Book Women Leaders Speakers

Helle Thorning-Schmidt is the former Prime Minister of Denmark (the country's first woman PM) and the former CEO of Save the Children International. She is an expert on Global Economics, Geopolitics, and Social Justice. She currently serves as Co-Chair of the Oversight Board for Facebook, advising on freedom of expression online. Her keynotes provide unique political and international expertise on Leadership, Gender Equality, and navigating the intersection of Global Markets and Political Trends.

Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, is a legendary ethologist and conservationist, best known for her 60-year study on chimpanzees and her foundational discovery that they make and use tools. She is a UN Messenger of Peace. As the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) and Roots & Shoots, her work is a global model for community-centered conservation and youth empowerment. Her keynotes provide a powerful, hopeful call to action on environmental crises, urging every individual to take responsibility for all living things and the planet.

Jamie Kern Lima is the founder of IT Cosmetics (sold to L'Oréal for $1 billion) and the first female CEO of a brand in L’Oréal’s history. She is a two-time NYT bestselling author and a Guest Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank. Her highly-rated podcast and best-selling books, including WORTHY, share her personal story of overcoming years of self-doubt and becoming one of Forbes' Richest Self-Made Women. Her keynotes focus on inspiring and elevating women, using her unique insights to provide actionable strategies for self-worth, resilience, and entrepreneurial success.

Susie Wolff, MBE, is the Managing Director of the F1 Academy and a pioneer who broke barriers by becoming the first woman to drive in a Formula 1 race weekend in over two decades. She is a dedicated advocate for female talent and diversity in motorsport. The former CEO of ROKiT Venturi Racing, her talks provide a powerful blueprint for achieving goals and leading with character in high-pressure environments. She is a highly valued speaker on diversity, motivational leadership, and the importance of following your gut toward fulfillment.

Carly Fiorina is the former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard (HP), where she led the controversial but ultimately strategic merger with Compaq. She is a highly sought-after business speaker and executive advisor. As one of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women (Forbes), she brings firsthand experience in corporate turnaround, strategic mergers, and high-stakes politics. She is currently Chairman of the American Conservative Union Foundation and Opportunity International, which focuses on micro-finance to alleviate poverty.

Dr. Kiran Bedi is India's first woman IPS officer, the former Lt. Governor of Puducherry, and a recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asia's Nobel Peace Prize). She holds a Doctorate in Social Sciences from IIT Delhi and is an Asian Tennis Champion. Her keynotes inspire audiences to raise their voice against injustice and focus on prison reform, education, and vocational skills through her NGO foundations.

Neelam Dhawan is a distinguished IT executive and former Managing Director for both Microsoft and Hewlett Packard in India. She is a recognized leader in business transformation and technology strategy. Recognized by Fortune and Forbes as one of the Most Powerful Women in Business, she is a current Board member at ICICI Bank and Capita PLC. Her keynotes draw on her experience to discuss the vital role of the CEO, managing complex technology in a matrixed organization, and driving the diversity agenda in the tech sector.

Alondra de la Parra is a world-renowned conductor who has led top orchestras globally, including the London Philharmonic. She is the first Mexican conductor to perform at the Royal Opera House and serves as Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano. She is the founder of the international PAAX GNP Festival and co-creator of The Silence of Sound, a multidisciplinary performance piece. Her work is a bridge between classical tradition and new audiences, and her pioneering digital formats, including the Deutsche Welle series Musica Maestra, demonstrate her commitment to the future of music.

Mariana Atencio is a Peabody Award-winning journalist, former anchor for Univision/national correspondent for NBC/MSNBC, and the New York Times bestselling author of Perfectly You. Her highly viral TEDx talk is one of the top 10 most-watched on YouTube, cementing her status as a global inspirational speaker. Her keynotes provide actionable, tested frameworks for corporate clients like JP Morgan and YouTube on fostering resiliency, belonging, and authentic self-expression in the modern workplace.

Naina Lal Kidwai is a prominent Indian investment banker, former Chairman of HSBC India, and a former Non-Executive Director on the global board of Nestlé. She is an alumna of Harvard Business School. Awarded the Padma Shri and the HBS Alumni Achievement Award, her influence is vast. She founded and chairs the India Sanitation Coalition, and her books, such as Survive or Sink, focus on water, pollution, and green finance as critical elements of India's economic growth.

Laxmi Agarwal is a global social activist and inspirational speaker who survived an acid attack and now stands as a powerful symbol of courage and inner beauty. She is a recipient of the prestigious International Women of Courage Award (presented by Michelle Obama) and the Mother Teresa Award. Her keynotes inspire audiences with her personal journey and her campaign to curb the free sale of acid in India.

Vinita Bali is a top global business leader, former CEO of Britannia Industries Ltd., and a former Corporate Officer at The Coca-Cola Company. She is an expert in global strategy and brand transformation. She led the transformation of Britannia Industries, quadrupling its revenue and steering the company toward a health and nutrition course. Her keynotes provide a global and pragmatic perspective on marketing, brand strategy, and leadership, with a specific focus on corporate responsibility and addressing global malnutrition issues.

Ireena Vittal is among India's most recognized consultants, a former Partner at McKinsey & Co., and a leading advisor on sustainable growth and digital transformation. She serves on the boards of major global companies, including Diageo PLC and Godrej Consumer. Her keynotes focus on defining dynamic growth portfolios, digital transformation, and empathetic leadership, drawing on her expertise in both developed and emerging markets.

Falguni Nayar founded Nykaa in 2012 after a long career in investment banking, building it into a leading beauty and lifestyle platform that married curated assortment, content-led discovery and physical retail into a profitable public company. Her talks distill practical lessons on category creation, omnichannel scaling, founder governance and disciplined risk—offering executives concrete frameworks for growing consumer brands in emerging markets.