LGBTQ Speakers

LGBTQ speakers are individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or any other non-heteronormative sexual orientation or gender identity, and they use their voices to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, inclusion, and acceptance.

These speakers often share their personal stories and experiences to raise awareness about the challenges and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and to promote diversity and equality.

LGBTQ speakers play a crucial role in inspiring change, fostering understanding, and creating a more inclusive and accepting society for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Their talks and presentations aim to educate, challenge stereotypes, and empower others to be allies and champions for LGBTQ+ rights.

Wade Davis
      Wade Davis is a former NFL player, global inclusion strategist and leadership coach who helps organizations advance gender, race and orientation equity through transformative, human centered culture change.
      • Former NFL Player
      Noramay Cadena - Image 02 (April 23, 2026)

          She helps leaders innovate across food, culture, and emerging technologies.

          • Hispanic Inspiration
          Stephanie Battaglino - Image 04 (January 20, 2026)

              She helps organizations create inclusive, respectful, belonging-centered workplace cultures.

              • Inclusivity Speaker
              Alencia Johnson - Image 06 (January 27, 2026)

                  She helps organizations turn values into authentic and lasting social impact.

                  • Social Justice
                  Kate Fagan - Image 05 (February 2, 2026)

                      She advances conversations on athlete mental health and performance culture.

                      Risha Grant
                          • Diversity Speaker
                          Rebecca Walker
                              Author and cultural thought leader Rebecca Walker empowers audiences with transformative insights on identity, diversity, LGBTQ advocacy, and the power of storytelling to drive meaningful social change.
                              • Diversity Speaker
                              Ben Cohen - Image 01 (July 14, 2026)

                                  Building stronger teams through respect, courage, and inclusion.

                                  • England Rugby Legend
                                  Sarah Schauer - Image 03 (October 7, 2026)

                                      Sarah finds relatable humor in the stranger side of life.

                                      • Social Influencer
                                      Kudzi Chikumbu - Image 03 (July 9, 2026)

                                          Helping brands thrive through creator-led marketing and digital innovation.

                                          • Digital Innovation
                                          Tammy Bruce
                                              • Talk Show Host
                                              Lindsay Boccardo

                                                  She helps generations understand each other and work better together.

                                                  • Generational Speaker
                                                  Shane Feldman - Image 03 (July 6, 2026)
                                                  • (4 reviews)

                                                    Building stronger teams through trust, connection, and shared purpose.

                                                    • Leadership Speaker
                                                    Arlan Hamilton - Image 06 (March 10, 2026)
                                                        Arlan Hamilton is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and founder of Backstage Capital who champions investment in underestimated startup founders.
                                                        • Inspiring Innovation
                                                        Dr. Paula Stone Williams - Image 07 (January 19, 2026)

                                                            She inspires inclusive leadership through empathy, courage, and understanding.

                                                            • Gender Equity
                                                            Katie Sowers
                                                                • Sporting Legend
                                                                Janelle Monáe - Image 02 (May 7, 2026)

                                                                    She inspires bold creativity, leadership, and authentic self-expression

                                                                    • Celebrity Artist
                                                                    Chelsea Miller - Image 04 (February 2, 2026)

                                                                        She drives racial equity through accountability, education, and systemic change.

                                                                        • Racial Justice
                                                                        Fredrik Eklund
                                                                            Fredrik Eklund delivers high-energy keynotes on elite sales performance, negotiation mastery, and personal branding, drawing from his record-breaking career in global luxury real estate.
                                                                            • Sales Speaker
                                                                            Vernice Armour - Image 03 (April 20, 2026)

                                                                                Bold leadership lessons that inspire confidence and breakthrough performance.

                                                                                • FlyGirl Motivational
                                                                                Dr. Vivienne Ming - Image 02 (April 23, 2026)

                                                                                    She uses AI and neuroscience to unlock human potential and performance.

                                                                                    • Mad Scientist
                                                                                    Greg R. Baird - Image 26 (April 21, 2026)
                                                                                    • (7 reviews)

                                                                                      He inspires inclusion, acceptance, and community through powerful storytelling.

                                                                                      • LGBTQ+ Civil Rights, Allyship.
                                                                                      Butterscotch Clinton - Image 03 (January 29, 2026)
                                                                                          Empowerment speaker and vocal percussionist Butterscotch Clinton inspires audiences through genre-defying music, resilience, and identity-driven storytelling that challenges norms and elevates human connection.
                                                                                          • Empowerment Speaker
                                                                                          Maja Kazazic - Image 06 (April 28, 2026)
                                                                                          • (3 reviews)

                                                                                            She inspires resilience, inclusion and strength through adversity.

                                                                                            • Genocide Survivor

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                                                                                            Finding the right keynote speaker is about more than selecting a well-known name. Every event has unique objectives, audiences and budgets, and our experienced team works closely with clients to recommend speakers whose expertise and presentation style align with those goals.

                                                                                            Unlike online speaker directories, Speakers Inc. provides personalised recommendations and manages the complete booking process—from speaker selection and briefing through to contracts, logistics and event delivery. Whether you’re planning a leadership summit, sales conference or executive forum, we help ensure your event is both seamless and memorable.

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                                                                                            Speaker fees vary based on experience, demand, and event requirements. We work with a wide range of budgets and can recommend options that fit your goals.

                                                                                            We make the process simple. Our team works closely with you to understand your audience, objectives, and budget, then recommends speakers who are the best fit to deliver a meaningful and memorable experience.

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