Speaking
SPEAKING
High-Energy, Honest, and Transformational Storytelling for Audiences That Want to Be Moved
My keynotes are shaped by years of navigating spaces where I was the “only one”. I speak openly about courage, belonging, identity, and leading with authenticity — and I bring the energy of a European black belt kickboxer to the stage.
Audiences walk away inspired, challenged, and empowered to lead differently.
Work with Me
High-energy, honest, and transformational storytelling.
Keynote Themes
Courageous leadership
Humble confidence
Identity, belonging, and representation
Overcoming fear and self-doubt
Creating inclusive workplaces
The power of lived experience in leadership
What I Bring & Topics I Speak On
A grounded, authentic storytelling style
High energy, humour, and clarity
Practical insights leaders can act on immediately
A lived perspective often missing from mainstream leadership conversations
Courage, honesty, and compassion
Leadership confidence & overcoming imposter syndrome
Becoming the “first” or the “only” and navigating that pressure
Humble confidence and leading with authenticity
Belonging, identity & representation in leadership
Diversity, equity & inclusion through a lived, honest lens
Communication, visibility & becoming a compelling speaker
Resilience, mindset and thriving through adversity
What Makes My Keynotes Different
They are real.
Emotional.
Authentic.
Filled with high energy, humour, story, and impact.
Your audience won’t just listen — they will feel it.
Testimonials
Here’s what my clients have to say about my
Keynote Speaking
“I would unreservedly recommend Sobiya to organisations. The keynote speech was gripping right from the outset and very inspiring. The delivery style was suited to our wide and diverse audience.”
Roger Wood, Consultant
Bradford, UK
“We were delighted to have Sobiya as our keynote speaker at Ofgem. Our audience of civil servants was one of the largest we have had at our staff events, and Sobiya had a great impact with her shared reflections.”
Silvester Aina, Senior Delivery Manager (Ofgem)
London, UK
“Sobiya is a determined and authentic speaker who shares powerful insights from her remarkable story and radiates a genuine pride in bringing together people from different backgrounds.”
Mark Cross, Cloud Security and Business Analyst
London, UK
Why Organisations, Hosts & Event Leaders Choose Me
Because I don’t just speak-I connect.
I challenge.
I energise.
People feel seen.
People feel understood.
People walk away inspired to lead differently, think differently, and show up more courageously.
My approach blends:
Leadership coaching expertise
Years of keynote speaking
Personal lived experience
Empathy, humour, and grounded truth
High-impact communication
This combination creates conversations that resonate deeply and spark real change.