LGBTQ Speakers

Alistair Appleton has been a British media favourite for over two decades. Having fronted some of the BBC’s most popular daytime and primetime series, Alistair is an instantly recognisable face in the industry. A trained psychotherapist and meditation instructor, Alistair is known for his promotion of mental wellbeing through mindfulness. Having been openly gay throughout […]

Akilah Hughes is a dynamic force in the world of entertainment, celebrated for her multifaceted talents as a writer, comedian, and podcast host. Currently calling Los Angeles, CA, her home, Hughes has left an indelible mark on the industry through her sharp wit, insightful commentary, and infectious personality. With a career that spans across various […]

Paris Lees is a highly inspirational transgender woman, who has continually raised awareness and empowered acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. The first transgender woman to appear in British Vogue and become a columnist in the publication, Paris has also written in the likes of The Independent, The Daily Telegraph and The Guardian expressing her concerns […]

Bonita Nuttall has almost two decades worth of experience as a presenter, including 7 years as a TV journalist on an international, award-winning program, TV Presenter of more than 140 episodes on a number of TV shows, a sought-after professional speaker and MC, and over 13 years’ experience as an international voice artist, Bonita Nuttall is a consummate media professional. In her inspirational […]

Soccer legend, TV host and podcaster, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Abby Wambach inspires audiences with her message that there is a leader inside all of us, and we each have the power to make change. Abby is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA World Cup Champion, and six-time winner of the U.S. Soccer Athlete of […]

Kyreé Miller is a resilience speaker, performer, and heart transplant recipient whose story is as unforgettable as his presence on stage. Over the course of eight years, Kyreé underwent five open-heart surgeries, received two cardiac devices, and ultimately survived a full heart transplant. His lived experience as a young Black gay man navigating the medical […]

Dr Julia Shaw is an internationally renowned psychologist working extensively in the areas of memory and criminal psychology. A published author, TEDx speaker and senior lecturer, Julia’s insightful contributions have been featured across the mainstream media as a leading authority on psychological science. As a speaker, Julia offers an experienced and perceptive analysis of human […]

Sharing the story of her accelerated rise up the corporate ladder, from her start working as a hostess to leading some of the world’s best-known food brands, Kat Cole provides insight and perspective on what it takes to create and lead successful teams, drive innovation and growth, lead with heart and sustain excellence. Kat Cole […]

Alex Newell is an American actor and singer. He is best known for his recurring role as Wade “Unique” Adams on Fox’s musical comedy-drama Glee, and as being a first season runner-up on Oxygen’s The Glee Project. Newell was born in Lynn, Massachusetts. His father died of cancer when he was six years old, at which point […]

Tim Gunn is the Emmy-winning co-host and mentor for Lifetime’s Project Runway, where he also serves as one of the show’s producers. He and co-host Heidi Klum won the 2013 Emmy Award for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program, nabbing the award after his first nomination. In addition to his television prowess, […]

One of the heroes of England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup squad, Ben Cohen helped the nation to a historic first-ever win in the tournament. He played a key role in the momentous victory over Australia in the final, and off-the-pitch he’s also made an impact. In 2011, he set up the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, […]

Melinda Briana Epler has over 25 years of experience developing business innovation and inclusion strategies for startups, Fortune 500 companies, and global NGOs. As CEO of Change Catalyst, Melinda currently works with the tech industry to solve diversity and inclusion together. Using her background in storytelling and large-scale culture change, She is a strategic advisor for […]

Megan Rapinoe is an American soccer midfielder currently playing for Philadelphia Independence of Women’s Professional Soccer and is a member of the United States women’s national soccer team. She helped the U.S. win the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the gold at the 2012 London Olympics, and finish runners-up at the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup. […]

Stylish and sophisticated interior designer, Bobby Berk has carved an award-winning career from his passion for refining space. The diversity advocate has not only made an impression on the industry through his entrepreneurial ventures but shot to international acclaim when he joined the cast of Netflix’s Queer Eye. Determined to use his prominence to raise […]

JoJo Siwa is a global superstar, entrepreneur, singer, television and film star, New York Times bestselling author, and social media sensation. Siwa has over 66 million followers on social media and over 3.7 billion views on YouTube, and in 2020 she was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. A “human brand” and […]

Nicola Adams OBE is officially Britain’s most successful female boxer of all time. She is a British Olympian with two gold medals and an inspirational speaker on sports, LGBT+ inclusion and diversity. She is the only female boxer to have secured the grand slam, having won every major title available to her, making her a sporting […]