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Uncover Your Nomadic Mindset in Leadership for the Next Evolution

Kevin Cottam

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The only global speaker on the Nomadic Mindset inspiring leadership, resilience and executive presence

I am a Global Nomad Keynote Speaker, who speaks on a fresh new topic – ‘The Nomadic Mindset’. I am also the author of the leadership book, The Nomadic Mindset: Never Settle…for Too Long and Aha, Mother’s Pearls.

From my early beginnings as a champion figure skater, a former elite figure skating choreographer for world and Olympic champions, and a director of large-scale productions such as the 1988 Olympic Closing Ceremonies, I have naturally sought to expand my students’ and audiences’ creativity and flexibility by presenting story-rich visual experiences. Today, I continue my mission by inspiring leaders in multinational enterprises (e.g., Thales, Givaudan, Nestle) and public sector (European Union).

He is author of the leadership book, The Nomadic Mindset: Never Settle…for Too Long and Aha, Mother’s Pearls.

What to expect from a session with Kevin:
  • You and your team will be transported on a colourful, story-packed journey to a new awareness as you learn new behaviours and pro-active adaptive strategies with tools and tips adapted from ancient, nomadic cultures. Escalate your leadership evolution. Evolve your mindset. You will leave saying, “I want more of that.”
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"I learned about the nomadic mindset a year ago when I met Kevin Cottam. In today’s world, his message is highly relevant and inspiring. It is a refreshing guide to expand our mindset and developing our leadership."

- Juan Jose Zevallos, Global Human Resources Leader (Alcon)

QUEER STORIES FROM HINDU MYTHOLOGY

Devdutt Pattanaik

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INDIAN MYTHOLOGIST, ILLUSTRATOR AND AUTHOR

Devdutt Pattanaik writes on the relevance of mythology in modern times and came out with his sexuality after the 2018 decriminalization of homosexuality in India. He is the author of 41 books and over 1000 columns, with bestsellers such as My Gita, Jaya, Sita, Business Sutra and the 7 Secret Series. He consults organisations on culture, diversity and leadership and speaks on various gender fluid characters in mythology and ancient scriptures.

Top Questions Devdutt Answers:
  • LGBTQ+ in Indian Mythology: What LGBTQ characters do we have in mythological scriptures and its relevance to today's world?
  • Gay Relationships Through The Ages: What examples of gay relationships we have in mythology and how it has evolved over the centuries?
  • Queer Stories from Hindu Mythology:: What can we learn from the various queer stories we have in mythology?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"This is what I call a 'Beautiful Mind', crystal clear thought process, a mellifluous flow of words, and great wisdom"

- Hari Sundaram (Specialist Leader, Leading consulting firm)

INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE

Anthea Collier

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MANAGING DIRECTOR, RANDSTAD SOURCERIGHT

As managing director, Asia Pacific for Randstad Sourceright, Anthea Collier brings 25 years of experience supporting regional and global recruitment clients across Asia Pacific and the United States. Anthea started building her experience of large outsourced talent acquisition programs in 2000 and spent 15 years working in the U.S designing and delivering contingent managed service programs (MSP) and recruitment process outsourcing solutions (RPO). She fully understands the challenges and nuances of the region and is an active speaker on diversity and inclusion strategy for firms.

Top Questions Anthea Answers:
  • Diversity: How does diversity and inclusion promote better work culture and productivity in the organisation?
  • Performance: Why are diverse organisations likely to outperform the less diverse ones?
  • Inclusive Behaviour: How do you promote an inclusive behaviour to unlock the innovative potential of an organisation and drive growth?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Anthea is one of those rare professionals who somehow inspire everyone to smile and feel motivated to work hard."

- Peter Lipscombe, Manager, FinXL

LGBTQ+ INCLUSION IN THE INDIAN WORKPLACE

Parmesh Shahani

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AUTHOR OF QUEERISTAN AND GAY BOMBAY
CULTURE CURATOR, LGBTQIA INCLUSION ADVOCATE
FORMER HEAD - GODREJ INDIA CULTURE LAB +

Parmesh founded and ran the Godrej India Culture Lab, an award winning experimental ideas space, from 2011 to 2021. The lab was a unique public space that crosspollinated people and ideas from across academia, business and the creative industries to explore the textured nature of Indian modernity. His first book Gay Bombay and second book Queeristan: LGBTQ Inclusion in the Indian Workplace received the CK Prahalad Award for Best Business Book of 2021.

Top Questions Parmesh Answers:
  • Making Workplaces Inclusive: What steps can companies take to make workplace LGBTQ+ friendly?
  • Keeping up with the Millennials: How can companies improve PR and make their messaging LGBTQ+ inclusive?
  • Advocating LGBTQ+ Issues: What are the key issues we need to solve for the LGBTQ+ community today?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Women Power is our nations pride always, and Mary is leading as an example to all our Youths. She is an epitome of strength, grace and humility."

- CHRO, MiQ Digital

PROMOTING AN INCLUSIVE CULTURE

Mimi Nicklin

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BESTSELLING AUTHOR, THOUGHT LEADER

The internationally bestselling author of Softening the Edge, the host of Empathy for Breakfast 365 and the founder of a first of its kind social education and inspiration platform, Empathy Everywhere. Aspirational yet accessible, with a charismatic and infectious screen presence. An author, keynote speaker, MC and deeply personable consultant, with over 15 years in the advertising industry across 25+ markets, her commitment to her craft is both contagious and utterly authentic, capturing audience instantly.

Top Questions Mimi Answers:
  • Promoting an inclusive Culture: How can we motivate employees to promote diversity and inclusion in the work place?
  • Attracting Diverse Talent: What out of work activities can we develop and implement to empower the women workforce in the organisations?
  • Personality Enhancement: As a woman leader, How do you work on developing a pleasant yet dynamic personality?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Mimi’s vision is larger than life. Whether her sights are set on organizational wellness, creative ideas or a more empathetic world, she leads with hope and the aspiration of betterment."

-Hanna Vankuiken - VP, Account Management, Curiosity

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP ROLES

Mette Johansson

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BESTSELLING AUTHOR, THOUGHT LEADER

Mette Johansson has worked in leadership roles across Asia and Europe for multinational corporations for over 15 years before she founded MetaMind Training, a training consultancy, which provides learning programmes in leadership, people and communication skills. As a highly purpose-driven and authentic leader herself, Mette speaks internationally on how to become a purpose-driven and authentic leader. Mette is a recipient of the Asia Women Icon Award and Insight Magazines 50 Most Promising Women in Business award.

Top Questions Mette Answers:
  • Leadership: How powerful are women in leadership and decision making roles and how can we admire and recognise their stature and contributions better?
  • Culture: How can organisations implement policies that provide a better, safer and a more open and women centric work culture?
  • Motivation: How can you as a woman inspire and motivate your female colleagues to come up with new ideas and empower them to take the lead in various projects?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"She has consistently garnered incredibly high feedback ratings from our members due to her lively and engaging sessions. Mette has the amazing ability to summarise important points in a thoughtful and enlightening way, that makes everyone feel like they learned something."

- Dona Amelia - Co Founder & Director, EGN Singapore

BEING A MOTHER AS A TRANSGENDER

Gauri Sawant

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TRANSGENDER ACTIVIST AND TEDX SPEAKER

Gauri Sawant is a transgender activist from Mumbai. She is the director of Sakhi Char Chowghi that helps transgender people and people with HIV/AIDS Gauri Sawant adopted her daughter even though it is illegal for transgender people to adopt children. She is the petitioner of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) judgement that was passed in 2013. Three years after the Supreme Court recognised transgenders as a third gender, her community is still striving for basic civic rights.

Top Questions Gauri Answers:
  • Gender Laws in India: Why it is important to bring about revolution in gender laws in India?
  • Being a Mother as a Transgender: What were the challenges Gauri faced being a mother and how can we solve for them?
  • Overcoming Bias: What biases should people be aware of which they subtly show to people from LGBTQ+ community?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Such an inspiring story. I had tears in my eyes by the end of the session. More power to Gauri."

-Siddhi Chaudhari (Student, Vishwakarma Institute of Technology)

UNDERSTANDING GENDER IN TODAY'S WORLD

Laxmi Narayan Tripathi

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TRANSGENDER RIGHTS ACTIVIST, BOLLYWOOD ACTRESS,
BHARATANATYAM DANCER AND MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, the first transgender to represent Asia-Pacific at a United Nations task meeting, has been playing a crucial role in uplifting the lives of the LGBTQ and transgender communities in India for over a decade now. She was a contestant on the popular reality show Bigg Boss in 2011 and her efforts helped the first Transgender team to scale a Himalayan peak (Friendship peak) in 2020. She is also the Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhada.

Top Questions Laxmi Narayan Tripathi Answers:
  • LGBTQ+ in Modern India: After the decriminalisation of homosexuality in 2018, how has the perception of LGBTQ+ community in modern India?
  • Demystifying Gender in Indian Culture: How can organisations understand and imbibe that all genders are capable enough to excel in every field of work?
  • Her experiences as a Transgender Woman: The story of Laxmi Narayan Tripathi from Big Boss to UN and the challenges faced.
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Bold and Beautiful. Respect straight away from heart for being so vocal and to speak out her heart and mind"

- Pallavi Singh, Marketing Director

INCLUSION STRATEGY FOR AN ORGANISATION

Julien Haye

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GLOBAL LGBTQ+ LEADER
CHAIR GLOBAL LGBTI ACTION GROUP, FIDELITY INTERNATIONAL

Julien leads the Global LGBT inclusion strategy for FIL working closely with senior management and the HR team to nurture FIL’s inclusive and diverse culture. Having worked in less inclusive environments Julien recognises the importance of promoting the benefits of a diverse workforce therefore creating an environment where everyone can be themselves and to be a role model for LGBT colleagues

Top Questions Julien Answers:
  • TRANSforming Culture: Creating work environments that welcome and affirm transgender and gender non-conforming employees.
  • Health and well-being: What are the systems for ensuring physical, emotional, mental, and sexual health are all a part of overall thriving of our community?
  • Future workplaces: Strategies for more equitable collaborations, conducive work environment and avoiding gender bias.
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Julien is very good at presenting his ideas and opinions and can always be relied upon to speak his mind. I would happily recommend him to any organisation looking to deliver high quality sessions on the issues related to LGBTQ+ community."

- Yves Dermaux, Non-Executive Director and Advisor

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY ADVOCATE, CULTURE CULTIVATOR

Lynette Pathy

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LEAD - ORGANISATION & PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT, FOODPANDA

Lynette is a data-driven marketing and human resource professional, who loves to tell stories and build long-term relationships. Her current role at foodpanda focuses on regional employee engagement and Inclusion & Diversity, creating a psychologically safe space and an environment where pandas can bring their whole, authentic selves to the table. Outside of her day job, she is motivated to empower girls and women (and men!) to promote their voices and drive equality in STEM by working with Girls in Tech Singapore

Top Questions Lynette Answers:
  • Top Leadership Engagement: How do we make D&I appealing and a priority to the C-level?
  • Gender gap for women in STEM: How can organizations worked towards enabling, empowering, and engaging women in STEM by encouraging women role models?
  • LGBTQ+ Community: Why is LGBTIQ Inclusion different and how can we build credibility, care and career for the community in the workplace?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"I have had the privilege of learning with Lynette. She delivered a phenomenal session for our team which would help every individual and team to prepare for success in SEA.

- Alissa Green, Regional Sales Director, Salesforce

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY ADVOCATE, CULTURE CULTIVATOR

Ruth Rathblott

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CEO, HEAF

Ruth speaks about her personal and professional journey through the lens of someone with a visible disability and shares what it’s like to lead through a world crisis and live life without limits or labels. Ruth touches on the subjects of invisible disabilities, covering hidden differences, and otherness. Her interactive presentation speaks to how we cope with feelings of isolation, our need to feel connected to others, and the ability to rise above life’s challenges. She demonstrates the power of living authentically and enables the recognition that our differences are our greatest gift.

Top Questions Ruth Answers:
  • How do we expand diversity?
  • How do we stop hiding and bring our authentic selves to work?
  • How do we break down barriers in the workplace to include people with visible and invisible differences?
Learner’s Speak – A testimonial

"Ruth was our first guest speaker, kicking off our learning & development Speaker Series with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Her personal story was courageous and inspiring — and helped us think about belonging, connectedness, and difference. She helped challenge our assumptions about ability."

- Aviva Lazar, HR professional