brands be more appealing to influencers? What makes a successful ad campaign? Which influencers should you be targeting? Why should you use gifting as part of your marketing budget? How is influencer marketing changing and what's coming next? She shares stats from her own audience to illustrate many of these points.   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book social media influencer Oenone Forbat for your corporate event. Contact us.

Ola Jordan is one of the world’s best professional dancers, as proved by her 8 years on the BBC’s “Strictly Come Dancing”.  Her warm and funny personality shone through on this programme, making her a firm audience favourite. Originally from a small town near Warsaw in Poland, Ola began her dance career at the age of 10, where she shone, and then enrolled into a dance school when she was just 12. From here she entered many competitions, becoming the winner of the Polish Championships at 17 in 1999 and going on to the World Championships, coming in to top 12 the same year. Contact – Great British Speakers today to book Ola Jordan for your next corporate event or call +44 1753 439289. After being contacted by James Jordan to see if she would like to be his dance partner, James went to Poland and they were a perfect match, professionally and romantically!  Ola moved to the UK in April 2000 and they were married 3 years later. After many competition wins and representing England in the World Championships, Ola and James went to Hong Kong to teach Latin American dance.  They returned home for “Strictly Come Dancing”, where they competed with celebrities for 9 series! Ola has now moved on from “Strictly” to new adventures.  She has an autobiography called “Strictly Ola” out, as well as a 2017 calendar.  She also teaches and runs dance events. As well as devoting time to charity work, Ola is very keen on yoga to keep her toned and loves extreme sports (such as Wake-boarding).  She’s also quite keen on a bit of shopping too, as she finds it helps her to relax! Ola is becoming a TV personality in her own right, appearing as a judge on “Dancing on Wheels” and looks forward to more adventures both in the broadcast and corporate world, including hosting, presenting personal appearances and ambassadors roles. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Ola Jordan for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Oli France guides teams through the world’s wildest places. Oli France is an adventurer and expedition leader who has spent over a decade travelling to and navigating the world’s most challenging environments. From deserts to war-torn countries, his adventures aren’t just about survival. Instead, he sees them as lessons in human resilience under extreme conditions. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, and a qualified Winter Mountain Leader with a degree in Outdoor Leadership. In 2021, he founded the company Wild Edge, where he organises and leads adventurous journeys around the world. His experiences, qualifications, and expertise have made Oli a very popular keynote speaker, sharing his travelling tales, as well as providing tips on developing self-confidence and resilience. He has spoken to audiences large and small across the UK and Europe, focussing on empowerment, adversity, growth, and positivity. Contact Great British Speakers today to book expedition leader, adventurer, leadership & resilience speaker Oli France for your next event. "We invited Oli to be our keynote speaker at our company conference in September 2024. Every interaction with him leading up to the day was a real pleasure: he is friendly, personable and very professional. On the day itself, he delivered a keynote that demonstrated that he had really listened to our brief and had tailored his content to meet the objectives for the session. He engaged the room with his style and content and was more than happy to stay for coffee and informal discussions with the team afterwards. We’ve had nothing but positive feedback about Oli from the team and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for motivational and leadership sessions." - Claire - People Director - Great British Speakers' Client   OLI FRANCE - ADVENTURES & EXPLORATIONS Oli France’s passion for all things adventure started when he was a teenager, where she spent many years on a number of ‘misadventures’, from dodging bombs in Beirut to searching for lions in Uganda. In the years since, his adventures have seen him travel across over 75 countries, through jungles, mountains, deserts, and war-torn regions. He has travelled alone, and he has led teams through high-risk situations in Iraq, the Congo, and Syria. Examples of Oli France's adventures include: - An 8,000-mile solo winter journey across the mountainous spine of Asia - Guiding one of the first tourist groups through Syria since the start of the civil war - A solo 405-mile crossing of the world’s biggest frozen lake in Siberia whilst hauling a 60kg sled - Climbed the highest mountain in in Iraq, as well as other mountains including Mount Blanc and Nyiragongo - Completed a human-powered journey from the lowest point in Africa to the highest; a 1,636 mile bike ride, followed by a successful Kilimanjaro climb, all whilst guiding a group of fellow adventurers In 2024, he plans to make a 3,500-mile human-powered journey from Death Valley in California to Denali in Alaska, over 10 weeks, through deserts, frozen roads, and impressive mountains. Oli France has faced some of the harshest environments and treacherous situations; he has faced minefields, spies, interrogators, arrests, earthquakes, avalanches, meningitis, and severe dehydration. What makes that more impressive is that he has maintained a 100% record of keeping his team and his clients safe. His adventures have seen him publish The Trail of the Mountain Folk (2017), particularly inspired by his trek over the Asian mountains. See  Oli's TV presenter showreel and discover just some of his amazing adventures: . OLI FRANCE - KEYNOTE SPEAKER Oli has spoken to small teams and large teams, intimate gatherings of audiences of hundreds, in-person and virtually; whichever form, his mission is quite simple – “to guide the audience on a journey, bringing empowering new perspectives on resilience, self-confidence, leadership, and how we can fulfil our boldest life goals”. Travelling to such places as Oli does, it’s important to recognise the pressure and the perils that come along with this way of life. Over the years, Oli has focussed on the need for high-functioning teams in all high-pressured situations. He has spoken to industry-leading business figures, former CIA officers, terminal cancer patients, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and young people embarking on their first adventure. Finding Light in the Darkest Places: Oli has faced a range of bleak situations in high-risk environments; what he has learned from this is how we all hold the power to find the light even in our darkest times. He will talk about the importance of perspective, and leave audiences feeling empowered to cope with difficult situations, and to use them as an opportunity to grow. The Confidence Within: When we look at successful people, we think that they must be really happy and confident. But that’s not always true. In fact, it is our self-confidence that can be the limiting factor in achieving our goals. Oli shares how to unlock our self-confidence, leaving audience members filled with a newfound sense of self-belief in which to achieve our boldest ambitions. Leadership on the Edge: Oli has led countless teams through high-risk situations, from the tallest mountains to the densest jungles. Oli shares his leadership lessons from these demanding environments, focussing on the human elements of leadership, providing audience members with the tools to build their resilient, caring, and high-performing teams. See Oli's TEDx Bristol talk on risk below: [embed]https://vimeo.com/1001223854[/embed] OLI FRANCE - SPEAKING TOPICS - Teamwork - Performing Under Pressure - Decision Making - Communication - Resilience - Inspiration Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book leadership and mental health adventure motivational speaker Oli France for your corporate event.

Known to many as Paddington Train Crash survivor ‘The Lady in the Mask’, Pam Warren’s extraordinary experiences are so much more than that one incident. Going from owning a multi-million turnover financial services company, surviving the crash with life-changing injuries, running a strategised UK-wide rail safety campaign (and winning), living with PTSD, and successfully rebuilding her life, she is the epitome of resilience and motivation. Pam Warren offers audiences, not just inspiration, but actual strategies to employ to overcome their own challenges. Her passion is to get everyone to fall in love with change. “I listened to Pam’s talk and must say it was absolutely inspirational. It was really motivational – thank you”. – Innovus BMS Contact Great British Speakers today to book Paddington Rail Crash survivor and inspirational speaker Pam Warren for your next event. In October 1999, Pam Warren was involved in the Ladbroke Grove rail crash; she was among the 419 injured passengers. Her injuries were so bad that she wasn’t expected to survive; after a three-week coma, numerous skin grafts, and operations, Pam had to wear a Perspex mask for 23 hours a day for 18 months, which spurred her nickname ‘The Lady in the Mask’.     Pam’s experience, both in the city and in leading a successful rail safety campaign, gives her a unique perspective on business challenges and how to master them. She delivers her speech with warmth and humour, managing to emotionally connect with her audience which drives her business strategies home. Pam is a consummate professional and feedback from both organisers and audiences have always been extremely positive. Pam works with organisations who want to transform disruptive change into natural pathways to success. Using her real experience combined with unique strategies, she shows companies that lasting legacies CAN be built. She is now an ambassador for The Scar Free Foundation, a charity whose research aims to make scarring from wounds and injuries a thing of the past. She also works with the Children’s Burns Research Centre and the Sue Ryder Hospice. Pam is also a board member of CultureMix Arts, an Arts Council NPO promoting diversity and inclusion through music, and a member of the national Railway Industry Health and Safety Advisory Committee (RIHSAC). Since her injury, Pam has published her critically acclaimed, five-star autobiography From Behind the Mask (2014), and appeared in The Daily Mail, Insurance Business Magazine, The Mirror, Daily Express, and Bella Magazine. She has been heard on Radio Swindon, Talk Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live, and Radio Berkshire, and starred in a range of television programmes, including The Day I Should Have Died (2016), Going Back, Giving Back (2016), and This Morning (2014).   PAM WARREN - INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER When presenting, Pam is clear that there’s nothing unusual or special about her. The only difference between the audience and herself is the severe physical and emotional trauma that she has to overcome. Weaving these experiences into her talks allows people to see the problems they are coming up against at work and at home as completely manageable. - Women of the Year Frink Award 2001 - Unison Bob Cotton Award 2001 - Nominated for the Chris Tarrant Award at the 2013 Pride of Reading Awards - Sue Ryder Women of Achievement Award 2015       Reasonably new to voiceover, Pam has undertaken various voice acting courses, including 121 Voiceover Actor Coaching at Soho Studios in London.  She is becoming a versatile and much-booked voiceover known for delivering captivating performances across different genres. Her natural, warm tone and ability to adapt to multiple styles make her perfect for commercials, corporate narration, e-learning, animation, and more.  Listen to her demos HERE.   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book inspirational speaker Pam Warren for your corporate event. Contact us.

Penny Power OBE is a UK entrepreneur, international public speaker, author, and community builder. In 1998, ahead of LinkedIn and Facebook, Penny Power and her husband created “Ecademy,” a platform which connected business people to one another with strong values around deep connections, honesty and the culture of “friendship first”. It grew to include 650,000 business members across 52 countries. Approaching business in a highly personal way, she performed her first Public Speech in 2001 to BT, with the topic of Emotional Wealth and its impact on Financial Wealth. Penny has always approached business in a highly personal way. Culminating in her Authoring her book in 2019 "Business is Personal' which shares the importance of respecting that our Personal life and attitudes impact our business life and visa versa. Recognition for the impact she has made in creating and nurturing business community came in 2014, when she was awarded an OBE by the Queen for her contribution to entrepreneurs through the power of community. Penny now speaks regularly on how to develop close relationships in business and how to manage ourselves in a rapidly changing world when people can often feel overwhelmed, and find managing change challenging. Penny leaves her audience feeling empowered and with new attitudes and insights that enable them to perform better and to take a deeper sense of responsibility for their futures. Contact Great British Speakers today to book entrepreneur and community expert Penny Power for your next event. In 2020, Penny and her husband Thomas launched BIP100 (Business Is Personal), an exclusive, intimate community of business experts that meet online, socially, as well as attending Masterminds and Business is Personal Dinners. Penny identifies the advances in technology and the benefits these bring but also the negative impacts that can come with them, including stress, anxiety and general mental health challenges. For years Penny was told that sensitivity in business was negative and that she had to be tougher. Over time, however, Penny grew to see her sensitivity as a strength and not something she wanted to change. Penny Power OBE books In 2018, Penny published her hit book Business Is Personal, which has helped thousands of business owners find success and happiness in their work.  Her second book Success Secrets for Wellbeing was published in 2022.  Community Mindset followed in 2023, which expands on her belief that implementing a community is a powerful asset for businesses and organisations, provided they understand the benefits of placing "citizens" at the centre of their strategy. Penny Power Talking Topics Community First A powerful speech that helps organisations shift toward a ‘community mindset’ and innovate the way they communicate and support their employees, clients, suppliers, and stakeholders. Business Is Personal An inspiring, ‘real life’ speech, designed to support organisations to create a culture of vulnerability, emotional intelligence and connection. Nothings In Your Way Encouraging self-empowerment and a positive attitude to building your career, Penny speaks about her journey in a very relatable way and encourages others to empower themselves. Includes Penny’s 12 Principles of Self Empowerment. Why book Penny Power OBE? Penny shares her experience and knowledge from 35 years in business and combines this with her desire and passion to help support businesses to build "community first" cultures. Cultures that help every person to feel heard, understood and appreciated. Her talks are engaging and inspiring, leaving her audiences touched by her passion and insight. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book the entrepreneur and business community builder Penny Power OBE for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Pete Cohen is a performance coach, TV presenter and expert, author, and popular motivational keynote speaker. He has over 30 years of experience in helping individuals and organisations to reach their full potential. His methodology offers a practical toolkit for sustainable and intentional return-on-investment, equipping his audiences with strategies, motivation, and opportunities to grow needed to achieve their ideal future selves, and to enhance their overall wellbeing. Over the years, he has published 20 books that have been translated into a number of languages worldwide. His team includes Professor Ray Sylvester from the Kelley School of Business at Indianapolis University; together they have created some pioneering work on the power of intention. Contact Great British Speakers today to book motivational business speaker Pete Cohen for your next event. Pete Cohen is one of the world’s most sought-after authorities on personal development. He has a vast amount of experience in speaking, consulting businesses, as a life strategist, presenter, and author. He has worked with some of the most iconic global brands, including Barclaycard, Dell, and Four Seasons. He has also worked with world-class athletes including Dame Ellen MacArthur, Ronnie O’Sullivan, and Sally Gunnell. With an ability to supercharge his clients’ performances, he has a passion for understanding the way the human mind works, and using exceptional skills he’s able to maximise their potential and unlock talent. He specialises in human behaviour, coaching, and performance, with an incredible understanding of people and the limitations they have which prevent them living more productive and happy lives. PETE COHEN - IN THE MEDIA Pete has appeared on a number of major TV channels as presenter, confidence coach, life coach, and expert, including: - The Coach (Discovery) - Looking Good Feeling Great (ITV) - Fat Chance (ITV) - This Morning (ITV) - Body Beautiful (Living TV) - Confidence Lab (BBC 2) - Fantasy Retirement (BBC 3) - Going For the Burn (Channel 4) - Diet SOS (Living Channel) - GMTV (ITV) PETE COHEN - PODCASTER Pete Cohen is also the host of the Mi365 Podcast, which shows how anyone can be who they want to be. Each episode gives insights into how to create a more fulfilling life, and how to accomplish dreams. It contains interviews with some of the most inspiring figures in the world, as well as profiles and presentations, aiming to inspire every listener to become their best self. PETE COHEN - AUTHOR Pete Cohen is also the bestselling author of 20 books, including: - Feeling Good For No Reason (1999) - Lighten Up (2001) - Habit Busting (2002) - Sort Your Life Out (2009) - Life DIY (2012) - Shut the Duck Up (2015)   His other books cover topics include physical health, mental wellbeing, leadership, and engagement.   PETE COHEN - INFLUENCER People’s understanding of what an ‘influencer’ is changes with each generation, but Pete is an influence in the truest sense of the word. With over 61,000 social media followings, he is active on platforms including Instagram and YouTube, providing daily inspirational posts to his followers. He was also the first author to publish a book on the new platform Clubhouse.   PETE COHEN - BUSINESS & PERFORMANCE COACH Pete has over 30 years of experience in psychology and human behaviour, and he has used this experience to help people change their lives for the better. He has brought people out of despair, and build a better life for themselves and their families. Pete has a background in sports science and graduated from Gloucester University with a degree in the topic; he has since coached athletes such as Sally Gunnell, Roger Black, Ellen McArthur, Ronnie O’Sullivan, the Kent Cricket Team, and the Arsenal Football Club. How Can Pete Help Me? - He helps clients shape their thoughts to sharpen mental focus, eliminate negative thinking, and cultivate proactive leadership - Helps to develop skills to stay focussed - Eliminates second-guessing and uncertainty - Helps to overcome burnout and boost energy levels - Provides a methodical approach to health, including lifestyle adjustments, exercise, and nutrition   PETE COHEN - KEYNOTE SPEAKER For over 25 years, Pete has been delivering impactful keynote speeches and presentations to corporations around the world, helping businesses and individuals to unlock their full potential through the power of wellbeing, mindset, and intentional growth. His topics include: - The power of intentional thinking - Talent management - Organisational success - Shifting from a reactive to an intentional mindset - Empowering teams to take ownership of their behaviours - Employee wellbeing - Productivity and performance - Sustainable success PETE COHEN - KEYNOTE TALKS Turn Your S*IT Into a HIT – Transforming Adversity: In this talk, Pete challenges his audience to take a fresh look at adversity – at the s*it moments – and turn them into opportunities. He unpacks how stress, setbacks, and struggles often trap us in reactive cycles, making us feel we are surviving rather than thriving. Drawing on his own experiences and case studies, he shows that intentional thinking is a powerful tool for shifting our lives from existential s*it to intentional HIT. Key takeaways: - Identify when you’re in reactive s*it thinking - Transform stress into “eustress”, or positive stress - Reframe challenges as opportunities - Learn to transform adversity into fuel for advancement - Harness Intentional Thinking - Become the innovator in your own life - Turning failures into breakthroughs - Find your ‘renewable mental fuel’ - Practice intentionality in every decision   Just Get On With It – The Power of Intentional Thinking in Talent Management: In this talk, audiences will discover the transformative power of intentional thinking in talent management and organisational success. Pete explores how intentionality is not just a buzzword, but a fundamental principle that drives individual and collective achievement. He specifically looks at the importance of intentionality; supporting wellbeing; turning intentions into results; and, aligning wellness. Key takeaways: - Intentionality is crucial for driving productivity and engagement - Clear intentions reduce role ambiguity and workplace stress - Organisations that align individual goals with collective purpose can achieve greater success and employee satisfaction - Enhanced productivity - Improve employee engagement - Stronger team dynamics - Higher job satisfaction - Sustainable success [embed]https://vimeo.com/1031101815?share=copy[/embed] Mindset Mastery – Unlocking Growth, Innovation, and Resilience: This keynote is designed to equip individuals and organisations with the tools and mindset necessary for continuous achievement and adaptability in today’s fast-paced world. By focussing on the power of talent, achievement, and intentionality, Pete guides audiences to recognise that the right mindset is the foundation for resilience, innovation, and sustained success. Key takeaways: - Mindset mastery is the key to unlocking individual and organisational growth - Resilience transforms challenges into stepping stones, driving sustainable success - Intentionality in personal and professional development leads to significant achievements - Enhanced innovation and adaptability - Increased employee engagement - Improved team collaboration - Sustainable growth and success   From Vision to Reality – Achieving Wellness and Productivity in the Workplace: This keynote is designed to inspire and equip attendees with practical tools to create a healthier, more motivated, and productive work environment. Pete looks at how to connect with your future self; integrate wellness for productivity; innovative wellness trends; and, at empowered thinking and self-responsibility. Key takeaways: - Visualisation techniques empower attendees to

Over the past 16 years, Pete Durant has been at the forefront of the digital and social revolution, creating and telling brands’ stories. Marketing director, brand leader and creative director, Pete Durant has worked both sides of the divide at agency groups Omnicom, WPP and IPG Mediabrands and with top UK brands from Peaky Blinders, Big Brother and MasterChef at Endemol Shine UK, Waitrose, Renault Dacia, Comic Relief, Cheapflights, Specsavers and generation-defining entertainment platforms Habbo Hotel and BLAST esports entertainment. Contact talent agent Great British Speakers today to book award-winning marketeer Pete Durant to speak or host your next live or virtual event or call +44 1753 439289. An award-winning marketer and digital-social-content leader, Pete Durant connects brands with audiences and drives fast, valuable growth. In the modern, multi-platform world with attention at a premium and audience at the core, he’s passionate about brands creating emotional ties through brilliant basics and strong foundations, powered by his bespoke storytelling engine and driving fame as key to every business’ growth. From Mexico and the USA, to UK, Greece, Hungary, Cyprus and beyond, Pete brings a unique mix of energy, wit, forward-thinking techniques and inspiring examples to his keynotes. Whether it’s how to create a social brand, putting the human first in CX, how to tell stories in a social age, defining influence and introducing influencer programs or how to become an viewer-driven digital creative genius, audiences love his practical strategies that can make instant impact. Pete Durant Exceptional CSR ESR marketing speaker Pete Durant is also a dedicated values and CSR consultant, helping businesses find purpose and how to deliver on their promises. He has a particular passion for sustainability, animal advocacy, positive mental health and creating opportunities for all. Pete Durant - Talk topics How to tell stories in a digital age How to craft and physically tell a brand story online Brands for today. Brands for tomorrow. Brands that’ll last Marketing strategy that puts social & people at the heart of what you do What you should’ve done before booking that influencer campaign What is ‘Influence’, how you should approach and plan for influencer campaigns & things to watch out for Translating TV to Digital: A creative language for online Get the most out of your video comms and become a creative director Find your purpose: Building a ‘for good’ strategy Finding your true USP in Customer Experience Words matter: Changing your language can impact your bottom line Social Media Data & Reporting: Translating likes to relevance Esports 101 Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book award-winning marketer Pete Durant to speak or host your next live or hybrid event.  Contact us. Pete is one of our amazing sales and marketing speakers at Great British Speakers

Peter Komolafe is a highly thought-of financial expert, content creator, television presenter and podcast broadcaster. He is a qualified financial advisor and uses this knowledge and his skills to help others understand their finances and their money worries. In 2020, Peter founded Conversation of Money, his website, podcast and YouTube Channel where he provides helpful information that “the younger you might not understand, but the older you is grateful for”. Peter is an educated, knowledgeable, relatable and entertaining speaker who has worked for some of the world’s top financial institutions. He aims to combine his personal life and that of global finances to help inspire audiences to take control of their own money. Contact Great British Speakers today to book financial expert, cost of living crisis advisor Peter Komolafe for your next event. Peter Komolafe admits he had a complicated childhood; he was fostered until he was eight, at which point he went to Nigeria for a two-week holiday, only to stay there for another 10 years. He returned home at 18 with a desire to study medicine, but due to personal money problems, he found himself unable to pursue this dream, out on the streets and spiralling further into debt. This combination of challenging experiences made Peter want to help others in similar situations. Since qualifying as a financial expert, Peter has worked for several financial institutions in a range of positions including at Nationwide Building Society, Royal Bank of Scotland, St James’s Place Wealth Management and Investec Wealth and Investment UK. PETER KOMOLAFE - CONVERSATION OF MONEY PODCAST His podcast was launched in 2020 and has since gained a whopping 26 million impressions and 2 million downloads. He has produced many episodes on topics including tax hikes, spending cuts, how-to-buy schemes, savings, budgeting, deposits and pensions. On his Conversation of Money website, Peter offers a range of free guides and assessments on topics such as building an emergency fund, how finances can affect your mental health, and how to budget. PETER KOMOLAFE - MEDIA WORK Peter Komolafe is a highly sought-after expert and can often be seen on our television screens and in our newspapers providing financial help. He has been on Lorraine (2022) and Channel 4’s Secret Spenders: Beat the Price Rises (2022), and Steph’s Packed Lunch (2022). He has also contributed financial information for GB News and The BBC World Service. He has also written pieces for publications including The Times, The Sun, The Metro, The Daily Mail and The Daily Express.  As well as his own financial podcast, Peter contributed to an episode of The Roadmap to Wealth: Business podcast in 2021, discussing the “top strategies for wealth creation”. Peter Komolafe is a popular name on our TV screens, computer screens and podcasts, and since 2020, he has exploded onto the online social media scene, creating a following of almost 50,000 across all major platforms, ensuring that everyone can access his advice wherever and whoever they are. PETER KOMOLAFE - CORPORATE WORK As well as his keynote speeches, Peter also offers: - Financial Wellbeing Seminars - Financial Education Programmes - Workshops - Financial Reviews - 1:1 Coaching - Training Peter Komolafe is comfortable working with individuals on their personal finance issues, as well as larger companies to help with their business finances and to ensure their staff are managing money and debt well. Clients: Binance, DECIEM, Eurikah, Fineco Bank, InvestEngine, Moneyfarm, Moneyhub, PensionBee, Pets at Home, Rathbones, Stake, Verizon Media, Wealthify, Youview. PETER KOMOLAFE - SPEAKING TOPICS - Financial Security - Economics - Mental Health - Money Advice - Motivation - Overcoming Obstacles He has spoken at significant industry events, including Pinsent Masons’ ‘Rewiring Financial Services: The Digital Future’, PLATF9RM’s ‘Unlocking Financial Freedom: Ethical Investing’ and at Help for Homebuyers’ expo. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book money expert Peter Komolafe or your corporate event. Contact us.

Pixie Turner is a registered nutritionist (RNutr) and science communicator. She graduated with a First Class degree in Biochemistry, and went on to complete a Masters in Nutrition with Distinction. She is the brains behind the ‘Pixie Nutrition’ social media accounts, which aims to encourage a healthy relationship with food and debunk nutrition misinformation online. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Pixie Turner for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us. In addition, she has been featured as a nutrition expert on BBC and Channel 5, and in publications such as Red, the Evening Standard, Grazia, the Telegraph and more. Her first book, The Wellness Rebel, was published early 2018, with her second book, The No Need to Diet Book released in March 2019. Her third book, The Insta Food Diet: How Social Media Has Shaped the Way We Eat, will be published by Head of Zeus in May 2020. Pixie Turner Speaking topics Why do humans have such a complicated relationship with food? Common nutrition myths and truths How social media has changed the way we eat Why do we post pictures of our food online? Building healthy behaviours in the workplace How to protect yourself from online misinformation Pixie has also facilitated panel discussions on nutrition myths, diet culture, and the benefits and pitfalls of social media. Here Pixie takes us through her Tex-Mex Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe Clients Include: Amazon UK, QED, Bauer Media, Dairy UK, and Novo Nordisk Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Pixie Turner for your next live event or corporate video.  Contact us.

Poorna Bell is an award-winning journalist, published author, digital editorial expert and charming public speaker. She works extensively across a range of areas including women in business, the BAME community and diversity, mental health and physical health. Poorna has written for a number of well-known publications such as The Times, Grazia Magazine, Red Magazine and The Guardian, as well as broadcasting on Channel 5, ITV and the BBC. Contact Great British Speakers today to book award-winning journalist Poorna Bell for your next event. POORNA BELL - LIFE AS A JOURNALIST Poorna Bell started working in journalism in 2003 as an editor for Asiana, Britain’s largest Asian magazine, before moving to The London Paper as a commissioning editor and then a features editor for Grazia India. In 2013, she was appointed as HuffPost’s executive editor and global lifestyle head, covering lifestyle, technology, style, parenting and blogs. Whilst leading editorial innovation around men, women and parenting, she also worked with the marketing and communications team and publicly represented the company at a brand level. She also spearheaded a project focused on men and modern-day masculinity and what it might mean for parenting.  Poorna has worked for start-ups and prestigious publications such as The Telegraph, Stylist Magazine, iNews and Glamour Magazine, covering topics such as relationships, coping with grief, dating after bereavement, coping mechanisms, anxiety and race. Through these publications, she has worked with the likes of actresses Jameela Jamil and Emilia Clarke, chef Jamie Oliver and environmentalist Livia Firth.   POORNA BELL - LIFE AS AN AUTHOR Poorna has brought her life experiences to the world of publishing, writing three non-fiction books and one novel.  Her first, Chase the Rainbow, was published in 2017. She described it as a memoir-meets-journalism piece based on her life with her husband Rob, who sadly took his own life in 2015 following a battle with depression. It received rave reviews and mental health advocate and author Matt Haig said it was “surprisingly funny, brave and bittersweet”. In Search of Silence came in 2019; it explores the prevalent negative emotions in our society such as sadness and loneliness and aims to find out what happiness truly means to us. Stronger came out in 2021 and is described as part memoir and part manifesto. It was inspired by Poorna’s journey to get physically strong after she lost her husband, documenting her journey to becoming a competitive powerlifter. Her debut novel In Case of Emergency came in 2022 and follows a woman who, after an accident, finds her ex-boyfriend has been called in as her emergency contact, prompting her to think about the way she has been living her life.   POORNA BELL - LIFE AS A SPEAKER Expertly trained at RADA, Poorna has presented in a number of formats from panel sessions to chairing conferences and has spoken on a variety of topics including women, men, mental health, BAME and social media, as well as speaking at industry advertising and marketing events. Poorna has been both speaker and guest at a number of mental health and wellness events, including for the NHS and at the Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit. Her events have brought her in contact with a number of people including Bill Gates and HRH The Duke of Cambridge.  Her speaking commitments mainly focus on five key points: Resilience and Growth Imposter Syndrome and Authenticity Mental Wellbeing and Health Equality & Diversity Women’s Empowerment and Leadership    Her views on mental health and wellbeing have seen her feature on several podcasts including Fearne Cotton’s ‘Happy Place’, BBC Five Live and Professor Green’s ‘Book of Man’. She has been involved with discussions on international women’s day, bereavement, beauty, mental wellness and women’s rights. Whilst the Coronavirus pandemic put a spanner in the works as far as her in-person events went, Poorna adapted and now offers virtual workshops to clients to help brands seek new ways to support the mental wellbeing of their remote workforces.  POORNA BELL - LIFE AS A JUDGE Her expertise in a number of areas means she has been on the judging panel for awards such as the Mind Media Awards, the Own Media Awards, the British Book Awards, the Sony World Photography Awards and the First Women Awards.    POORNA BELL - ACCOLADES Poorna’s experience and achievements in the world of mental health and wellbeing, women’s rights and bereavement support have won her a number of accolades from Marie Claire Magazine’s Verified Power List in 2019, Balance Magazine’s Top Wellness Personalities and the 2019 Stylist Magazine Rising Star Award.   POORNA BELL - CLIENTS: Poorna’s clients range from the small to the very big such as the Bank of England, Deloitte, Waterstones, Allen & Overy, Future Publishing, Soho House, Specsavers, Spotify, Women’s Forum, Bestival, Twitter, NHS, Henley and Cheltenham Literary Festivals, NatWest, Bupa, Lululemon, Sweaty Better and Sport England. Using her own experiences, Poorna is a dedicated public speaker who is experienced in anything from keynote speeches to hosting events and judging awards and aims to encourage and inspire any size audience.    Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book mental health and wellbeing speaker Poorna Bell for your corporate event. Contact us.

Tanya is a consultant clinical psychologist specialising in child and adolescent mental health. She has an NHS career spanning twenty years working in many areas of mental health. Until 2003 she ran a national NHS beacon-awarded training programme for NHS and Social Care staff on Managing Aggression and Violence in the Professional context. Tanya is a renowned broadcaster and has appeared as a presenter or on-screen expert on a range of shows including Child of Our Time(BBC1), Little Angels(BBC3) and House of Tiny Tearaways (BBC3). She also contributes regularly to a range of programmes on BBC Radio 4 such as All in the Mind. Tanya Byron Writing Tanya Byron co-wrote the popular BBC comedy series The life and times of Vivienne Vyle (BBC2) with Jennifer Saunders.Tanya is widely published as a writer. As well as a number of successful parenting books, Tanya's acclaimed account of her training as a clinical psychologist, The Skeleton Cupboard, (Pan Macmillan) provides a powerful and moving insight into the lives of ordinary people with an amazing resilience to the challenges of life. Tanya also has a weekly column, Ask Tanya Byron in The Times and a monthly column in Good Housekeeping. Tanya is an independent national and international government adviser on children, young people and the digital media - in 2008 she published The Byron Review: Safer Children in a Digital World and its follow up review Do We have Safer Children in a Digital World (2010) and sat on Lord Carter's Digital Britain advisory board (2009). Tanya Byron Podcasting Alongside Claudia Winkleman, Tanya is the co-host of How Did We Get Here? an original podcast series in which Tanya and Claudia identify struggles faced by real-life parents and family members by inviting them in and hearing their story. With topics ranging from parental estrangement, gender identity, domestic violence, trauma, inheriting mental health issues, family dynamics after cancer and raising a severely disabled daughter, How Did We Get Here? is a passionate, insightful and moving experience with clear outcomes to each episode. This podcast doesn’t tell people how to raise their children, or reconnect with family members, rather it helps people understand why, as perfectly competent adults, they can’t put into practice what they know they should do. Tanya Byron Public Speaking Tanya is an experienced public speaker and regularly gives talks on psychology, education and childcare, drawing on her years of experience as a clinical psychologist. The authority Tanya wields over these current and vitally important topics always impresses audiences. They come away understanding how they can show resilience and in doing so, foster resilience in children. She helps them to understand how our brains work, in particular the developing brain and how we can face the common challenges that children and young people are facing in terms of their mental health and wellbeing. She can also explain what is driving mental health problems in modern society and the best ways in which we - as individuals, employers, parents and educational institutions - can sufficiently support those around us and in our care. Tanya Byron Speaking Topics Education, Change, Health & Well-being Tanya Byron Past Speaking clients - Royal Television Society Educational TV Awards - Cambridge University Debating Society - National Family Week [DCSF] - Langdon Foundation - International Business Leaders Forum - Homestart - Oxford Internet Institute - Nominet - Becta - Childbase Staff Conference - RSA - Women of Distinction Awards - National Family and Parenting Institute at House of Commons - ChildLine - Royal College of Medicine Contact Jane Farnham at Great British Speakers now to book consultant clinical psychologist Prof Tanya Byron to speak at your next live event or online.

Professor Nicola Rollock is a consultant, academic and inspirational public speaker, specialising in racism and racial justice in educational establishments and the workplace. She is author of a transformative new book – The Racial Code: tales of resistance and survival (2022). She is best known for her research on black female professors. In 2018, there were just 25 black British female professors in UK universities. Nicola took an interest in this and produced a report entitled Staying Power which delved into the challenges of this minority group of women. The findings of the report had ripple effects and even featured in the likes of The Guardian, The Times Higher Educational Supplement, Vogue and Stylist. In 2019, she commissioned a photographer to take portraits of these women, and the exhibition ‘Phenomenal Women’ was displayed at London’s Southbank Centre in 2020. In 2021, Nicola Rollock was appointed as Professor of Social Policy and Race at King’s College London. This appointment expanded on Nicola’s own ground-breaking work examining the workplace experiences of black female professors in the UK. Thanks to her passion in the subject, she was included in the Powerlist of the most influential black Britons, was selected by Apolitico as one of the 100 most influential academics in politics in 2021, and was recognised by the PRECIOUS award for her work in racial equality. Contact Great British Speakers today to book racial justice academic and speaker Professor Nicola Rollock for your next event. After graduating from the University of Liverpool with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, Nicola Rollock completed a Postgraduate in Family and Couple Therapy followed by a PhD in Education from the then Institute of Education. Her research focusses on black students and academic success. In 2020, she started a three-year posting as a Distinguished Fellow at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge; this is as well as being a Senior Advisor on Race & Higher Education to the VC at the same University and Specialist Advisor to the Home Affairs’ Select Committee's inquiry 'Macpherson: 22 Years On'. Nicola is also a member of the Wellcome Trust’s anti-racism expert group and the British Science Association’s equality, diversity and inclusion advisory group. NICOLA ROLLOCK - MEDIA In 2009, Nicola published a report titled The Stephen Lawrence Inquiry 10 Years On, commissioned by the Runnymede Trust. The report looked at how British policing needed to evolve to support the diversity of the British population. Her findings from the Runnymede/Stephen Lawrence inquiry were debated in parliament, with the government accepting three of her five recommendations to improve racial equality in the criminal justice system. Nicola Rollock has since published a number of critically-acclaimed books including The Colour of Class: The Educational Strategies of the Black Middle Classes (2014) which hit Amazon’s Bilingual and Multicultural Education bestsellers, and The Racial Code: Tales of Resistance and Survival (2022), which explores real-life racial inequality experiences. She is also the founding editor of the Routledge journal Whiteness and Education, and has written for The Financial Times, The Guardian and British Vogue. In 2019, she was selected by Times Higher journalists as one of the 11 scholars globally to have influenced higher education debates, and in 2020 she was included in the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s list of Next Generation Trailblazers for “challenging prejudice and contributions to British society”. She appeared in the Channel 4 documentary The School That Tried to End Racism (2020), which tracked a group of year seven pupils – aged 11 and 12 – as they explored racial bias through specially designed activities. . . NICOLA ROLLOCK - SPEAKING TOPICS - Current Affairs - Race and Racism - Diversity, Equality and Inclusion - Education NICOLA ROLLOCK - CLIENTS Bloomberg and Black Solicitors’ Network, The British Educational Studies Association, The British Medical Association, Capsticks LLP, Employment Law Association, The Financial Times, The Francis Crick Institute, Keele University, Lane, Clark and Peacock LLP, Leeds Beckett University, London Southbank Centre, Morgan Stanley, Paul Hastings LLP, Nursing and Midwifery Council, Women of the World (WoW) Festival. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book racial injustice speaker Prof Nicola Rollock for your corporate event. Contact us.

Corporate presenter Rebecca Charlton is a TV sports broadcaster, journalist and author. Rebecca has written two books on cycling with Bloomsbury and can be found presenting and commentating on channels including Eurosport, ITV4 and Sky's Bike Channel UK. Contact the UK’s leading presenter agent Great British Presenters today to book TV sports broadcaster Rebecca Charlton for your next live or virtual event or call +44 1753 439289. Rebecca has featured on TV adverts for British Airways, Dell and Samsung as well as modelling for sports magazine covers. Having raced in several disciplines of competitive cycling from a young age Rebecca brings a wealth of knowledge on the sport. And with experience in writing for a number of women's magazines and national newspapers, Rebecca is at home presenting a vast range of features.   Rebecca is the lead presenter on ITV's coverage of the OVO Energy Women's Tour of Britain and lead reporter on the Tour of Britain. In addition, Rebecca can be found regularly hosting rounds of the HSBC UK National Road and women's series on Eurosport as well as using her knowledge to commentate on the action. Rebecca also made her debut on BBC Radio 4 in 2018 hosting a well received Food Programme edition at the Giro d'Italia discussing rider nutrition with team chefs, riders and nutritionists. Rebecca has featured in TV adverts for British Airways, Dell and Samsung as well as modelling for sports magazine covers. Having raced in several disciplines of competitive cycling from a young age Rebecca brings a wealth of knowledge on the sport and with experience in writing for a number of women's magazines and national newspapers, Rebecca is at home presenting a vast range of features.   Rebecca has co-written two cycling fitness books with Bloomsbury and is regularly on-hand for advice, on getting started and improving general fitness, for a number of national magazines and newspapers. Rebecca has used this knowledge to mentor corporate teams to take part in events such as Ride London and to undertake motivational speaking opportunities. Rebecca Charlton is just one of our amazing sports presenters at Great British Presenters Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Presenters now to book cycling presenter Rebecca Charlton for your next corporate live event or corporate video.

Richard Gerver is a world-renowned expert on human leadership and organisational transformation. With years of experience as the headteacher of Grange Primary School – one of the most innovative schools in the country – Richard offers an exciting insight into the levels of human potential and coping with change in uncertain times. Now a prominent expert in the industry, Richard has been named the UK Business Speaker of the Year at least three times, contributes courses to LinkedIn Learning, and has published several books on key themes to great acclaim. From his years building up a failing school to working alongside Google and Microsoft, Richard has a rare ability to connect his experiences to each client. His speeches are informative, humorous and entertaining, with delegates inspired to expand their own thinking and increase their potential. Contact Great British Speakers today to book education and hcange agent Richard Gerver for your next event.   Richard Gerver - Writing Highly in demand, Richard Gerver has published a number of highly successful industry books, using some of the same research used in his speeches and courses. They draw on his own experience in education and reflect on the comparisons with business. His first book, Creating Tomorrow’s School Today (2014), looks at how a good education can help children growing up in an increasingly complex and worrying world and how we can improve education to match the current environment. He followed this up with Simple Thinking (2016), which looks into the idea that in such a busy world, we often feel confused, angry and alone. This book helps to silence the unnecessary matter and focus on achieving your full potential. In 2019, Richard Gerver published Education: A Manifesto for Change. The book – which included insights from leaders including Steve Wozniak and Barack Obama – aimed to inspire anyone involved in education to look at how the education system could be changed to better suit the 21st Century. It would chart in Amazon’s ‘Education Policy’ bestsellers list. He would then go on to write Change (2020), which looks at Richard’s own experience transforming a failing school into one of the most acclaimed schools in the world in just two years. He uses this to examine why we struggle with change so much and how we can embrace it in the workplace. This would chart in Amazon’s ‘Independent & Public Schools Education’ bestsellers list. He has also contributed to or been featured in global publications, including The Sunday Morning Herald Australia, Management Today, The Guardian, La Verdad (Spain), El Economista (Spain), and Faro de Vigo (Spain).   Richard Gerever - Keynote Speaker Richard is now seen as one of the world’s leading thinkers on leadership transformation and has provided speeches for the likes of former US President Barack Obama and elite athletes, as well as for TED, the RSA and the BBC. Richard Gerver Keynote Speaking Topics Change: Richard explores why we find change so exhausting and are prone to avoid it. He instead looks at how, as a culture, we can embrace change and open up more opportunities for individuals and organisations. Simple Thinking: Based on his books Simple Thinking, Richard looks at what strategies individuals need in order to change their mindset and increase success levels. Purpose: In order for organisations to succeed, they need to have a sense of purpose. Richard explores how improving skills, leadership, and communication can give you a sense of purpose. Mental Toughness: In order to succeed as individuals and organisations, Richard believes you need to have the confidence to fail and to overcome your failures, using criticism to better yourself. Richard Gerver - Linkedin Courses Alongside his keynote speeches, Richard Gerver provides bespoke courses for LinkedIn Learning’s online portal. Influenced by the research for his books, Richard’s courses have been used by thousands of delegates from around the world. Smart Thinking: Overcoming Complexity: In this course, Richard provides proven tools to deal with industry complexity, how to feel more in control and how to build confidence to increase success. Preparing to Lead: Developing Mental Toughness in Yourself: Richard brings his unique insights of elite sporting and reflects them into human leadership, focussing on resilience, confidence, mental attitude and self-efficacy. Richard Gerver - Podcasts He has appeared on several popular industry podcasts, including The Unstoppable Teen, Global Action Plan UK, Inspired Business, Habits of Leadership, Happiness Injection, Intersection Education, ARTCONNECTS, Art of Brilliance, and Inspiration 4 Teachers.   Richard Gerver Clients: ACADE Spain, bett, BRC, British Council, Deloitte, EAIE, England Golf, Firefly, Gazprom, Google, Harrods, Henry Schein, Hospice UK, International Schools Association, London Business Forum, Microsoft, Ministry of Education, NSPCC, Ordnance Survey, Puig, Royal Academy of Arts, technicolor, TEDx, Telefonica, TUI, University of Derby, University of Stirling, UNOi, Vancouver School Board, Visa.   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book thought leader on education  and leadership Richard Gerver for your corporate event. Contact us.

Roman Kemp is one of the UK’s most promising television and radio broadcasters, first breaking onto the scene on Capital FM radio.  As a presenter,  Roman's  interviewed some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, including Ariana Grande, Calvin Harris, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, Jennifer Lawrence, Justin Bieber, Little Mix, Meghan Trainor and Selena Gomez. Roman has long been an advocate for mental health and the awareness of male depression, anxiety and suicide. He spoke openly about his own journey in 2021 when BBC1 broadcast his highly-praised documentary Roman Kemp: Our Silent Emergency (2021). More recently (2023) Roman fronted the follow-up documentary,  Roman Kemp: The Fight for Young Lives, which continues to promote conversation around mental health,  encouraging young people to talk about their wellbeing, and to make sure they are properly supported when they speak out. Contact Great British Speakers today to book events host and mental health advocate Roman Kemp for your next event. Roman Kemp | Mental Health Speaker Roman's hard-hitting documentary, Roman Kemp: Our Silent Emergency, which explored the growing concerns of mental health and suicide among young men was highly praised. The documentary was a personal journey for Roman after his friend took his own life last year.  He now uses this experience to inspire others, especially young men, to openly talk about their own mental health and explores ways that people can seek help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLSLl5wtHGc     Thanks to this prominent position, Roman has teamed up with a number of companies and educational establishments to promote the awareness of male suicide and men's mental health. Roman teamed up with Legal and General Group Protection’s ‘Be Well, Get Better, Be Supported’ campaign in 2021 as their mental health ambassador. Between them, they made a series of films about Roman’s own personal experience of mental health and wellbeing. He also teamed up with Edge Hill University, Lancashire, taking part in a panel discussion analyzing mental health. Also on the panel were Professor Andy Smith, a forerunner of ground-breaking research into sport, education and mental health, Olivia Izzo, a student mentor on the ‘Tackling the Blues’ programme who is encouraging young people to open up about their mental health, and Mike Salla, Director of Health and Sport at Everton in the Community, the official charity of Everton Football Club. Roman is a patron of Joe’s Buddy Line, a charity that provide mental health workshops in schools, and has taken part in Soccer Aid (2006-) in 2019, 2020 and 2021, raising money for UNICEF. Roman Kemp Hosting & Fundraising Roman has hosted a number of events, award ceremonies and fundraising gigs including the 2021 TRIC Awards, the Global Awards, and ITV’s Concert for Ukraine alongside Marvin Humes and Emma Bunton. For a unique double act, why not book Roman alongside his father Martin Kemp; perfect for corporate awards events. Roman Kemp | Presenter & Host. Roman Kemp always had a keen eye on the entertainment world. When he was 15, he signed a record deal with Universal Music as a DJ and was able to work with some great artists and play in incredible venues. Roman soon expanded into television with a variety of presenting and narrating jobs. Roman was announced as part of The X Factor UK (2004-2018) team in 2016 and went on to present the live Xtra Factor (2004-2016) as well as present on their social media channels. He has also hosted Nick Kicks (2016), 2Awesome (2017) and The Hot Desk (2007-2017). He has participated in a number of reality and panel shows including Stand Up To Cancer: First Dates (2013-), Len Goodman’s Partners in Rhyme (2017), Loose Women (1999-) – participating in the first all-male panel in the programme’s history, Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel (2021-), Would I Lie To You (2007-) and Celebrity Juice (2008-). In 2019, he took part in I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here (2002-), where he made it to the final and finished in third place. Since 2019, Roman has appeared in the Channel 4 reality series Celebrity Gogglebox (2019-) alongside his father, Martin Kemp of Spandau Ballet fame. In 2020, Roman co-hosted a Sunday morning programme with his father for ITV called Martin & Roman’s Sunday Best! (2020-), followed by its spin-off, Martin & Roman’s Weekend Best! (2020-). Awards Hosting: Roman has gone on to present the TV BAFTA red carpet, Capital FM’s Jingle Bell Ball (2008-) and Summertime Ball (2009-), the London New Year celebration show in 2017 and 2019, backstage at The Brit Awards in 2018, the National Lottery Award red carpet, the GQ Awards red carpet, backstage at Children in Need Rocks the 80s (2017), the Global Awards in 2018, 2019 and 2020 alongside Rochelle Humes and Myleene Klass, and hosted a number of film premieres, including IT Chapter Two (2019). Roman’s other work includes narrating the ITV2 reality show Bromans (2017), voicing the UK and Global series of Takeshi’s Castle (1986-1990; 2018), and appearing on the ‘showbiz’ segment of This Morning (1988-). Corporate Collaborations: Roman has collaborated with a number of other top brands including Absolut, Cadbury, Coca Cola and EE. Not content with TV presenting, radio broadcasting, and event hosting, Roman has written two very successful books for children alongside his Capital co-host Vick Hope, Listen Up (2019) and Shout Out (2021). Prior to his presenting career, Roman was a successful model, working for the likes of Dropdead and Topman. In 2020, he teamed up with Topman to launch his own collection of bandanas in collaboration with mental health charity Mind.   Working for ITV, the BBC, Channel 4 and Capital  FM, he has vast experience and is the ideal choice to book for music festivals, award ceremonies and corporate events. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to presenter and mental health speaker Roman Kemp for your corporate event. Contact us.

An Oxford-trained lawyer, Roz spent the first eleven years of her career working as a management consultant, braving nothing more intrepid than rush hour on the London Underground before an environmental epiphany led to a radical personal transformation into a world-class adventurer. During the seven years of her ocean rowing career, Roz Savage had more chance than most to explore the far horizons of courage. Spending up to five months alone at sea on a 23-foot rowboat, thousands of miles from land and humanity, at the mercy of winds, waves and currents, she evolved from a nervous novice adventurer into the world's foremost female ocean rower, having rowed - solo - across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. While crossing those 15,000 miles of the ocean she had to redefine her comfort zone on a daily basis and reach deep into her inner sources of strength, self-discipline, and commitment to her goal. She discovered the vital importance of keeping a cool head in life-endangering situations, to optimise her capacity for smart decision-making, accurate risk assessment and creative problem-solving. Since her adventures, she has become a passionate campaigner for ocean plastic, sustainability and the environment, subjects which increasingly feature in her talks, as well as an author and political figure. Contact Great British Speakers today to book ocean rower, resilience, environmentalist, sustainability and motivational speaker Dr Roz Savage MBE for your next event. Currently teaching a class at Yale - on courage, naturally - she also combines her self-taught life skills with principles from neuroscience, psychology, personal development and leadership theory, to inform and inspire corporate audiences. She has spoken on 6 continents, with clients like Google, Disney, Kaiser Permanente, National Geographic, and TED, plus numerous schools, universities and corporations. Roz founded The Sisters, a global network of women and organisations, working together to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. SUSTAINABILITY Roz is the founder of 'Sisters Global, a network of women, and women’s organisations, working together to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. An advocate for sustainability Roz is a passionate speaker about environmental challenges 'referring to them as a 'many-headed sea monster'. "We can keep cutting off the heads of plastic pollution, deforestation, coral reef destruction, climate change, and so on, but they will just keep sprouting back. What we have to do is to get to the heart of the monster, and that heart is the fact that we have forgotten that we are a part of nature. When we damage the web of life, we hurt ourselves." Roz Savage MBE [embed]https://vimeo.com/217289128[/embed] WRITING Roz has since wrote four bestselling books: - Rowing the Atlantic (2009) which documents her 103-day journey across the Atlantic - Stop Drifting, Start Rowing (2013) which documents her solo row across the Pacific - The Gifts of Solitude (2020) which provides wisdom on loneliness and solitude - The Ocean in a Drop (2022) which explores theories on what it means to be human in the 21st Century   AWARDS: In 2010, she was named Adventurer of the Year by National Geographic; in 2012 a World Fellow at Yale; and in 2013 she was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to fundraising and the environment. She also holds four Guinness World Records for ocean rowing.   MEDIA Roz has appeared on numerous TV channels including the BBC, CBS, Channel 4, ESPN, and Fox News, and has also featured on radio stations including BBC Radio Four, BBC World Service, NPR, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. She has contributed in newspapers including The New York Times, The Daily Telegraph, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, The Observer, The Daily Mail, The Daily Express, The Financial Times, and The Evening Standard. She has also featured in magazines such as Sports Illustrated, Red, Grazia, Outside Magazine, and Fortune. A documentary based on her Atlantic voyage, “Rowing the Atlantic”, was screened in 32 countries as a finalist in the prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival.   KEYNOTE SPEAKING TOPICS: - Motivation and Mind Management - Motivation > Fear = Courage - VUCA: Leadership From the Inside Out Risk Management and Resilience in an Unpredictable World - Re-Thinking Reality: The Stories We Tell Ourselves - The Best Way to Predict the Future is to Create it   COACHING: Roz now speaks to organisations all over the world that are keen to find new ways to inspire and motivate more engaged, happy and purpose-driven individuals. She shares stories from the epic adventures she has experienced and the lessons she has learned. Her speeches help audiences to take more personal responsibility for their individual and collective success, find higher levels of resilience and courage, more effectively navigate the uncharted waters of change and invest more of themselves into every challenge they undertake. This is one of Roz's Ted Talks about her Atlantic Crossing. [embed]https://vimeo.com/217291073[/embed]   Clients include AXA, BBC, Brocade, Cabinet Office, CBS, Credit Suisse, Disney, eBay, Egon Zehnder, ESPN, Forbes, Fox News, Google, Hershey, the Huffington Post, Kaiser Permanente, Maison-McDuffie, National Geographic, Qubit, NPR, the Royal Geographical Society, Royal Navy, San Francisco Chronicle, SAP, TED, TEDx, Yale, YPO Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book motivational speaker Dr Roz Savage for your next live event or corporate video.   Contact us.

Sam Jones combines his unique tools with his years of experience to coach the UK’s brightest public figures and influencers to create more productivity, better performances and improved wellbeing within young people. He looks at the culture of instant-access information on our phones and devices and how it is affecting our own psychology, as well as how a fast-paced world can impact on our thoughts and feelings. The topics he focuses on include Generation Z, wellbeing and mental health, retention and resilience of Gen Z, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) from a Gen Z perspective. Contact Great British Speakers today to book employment, personal development, Gen Z speaker Sam Jones for your next event. Sam Jones is a Gen Z speaker and the founder of several companies and applications (All In, TwentySomeone, TIME Score, Jetbrek) in the area of mental wellbeing and has been a personal coach for over 400 clients, including many young celebrities, influencers and entrepreneurs. After being on Jobseekers Allowance at 21, Sam now works with a range of global brands and individuals to help them feel better and perform better. He also created a public community of over 7,000 members where he could provide on-the-ground learning experiences and workshops for modern-day twenty and thirty year olds. Gen Z speaker Sam’s mission is to change the way young people attain mental wellbeing and life direction through simple, down-to-earth support. He reaches over 30,000 people a week on Instagram, mainly 20-35 year olds in the UK and US, and has led research projects into understanding mental wellbeing in young people which reached five continents in just 12 months. He has worked with the likes of ASOS, News UK, P&G and Unilever, from coaching their staff, helping them to understand millennials and helping build new brand strategies. Gen Z speaker Sam’s expertise, gained through the mentoring of pioneering emerging-adulthood researcher Jeffrey Arnett, ensures that he creates unique, tailored keynotes and group-learning experiences from the perspective of young people. He has presented over 100 keynotes and workshops, from audiences as small as 10 and as big as 250 people, and his laidback style makes him a great, relatable speaker for many types of events. Sam’s expertise and authority, gained through the mentoring of pioneering researcher Jeffrey Arnett, in the millennial and emerging adult area ensure that he creates unique tailored keynotes and group learning experiences from the perspective of young people. He can provide speeches and workshops covering topics including confidence, leadership, mental health, mentoring, millennials, social media and young people. A Chat with Sam Jones As part of our 'Chat with...' podcast series at Great British Speakers, our director Jane Farnham sat down with Sam to talk about how technology has adapted the way we communicate, how living in a culture of instant-access via our phones has changed our own psychology and how this impacts the thoughts and feelings of the younger generation. Watch the full interview HERE. [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.greatbritishtalent.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Jane-Farnham-from-Great-British-Speakers-chats-to-Millennial-GenZ-motivational-speaker-Sam-Jones-Teaser.mp4"][/video]   SAM JONES SPEAKING TOPICS A personal growth strategy for millennials in work: Sam guides you through a workshop – whether you are a millennial or manage them – research-backed exercises to help coach, mentor and develop in the workplace. Coaching Gen Z to great wellbeing in work and home: Gen Z speaker Sam Jones is answering organisations’ challenges by helping their young talent thrive in the working environment. Many coaching techniques and practical strategies can be used by Gen Z and their managers to bring their best into the organisation. From top 100 business schools to benefits, and back: Sam shares his entrepreneurial journey in an all too common tale of grand expectations and harsh reality. He gives a brutally honest insight with practical tips to how he went from benefits post-university to setting up several platforms that are tackling the UK wellbeing problem. Social media: Sam has a unique insight into the psychology of social media and how young people can use it to thrive instead of falling into negative traps like low self-esteem. What working with the 1% teaches you about life: Stories from working as a life coach to celebrities. What we can learn about the pursuit of success and happiness and what really goes on behind the scenes of the people we admire. Building core confidence and assertiveness in work: A practical sessions where people build an in-depth plan to master the layers of confidence in their work. It helps people speak up, perform better and lead from the inside out. A practical guide to wellbeing in a busy world: Social media, never-ending work access and comparison play a major part in how we see ourselves. This workshop delves deep into the role this plays on our wellbeing and uses applicable strategies to work with the modern world. AI and the workplace: AI is changing the employment landscape, and is on the same level as social media in terms of how it will impact our personal and professional lives. Sam talks about how organisations can use AI for good, how to use to in order to evolve your company and thrive, as well as the bad that inevitably comes with it. . Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book employment developmental Gen Z speaker Sam Jones for your corporate event. Contact us.

Samantha Baines is an award-winning comedian, entrepreneur, activist, actress, broadcaster and author. She is in huge demand as a keynote or after-dinner speaker, event host, award ceremony host, panel moderator, Q&A leader and comedy act. Contact Great British Speakers today to book comedian, activist and author Samantha Baines for your next event. Samantha Baines studied at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and her career has since spanned stand-up, television, theatre, and film. SAMANTHA BAINES - COMEDY Her stand-up comedy shows tend to have a feminist edge to them, and have taken her to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where she has frequently sold out her shows. She is a Funny Women Finalist, a What The Frock Best Newcomer winner, Funny Women Best Show nominee, a UK Punch Championship finalist, and IWPA Winner. SAMANTHA BAINES - MEDIA Samantha has transcended genres, acting in drama and comedy shows, performing on stage, appearing as a guest on entertainment shows, broadcasting on the radio, and hosting a successful podcast. Samantha has acted in TV programmes such as Silent Witness (2018), The Crown (2016), Call the Midwife (2016) and Doctors (2015), and West End show Magic Mike Live. She has been a guest on Loose Women, Sky News and Andrew Neil’s This Week, and broadcast across BBC Radio London, BBC Radio Kent and Virgin Radio. Since 2020, Samantha has hosted The Divorce Social podcast based on her personal experiences of divorce. It aims to change the conversation around divorce, and has since had over a quarter of a million downloads, was named The Times Podcast of the Week, number 1 on the iTunes chart, and won the bronze award for the Best Sex and Relationship Podcast at the British Podcast Awards 2022. As the Director of the marketing company Penguin in the Room, Samantha has managed the social media posts for the likes of Lucy Porter, Susan Calman, Ruby Wax, and Helen George. SAMANTHA BAINES - WRITING She is also a very successful author of children’s and factual books. Her books Harriet Versus the Galaxy (2020) and The Night the Moon Went Out (2021) both feature deaf protagonists. In 2023, she published the book Living With Hearing Loss and Deafness: A Guide to Owning it and Loving It. This made it to Amazon’s bestseller lists even before publication and provides a humorous yet informative look at how to live and thrive with hearing loss. She has also contributed writings to The Guardian, Time Out magazine, Huffington Post, Stylist magazine, The Independent, The Evening Standard, and Modern Women magazine. SAMANTHA BAINES - ACTIVISM Whilst she didn’t initially set out to be an activist for the deaf community, she has accidentally fallen into it. She is now a proud ambassador for the Royal National Institute for Deaf People. She has fronted their ‘Subtitle It’ campaign, spoken to MPs in the House of Commons, and has led talks on deaf awareness and tinnitus. SAMANTHA BAINES - CORPORATE Samantha aims to bring joy and fun to everything she does, whether hosting Q&As, giving keynote speeches, or hosting corporate events and award ceremonies. She has spoken at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, the House of Commons, the British Film Academy, the National Museum of Scotland, the Royal National Institute for Deaf People charity summit, Exeter University, Just So Festival, Ravensbourne College, and Birkbeck University. SAMANTHA BAINES - SPEAKING TOPICS - Courage - Hearing Loss/Deafness - Overcoming Obstacles - Positivity - Divorce - Sexuality - Acting - Writing - Comedy   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book comedian, actress and writer Samantha Baines for your corporate event. Contact us.

Samantha Johnson is an award-winning international sports anchor, with a track record of hosting some of the biggest sporting events for the biggest channels including BeIN Sports, Chelsea TV, Eurosport, Sky Sports News and TRT World. She has featured in a number of sporting films including UEFA’s documentary Outraged in 2021. She was featured in the 2014 PowerList ‘Top 20 of Britain’s Most Influential People Under 40’ for her achievements in media. She is a sought after and accomplished speaker and event host who is passionate about sport and charity. Contact Great British Speakers today to book award-winning sport presenter Samantha Johnson for your next event. Samantha Johnson began her presenting career on channels such as Coral TV before moving on to become a sport presenter for Chelsea Football Club and BeIn Media. She soon became a popular face on TV and started adding radio broadcasting to her resume. She has been a presenter and co-producer for Colourful Radio where she presented The Midweek Sports Show. Samantha has presented a wide range of sporting programmes such as TRT’s flagship Beyond the Game programme, and has covered a range of sporting events including the 2020 Turkish Grand Prix, the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Football Draw, the 2021 Futsal World Cup Draw, the FIFA 2022 World Cup European and Intercontinental Play-Off Draws and co-hosted the 2022 World Cup Draw which was streamed to millions of people across the globe. With over 15 years’ experience in the sporting industry, Samantha has worked with and interviewed some of the biggest names in basketball, Formula One, boxing, Olympics and Paralympics, football, rugby and NFL. One of her biggest interviews came in 2015-16 when she interviewed Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri prior to their first Premier League title win. It received worldwide coverage on CNN, Fox ports, the Guardian and Telegraph newspapers. Her success was replicated in 2021 after a football match between Istanbul Basakeshir and Paris Saint-Germain ended with both teams walking off the pitch over a racism allegation. Her interview with player Demba Ba and coach Pierre Webo was picked up by media outlets around the world such as L’Equipe and Mail Online. Samantha’s expertise and experience means she is in high demand for event work. See examples of Sam's live event hosting work below: She has chaired and featured on panels at the House of Commons, Wembley Stadium and the Etihad, as well as countless schools and universities throughout the UK and Turkey. She has worked with the likes of former Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein who is also a Premier League and FA ambassador, as well as former Chelsea, Juventus and England international forward and Aston Villa Women Sporting Director, Eniola Aluko. As well as her sporting and presenting career, Samantha also works with the United Nations on their ‘Awake Not Sleeping’ initiative, which aims to change how societies think about women and girls’ roles, rights and human potential to make gender equality a lived reality for all. Samantha’s news broadcasting career is not solely focussed on sport; she carried out an interview with the founder of Global Wellness Day, Belgin Aksoy, an event recognised by the likes of Oprah Winfrey and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. She also believes in giving back and inspiring the next generation and continues to work as a mentor. Samantha is a highly accomplished keynote and motivational speaker. Her specialist topics include: - Black History Month - Sport - Leisure - Women and equality - Wellness and mental health - Women’s health - Diversity - Inclusion See Samantha's speaker showreel below: Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book sporting presenter Samantha Johnson for your corporate event. Contact us.

Sammy Taylor was just 18 when she was first diagnosed with a brain tumour. At 25, she had brain surgery and fell into the rare 2% that suffered a cerebellar stroke, facial nerve damage and permanent eyesight impairment. After needing to relearn how to to walk, write, feed herself and smile again – becoming the first person in the UK to have a pioneering facial reconstructive surgery – Sammy is now on a mission to remind others that although life will throw obstacles in our way that we can’t control, our ability to adapt to these challenges is what will determine how we truly live. Contact Great British Speakers today to book brain tumour, stroke, mental health and resilience speaker Sammy Taylor  for your next event. At 18, monthly dizzyspells and spinning walls led Sammy to seek medical advice. She was sent for an MRI scan where a brain tumour was discovered. Although it was unlikely to ever grow or cause an issue, she was put on a ‘watch and wait’ plan to see. By 24, it became dangerously close to blocking the brain fluid that controls everything we do, and surgery was needed. While preparing for surgery, Sammy founded beautybrainuk.com as a way of incorporating daily motivational messages and inspiring a positive mindset throughout this challenge. But Sammy had no idea just how much bigger that challenge was about to become. Having suffered a rare cerebellar stroke, Sammy woke from surgery unable to see or speak and had to relearn to walk, write and feed herself again. Her permanent visual impairment resulted in a forced career change, while her visible difference meant Sammy had to quickly learn just how much emphasis is placed on beauty and perfection in society. She also learned that recovery takes time and everyone goes at their own pace in life. But Sammy’s continued motivation and acceptance allowed her to rebuild her life in a way that could still be fulfilling to her, despite the odds. She’s now on a mission to share that knowledge with others and encourage them to adapt to situations, grow through them and learn to thrive as a result.   Sammy Taylor - Speaking topics Adaptation and acceptance Overcoming adversity Dealing with setbacks Resilience Mental health Maintaining motivation   Sammy Taylor - Takeaway benefits Inspired Resilient to overcome challenges Trusting the path you’re on Motivated Accepting of who you are Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book mental health, Resilience and motivational Speaker Sammy Taylor for your corporate event. Contact us.

Sarah Beeny is best known for her property expertise, which she frequently shares on popular television programmes, such as Renovate Don’t Relocate (2019-20), Help! My House is Falling Down (2010-11) and Restoration Nightmare (2010-11). She is also an esteemed entrepreneur, business owner, TV presenter, author, and cancer campaigner. Contact Great British Speakers today to book property and lifestyle speaker Sarah Beeny for your next event. PROPERTY Sarah set up her first property development company when she was just 24, alongside her brother and her now-husband. In 2012, Sarah and her husband and children opened the doors to their exquisite home, Rise Hall, to allow viewers of Sara Beeny’s Restoration Nightmare to follow their long-term restoration project. The show charted the painful yet enriching journey of Sarah and her family, turning a stately home wreck into a unique and beautiful events venue. Other property programmes include Sarah Beeny’s New Life in the Country (2020-present), Property Ladder (2001-06), Four Rooms (2016-19), Britain’s Best Home (2003), Double Your House For Half the Money (2012-14), Kate Beeny’s How to Sell Your Home (2014), How to Live Mortgage Free (2017), and Sarah Beeny’s New Country Lives (2023). In 2018, she set up the Round the Houses podcast, where she talks to the rich and famous about their homes and home life. Guests included June Sarpong, Pearl Lowe, Lynn Bowles, Tim Lovejoy, Jo Wood, Joe Sugg, and Julian Clary. In 2015, Sarah joined forces with living solutions specialist Hafele UK to launch the Sarah Beeny Home Collection. She designed a range of high-quality, decorative handles to suit all tastes and projects, from small-scale-upcycling to large-scale revolutions. As well as her property businesses, Sarah set up mysinglefriend.com in 2005, a successful and unique online dating site, and online estate agent Tepilo in 2014. WRITING With over 25 years of experience, Sarah is one of the most familiar and trusted names in the property world. She has written regular columns for national newspapers and magazines, in addition to numerous books: - Property Ladder: How to Make Pounds from Property (2002) - Property Ladder: Profit from Property (2003) - Property Ladder: The Developer’s Bible (2004) - Sarah Beeny’s Price the Job (2006) - Property Ladder: Hints and Tips (2006) - A Date With Sarah Beeny: mysinglefriend.com’s Guide to Dating and Dumping, Flirting and Flings (2007) - Property Ladder: Sarah Beeny’s Design for Profit (2009) - Sarah Beeny’s Green Your Home (2009) - Sarah Beeny’s 100 DIY Jobs: The Essentials Made Simple (2014) - DIY Home Repairs: 100 Fix-It-Yourself Projects (2015)   CANCER Sadly, in 2022, Sarah revealed she had breast cancer and would undergo radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Her mother died from the same disease when Sarah was just 10 years old. In November 2022, a documentary was commissioned by Channel 4 to follow her and her family whilst she went through treatment. Sarah Beeny vs Cancer aired in 2023. Thankfully, in April 2023, she was given the all-clear. Even before her diagnosis, Sarah has been a keen supporter of cancer charities, particularly the Brain Tumour Research: “I want my generation to look back in future years and be incredulous that anyone died of cancer. I want to see a day when cancer is no longer life-threatening, when the notion that cancer could be a killer is thought absurd”. CORPORATE SPEAKING TOPICS - Property Buying - Restoration - City/Country Living - Cancer   A business-minded, passionate, experienced and enthusiastic entrepreneur and property expert, Sarah Beeny has a plethora of knowledge to add value to any audience as a keynote speaker or event host.   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book property expert Sarah Beeny for your corporate event.  Contact us.

From breaking onto the television scene in Gogglebox (2013-) to winning I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here (2002-), Scarlett Moffatt has fast become a popular face on British screens.  Known for her witty one-liners and down-to-earth personality, Scarlett quickly became one of the audience’s favourite characters. Her fabulous sense of humour, relaxed nature, and determination to tackle anything in her path, saw her crowned Queen of the Jungle in 2016, in the ''I’m a Celeb'' final. As a speaker, Scarlett is passionate about mental health awareness and body positivity. She is highly sought-after as an after-dinner speaker and event host; perfect for engaging with your guests in a light-hearted but professional manner, and ensuring your occasion is a roaring success. Contact Great British Speakers today to book popular television and radio presenter Scarlett Moffatt for your next event. Scarlett Moffatt - TV Presenting & Radio After winning the popular reality show, Scarlett Moffatt landed her first presenting gig, presenting live, backstage at the National Television Awards (1995-) with Dermot O’Leary. Her natural on-screen persona soon saw her fronting, and co-hosting, well-loved shows like Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway (2002-) for ITV, MTV’s Beauty School Cop Outs (2013), Channel 4’s dating programme Streetmate (1998-), ITV2’s Extra Camp (2002-), as well as being a regular team captain on Celebability (2017-) for ITV2. In 2019, Scarlett joined forces with her family once again for the successful Channel 4 documentary, The British Tribe Next Door (2019), where they moved to live with a tribe in Namibia for a month. It was a huge hit and won a 2020 RTS Award for best Formatted Popular Factual Programme. The popular presenter went on to host over 30 episodes of the food/dating show Love Bites (2020-) on ITV2, before landing a role as the host of Crufts Extra, a YouTube series following the behind-the-scenes action at Crufts (1950-2008; 2010-). Scarlett moved into documentaries in 2022, hosting the prime-time Channel 4 investigative show Britain’s Tourette’s Mystery: Scarlett Moffatt Investigates (2022), which aims to tackle the rise of Tourette’s in young people during the COVID-19 Pandemic. She is also putting her 13 failed driving tests behind her to front Scarlett’s Driving School (2022) for BBC1. She has also been a popular pannel guest on shows such as Celebrity Juice and Would I Lie to You, and participated in Celebrity Mastermind and The Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C. Not content with just being a popular face on television, she is also a much-loved voice on radio. In 2020, she launched her own BBC1 podcast Scarlett Moffatt Wants to Believe (2020-), focussing on her own love of conspiracy theories. The podcast is so popular, it has been running for four series. She hopes to do more podcasts in the future focussing on female empowerment and fat-shaming. In 2015, Scarlett joined the team on Capital North East for their show Capital Breakfast (2011-), co-hosting with presenter Roger Howard for a year. In 2018, Scarlett joined Heart Radio for a one-off evening show as part of their Feel Good Easter Weekend (2018-).   Scarlett Moffatt - Health & Fitness In 2018, Scarlett released a fitness DVD after shredding 3-stone.  However, she recently spoke out about the unrealistic ideals of the fitness regime that helped her to lose weight.  As part of the weight loss programme, Scarlett attended a gruelling boot camp and was on a strict diet plan which allowed her to eat only 300-700 calories a day, which was never mentioned on the DVD.    When talking about the BootCamp and diet on the BoobShare podcast, Scarlett stated that the DVD is her ''biggest regret'' but how during the early days of her career she felt that the DVD was a good decision to make her feel more accepted into the (celebrity) industry she now found herself in. On reflection, Scarlett apologised for doing the before-and-after pictures because she realise how unhealthy it was for her,  and how detrimental the DVD may have been to those who brought it. Scarlett is now a big promotor of body positivity and has now come to love her body. She regularly talks about body confidence and has a huge supportive Instagram following.   Scarlett Moffatt - Mental Health  In 2022, Scarlett opened up about how she struggled with her mental health and loneliness during the Covid-Pandemic, revealing that she turned to Samaritans for help and is now a Samaritan's ambassador for the suicide prevention charity and hopes that by sharing her story, she can raise awareness and help others overcome their own mental health struggles, loneliness and depression. Of her mental health struggles Scarlett said; “Sometimes it can feel like there is a negative stigma around admitting that you’re lonely, but it’s something that most people will have experienced at one point in their life. There is no shame in feeling alone, and it’s OK to talk about it. In the world of social media, it’s not always clear to see when people are feeling sad or lonely.” -Evening Standard   Scarlett Moffatt - Collaborations Scarlett has collaborated with a number of brands including Amazon Prime Video, ASDA, Go Ahead, the National Lottery, Peacocks, and Wowcher. Scarlett’s warm nature and comical style make her a popular choice for hosting awards, fireside chats or private events. She is a passionate after-dinner speaker and is an inspiration when it comes to reaching your personal and professional goals. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book down-to-earth presenter Scarlett Moffatt for your corporate event. Contact us.

Shakira Akabusi is a TV presenter, keynote speaker, and women's health expert specialising in pre- and postnatal exercise and menopause health. She is the founder of StrongLikeMum, author of The StrongLikeMum Method, and is the fitness and health expert for ITV's Lorraine. As a mum of four, Shakira understands first-hand the juggle of balancing parenthood with a healthy lifestyle. Through StrongLikeMum, Shakira Akabusi offers expert advice and support, answering all the questions women might have about how to keep active during and after pregnancy. Shakira's work expands across TV, radio, print, and social media, as well as in-person talks and workshops. Most recently, she has partnered with Channel 4, ITV, Amazon UK, Adidas Global, EE Learn Live, Bupa, and Gym Shark. She has also written for Vogue, Stylist Magazine, Women's Health Magazine, and Huffington Post. She is passionate about looking at the power that the female body and mind have on pre- and postpartum and during pregnancy. She believes that mums can be strong and provides advice on exercise, sleep, nutrition and overall lifestyle. She speaks fluent German as her mother is German. She is also a mental health advocate and has gone public with her own experiences with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Contact Great British Speakers today to book women’s health expert Shakira Akabusi for your next event. Beginning her career in musical theatre in London’s West End, Shakira Akabusi retrained and qualified as an expert in pregnancy exercise and postnatal rehabilitation in 2013, just before giving birth to her first son.  Initially coaching women on a one-to-one basis, Shakira expanded this work by sharing her expertise on social media at live event, while documenting her own journey through pregnancy exercise, postnatal recovery and  motherhood. Shakira Akabusi has appeared several times on ITV’s This Morning and GB News, and has been a contestant on Celebrity Pointless on BBC 1, partnering with her dad Kriss Akabusi. She has worked with brands doing presentations, talks and corporate work for Adidas UK, Vogue, Virgin Start Ups, The National Running Show, Bugaboo and COS and has been featured in Women’s Health Magazine, Vogue, Mother and Baby Magazine, BBC Tiny Happy People and on BBC Radio. Hailing from a big family with strong traditions steeped in both German and Nigerian cultures – a love of family is at the heart of everything Shakira does. When not working she is kept on her toes by her four children and boisterous chocolate Labrador Hugo. “I found that during my first pregnancy I was continually bombarded with negative stereotypes and outdated myths of what motherhood would be like. Whilst we can encounter challenges in parenting, we can also feel physically and emotionally confident throughout, if given the right support. My aim with StrongLikeMum is to shatter the outdated stereotypes and offer that support for all women.”       StrongLikeMum Initially working in musical theatre, Shakira Akabusi retrained in pregnancy exercise and postnatal rehabilitation in 2013, just before the birth of her first son. She has since shared this expertise on social media – where she has over 30,000 followers – and at live events. She has worked with women for over 15 years as a qualified pre- and postnatal exercise specialist, and peri- and post-menopause trainer. Supporting women to sustain a healthy lifestyle at all stages of life. Shakira believes that mums can be strong and provides advice on exercise, sleep, nutrition and overall lifestyle. As of 2023, Shakira was a mum of four, and through this first-hand experience, she understands the juggle that being a mum and having a healthy lifestyle can be, and she wants to help other mothers going through the same thing. Exercise during pregnancy can be a scary time, especially if the pregnancy comes after a previous loss. Some expectant mothers may be reluctant to do any for fear of harm. Shakira provides expert advice on keeping active during and after pregnancy and maintaining a healthy mental mindset. In 2022, Shakira published her book The Strong Like Mum Method: Awaken the Power of Your Pre and Postnatal Body Through Instinct, Knowledge and Exercise. In the book, she drew on all her knowledge and experience to look at the stereotypes of pregnancies and motherhood and what a ‘modern mum’ can be, specifically looking into physical fitness and mental health. The book was a hit and would go on to chart in Amazon’s ‘Pregnancy & Exercise’ bestsellers list. Mental Health Shakira strongly believes that physical health and mental wellbeing go hand in hand, especially during pregnancy or after birth. Her own mental health difficulties have led her to be an ambassador for The ReThink Mental Illness charity. Whilst on Lorraine in 2022, Shakira told her story of experiencing post-pregnancy OCD. She explained, “We were meant to be going on holiday to California and we were at the airport. I could see all the cracks on the floor leading to the check in desk. I had a complete breakdown. I knew I could not get to the check in desk, let alone on holiday. It had been going on for years. At that point I realised although I thought I was keeping everybody safe, that was the moment where I realised how much of a hold it actually had over me. That was a really scary moment and that was the beginning of the change.” She explains that she initially hid her compulsions and mental health issues, believing she could deal with it herself. Realising that wasn’t possible, she went on to have talking therapy and hypnotherapy, and combined with her own physical activity, she began to recover. Public Speaking Shakira is often asked to appear on TV and radio shows, such as This Morning, Lorraine, and GB News, and speak at large industry events in the hope that she will shatter stereotypes around motherhood and fitness. Her expertise has been featured in national publications, including Vogue, Mother and Baby, and Women’s Health Magazine. She has been featured on several industry podcasts, including Mum’s the Word! The Parenting Podcast with Ashley James, where she spoke about how to approach exercise after childbirth; Happy Mum Happy Baby – Asking for Friend, talking about how to stay fit during pregnancy; The Therapy Edit, where she spoke about adapting to new situations; Outside & Active, where she spoke about squashing motherhood stereotypes; and Relatively About Siblings, appearing with her sister Ashanti, talking about what their upbringing was like with their famous father Kriss Akabusi. Shakira also runs her own podcast, the StrongLikeMum podcast, which looks at all aspects of pregnancy, childbirth, and pre and postnatal wellness. Speaking Topics - Motherhood - Parenting - Mental Health and Wellbeing - Fitness - Nutrition - Diversity and Inclusion - Female Inspiration Clients Adidas UK, Vogue Global, Virgin Start Ups, The National Running Show, RunFestRun, Pregnacare, Aveeno, Refinery 29, Liz Earle Wellbeing, the NACWG, Fitpro, Bugaboo, COS. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book motherhood mental health speaker Shakira Akabusi for your corporate event. Contact us.

Shaun Flores is a 4x TEDx speaker, mental health advocate, and social commentator recognized for his powerful and transformative talks on neurodiversity, masculinity, and mental health. His journey, shaped by overcoming OCD and ADHD, has fueled his mission to challenge misconceptions and foster greater understanding. As he frequently states, “OCD was the worst thing to happen to me, and I am determined to be the worst thing to happen to OCD.” Contact Great British Speakers today to book Diversity & OCD Campaigner Shaun Flores for your next event. Before fully dedicating himself to mental health advocacy, Flores had a successful career as a commercial model, collaborating with prominent brands such as Uber, Peloton, John Lewis, and Walkers. During this time, he struggled with disordered eating and the pressures of maintaining an unrealistic body image, challenges that are often overlooked in discussions surrounding men’s mental health. His experiences in the modelling industry have strongly influenced his work on redefining masculinity and promoting healthier body image ideals for men, a central theme in many of his talks. He is also working on an upcoming book, a deeply personal narrative that delves into the misconceptions surrounding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and broader mental health challenges, particularly within the Black community. The book explores his diagnosis of OCD at 27, which became a pivotal moment in his advocacy journey. It also addresses his struggles with ADHD, disordered eating, and the pressures of maintaining unrealistic body standards during his modelling career, offering a candid look at the intersections of race, masculinity, and mental health. His work includes collaborations with clients such as First Rate Exchange Services, Panasonic, NHS trusts, Bromford Housing Trust, JAAQ, Men's Health UK, and educational institutions. He has also worked with charities like MIND and CALM, delivering keynote speeches, workshops, and consultations that promote mental health awareness, diversity, and inclusion.   SHAUN FLORES TEDx SPEAKER He is also a very popular TED speaker, first talking about the education system in 2018 in a piece titled ‘The Failures of Multiculturalism’  followed by ‘The Straitjacket of Masculinity’ in 2022 about masculinity and male mental health - you can watch both talks below. He is due to complete a third TED talk about psychedelics and a possible mental health revolution. https://vimeo.com/818132591?share=copy   SHAUN FLORES KEYNOTE TALKS 1. "Reframing Privilege: Challenging the Narratives That Divide Us" This talk breaks out of the echo chamber that often surrounds discussions of privilege. It challenges conventional wisdom by examining privilege through social justice and conservative lenses and incorporating insights from The Unfair Advantage and Malcolm Gladwell’s David and Goliath. It encourages audiences to rethink their views on power and opportunity.2. "Beneath the Surface: Unmasking the Hidden Realities of Anxiety and Depression" In a world that never stops, anxiety and depression often thrive unseen. This talk goes beyond clichés, offering a raw, authentic exploration of what it means to live with these conditions. I share my experiences, discuss modern life's paradoxes, and offer unconventional strategies for managing mental health.3. "A Hunter in a Farmer’s World: The ADHD Story by Shaun Flores" This talk delves into the evolutionary theory behind ADHD, exploring how traits once essential for survival are now seen as disadvantages in a structured world. I challenge common misconceptions, discuss the impact of modern technology on ADHD, and highlight how ADHD can be harnessed as a superpower.4. "Redemption Culture, Not Cancel Culture: Calling People In, Not Calling Them Out" In an era of deep divisions, this talk advocates for a shift from cancel culture to a culture of redemption. By exploring the dangers of thought policing and the power of open dialogue, I encourage audiences to move beyond calling people out and towards calling them in, fostering a more inclusive and understanding society.These talks have been designed to engage, challenge, and inspire audiences. They address some of the most pressing issues of our time with depth and nuance. They will resonate across various settings, from corporate events and educational institutions to social justice forums. SHAUN FLORES IN THE MEDIA Outside of his work on mental health, Shaun is a successful model who has worked with ASOS, John Lewis, Papa John, Peloton and UBER, has walked at London Fashion Week, and has been featured in magazines including Candid and Vogue Italia. He is a freelance journalist who has written for South West London, The Common Sense Network, The Metro, Inews, Disability Expo, and The Book of Man; he has appeared on several vlogs and podcasts – including The OCD Stories Podcast, The Panic Podcast, Happiful Magazine Podcast, and All Things Hard Podcast, being interviewed on things like fatherlessness, societal topics, and his OCD. He is also the host of the Flower Hour podcast, where he aims to bridge societal gaps and produce a more inclusive society by discussing topics such as race, politics, music, social media, sexuality, religion, self-confidence, masculinity, inclusion, diversity, mental health, and rehabilitation. Guests include life coach Africa Brooke, founder of the Black Curriculum Lavinya Stenett, and Free Black University member Melz Owusu.   Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book OCD and Male Mental Health Speaker Shaun Flores for your corporate event. Contact us.

Sheila Gordhan is a multilingual presenter, event host, singer and keynote speaker, with a vast experience in corporate hosting. She is fluent in English, German, French, Hindi and Gujarati, making her an adaptable communicator for a range of clients. Her experience of presenting covers sporting events such as the Grand Prix, awards nights and musical celebrations, as well as touching on her jewellery stylist skills on QVC. This range of jobs and her education and expertise in various topics make Sheila a popular host and speaker. Contact Great British Speakers today to book TV presenter and speaker Sheila Gordhan for your next event.   Sheila Gordhan - TV Presenter Sheila Gordhan worked for the online channel DistroTV for just over a year, where she produced and presented several shows covering celebrity gossip and Asian and UK news. She also scripted The BritAsian on the channel, which looked at influential British Asian topics such as cuisine and music. At its height, the online channel received over 250 million views each month, not in short, thanks to Sheila’s expertise.   Sheila Gordhan - Corporate Speaking and Hosting Sheila’s corporate work includes presenting at the Asian Voice Charity Awards, the Digital City Awards, the India Awards and the Asian Achievement Awards, as well as the Loomba Foundation along with Sir Tony Blair and Lady Cherie Blair. She has also presented news programmes and interviewed people on topics as wide-ranging as veganism, United Nations, female music producers, comedy in the UK, electric cars, and mindfulness.   Sheila Gordhan - Speaking Topics - Asian Culture vs UK Culture - Entertainment, TV Production & Music - Health and Beauty - Physical Health and Mental Wellbeing   Sheila Gordhan - Other Interests Sheila is passionate about physical and mental wellbeing, advocating heavily for the benefits of mindfulness, and also presents to children on the importance of mental wellbeing. She also holds a masters in Reiki – a Japanese form of energy healing – which proves her credentials as an expert in the field. Sheila credits her diet, exercise and skincare regimes for keeping her body and mind in tip-top condition, which means she is often stopped and asked for ID, despite being over 35. As well as advocating for physical exercise, such as yoga, Sheila is a big supporter of beauty items such as essential oils, protective makeup and sunscreen, as well as a promoter of intermittent fasting. In combination, Sheila believes that you can maintain a healthy mental well-being by maintaining a healthy physical one. She also gained an Applied Jewellery Professional accreditation from the Gemological Institute of America, which means she can now be seen on the TV channel QVC as a guest jewellery presenter.   Sheila Gordhan - Music and Singing Career Sheila is also well known for her love of music; she has released a number of singles herself, including ‘Smile’ which reached the number one spot in the US Dance Billboard charts in 2016. Not just content with being in front of the microphone, Sheila has interviewed high-flying music producers and singers and has also presented documentaries, including The Journey of Brit Asian Music (2020). Sheila’s positivity, enthusiasm, and wide range of knowledge and expertise make her the perfect choice to speak or host at your next event. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book presenter and corporate speaker Sheila Gordhan or your corporate event. Contact us.

Sian Gabbidon is a renowned British businesswoman, motivational speaker, business consultant & the first black female winner of BBC's The Apprentice, following her series 14 success. Sian started her business Sian Marie from her bedroom and built it into a global brand. She now shares her story as an in-demand speaker and presenter on all aspects of business start-ups to a wide range of receptive audiences. Contact Great British Speakers today to book The Apprentice winner, entrepreneur, motivational speaker & presenter, Sian Gabbion, for your next event.   From humble Yorkshire beginnings Sian developed a creative flare, and after graduating with a First-Class Honours degree in Design, Marketing & Production and receiving her first sewing machine from her beloved parents, Sian started her clothing brand from her bedroom while working full-time. Eventually growing it into a global loungewear brand with seven-figure retail partnerships. Sian Gabbidon Inspirational Female Entrepreneur Sian now shares her story of success to inspire a multitude of audiences, giving a raw yet inspirational account of the reality of setting up a business from nothing through determination, grit, and passion with key touch points on overcoming adversity, never taking ‘no’ for an answer, learning from mistakes, understanding the power of knowledge and what it takes to pitch & secure a huge investment to boost a brand. Sian Gabbidon in the Media Her fashion brand has featured in numerous press articles and publications including The Times, Mail Online, Good Morning Britain, The Metro and more, a testament to Sian's elite success. Having gained experience during the process of building her brand, Sian instills in her audiences the steps that are necessary for success – whether that be in business or a chosen career path. Sian Gabbidon Presenting & Hosting Work Sian has single-handled hosted a variety of large-scale corporate events, conferences and awards ceremonies gaining national press exposure for hosts. Sian keeps audiences engaged with quick-thinking wit, charm and personality as reflected in the atmosphere. Sian Gabbidon Public Speaking As an After Dinner Speaker, Sian is famed for her anecdotes, which take audiences on a journey through her career from humble beginnings to industry success. As a School Speaker, Sian’s focus on the importance of education make her perfect role model and inspiration for the younger generation who are planning the next steps in their careers. Sian also offers engaging, interactional workshops for students. Sian Gabbidon Speaking Topics MOTIVATION OVERCOMING ADVERSITY THE POWER OF KNOWLEDGE FEMALE EMPOWERMENT BUSINESS START-UP WITH NO INVESTMENT ENTREPRENEURSHIP FASHION AND BUSINESS BEING A BLACK FEMALE IN BUSINESS INVESTING IN YOURSELF THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH SMALL BUSINESS BUSINESS STRATEGY LEADERSHIP & TEAMWORK Why book Sian Gabbidon? Sian shows charisma and confidence in her speaker sessions brought to 1000s across the nation from students through to corporate clients, captivating them with her Cinderella story. Audiences revel in her accounts of using digital marketing techniques and social media organically to gain invaluable brand exposure from a vast number of celebrities including the likes of Michelle Keegan and Molly-Mae Hague. As well as the powerful understanding in finding balance in life to avoid burnout, and working smarter over working hard. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book businesswoman, motivational speaker, business consultant & the first black female winner of BBC's The Apprentice Sian Gabbidon for your next live event or video.  Contact us.

Tech pioneer and endurance runner, Simon Wheatcroft, refuses to let blindness hold him back. Whether he is competing in ultra-marathons, climbing mountains or going about his day to day life, he combines the use of technology and his fundamental belief and trust in his own abilities and body to overcome what many would consider insurmountable barriers and achieve his goals. Simon's unique blend of ferocious drive, along with his background in technology and psychology, enables him to push the boundaries of possibility and challenge the audience to explore what they can achieve. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Tech pioneer and endurance runner, motivational speaker Simon Wheatcroft for your next event. Leveraging his experience of working with leading technology firms (IBM, MIT and Google), Simon Wheatcroft now seeks to create the next generation of inclusive technology that will continue to enable himself and others to achieve what many bystanders would consider unattainable - always working to ensure the provided solutions address true needs and account for future implications. This has included creating such diverse technology as robotic control systems for individuals with motor neurone disease, AI machine learning switching systems and the sonification of data analysis. Simon has also improved the inclusivity and diversity of the hackathon scene by creating hackcessible - a user led accessible hackathon event. Simon Wheatcroft - climbing mountains: Born with a genetic eye disorder (Retinitis Pigmentosa) resulted in Simon becoming blind at 17. After a number of difficult years of adaptation, he headed to California with the intention of climbing a mountain and proposing to his girlfriend. Having never climbed or hiked up a mountain before, Simon’s view was: how hard can it be?   While he managed to propose to his girlfriend (halfway up the mountain) the summit remained elusive as it was too dangerous for him to continue to the top. For the first time in his life Simon quit because he couldn’t see. It wasn’t the difficulty of the mountain, it was his lack of vision that defeated him on the day. Returning to the UK he vowed never to quit again because he was unable to see. Now all he needed was a new challenge. Making use of technology, he began a remarkable journey of learning to run outdoors totally unaided aside from the Smartphone app RunKeeper and his remaining senses as a guide.   Over a period of seven months, he went from running between the goalposts on a football field to his first race of over 100 miles. Partnering with leading technology firms and using social media to find running partners Simon has gone on to run marathons and ultramarathons. In 2014, he decided that the 26.2 mile New York City marathon wasn’t enough, so he decided to start the race in Boston - over 250 miles away! Since then, Simon has continued to test the boundaries of what is humanly possible - becoming the first ever blind person to run solo the 4 Deserts Marathon in Namibia in May 2016.   Simon Wheatcroft's incredible achievements have garnered significant media attention worldwide. He regularly features on TV - with special features on the CBS News Sunday Morning Live programme and BBC Click - and in the news, including a feature article in the New York Times after becoming the first blind man to run the New York Marathon solo.   Simon Wheatcroft keynote titles include, but are not limited to: Running the line: understand how technology can be used and adapted to expand the realm of possibility for all and how the obstacles affecting a visually impaired person can be used to create a product to benefit the general public.   Diversity in technology: understand how developing and adapting technology can break down barriers, increase diversity and create better solutions within a problem solving community.   Quitting and Failure: learn how to identify the delicate balance between what truly defines quitting vs failure and what can be learnt from adversity and failure and how it can result in a positive conclusion.   Understanding the end goal: how working backwards allows you assess potential risks and then strip down and simplify life into achievable tasks and ambitions.   Teamwork, leadership and motivation: how to put together the best team for the job and use your vision to inspire them to achieve things they never thought possible.   Diversity and technology: understand how embracing, developing and adapting technology can break down barriers, increase diversity and create better solutions. Email Great British Speakers now to book Blind Tech pioneer and solo endurance runner Simon Wheatcroft for your corporate event.

Sina Kahen hails from the AI and Medical Tech industries, with experiencing spanning strategy, design, and innovation across a decade in over 50 countries. He is also a successful author, having published a number of books – including Brief Insights on Medical Robotics. He notably led the commercialisation of the UK's first orthopaedic robot 'Celito'. He is a thought-leader in Conversational AI, and a keynote speaker on artificial intelligence, the Pursuit of Meaning, the future of healthcare, and the links between emotions and technology. He is a distinguished inventor, and author, with over a decade of experience in AI, healthcare, and beyond, Sina has built an impressive portfolio across product management, international sales, and R&D, and has consulted both established, and start-up companies. A qualified Biomedical Scientist with an MBA, Sina has authored influential books on robotics and philosophy. He led the commercialisation of one of the UK's first robotic healthcare technologies and as co-founder and CEO of VAICE he advises organisations on disruptive trends, innovation strategy, and the future of work. When Sina takes the podium as a speaker, or as a workshop leader, he brings his extensive knowledge and insight to topics like AI, healthcare, intrapreneurship, and the pursuit of meaning. He helps companies innovate and start-ups break out, and has worked with companies including Amazon, the BBC, DeSoutter Medical, Google, Imperial College, O2, Shell, and Novateur Ventures. Contact Great British Speakers today to book an artificial intelligence (AI) speaker on health care and conversational AI Sina Kahen to speak at your next event. Sina Kahen is the International Sales Manager and Innovation Manager at DeSoutter Medical, a Guest Lecturer at Imperial College Business School, and founder of VAICE, a conversational AI company. As co-founder of a stealth-mode startup, Sina is currently developing software that leverages generative AI to revolutionise workplace productivity Through his experience, Sina is able to identify the challenges and opportunities that have appeared from the adoption of emerging technologies, and from the new era of healthcare provision. He uses principles from behavioural science, biomimicry, and philosophy to present ideas and frameworks to global audiences. d SINA KAHEN – KEYNOTE SPEAKER Thought leader Sina is in demand as a keynote speaker and panel member for technology events, and private client events on topics including AI, business strategy, customer experience, digital health, digital transformation, disruptive innovation, futurism, healthcare, and start-ups. Sina’s unique ability to zoom in and zoom out makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant for those eager to explore emerging technologies. Through his keynotes, workshops, and advisory work, he empowers individuals and organisations to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Some of his popular talks include: AI Took My Job (to the next level): In this talk, Sina explores the transformative impact of AI on the workforce, examining how it is redefining job roles and creating new opportunities. He delves into the historical context and current trends of AI, highlights successful human-AI collaborations, and discusses the essential skills required for the future job market. He also addresses philosophical and ethical concerns, providing strategies for organisations and individuals to adapt and thrive in an AI-augmented world. This talk aims to empower audience members to view AI as a tool for growth and innovation, instead of a threat to employment. Riding the Wave of Innovation: Leveraging Emerging Technologies Across Industries: In this talk, Sina delves into the transformative potential of cutting-edge technologies like AI, and advanced robotics, across various sectors. He discusses ways to identify and capitalise on these trends to drive innovation, streamline operations, and gain a competitive edge. Innovation in Healthcare: Shaping Tomorrow’s Healthcare Today: Technological advancements continuously reshape the healthcare and MedTech industry. This presentation focuses on the emerging healthcare sector, and how to create new business models and transform patient outcomes in novel ways. Intrapreneurship: Catalysing Innovation in Corporate Culture: This talk focuses on the transformative power of fostering an intrapreneurial mindset within corporate environments. We'll explore successful examples and strategies for nurturing employee-driven innovation, emphasising how companies can tap into this resource to encourage creative problem-solving and new ideas. Returning to Humanism in the AI Age: Amidst the technological revolution, human-centric leadership remains paramount. This talk delves into how leaders can ensure humanity remains at the forefront, even as AI and robotics continue to advance, providing clarity and fostering creativity in the new age. Finding Meaning in a Digitally Transformed World: As our world becomes increasingly digital, finding personal and collective meaning becomes both more complex and more critical. This presentation explores ways to navigate this challenge, fostering purpose and connectivity in the age of AI. Ethics and Philosophy in AI: Guiding Principles in the Digital Frontier: This presentation explores the essential role of ethics and philosophical thinking in AI development and implementation. We'll discuss how to navigate the complex ethical landscapes of AI, ensuring responsible usage and sustainable development that respects human dignity and societal norms in the age of machine intelligence. Identifying and Defining Value Propositions: This session delves into the art of defining and capturing compelling value propositions, in any industry. We'll discuss techniques to identify unique product or service benefits, align them with customer needs, and effectively communicate these propositions to gain a competitive edge and drive business growth.   SINA KAHEN – AUTHOR  As of 2023, Sina has published three successful books, one on business, and the other two on philosophy. Both philosophy books – Ideas: Bereshit 1 and Ideas: Bereshit 2 – were released in 2020. They both drew thoughts from history, philosophy, psychology, and science to offer the reader a vision of the Torah (Hebrew Bible) based on intellect and integration. His third book, Brief Insights on Medical Robotics, was released in May 2023 and looked at the world of robotics and how it is revolutionising healthcare, from carrying out intricate surgeries, to enabling mobility, to streamlining care delivery. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Medical AI expert Sina Kahen for your corporate event. Sina is just one of our amazing Health, Wellness and STEMspeakers Contact us.

Cyclist Sir Chris Hoy is arguably one of Great Britain’s most successful Olympic athletes of all time, with six gold medals and one silver. He is a multiple world champion track cyclist, with 11 golds, 8 silver and 6 bronze medals to his name, as well as 2 gold Commonwealth medals and 2 bronze. At one point, Sir Chris Hoy was the greatest British Olympian in any sport, a title which was recently taken by fellow cyclist, Sir Jason Kenny. Sir Chris Hoy’s attendance at your intimate dinner, large-scale event or corporate conference will add a sparkle like no other. He is an exceptionally gifted sportsman and a concise and entertaining motivational speaker; he is an ideal addition to any occasion. Contact Great British Speakers today to book Olympian Sir Chris Hoy for your next event.   Sir Chris Hoy cycling career Sir Chris Hoy joined his first cycling club at the age of 14, before concentrating on track cycling when he joined the City of Edinburgh Racing Club. He won silver at the 1999 UCI Track Cycling World Championships in the team sprint before focussing on the upcoming Olympic Games. He burst onto the public scene at the 2000 Sydney Olympics where he teamed up with fellow cyclists Jason Queally and Craig MacLean to win a silver medal. Chris’ success would begin the renaissance of British track cycling along with figureheads Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish. By the time the 2004 Olympics came around, Chris was ranked No 1, and he ended up beating the World and Olympic Record, winning an individual gold medal. The 2004 games was the last time the Kilo event would be at an Olympics, so Chris had to develop his skills in other events, including the keirin, sprint and team sprint. This games meant he became Great Britain’s most successful Olympian at the time, with seven medals in total. In between the 2004 and 2008 Olympics, Sir Chris Hoy attempted the world record for the kilometre, but fell 0.005 seconds short, but he did win the 2008 UCI Track Cycling World Championships in 2008, becoming the first British man to do so in 52 years. In 2008, Sir Chris Hoy became the first British Olympian for 100 years to claim three gold medals at one games. Following these games, he took part in the Revolution 22 event, where he won both the sprint and keirin competitions. Sadly, an injury sustained a few months later ruled him out of most of the 2009 season. He started the 09/10 track season at the British National Championships where he took two individual national titles, gold medals in the Keirin, Sprint and was part of the Team Sprint. Two weeks later he won gold in the Keirin at the UCI World Cup, followed by the gold in the sprint event and team sprint. At the 2010 UCI World Championships, he won the bronze team sprint and the gold in the Keirin. In 2011, Chris took the match sprint title at the British National Championships, followed by the gold at the 2012 World Cup in Keirin and bronze in the team sprint, before winning gold in the individual sprint. Chris was the flag bearer at the 2012 Olympics in London. He went on to set a new world record in the team sprint, winning gold in that event as well as the Keirin, where he overtook Sir Steve Redgrave as the most successful British Olympian at the time. He announced his retirement from competitive cycling following this. Sir Chris Hoy Accolades Following his hat-trick of gold medals in the 2008 Olympics, he was named the BBC Sports Personality of the Year, along with the BBC Sports Personality Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. In 2005 he was awarded two honorary doctorates – one from the University of Edinburgh and another from Heriot-Watt University – before gaining another in 2009 from the University of St Andrews. Also in 2009, he was knighted by the Queen for his services to sport and cycling. Sir Chris Hoy motorsport After retiring from competitive cycling, Sir Chris Hoy took up one of his other passions – motorsport. In 2016, he took part in the world’s most demanding endurance race, the Le Mans 24 Hours, finishing in 18th place out of 60 cars. Sir Chris Hoy business and writing He remains passionate about cycling and successfully launched a range of kids' bikes called HOY Bikes, as well as published a series of children’s books, Flying Fergus, a cycling adventure series. Sir Chris Hoy commentator Since retiring, Chris can now be seen as part of the commentary teams on television and radio. He was an integral part of the BBC’s team covering the 2016 and 2020 Olympic games, the 2014 and 2018 Commonwealth Games, the 2018 European Championships and the Tour de France. He also became a track-side pundit for Eurosport for the 2021 UCI Track Champions League. Sir Chris Hoy was a guest presenter at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games for the BBC. Sir Chris Hoy speaking Chris is an experienced, polished speaker and presenter. He has spoken at events large and small across the country, discussing his professional career and the lessons he has learnt from it. He was also named as the official ambassador for the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships, an event he competed in on more than one occasion. Sir Chris Hoy speaking topics - Olympics - Goal Setting - Mindset - Performance - Personal Development - Planning and Preparation - Teamwork As a popular speaker, Chris talks about how to change, no matter how difficult, can be a good thing. Relaying his own story of change from 2004 to 2008 Olympics, Chris touches on the emotions he went through as a professional athlete, the highs and lows of the public eye, how he learnt new techniques to help him both physically and mentally and how he dealt with life away from his family. Sir Chris Hoy is a unique speaker, able to convert his experience in the sporting world to how people can improve their motivation, resilience and teamwork skills in the business world. Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book Olympics Legend Sir Chris Hoy for your corporate event. Contact us.

Sophie Hughes is a curve model, body positivity advocate, and freelance content creator. Sophie started modelling at 15 years old; during what should have been an exciting time for her, she was constantly pressured into losing weight through fad diets and fasting. But after gaining weight after an operation, Sophie leapt into the world of curve modelling and has since helped hundreds of people feel more confident in their body. Now also a content creator (with over 60,000 followers) and keynote speaker, Sophie talks about the surgery, the changes in her body, and how she had to find her confidence again. She leaves audiences feeling inspired, empowered and uplifted. Contact Great British Speakers today to book curve model Sophie Hughes for your next event. Whilst modelling as a teenager, Sophie Hughes was also working on her degree in psychology, focussing on resilience, positive psychology, and wellbeing. After graduating, she moved to Australia and began working for some of the world's biggest brands. But something would soon call her home. She found out that her 6-month-old nephew desperately needed a liver transplant. Sophie found out she was a match and flew straight back to the UK to have the gruelling eight hour operation. Whilst the surgery was a success, it left her with a seven-inch scar across her stomach, and she was in recovery for another three months. During this time she jumped four dress sizes, and she knew this change would make her modelling career all the more difficult. But the scar would actually be the catalyst for her new career. She became determined to help others with their confidence, and to promote the importance of mid-size representation in the industry. . SOPHIE HUGHES - CURVE MODEL As a curve model, Sophie has worked for top brands including Ann Summers, SKIMS, Boohoo, Superdrug, Boux Avenue, New Look, Simply Be, Pour Moi, and M&S. . SOPHIE HUGHES - SPEAKING TOPICS - How to accept your body and focus on more important things - Comparison culture and how to navigate social media for a healthy experience - Her experience with accepting her changing body including accepting her scars and weight gain - Her experiences in the modelling industry as both a size 6 and size 16 - General body positivity - Mindset and motivation   SOPHIE HUGHES - KEY TAKEAWAYS - Your body is the least interest thing about you - You can take back control of your happiness - How to be kinder to yourself - Practical tips and workbook exercises on how to accept yourself - Your size does not define your worth Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book curve model and entrepreneur Sophie Hughes for your corporate event. Contact us.