Talks & Speaking
Scott speaks on themes centred around human experience, resilience, equity, wellbeing and organisational culture.
Drawing on his lived experience, his book, his stage play and years of working with diverse audiences across the UK, Scott delivers talks that combine powerful storytelling with practical, evidence-informed insights.
His sessions resonate emotionally while offering clear, actionable takeaways for organisations.
He delivers keynotes, workshops, panel contributions and creative sessions for corporate teams, conferences, charities and public-sector organisations.
Scott speaks on:
1. Resilience, Belonging & Human-Centred Success
Scott explores what it takes for individuals—especially those from underrepresented or challenging backgrounds—to thrive in demanding environments. He unpacks the psychological and practical barriers to confidence, progression and engagement, offering organisations strategies to build cultures where people feel seen, supported and able to succeed.
2. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Drawing on real lived experiences, Scott speaks candidly about identity, representation and systemic barriers. He helps teams move beyond performative EDI toward approaches that genuinely improve culture, trust and outcomes, highlighting how everyday behaviours and leadership decisions shape workplace experiences.
3. Health, Wellbeing & Trauma-Informed Leadership
Scott provides an empathetic, accessible look at how experiences of hardship, instability or trauma can influence behaviour, performance and wellbeing. He shares trauma-informed principles that equip leaders and teams to respond with awareness, compassion and clarity—strengthening communication, morale and retention.
4. The Power of Storytelling in Leadership & Culture Change
Through his book and stage play, Scott demonstrates how storytelling can drive connection, empathy and transformation. He shows organisations how narrative can be harnessed as a tool for leadership, communication, team cohesion and meaningful culture change.
5. Social Mobility, Opportunity & Inclusive Workplaces
Scott sheds light on the unseen barriers faced by people from underrepresented, care-experienced or non-traditional backgrounds. He offers practical insights to help organisations design recruitment, development and retention practices that widen opportunity and unlock new talent.
About Scott’s Approach
Scott’s expertise sits at the intersection of lived experience, creative communication and people-centred advocacy. As the author of It’s Not Where You Start and creator of the stage play Child 305106 —both rooted in the realities of young people navigating adversity—he uses storytelling to amplify overlooked voices and spark deeper human understanding within organisations.
He has delivered talks and workshops for companies, universities, charities and public-sector bodies across the UK, giving him a grounded understanding of the cultural, structural and interpersonal factors that shape people’s journeys, performance and wellbeing.
Across all his talks, Scott brings authenticity, emotional intelligence and practical guidance. His aim is simple: to help organisations build cultures where people feel valued, understood and empowered—and to inspire lasting, meaningful change.