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Lucy Purdon United Kingdom

From Power Dressing to Deepfakes: How Did We Get Here? A revealing keynote delving into the novel ways in which women’s images, biometrics and data have been used throughout history, and why it matters today in the age of AI.

Mandie Holgate United Kingdom

Belief and confidence can override any obstacle; - and only you can stop your ultimate success

Suswati Basu United Kingdom

Suswati Basu is a multilingual disabled editor and journalist

Shola Kaye United Kingdom

Keynote speaker and author on empathy, leadership and communication.

Alison Edgar United Kingdom

Excelling in intrapreneurship, neurodiversity advocacy & dynamic change leadership

Cecilie Fjellhoy United Kingdom

Co-Founder of LoveSaid CIC, Recognised as the Victim of the Tinderswindler Case & Former UX Designer for Sopra Steria

Dr Dambisa Moyo United Kingdom

Chairman & Vice Chairman of the Economic Club of New York Finance & Investment Committee

Christina Thakor-Rankin United Kingdom

First female sports trader, AI entrepreneur and author of International Code of Practice for Workplace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Lena Thompson United Kingdom

The key to a meaningful life lies in embracing your unique purpose and not comparing your journey to anyone else’s

Inma Martinez United Kingdom

Advisory Council Member to the State Secretary for Artificial Intelligence

Eve Tomlinson United Kingdom

Communications expert and trainer

Emily Maitlis United Kingdom

Journalist & News Correspondent, Former Lead Anchor of BBC Newsnight

Rita Clifton United Kingdom

Co-Founder & Chairman of BrandCap, Deputy Chair of John Lewis Partnership, Chair of Forum for the Future & Author of ‘The Future of Brands’ & ‘Love Your Imposter’

Diana Parkes BSc MBPsS United Kingdom

Take back control to thrive. Five proven strategies for women's career fulfilment

Hayley Barnard United Kingdom

Award-winning diversity and inclusion expert & founder of Mix Diversity

Genny Jones AKA Confident Queen United Kingdom

IWD 2026 "Give To Gain" Keynote & 15-Min Energiser Single mum to being on BGT, delivering laughter yoga, resilience keynotes & women’s leadership workshops.

Dr Daksha Trivedi United Kingdom

Scientist, public health researcher, cancer survivor and health equality campaigner

Dr. Baroness Helen Newlove LLD (hc) DCL United Kingdom

From horrific events, even those most affected can strive against adversity to achieve their goals

Stephanie Jordan United Kingdom

Bee-liever of a more positive world and Co-Founder of the world’s most planet positive spirit

Emma Jane Taylor United Kingdom

Emma Jane Taylor is the voice you remember. A global force for truth, empathy and change, she speaks with lived experience and a courage that moves rooms. If you want impact that stays with your audience long after the event, book her.

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