Sonya Barlow is a groundbreaking entrepreneur who transforms workplace inclusion through her consultancy work, bestselling book, and media presence. Her practical approach bridges the gap between diversity initiatives and measurable business outcomes.
As founder of The LMF Network, Sonya has upskilled 100,000 people across 24 countries. Her bestselling book Unprepared to Entrepreneur and role as BBC presenter of The Everyday Hustle have established her as a trusted voice in business transformation. She has delivered two TEDx talks and was named UK Entrepreneur of the Year and a LinkedIn Changemaker.
Sonya helps organisations navigate complex inclusion challenges by implementing strategic ESG frameworks that drive measurable results. Her consultancy work with global brands like HP, LinkedIn, and Rolls Royce focuses on developing people policies that boost retention and productivity while creating genuinely inclusive cultures. Her approach combines data-driven insights with practical implementation strategies that work across diverse organisational structures.
Audiences leave Sonya's presentations with concrete tools to build confidence in professional settings, actionable frameworks for implementing inclusion initiatives that deliver ROI, and strategies to leverage mentorship as a catalyst for organisational change. Her personal experience as a female South Asian entrepreneur with ADHD brings valuable insight and perspective to her message.
Book Sonya to transform how your organisation approaches inclusion, moving beyond theory to implement strategies that deliver measurable business results.
How can I book Sonya Barlow for my next event?  
Email sonya.barlow@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 Sonya Barlow available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Sonya Barlow'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 Sonya directly.
What topics does Sonya Barlow specialise in?  
Sonya Barlow specialises in discussing technology, inclusion, entrepreneurship and more.
What is Sonya Barlow's speaking style like?  
Sonya delivers engaging, interactive sessions, expertly involving her audience. She balances challenging topics with clarity, brings events to life, and consistently receives positive feedback for her dynamic, thoughtful approach.
Does Sonya Barlow offer virtual speaking engagements?  
Yes, Sonya Barlow offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.