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One of the most prolific and sought-after DEI speakers in Europe, Hayley Barnard is a thought leader and practitioner specialising in topics including gender balanced workplaces, inclusive leadership, and unconscious bias.
Hayley has delivered keynotes to over 320 companies across the globe, inspiring audiences to DEI transformation at Mercedes-Benz, Capital One, Deloitte, Essity, HSBC, Altrad, and many more.
Hayley’s speaking style is charismatic, warm, humorous and down-to-earth. Whether discussing the macro-economics of DEI and its impact on business growth, aKinity bias and how to stop it in its tracks, or when ‘workplace banter’ goes too far, she addresses complex DEI topics using real-life examples and quantified research. Employees, managers and leadership teams are left with a clear understanding of the importance of embracing inclusive practices and also – most importantly – the tools to implement them.
As a practising consultant and CEO of one of the most respected DEI consultancies in the world, Hayley is uniquely placed to speak on up-to-the-minute DEI issues. She regularly advises on DEI best practice across multiple industries – from global banking brands to household-name retailers – with recent clients including Specsavers, HSBC, Matalan, Center Parcs and Lidl. Whatever the topic or audience, Hayley will precisely tailor her speech to meet your organisation’s needs, ensuring a relatable and lasting impact.
Having co-led a team of women on an Arctic Circle expedition, swum 46 km around Manhattan Island and completed ‘the Everest of marathon swimming’ – the English channel – Hayley knows a thing or two about inspiring audiences and is also a sought-after motivational speaker. She brings this personal experience to every keynote speech and, combined with her extensive DEI and business expertise, the result is powerful speeches which ignite positive change and instil the principle: diversity isn’t about difference, it’s about excellence.
Unconscious Bias (implicit bias) – we all have it! This talk will explain how to spot it and what you can do to reduce its impact at work.
Hayley Barnard is a world-renowned speaker on DEI and unconscious bias. Her fun, thought-provoking and interactive speeches will equip your audience with a comprehensive understanding of unconscious bias, enabling them to recognise and mitigate its effects in their daily interactions and professional settings.
Each organisation has its own unique challenges. Hayley customises every presentation to suit the specific needs and goals of your company. By conducting thorough research and understanding your organisation’s context, she ensures that her content resonates with your audience and delivers practical strategies to address unconscious bias effectively.
Beyond simply inspiring awareness, Hayley focuses on providing tangible solutions that drive lasting change. With humour, personal insight and real-life examples, she expertly demonstrates how unconscious bias impacts decision-making, talent acquisition, leadership and team interactions.
Inspiring leaders to champion diversity, equity and inclusion. Practical steps to overcome bias and build diverse and inclusive team.
Chosen for her extensive knowledge, approachable style and meticulous planning by global brands including Capital One, Colgate, Diageo, Experian, EY, H&M, J&J, Konica Minolta, Nissan and many more, you’ll never get a ‘one size fits all’ approach with Hayley.
Three ways to be a better ally in the workplace and how your privilege may be getting in the way.
Hayley Barnard is one of the world’s leading authorities on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, known for her action-oriented, transformative speeches that have inspired audiences around the globe since 2013. Hayley’s unique style blends deep expertise with humour and approachability, making her an invaluable addition to any event.
Organisations – and people – don’t change overnight. Hayley’s aim is to meet people where they are and equip them to take the next step, from challenging some of their own biases, to stepping out of their comfort zone.
Whether delivering a speech to an audience of thousands, a workshop for CEOs or a webinar for dispersed leaders, Hayley’s relaxed style invites candid discussion on difficult issues – creating a real buzz amongst teams and audiences.
Unpacking the business case for diversity and why equity and inclusion is worth fighting for. Also, what’s in it for you.
Organisations – and people – don’t change overnight. Hayley’s aim is to meet people where they are and equip them to take the next step, from challenging some of their own biases, to stepping out of their comfort zone.
Whether delivering a speech to an audience of thousands, a workshop for CEOs or a webinar for dispersed leaders, Hayley’s relaxed style invites candid discussion on difficult issues – creating a real buzz amongst teams and audiences.
Hayley is a world-renowned motivational speaker, delivering inspirational speeches to company conferences, annual meetings and corporate events. Her distinctive blend of humour, professional insight and personal experience will capture your audience’s imagination, empowering each delegate to make meaningful change and believe in their own potential.
From trekking across the Arctic, swimming the English Channel and running three successful companies, Hayley knows a thing or two about maintaining motivation. She brings this experience, as well as a deep understanding of workplace culture and challenges, to every speech – equipping companies with the necessary tools to foster a healthy and resilient workforce.
Keynotes include;
Move into the FAST LANE: Fearless ambition, pushing yourself to upskill and try new things.
Balanced LEADERSHIP: What’s it like on the other side of you as a leader? Self-awareness and influence.
If you don’t ask, YOU DON’T GET: Overcoming self-doubt, stopping self-sabotage, aiming high, having a plan to get there.
Although Hayley’s delivery is relaxed and light-hearted, every motivational speech is rigorously prepared behind the scenes to meet the needs of its audience.
It’s this combination of personalised content and approachable, natural style that’s made Hayley a favourite with clients as diverse as H&M, Vodafone, and Capital One.
Hayley’s passion for topic was infectious and her professionalism in working to ensure the talk met our needs was impressive. Hayley is an engaging speaker that opens up the topic of inclusion of diversity in the workplace in such manner that inspires you to take action.
A BIG thank you for an amazing presentation yesterday! We have received so many positive and great responses and the whole team really appreciated your style and way of presenting a super relevant topic. I have already had several conversations with people who have done some good reflection on inclusion.
