8th March 2026 will once more be International Women’s Day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women worldwide. This year’s theme will be “Give To Gain”, emphasising the power of reciprocity and support.
VBQ Speakers is delighted to be working with some of the world’s leading experts who can share their insights and perspectives for your IWD programme. Below is a selection from our global network.
If you’d like to check availability and fees, contact Leo at leo@vbqspeakers.com.
Viv Groskop
Author of How To Own The Room: Women & the Art of Brilliant Speaking
Eliza Filby
Expert on demographic shifts and generational change.
Paige Lewin
Expert speaker on women’s issues, race and mental health in business.
Kathryn Parsons
Entrepreneur and prolific speaker on digital skills and women in technology.
Shaparak Khorsandi
One of the UK’s finest comedians, and advocate for women’s issues.
Naomi Sesay
Head of Creative Diversity, Channel 4.
Anne-Marie Imafidon
Entrepreneur and leading commentator on women in tech and business.
Sam McAlister
Author of “Scoop”, which was turned into a Netflix film.
Tara Mohr
Globally renowned and award-winning author of Playing Big.
Elise Hu
Award-winning tech journalist and prolific speaker on women in business.
Laura Bates
Best-selling author and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project.
Avivah Wittemberg-Cox
Leading expert on gender and generational balance in business.