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




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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