Claire Brumby | UK Leadership & Motivational Keynote Speaker

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Book Claire Brumby | Leadership and Motivational Keynote Speaker

Claire Brumby is a UK leadership keynote speaker, motivational speaker, bestselling leadership author, award-winning entrepreneur and experienced commercial leader specialising in self-leadership, change, resilience, confidence and performance.

Through powerful storytelling, practical leadership tools and real-world business experience, Claire helps people think differently about how they lead themselves and others – particularly through change, challenge and pressure.

From building and exiting her own multi-million-pound FMCG business to appearing on BBC Dragons’ Den and working with leaders and organisations across sectors, Claire brings lived commercial experience to the stage.

Her keynotes explore the human side of leadership: how we think, respond under pressure, build confidence and resilience, challenge old patterns and take greater ownership for what happens next.

Claire is also the author of Forget Normal – I Want M.A.G.I.C., published by Kogan Page, a modern leadership book exploring what it takes to lead in a changing world. In a world that demands adaptability, authenticity and emotional intelligence, Claire offers a fresh way to lead, one rooted in intuition, resilience, courage and personal power.

Every keynote is tailored to the organisation, audience and desired outcome. Creating an experience that is relevant, energising and designed to move people into meaningful action.

With warmth, wisdom and magnetic presence, Claire challenges outdated ideas of leadership and equips organisations with practical tools to navigate change, unlock potential and perform at their best.

For organisations looking for a female keynote speaker who can energise the room, challenge the status quo and leave audiences with a roadmap for immediate action, Claire delivers lasting impact long after the event ends.

Why me?

I don’t speak about leadership from theory alone. I’ve lived it.

I built a business from an idea into a multi-million-pound FMCG brand, navigated growth, uncertainty, setbacks and change, pitched on BBC Dragons’ Den and ultimately exited the business.

Since then, I’ve worked with leaders, teams and organisations across sectors, combining commercial experience with leadership development, professional coaching and behavioural insight.

That means I understand the reality behind the leadership conversation – the pressure to perform, make decisions, bring people with you, navigate change and keep moving when the answer isn’t obvious.

My style is energetic, honest, practical and relatable. I challenge audiences to think differently, but importantly, I give them something to do with that thinking.

Because a great keynote shouldn’t simply create a moment in the room. It should change what happens afterwards.

I’m proud to have been recognised as one of the top 10 UK business speakers alongside other esteemed leaders such as Lord Alan Sugar and Deborah Meaden, and to have been named among the 50 Women Who Are Changing The World Today.

In a world that is changing faster than ever, playing it safe is no longer the safe option. Leaders and organisations need the courage to challenge the status quo, unlock new ways of thinking and take bold, aligned action.

My keynotes are designed to do exactly that.

I deliver powerful, transformational sessions that energise audiences, spark fresh perspective and leave people with a clear roadmap they can use immediately, in business, leadership and life.

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Bring Lasting Impact to Your Next Event

Whether you’re bringing together senior leaders, managers, teams or an organisation-wide audience, Claire creates keynotes around the challenges people are actually facing.

Leadership. Change. Pressure. Resilience. Confidence. Performance. Courage.

Her keynotes combine powerful storytelling, real-world business experience, practical leadership tools and Claire’s distinctive Diamonds – memorable insights designed to challenge thinking and turn intention into action.

The result is a keynote that connects with people in the room and gives them something meaningful to take back into their work

If you’re looking for a female leadership speaker who blends business credibility with transformational insight, Claire Brumby delivers more than inspiration.

Keynote Speaker for Forward-Thinking Events

Claire’s keynotes draw on her lived business experience, leadership work, signature Diamonds and her M.A.G.I.C.™ philosophy explored in her latest book.

M.A.G.I.C. brings together Mindset, Awakening, Gumption, Intuition and Charisma. Five human dimensions of leadership that help people challenge old thinking, trust themselves more and lead with greater courage and impact.

Every keynote can be shaped around the specific challenges, themes and outcomes of your event.

Her most requested talks include:

Forget Normal – I Want M.A.G.I.C.

New Rules for Leadership in a Changing World

A bold keynote on courage, intuition, self-leadership and what it takes to lead when traditional ways of thinking no longer fit the world around us.

Leading Through Pressure

How to Lead When the Pressure Is On

Practical self-leadership for navigating uncertainty, responsibility, competing demands and change without losing clarity, confidence or momentum.

Change Is Inevitable. How You Respond Is Your Choice.

Leading Yourself and Others Through Change

Helping people understand resistance, challenge old programming, build resilience and move from uncertainty into purposeful action.

Gumption: Get Out of Your Own Way

Confidence, Courage and Personal Power

A powerful exploration of self-belief, imposter syndrome, courageous action and what becomes possible when we stop playing safe.

The M.A.G.I.C. of High Performance

Mindset, Intuition and Courage That Drive Results

A different perspective on the human behaviours that underpin sustainable performance, confidence and leadership.

Innovation + Positive Disruption

Challenge What No Longer Works

Helping leaders and teams question outdated thinking, create space for experimentation and have the courage to make a different move.

Every keynote is tailored. Every message is grounded in lived experience. Leaving every audience with something they can actually use.

Claire has spoken for organisations including Bupa, Amazon, Virgin Media O2, ASDA, Kellogg’s and others across corporate, professional services, education, FMCG and the public and third sectors.

Alongside keynote speaking, Claire is an experienced facilitator, panel chair and host, creating focused and engaging conversations around leadership, change, performance and the human side of business.

I don’t just inspire audiences. I help them remember their power, trust their voice and leave with the courage to make a different move.

Book Claire for Your Conference or Leadership Event

Planning a conference, leadership event, company meeting or team event?

Get in touch to discuss your audience, objectives and what you want people to think, feel and do differently after the session.

Claire delivers leadership and motivational keynotes across the UK and internationally.

You can book by contacting in the following ways.

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What my previous clients say...

Claire attended our event and was exactly the breath of fresh air we needed; it was a brilliant way to celebrate our programme.

She was engaging, emotive and inspirational, leaving all our guests feeling empowered by the end of the session.

I am so pleased that we chose to go with Claire, everything she said resonated with someone, and she really brought the key topics to life.

An hour with her is not enough, Claire has so much to offer, and we would definitely want to see her again. a huge thank you from all of us.

Asda - Charlotte | Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager

We had a great event thank you, it went really well and Claire was wonderful. And of course…

From our first meeting with Claire, I could see she immediately understood the brief and what the event meant to our audience.

On the day, she did not disappoint. Claire has a fantastic stage presence, and her story resonated with the conference guests.

Claire was our final Keynote speaker of the day and we received wonderful feedback post event.

I can fully recommend.

Breathe HR - Ewan | Partner Enablement Specialist

Claire delivered an absolutely inspiring session for our team at Bene.

Her energy, insight, and personal stories as an entrepreneur, author, and former pro swimmer captivated everyone in the room.

She encouraged us to think differently, challenge ourselves, and approach the year ahead with confidence and purpose.

The team left feeling motivated, energised, and ready to make things happen – Claire is truly exceptional at connecting with her audience and leaving a lasting impact!!

We would love to see you again Claire

Bene - Emily | Communications + Sustainability Manager, UK & Ireland

We recently had Claire join us to share her very personal and authentic story as part of a motivational team day.

Claire’s raw honesty connected with the audience and inspired the tone for the offsite with my management team.

Claire ran an exercise with the team and then presented her inspirational Keynote which she tailored to our overall purpose; to enable high performing team play.

I would highly recommend Claire as an engaging, funny and sincere motivational speaker.

Virgin Media O2 - Louise | Director of People Operations, Technology & Analytics

We were looking for an inspirational speaker who could bring accountability, personal leadership and team culture to life, and motivate our operational leaders to truly live our values of Show Passion, Own It and One Team.

The session delivered exactly what we asked for. By taking time to understand our business and values, Claire tailored her approach to bring self‑leadership, accountability and passion to life in a way that resonated strongly with our operational leaders and translated clearly into everyday behaviours.

Thank you Claire

Mytime Active - Rhona | HR Director

What a great talk from Claire this week to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Claire had the workforce fully engaged for the hour session; this woman has such an amazing & inspirational story to tell.

Claire talked us through her life journey and lessons which have been learnt along the way.

The team very much-loved Claire’s Very wise ‘Claire’s Diamonds’ “Innovation plus positive disruption = the best chance of success”

Amazing Woman! Thank you, Claire

Kerry Group - Kirsty | Head of Supply Chain & Transformation

Claire was an engaging and relatable speaker that was well received by our professional installer network.

The attendees went away feeling energised, inspired, and ready to unleash their power!

Evergreen - Andy | Commercial Director

Claire brought an infectious enthusiasm to her role as a guest speaker in Breathe’s recent webinar on effective and communicative management.

Her insights were both practical and inspiring, leaving attendees with actionable strategies to improve their managerial skills.

Brumby’s passion for fostering strong workplace communication made the session really engaging.

Claire is a pleasure to work with.

Breathe HR - Tiffany | Content Marketing Manager

Thank you, Claire, for speaking at our recent event ‘KTP Yorkshire: Collaborate to Innovate’, you really inspired the crowd and got people thinking!

Claire has been a pleasure to work with, really listened and understood the brief and made sure we were happy with everything, well in advance of the event.

This scoping exercise really helped deliver a fantastic session which has had 100% positive feedback.

If you are looking for a professional speaker, who can hold an audience’s attention and deliver with a little humour and sense of realism – Claire is your lady.

Absolutely brilliant! Thank you again.

Leeds Beckett University - Michelle | KTP Project Co-ordinator

Thank you, Claire, for sharing your incredible journey!

Your resilience in the face of adversity is truly inspiring, and the strength and confidence you exude are nothing short of remarkable.

The way you openly share your story to uplift and empower others is both humbling and deeply impactful.

Thanks again!

SHL - Tiffany | Program Manager

Working with Claire has been amazing. Our initial contact, the pre-conference briefing and the actual conference delivery was all very professional.

The presentations were engaging for our varied audience and the feedback from all the delegates was very positive.

Thank you, Claire, for helping our event to deliver its objectives.

UK Lawn Care Association - Kate Hopkins | Secretary

I thought it was one of the best sessions, great to get an outside voice.

Claire gave a lovely mix of professional and personal examples of challenges she faced and how she dealt with them.

I particularly liked her “brag file”.

She speaks very naturally and with such passion that it did bring tears to my eyes!

Kellogg Company ROI - Lucinda | National Account Manager

Claire delivered a fantastic keynote speech at our annual training day.

It was really inspiring to learn about her journey, and she openly shared the lessons that she has learnt along the way.

She provided practical tips for us on building our business as a whole and our careers as individuals.

I can thoroughly recommend Claire as a professional motivational speaker.

Richard Nelson LLP - Marie | Managing Partner

I thought hearing about Claire’s experience was very inspiring and also relatable.

It was great to be hearing about resilience and a positive mindset from a businesswoman, as well as someone who is into extreme sports and also just from her perspective as a woman and a mother.

As she was talking, what really resonated with me was who you surround yourself with (are they giving positive energy out or taking your energy from you) and how you want to show up to others.

I’m sure there was a different message and take out for everyone because Claire’s talk was very thought-provoking.

Kellogg Company ROI - Sarah | General Manager

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