Darren Burns is the Director of Diversity and Inclusion for the Timpson Group, as well as being the head of the Timpson Foundation.
He specialises in both the recruitment and retention of ex-offenders and others who face barriers to employment.
Darren also fosters relationships with many UK prisons and organisations such as police and probation services.
He manages the Timpson prison training academies and has responsibility for overseeing the transition from custody into the workplace.
He is passionate about diversity and inclusion and provides consultancy services for forward-thinking businesses, as well as helping to educate others on the benefits of championing social mobility and employing marginalised groups.
As a former Police Officer, his experience of working in some of the most challenging parts of the UK enables him to help break the offending cycle and ensure marginalised groups can find employment.
Darren has recently completed a Masters degree in Applied Criminology, Penology and Management at the University of Cambridge.
How can I book Darren Burns for my next event?
Email darren.burns@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Darren Burns available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Darren Burns'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 Darren directly.
What topics does Darren Burns specialise in?
Darren Burns specialises in discussing diversity and inclusion, ex-offender employment, marginalised groups and more.
What is Darren Burns's speaking style like?
Darren delivers insightful and impactful sessions on diversity and inclusion, drawing from his extensive experience. His passion for social mobility resonates, inspiring others to champion employment for marginalised groups.
Does Darren Burns offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Darren Burns offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.