A natural storyteller

Fiona is an accomplished senior executive, author and award winning advocate for diversity and inclusive leadership, known for crafting bold visions and transforming business with a focus on simplicity and communication. She is passionate about motivating people with big picture ideas and distilling complex issues to get to the insights, and she loves bringing energy and humor to tough topics. She leverages her three decades of corporate experience with global brands across consumer goods and online marketplaces, along with her observations living in many countries and travelling widely, to bring fresh perspectives. Her core topics are careers, personal development, leadership and diversity & inclusion.

What sets Fiona apart is her ability to relate, to find inspiration in the strangest places and to translate complex concepts into easy to digest ideas, all with passion and authentic delivery.

Fiona speaks to small and large groups and has performed around the world on stage, webinar, TV and podcasts.

Fiona engages in speaking opportunities that complement her work as an active executive, and she can guarantee to bring her passion and experience to delight your audience, whether as an outside set of eyes, an author with a point of view, or simply someone who will listen, ask the right questions and definitely entertain you in the process.

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Signature Keynotes

Succeeding by Being Yourself

Becoming the best version of yourself, without loosing who you are.
This keynote helps people understand their unique qualities and greatness, remove hurdles that dim it, and figure out what they need to thrive.
Drawing from ideas in the book Two Mirrors and a Cheetah, I show audiences:
How to see themselves clearly (Mirror 1)
How to be that person in reality (Mirror Two)
How to understand the conditions they need to feel fulfilled. (The Cheetah)
This is a humorous, honest and deeply relatable talk, that helps people rethink what matters and set up to build it.
Perfect for audiences navigating change, pressure and moments of self-doubt.
Inclusion Starts in the Mirror

The counter-intuitive approach to creating inclusive environments.
This keynote helps leaders to understand barriers to inclusion, and to build the understanding needed to unlock the power of diverse teams.
Drawing from personal stories making paint balls during lockdown, and personal experience as a woman in leadership, I help audiences:
See the unintended consequences of common approaches to inclusion,
Take steps to build inclusive teams and environments that work for all.
This is a thought provoking, light hearted look at diversity efforts that helps people re-think their approaches to driving inclusion.
Perfect for audiences navigating cultural change. onboarding employees and building high performing teams.
The Yellow Bag

The art of making decisions when data isn’t enough.
In an age of analytics and AI, leaders are rarely short on information, but often short on trust.
This keynote helps leaders explore what really guides decisions and when data runs out, and why the choices they make in these moments shape culture, credibility and confidence, long before outcomes.
Every leader carries more into a decision than data alone. The question is whether they are conscious of what they are carrying and what that teaches others?
Adaptability & Navigating Change

Spotting and understanding change and deciding how to react.
This keynote helps people to identify when they are stuck in their careers and isolate both the reasons for it, and the possible ways through.
Drawing on the metaphor of the cheetah and some simple but honest checklists, this keynote explores why so many people feel a lack of control over their work, and equips the audience with strategies to counter it.

What people say

Captivating, and inspired real change

“Fiona used her amazing storytelling, real life examples, and actionable insights, to empower our audience and inspire them to embrace their unique strengths to navigate career growth, embrace change and define their own work-life rhythm with confidence. Her keynote was not only insightful but also super motivating, leaving attendees with a renewed sense of purpose and the courage to take control of their professional journeys.

Chair of the Board, Lean In Netherlands”

Incredibly beneficial insights

Fiona's webinar was a tremendous success with our alumni. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, and the value she provided was evident. As an exceptional speaker, Fiona offered invaluable tools for self-reflection, understanding one's work, and identifying what truly matters. These insights are incredibly beneficial for anyone applying for new roles.

Leeds University Business School

Engaging and inspirational

I can confidently attest to Fiona's exceptional public speaking abilities. She is a natural communicator who consistently delivers presentations with clarity, confidence, and genuine passion. Her speaking style is both engaging and inspirational, drawing audiences in with her authentic approach and thoughtful delivery. Whether addressing small teams or large audiences, she has a remarkable ability to translate complex concepts into accessible insights.

VP Brand, Booking.com