Speakers

It is reported that 70% of BAME employees have experienced racial harassment in the workplace, an unacceptable statistic that reflects the need for global change. Our inspiring speakers are committed to doing just that, through educating business leaders and empowering employees of all backgrounds to take a stand against discrimination.

Including keynote, after dinner and motivational speakers, our comprehensive selection features leading experts from countless industries. They are essential additions to such events as Anti-Racism Day, which takes place on the 20th of March, as our BAME speakers will send a firm message of support to attendees.

If you require a BAME speaker to share their opinions and experiences, look no further than the inspiring, empowering selection showcased below.

Sandro Farmhouse

Finalist of The Great British Bake Off 2022 & Founder of Baking on the Spectrum

Candice Brathwaite

2X Sunday Times Bestselling Author, Founder & Host of Make Motherhood Diverse Podcast

Dr Sian Proctor

The First Black Woman to Pilot a Spacecraft, Professor at South Mountain Community College

Sonita Alleyne

The First Woman & Black Person to Become Master of Jesus College, Cambridge & Co-Founder & Former CEO of Somethin' Else

​Lemn Sissay

Official Poet for the London 2012 Olympics & Playwright Whose Play, "Something Dark" was Adapted for BBC Radio 3 & Won the UK Commission for Racial Equality's Race in the Media Award

David Harewood

British Actor Known for Homeland, Blood Diamond & The Night Manager & The First Black Actor to Portray Othello at the National Theatre in London

Sharon Thompson

First Black Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council & Deputy Mayor of the West Midlands, Award-Winning Leader on Housing, Equality and Inclusive Growth

Sir Ben Okri

Booker Prize-Winning Author, Poet & Playwright, Vice President at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama

Lina Nielsen

Professional Sprinter & Hurdler Who Achieved 4x400M Bronze Medals at Paris Olympics