Rikki Arundel

Award winning Keynote and virtual Speaker, Speaking/TEDx/Storytelling Coach and Gender and LGBTQ Inclusion expert.

73, Non-Binary/Other from Hull, United Kingdom and speaks English

Available for Collaboration, Interviews in In-Person, Remote Formats

Keynote Speakers, TEDx Speakers, Trainers, Leaders, Managers, event managers - anyone who needs to communicate and persuade others. Organisations, leaders and event managers seeking an inspiring, humourous and engaging keynote speaker to enliven and inspire. HR Professionals, Leaders, Managers, Diversity and Equality managers - and anyone passionate about making their workplace more LGBTQ inclusive.
Interests
MarketingSelf-ImprovementArtificial Intelligence
About Rikki Arundel

I am Rikki Arundel, MSc, PSAE, FPSA, ALAM(Hons), distinguished for a pioneering speaking and advocacy career, and the proud recipient of The Speaker Awards Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024.

From a vibrant start as a Butlin's Redcoat, leveraging acting skills to engage audiences, I have been a transformative force in professional speaking and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

Founding the UK and Ireland Professional Speaking Association marked a pivotal point, further highlighting my leadership within the speaking community.

My profound impact through speaking engagements, including celebrated TEDx talks and appearances on many national and international platforms, reflect my commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding.

My many board positions and contributions to organisations underscores my dedication to community and professional development, while my media presence like my appearance on ITV's Tonight programme, amplifies my voice on critical LGBTQ+ issues.

My expertise encompasses transgender and non-binary awareness, crafting inclusive workplaces, and mastering public speaking and storytelling.

My personal journey of gender transition infuses talks with authenticity, championing a philosophy of true self-expression and allyship.

Memorable anecdotes, from overcoming challenges to inspiring change, illustrate my career dedicated to education, empowerment, and equality.

My Availablity

Weekdays only from 9am to 5pm Europe/London

Interview & Promotion
  • Guest Form
  • Pre-Interview Call
  • Share Episodes
  • Email Subscribers
My Target Audience

Keynote Speakers, TEDx Speakers, Trainers, Leaders, Managers, event managers - anyone who needs to communicate and persuade others. Organisations, leaders and event managers seeking an inspiring, humourous and engaging keynote speaker to enliven and inspire. HR Professionals, Leaders, Managers, Diversity and Equality managers - and anyone passionate about making their workplace more LGBTQ inclusive.

Why Invite me?

As the first-ever recipient of The Speaker Awards Lifetime Achievement Award 2024, I blend humour, resilience, and insight from my transition from a Butlin's Redcoat to a celebrated speaker and LGBTQ+ advocate. My narrative, rich in overcoming challenges and championing inclusivity, aligns with diverse audience interests, offering unique value to your podcast. Significant in founding the Professional Speaking Association and impacting LGBTQ+ rights, I inspire change and an appreciation of the value of diversity. Known for infusing humour with compelling stories, I make complex topics engaging, emphasising understanding and inclusivity. Inviting me to your podcast promises conversations that matter, blending laughter with profound insights on embracing authenticity. I aim to inspire listeners towards new perspectives and actionable inclusivity. Let’s craft an episode that entertains, educates, and empowers. Together, we can impact your audience profoundly.