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Gareth Thomas CBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Gareth Thomas CBE

Gareth Thomas CBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Inspire your team, educate them about diversity and inclusion, and break stigmas with Gareth Thomas, speaker, Wales Grand Slam Winner, LGBTQ+ and DEI advocate.
Gareth Thomas CBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Team Building
Influence
LGBTQ+
Team Building
Influence
Gareth Thomas CBE
Gareth Thomas CBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Inspire your team, educate them about diversity and inclusion, and break stigmas with Gareth Thomas, speaker, Wales Grand Slam Winner, LGBTQ+ and DEI advocate.
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Gareth Thomas CBE | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Gareth Thomas CBE Speaker Biography

Gareth Thomas CBE Speaker Biography

About Gareth Thomas CBE

First openly gay professional rugby union player
Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and HIV awareness
Former Welsh international rugby star and second-highest try scorer
Gareth Thomas, former Welsh rugby star turned LGBTQ+ and HIV awareness advocate, breaks barriers with the same determination that earned him 100 caps for Wales and second-highest try scorer status in the nation's history.

In 2009, Thomas made headlines as the first openly gay professional rugby union player, later revealing his HIV-positive status to challenge persistent stigmas.

His award-winning memoir "Proud" and documentary "Gareth Thomas: HIV and Me" have transformed public conversations around sexuality and health. Named Most Influential Gay Person in the UK and recipient of Stonewall's Hero of the Year, Thomas now leads the "Tackle HIV" campaign to combat misinformation.

Beyond his advocacy, Thomas brings powerful insights on resilience, authenticity and inclusion to organisations navigating today's complex social landscape. His personal journey from international sports icon to influential change-maker offers teams practical lessons in overcoming adversity and embracing diversity.

Book Gareth Thomas to inspire your team with a story of courage that transcends sport.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Gareth Thomas available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Gareth Thomas'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 Gareth directly.

What topics does Gareth Thomas specialise in?  

Gareth Thomas specialises in discussing rugby, LGBTQ+ advocacy, diversity and inclusion and more.

What is Gareth Thomas's speaking style like?  

Gareth delivers with genuine inspiration, sharing his powerful story to motivate teams. His style is authentic and uplifting, encouraging resilience and inclusion in a relatable, business-focused manner.

Does Gareth Thomas offer virtual speaking engagements?  

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

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Gareth Thomas CBE?

Gareth brings your team a unique blend of elite sports achievement and groundbreaking advocacy, inspiring resilience, inclusivity, and courage. His firsthand experiences in breaking barriers and fostering acceptance in challenging environments will empower and enlighten your team on the importance of diversity and inclusion. Booking Gareth as a speaker guarantees an impactful, motivational experience that will leave a lasting impression on your organisation.
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Please pass on the biggest thank you to Gareth! What a talk! That was amazing! I've had so many messages from the team and that has sparked some real conversation on slack too which is always a good sign! | | RipJar |
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The session received amazing feedback and people were really engaged in the session. I would highly recommend Gareth [Thomas] as a guest speaker. Fantastic! | Kingfisher | Kingfisher Plc | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Please pass on the biggest thank you to Gareth! What a talk! That was amazing! I've had so many messages from the team and that has sparked some real conversation on slack too which is always a good sign! | | RipJar |
Please pass on the biggest thank you to Gareth! What a talk! That was amazing! I've had so many messages from the team and that has sparked some real conversation on slack too which is always a good sign! | | RipJar |
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