All Speakers

Arun Kapur is the founder of the Wolverhampton Film Festival and a passionate advocate for storytelling, creativity, and representation in the arts. With a background in film production and community engagement, he launched…Read More

Daniel Geey is a leading sports lawyer and author, recognised as one of the UK’s foremost experts on the business of football. With extensive experience advising Premier League and European clubs, players, agents,…Read More

Danielle Tomlinson is a British contemporary artist celebrated for her vibrant, urban-inspired paintings of endangered wildlife. Growing up in Leicester, she developed a unique style that blends spray paint, fine art, and layered…Read More

Ella McCrystal is a psychotherapist, author, and podcaster with over 15 years’ experience helping people transform their mental health and wellbeing. As the clinical director of The Northampton Clinic, she specialises in cognitive…Read More

Eloise Idoine is a professional LinkedIn trainer based in Nottingham, with over 12 years’ experience in senior sales and marketing roles. Through her business, Rialto Training, she helps organisations including not-for-profits connect with…Read More

Emma Levy is a highly respected physiotherapist with extensive experience working in elite sport and rehabilitation. Over her career, she has supported professional athletes across football, rugby, and athletics, specialising in injury prevention,…Read More

Estelle Keeber is an award-winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and social media expert whose journey from using food banks as a single mum to building a global brand has inspired thousands. After losing everything…Read More

Jeff Mostyn is one of football’s most respected leaders, best known as the former Chairman and Owner of AFC Bournemouth, helping oversee one of the most remarkable journeys in modern football as the…Read More

Jenny Jarvis, known as the Queen of the Pivot, is a transformational coach, trainer, and author who specialises in helping people and organisations successfully navigate change. As Head of Human Transformation at Q…Read More

Jon Attenborough is an author, activist, and disability rights campaigner who has dedicated his career to advocating for blind and visually impaired people. Living with sight loss himself, Jon uses his personal experience…Read More

Leslie Gold is an experienced comedian, MC, comedy producer and podcast host, originally from New Jersey, now based in London. 

After more than 20 years in the charity sector, she…Read More

Marc Smith is a coach, mentor, broadcaster, and certified life coach who combines 20 years of experience in boxing, fitness, and mindset training with a passion for helping people unlock their potential. Through…Read More

Matt Clutterham is a brand-building expert, trainer, author, and event host with over 25 years’ experience helping some of the world’s most recognisable brands, including Sony, Bacardi, EE and GQ Magazine, connect with…Read More

Miranda Brawn is an award-winning diversity and inclusion leader, lawyer, and philanthropist, recognised as one of the UK’s most influential voices on equality. With a successful career in law, finance, and business, she…Read More

Nathaniel Peat is a multi-award-winning social entrepreneur, engineer, and international speaker, recognised for his leadership in innovation, diversity, and youth empowerment. He is the co-founder of Safety Box, a social enterprise that helps…Read More

Nick Gazzard MBE is the founder of the Hollie Gazzard Trust, established in memory of his daughter, Hollie, who was tragically murdered in 2014. Since then, Nick has dedicated his life to raising…Read More

Sam Peters is an award-winning journalist, author, and campaigner best known for his pioneering work highlighting the dangers of concussion in sport. As a long-serving rugby correspondent for the Mail on Sunday, he…Read More

Simon Leslie is an entrepreneur, author, and inspirational speaker best known as the co-founder and long-serving CEO of Ink, the world’s leading travel media company. With over three decades of experience building businesses…Read More

Simon Mundie is a broadcaster, podcaster, and writer best known as the creator and host of The New Way of Being Podcast and former presenter of BBC Radio 1’s Don’t Tell Me The…Read More

Steve Whittle is the founder of Tough To Talk, a suicide prevention charity dedicated to breaking the silence around men’s mental health. After experiencing the devastating impact of suicide within his own life,…Read More

Tilly Dowler, known as “The Blind Stylist”, is an inspirational speaker and advocate, passionate about wellbeing, resilience, and raising awareness around disability. Drawing on her own lived experiences of sight loss, she shares…Read More

Jed Stone is a comedian and entertainer with decades of experience bringing laughter to audiences across the UK. Known for his quick wit, energy, and ability to connect with people of all ages,…Read More

Jim Daly is a comedian, writer, and broadcaster best known for blending sharp observational humour with his lifelong passion for football. A regular on the UK comedy circuit, he has performed at venues…Read More

Leslie Gold is an experienced comedian, MC, comedy producer and podcast host, originally from New Jersey, now based in London. 

After more than 20 years in the charity sector, she…Read More

Paul Tonkinson is one of the UK’s most accomplished comedians, bringing sharp observational humour, effortless storytelling and decades of live performance experience to every event. A familiar face from television and radio, Paul…Read More

Sam Avery is an award-winning comedian, bestselling author, and renowned speaker who uses humour to create happier, healthier, and more connected communities. With over 20 years of experience and more than 350 comedy…Read More

Scott Bennett is an award-winning comedian and writer, known for his sharp observational humour and relatable storytelling. A rising star of the UK comedy circuit, he has toured nationwide with his acclaimed Blood…Read More

Steve Owen is a retired Metropolitan Police officer turned comedian, host, and entertainer, bringing a unique mix of real-life experience and humour to the stage. With 30 years of exemplary police service specialising…Read More

Tej Dhutia is a stand-up comedian, host, and presenter known for her sharp wit, infectious energy, and ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. With a growing reputation on the…Read More

Colin Beresford is an experienced event host and fundraising specialist who knows how to engage an audience and keep an event moving. As the founder of Covert Bids, Colin has supported charity…Read More

Geoff Peters is a broadcaster, commentator, and author with more than 25 years’ experience in sports media. Best known as a presenter on talkSPORT, he has covered major football tournaments around the world,…Read More

Jed Stone is a comedian and entertainer with decades of experience bringing laughter to audiences across the UK. Known for his quick wit, energy, and ability to connect with people of all ages,…Read More

Jim Daly is a comedian, writer, and broadcaster best known for blending sharp observational humour with his lifelong passion for football. A regular on the UK comedy circuit, he has performed at venues…Read More

Leslie Gold is an experienced comedian, MC, comedy producer and podcast host, originally from New Jersey, now based in London. 

After more than 20 years in the charity sector, she…Read More

Martin Ballard is a broadcaster, presenter, and host with more than three decades of experience in radio, television, and live events. Best known for his work on BBC Radio Leicester and as the…Read More

Rob Palmer is a highly respected football commentator and broadcaster, best known as the voice of La Liga on Sky Sports for over two decades. Covering some of the world’s biggest matches and…Read More

Scott Bennett is an award-winning comedian and writer, known for his sharp observational humour and relatable storytelling. A rising star of the UK comedy circuit, he has toured nationwide with his acclaimed Blood…Read More

Simon Mundie is a broadcaster, podcaster, and writer best known as the creator and host of The New Way of Being Podcast and former presenter of BBC Radio 1’s Don’t Tell Me The…Read More

Steve Owen is a retired Metropolitan Police officer turned comedian, host, and entertainer, bringing a unique mix of real-life experience and humour to the stage. With 30 years of exemplary police service specialising…Read More

Tej Dhutia is a stand-up comedian, host, and presenter known for her sharp wit, infectious energy, and ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. With a growing reputation on the…Read More

Alice Sharpe is an Irish Olympic cyclist who has represented her country at the highest level on both road and track. After switching from triathlon to cycling while at Manchester Metropolitan University, she…Read More

Andrew Johnson is a former England international and Premier League striker who enjoyed a distinguished playing career with clubs including Crystal Palace, Everton and Fulham. Since retiring from football, he has focused on…Read More

Anthony Clark is a former Great Britain badminton player and Olympian, recognised as one of the most successful doubles specialists in English badminton history. Competing at the highest level for over a decade,…Read More

Ashleigh Plumptre is a Nigeria international footballer and former Leicester City Women defender, celebrated for her strength, composure, and leadership on the pitch. After beginning her career at Leicester and spending time in…Read More

Asmir Begović is a Premier League–winning goalkeeper and international footballer with over 60 caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina, who has played at the highest level for clubs including Chelsea, Stoke City, Bournemouth and…Read More

Bobby Madley is a former Premier League referee and experienced professional speaker who offers a rare, behind-the-scenes insight into elite officiating at the highest level of football. Having refereed in the Premier League…Read More

Charlie Austin is a professional footballer whose prolific goal-scoring has made him one of the most respected strikers in English football. Rising from non-league football to the Premier League, he has enjoyed successful…Read More

Dean Macey is a former Olympic decathlete and one of Britain’s most admired all-round athletes. Nicknamed “The Dean Machine” for his grit and determination, he represented Team GB at the Sydney 2000 and…Read More

Dean Richards is a former England rugby international and highly respected coach, renowned as one of the game’s great leaders. As a powerful number eight, he earned 48 caps for England, featured in…Read More

Dr. Paul Stewart is a former professional footballer who played for clubs including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Liverpool, enjoying a career at the highest level of English football. Since retiring, he has…Read More

Frank Bruno MBE is a British boxing legend and one of the nation’s most beloved sporting figures. Renowned for his power, determination, and charisma, he became WBC Heavyweight Champion of the World in…Read More

Gary Taylor-Fletcher is a former professional footballer whose career is one of the most inspiring stories in English football. Rising from non league football to the Premier League, Gary became a fan favourite…Read More

Jamell Anderson is a professional basketball player and Great Britain international, celebrated for his athleticism, leadership, and commitment to the game. A long-serving member of the Leicester Riders, he has won multiple trophies…Read More

Jeff Mostyn is one of football’s most respected leaders, best known as the former Chairman and Owner of AFC Bournemouth, helping oversee one of the most remarkable journeys in modern football as the…Read More

Jonathan Broom-Edwards MBE is a Paralympic high jumper and motivational speaker, recognised for his resilience, determination, and sporting excellence. Born with congenital talipes (club foot), he discovered para athletics in his twenties and…Read More

Jonathan Davies is one of Wales’ most accomplished rugby players, earning more than 90 international caps and representing both the Wales national rugby union team and the British & Irish Lions at the…Read More

Karl Dickson is a former professional rugby union player turned elite referee, whose career has spanned both the Premiership and the international stage. As a scrum-half, he represented Harlequins over 170 times, winning…Read More

Kemar Roofe is a professional footballer renowned for his versatility, technical ability, and eye for goal. Starting his career at West Bromwich Albion before making his name at Oxford United, he went on…Read More

Lily Canter is an ultra runner, UKA-qualified athletics coach, author and one of the UK’s leading advocates for women in sport. As the co-author of Ultra Women (the Guardian and The Times Sports…Read More

Mark O’Brien is a former professional footballer whose career included spells at Derby County, Motherwell, Luton Town, and Newport County, where he became a fan favourite for his leadership and determination. Remarkably, Mark…Read More

Matt Jarvis is a former Premier League and England international footballer, best known for his pace, skill, and consistency as a winger. Over a career spanning more than 400 professional appearances, he played…Read More

Matt Scott is a Scotland international rugby union player, recognised for his skill, strength, and consistency in the centre. Since making his debut in 2012, he has earned numerous caps for his country,…Read More

Paul Parker is a former England international footballer best known for his time at Manchester United, where he won two Premier League titles, an FA Cup, a League Cup, and a European Cup…Read More

Paul Shaw MBE is a Paralympian and former Head Coach of the Great Britain wheelchair rugby team, who led the squad to historic gold at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. After a life-changing…Read More

Peter Bakare is a former Team GB volleyball player, Olympian, and writer whose journey from East London to the London 2012 Games is as inspiring as it is unique. Alongside his sporting career,…Read More

Rebecca Wilde is an Olympic medallist rower for Great Britain, recognised for her dedication, resilience, and achievements on the international stage. She has represented her country at the highest level, winning medals at…Read More

Robin Tarr is a Paralympian and inspirational speaker whose story embodies resilience, determination, and the power of sport to transform lives. Representing Great Britain on the international stage, Robin competed at the Paralympic…Read More

Shona McCallin MBE is an Olympic gold medallist and former England and Great Britain hockey international. A key part of the squad that made history by winning gold at the Rio 2016 Olympic…Read More

Simon Grayson is a former professional footballer and highly respected manager, with a career spanning more than three decades in the game. As a player, he made over 500 appearances for clubs including…Read More

Stephen Warnock is a former England international and Premier League footballer who enjoyed a distinguished career with clubs including Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Leeds United. Since retiring, he has become a respected broadcaster…Read More

Steve Walsh is a former Leicester City captain and club legend, renowned for his leadership, versatility, and wholehearted commitment on the pitch. During his 14 years at the club, he made over 450…Read More

Steven Caulker is a former England international footballer whose career has spanned the Premier League, Championship, and international stages. Having played for clubs including Tottenham Hotspur, Swansea City, Cardiff City, Queens Park Rangers…Read More

Yona Knight-Wisdom is an Olympic diver who made history as Jamaica’s first-ever male Olympic diver, competing at both the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Games. Known for his powerful performances from the springboard…Read More