Black History Month Speakers
Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated in February in the United States and Canada, while in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom it is observed in October.
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Ortis Deley; British TV presenter, radio DJ and actor. After over 20 years of television presenting Ortis has become a familiar and popular choice.
Ortis Deley
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Former professional footballer, pundit and lead Presenter on BBC’s Football Focus.
Alex Scott
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"Reggae Reggae Sauce" entrepreneur who talk's about his experiences in business and entrepreneurship.
Levi Roots
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Amar is a blind traveller, entrepreneur and television presenter with an astonishing track record of facing up to major challenges.
Amar Latif
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Karen is a renowned and proven business leader with a track record in creating vibrant cultures, energising teams and consistently delivering business growth and success.
Karen Blackett OBE
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Paralympic medalist and TV presenter
Ade Adepitan
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Britain’s winner of the first ever Olympic & Commonwealth Women’s Boxing titles
Nicola Adams
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Gold Medal Winning Heptathlete, Denise, is an accomplished presenter, broadcaster, former athlete and President of Commonwealth Games England.
Denise Lewis OBE
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Former Footballer, Clarke has authored two documentaries, "Is Football Racist?" and "Football's Suicide Secret" and is an Ambassador for the mental health charity, Mind, and the Premier League, Kick It Out, Campaign.
Clarke Carlisle
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Multi award winning journalist, one of the BBC's most experienced foreign correspondents and a recognised face as a BBC News presenter.
Clive Myrie
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Racing driver who has the unique ability to inspire confidence, courage, and hope in people and learn about goal-setting, leadership, focus, self-motivation and commitment.
Nicolas Hamilton
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Chief Executive of Turning Point, Crossbench Peer and Social Entrepreneur.
Lord Victor Adebowale