Top 10 Learning and Development Speakers

Investing in your employees is extremely important if you want to stay ahead of the crowd and achieve business success. With this in mind, the importance of learning and development initiatives cannot be overstated.

Perhaps one of the best ways to drive learning and development in your workplace is to hire expert keynote speakers who can both inspire and educate. At Evolve, we have a remarkable roster of speakers who can energise audiences and deliver actionable insights. Whether you’re seeking new leaders in your organisation or want to ignite creativity, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 learning and development speakers who can bring their expertise to your next event.

Matthew Syed

A former Olympic table tennis player turned bestselling author and broadcaster, Matthew Syed is an expert on high performance and leadership. His books have helped explore how organisations can learn from failure and unlock the full potential of their teams. He has worked with some of the biggest companies in the world, providing a compelling voice for cultural transformation. He can help your audience rethink how they do things, providing tips for growth and development.

Tim Peake

A British astronaut and former army officer, Tim Peake is a standout speaker if you’re looking for someone to explore resilience, teamwork and adaptability. Drawing on his extraordinary experience on the International Space Station, he can share his insights on leading under pressure and learning in high-stake environments. Tim is sure to leave your team fully inspired to reach their potential.

Jamil Qureshi

Renowned performance psychologist Jamil Qureshi has worked with both world-class athletes and Fortune 500 companies helping to shift mindsets and embrace change. In his own unique, engaging style, Jamil can help your team operate at peak performance. He’s a master of challenging conventional thinking and equipping teams with the tools they need to perform at their best.

Davina McCall

One of the UK’s most recognisable television personalities, Davina McCall is also a passionate advocate for wellbeing and mental health. Her own health journey has seen her gain a fresh perspective on life, and her anecdotes of resilience resonate with all audiences. Davina brings authenticity and emotional intelligence to her discussions around workplace wellness and personal development.

Mike Bates

Former Royal Marine Mike Bates served his country for more than 20 years and became the first officer in history to pass all the required courses to serve at the front line of the UK’s counter-terrorism response. He can deliver powerful lessons on leadership, decision-making and performing in extreme conditions. With decades of military experience behind him, Mike translates lessons from the battlefield to the boardroom.

Pauline Miller

An experienced business psychologist and DEI expert, Pauline Miller has led transformational change in major institutions across the UK including Lloyds of London. In her career, she has become a driving force in creating inclusive cultures where all employees can thrive. At all of her events, she speaks with clarity, explaining why inclusion matters and how teams can contribute to systematic change.

Tim Campbell

The first-ever winner of The Apprentice, Tim Campbell MBE is a successful entrepreneur who is passionate about social mobility and diversity. At your event, he can use his charismatic presence and real-world business experience to engage audiences on topics such as leadership and inclusion – helping to unlock talent from all backgrounds.

Ellie Simmonds

Paralympic gold medallist Ellie Simmonds is an inspirational athlete and speaker who challenges the perceptions of living with a disability. Her personal story of grit and humility can inspire your team to think differently about how they can achieve success. At all of her events, Ellie can help to energise teams and build more inclusive workplace cultures.

Reverend Richard Coles

Reverend Richard Coles is a popular media personality who offers humour and wisdom at all his speaking events. A former pop star turned priest, he can connect with audiences through his stories of diversity and human connection. A brilliant choice for all learning and development themed events, his personal life story leaves an impact every time.

Karen Blackett

Karen Blackett is a trailblazer in business and media and a passionate advocate for inclusive leadership. She is UK President of WPP, – the world’s largest marketing services group. Throughout her career, she has driven cultural transformation on a huge scale. At your event, she can speak powerfully about how leadership can shape inclusive organisations and help your employees thrive.

Keynote speakers can play a transformational role in any learning and development strategy providing a fresh perspective and lived experiences that can spark real change. To elevate your next learning and development event, get in touch with Evolve today to find the perfect speaker. Give us a call on 0115 778 8131 or email our team on info@evolve-agency.co.uk