Susan Heaton-Wright is a leadership communication specialist, TEDx speaker, and former international opera soloist who helps executives and emerging leaders strengthen presence, influence, and impact in high-pressure business environments. Drawing on techniques from stage performance and neuroscience, she equips professionals with practical tools to communicate with clarity, credibility, and confidence.
As founder and managing director of SuperStar Communicator, Susan delivers keynotes, masterclasses, workshops, and mentoring programmes to multinational companies and professional associations worldwide. She serves as joint launch leader for HBA Leadership Programmes in EMEA, co-hosts the SuperStar Communicator podcast, and is a contributing author to Business Development for Women Lawyers. Her work has earned recognition including Business Woman of the Year in Hertfordshire and a place in the f:entrepreneur Top 100 Inspirational Female Entrepreneurs list.
Susan has worked with clients in over 140 countries, including Zurich Insurance, GSK, Bayer, AMGEN, Sandoz, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Deloitte, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Invesco, and AstraZeneca. Her work focuses on developing executive presence, strengthening influence and persuasion, supporting women in leadership, and helping organisations identify, engage, and retain high-potential talent. She translates neuroscience research into practical strategies that enable leaders to build trust, communicate with authority, and perform effectively in complex, global, and hybrid environments.
A regular keynote speaker, panellist, and event host, Susan delivers sessions in virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats. Her work often includes interactive elements designed to help leaders apply insights immediately to real business challenges, from stakeholder communication and career progression to talent retention and organisational culture.
Audiences gain practical techniques to enhance executive presence, influence stakeholders, manage communication overload, and improve team performance and talent retention.
Book Susan to equip your leaders with communication skills that deliver impact, credibility, and measurable results.
How can I book Susan Heaton-Wright for my next event?
Email susan.heaton.wright@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.
As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Susan Heaton-Wright for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Susan Heaton-Wright's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Susan directly.
What topics does Susan Heaton-Wright specialise in?
Susan Heaton-Wright specialises in discussing leadership communication, executive presence, professional development and more.
What is Susan Heaton-Wright's speaking style like?
Susan delivers dynamic, engaging presentations with infectious energy and practical insights. She captivates audiences, customises content effectively, and consistently inspires and empowers professionals to take actionable steps in their careers.
Does Susan Heaton-Wright offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Susan Heaton-Wright offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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