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Diversity and Inclusion
Unconscious Bias
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Bernadette Thompson OBE

Bernadette Thompson OBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform your organizational culture and build truly inclusive environments with Bernadette Thompson, speaker, HR leader and inclusion strategist.
Bernadette Thompson OBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Diversity and Inclusion
Unconscious Bias
Relationships
Diversity and Inclusion
Unconscious Bias
Bernadette Thompson OBE
Bernadette Thompson OBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform your organizational culture and build truly inclusive environments with Bernadette Thompson, speaker, HR leader and inclusion strategist.
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Bernadette Thompson OBE Speaker Biography

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About Bernadette Thompson OBE

Strategic HR leader transforming organizational cultures
Diversity and inclusion expert in public sector
Recipient of OBE for exceptional civil service
Bernadette Thompson OBE is a pioneering HR leader who transforms organizational cultures through strategic diversity and inclusion initiatives. Her practical approach bridges policy development with meaningful workplace change across the UK's public sector.

As Associate Director of Inclusion at Barts Health NHS Trust, Bernadette oversees diversity strategies for 20,000 employees. Previously, she served as Deputy Director for Inclusion at the Department for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities, following a Civil Service career that began in 1998. Her work earned her the prestigious OBE and the Community Award from the Charity for Civil Servants.

Bernadette helps organizations navigate the complex challenges of building truly inclusive environments by identifying systemic barriers and implementing practical solutions. Her expertise in unconscious bias training, inclusive recruitment practices, and policy development enables institutions to create measurable improvements in workforce representation and employee engagement while meeting regulatory requirements.

Audiences gain actionable frameworks for embedding inclusion into organizational DNA, practical tools for measuring diversity initiative effectiveness, and strategies for cultivating leadership buy-in across all levels. Her presentations blend data-driven insights with compelling case studies from her extensive public sector experience.

Book Bernadette to equip your organization with proven strategies that transform diversity challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Bernadette Thompson available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Bernadette Thompson's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Bernadette directly.

What topics does Bernadette Thompson specialise in?  

Bernadette Thompson specialises in discussing HR, diversity and inclusion, unconscious bias and more.

What is Bernadette Thompson's speaking style like?  

Bernadette delivers insightful talks on diversity and inclusion, drawing from her extensive HR experience. Her passion and expertise inspire audiences, making her a sought-after speaker in her field.

Does Bernadette Thompson offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Bernadette Thompson offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Bernadette Thompson OBE transforms organizational cultures through practical diversity strategies that bridge policy with meaningful workplace change, drawing from her extensive experience as an HR leader across the UK public sector. Book Bernadette to equip your team with proven frameworks that convert inclusion challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.
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