Motivational Speakers

Black History Month

At Raise the Bar, we understand that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but are crucial aspects of a thriving and successful workplace. And it's an area we love supporting our clients with, to help them create a positive and innovative work environment. That's why we're proud to represent some of the most influential and motivational black speakers, who focus on this topic area and are the perfect addition to bring any event or conference to life.

SAVED SPEAKERS

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Richard Etienne

Communications strategist who empowers introverted leaders and champions a personality diverse working environment.

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Ade Adepitan MBE

Experienced broadcaster and international Paralympic wheelchair basketball player.

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Steven Bartlett

Steven Bartlett is the 27-year-old CEO of Social Chain, one of the UK’s largest publicly listed social marketing agencies & media publishers

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Sharon Amesu

Former Barrister turned award-winning speaker and consultant, specialising in leadership and diversity.

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Bejay Mulenga

Creative entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in business and education.

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Juliette Foster

Award-winning TV and radio presenter who has enjoyed a high-flying broadcasting career presenting flagship programmes.

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Clive Myrie

Award Winning BBC Presenter & Host

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Dame Denise Lewis DBE

Denise Lewis OBE is a former gold medal winning Olympic Heptathlete, TV Presenter and President of Commonwealth Games England.

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Seyi Akiwowo

Founder and CEO of Glitch, an award-winning charity working to prevent online abuse & gender-based violence.

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Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE

Space Scientist and TV Personality

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June Sarpong OBE

One of the most recognisable faces of British television and one of the UK’s most intelligent and dynamic young hosts.

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Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE

Anne-Marie Imafidon is Head Stemette and co-founder of Stemettes, inspiring females into STEM.

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Reggie Yates

One of Britain’s most recognisable media personalities and broadcasters.

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Karen Blackett OBE

Karen Blackett OBE, UK Country Manager for WPP and GroupM UK CEO, is a renowned and proven business leader with a track record in creating v

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Swarzy Macaly

Swarzy Macaly presents BBC Radio 1Xtra's Weekend breakfast and is a Voice of BBC Sounds. She is a vibrant event host, moderator and speaker.

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Colin Jackson CBE

Colin Jackson, Great Britain’s Legendary Hurdler, Multiple Gold Medallist & World Record Holder and Broadcaster

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Rt Hon David Lammy

David Lammy is the Member of Parliament for Tottenham, London’s most diverse constituency.

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Anton Ferdinand

Anton Ferdinand is a former professional footballer, media personality and mentor.

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Donna Fraser OBE

Donna Fraser is a 4 time Team GB Olympian with Equality, Diversity & Inclusion expertise in sport organisations and businesses.

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James Adeleke

James Adeleke is on a mission to change the world. He is a Nigerian-born, dyslexic Social entrepreneur & the CEO of Generation Success.

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Levi Roots

Reggae Reggae brand founder & Successful Entrepreneur

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Timothy Armoo

Timothy is the award-winning CEO of influencer marketing agency Fanbytes and a 'Generation Z' business expert.

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Maggie Alphonsi MBE

Former Womens England Rugby World Cup Winner

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Afua Hagan

Afua Hagan TV & Radio Presenter, regularly appears on ITV, BBC and TalkRadio, Keynote Speaker, Diversity and Inclusion Speaker, Event Host,

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Vernice Armour

America's First Black Female Combat Pilot, Former Marine & Cop, Author of Zero to Breakthrough and Consultant to Business

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Ayo Sokale

Civil engineer, entrepreneur, BBC Presenter, Former Deputy Mayor of Reading, speaker on sustainability, motivation, STEM and neurodiversity.

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Anthony Mays

Anthony D. Mays is a public speaker, DEI consultant, writer, tech career coach, and software engineer of over 20 years experience.

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Emmanuel Asuquo

Emmanuel Asuquo is a Finance Expert, Author and Television Presenter and Expert.

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