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Delighted to announce I’ve joined Chartwell Speakers, one of the world’s leading agencies for keynote and motivational talent.

I’ll be delivering talks and workshops globally on introverted leadership, communication confidence and inclusive branding. Bookings now open via Chartwell Speakers. Follow The Introvert Space™ for more updates.

The Introvert Space is proud to host the fourth annual Black Introvert Week UK, running the final week of October. This year’s theme is Unmuted: Amplifying Black Introvert Voices.

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We’re looking for thoughtful, engaging speakers for a 50-minute panel on Thursday, 30 October in Kubrick London HQ, to share experiences at the intersection of being Black and introverted in the UK.

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If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear your voice. Submit your proposal by Friday, 1 August 2025.

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👉 Apply here using Forms

I appeared in the first-ever filmed episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, entitled 'From humanising a Prime Minister to empowering the quietest voices'. Alongside host Katie Macaulay, sharing insights on introversion, leadership, and storytelling. Watch the full episode on YouTube and see why this new video format marks a bold new chapter.

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve officially joined the Zest Speakers roster!  Zest is all about powering unforgettable events. As part of their community of world-class speakers, I’ll be championing inclusive leadership, personality diversity and the untapped brilliance of introverts in business. 

Visit Zestapp.com to find out more and book me for your next conference, leadership event or workshop.​

I’ve officially joined the Raise The Bar speaker roster! As someone deeply committed to authentic leadership, inclusion, and the power of storytelling, it’s an honour to stand alongside such an inspiring community of global experts.

You can now check out my profile and book me for your next event via the Raise The Bar website.

Richard Etienne’s powerful documentary The iD Project (winner at the British Urban Film Festival) explores identity, heritage, and belonging through a deeply personal lens. Screened at the Dominica High Commission, it drew praise for its emotional depth and cultural resonance.

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You can watch the film for free on YouTube.

I’ll be delivering keynotes, panels and workshops on introvert-friendly leadership, confident communication, and personal branding.

You can now book me via SpeakOut or call +44 (0)20 8914 8966. Follow The Introvert Space™ for more insights and resources.

I'm delighted to share that my official speaker profile is now live on A-Speakers, one of Europe’s leading platforms for keynote talent. The page highlights my work on introverted leadership, inclusive communication, and strategic storytelling, alongside booking details and keynote topics.

Huge thanks to the A-Speakers team for capturing the essence of my mission so thoughtfully.

I’m proud to have joined the roster of amazing speakers at the Great British Speakers agency.

It's another great step in amplifying the quiet power of introverted leadership. If you’ve ever felt overlooked in loud rooms or know a company ready for more inclusive voices on stage, this is for you. Visit my page today.

School Speakers is a leading UK agency dedicated to connecting educational institutions with inspirational speakers across various fields to motivate and raise the aspirations of students and educators. Richard will provide students and teachers alike with practical advice on embracing introverted strengths, building inclusive environments, and communicating with confidence. Book today via the website.

I am excited to announce that I've joined Strategic, an accredited communication guide for leadership, as a contributor. I will be sharing my unique perspective on introversion in workplace culture with a global audience. You can read my first article on Strategic's website.

Mike Klein, Co-founder of Strategic, remarked, "Richard is a real find In a field where in-house practitioners primarily focus inward, Richard looks outward – gathering ideas, sparking conversations, and taking initiative [he's] a rare find."

The May edition of The Quiet Influence dives into practical tips for hybrid meetings and town halls, a call for speakers, and insights from client success stories to make every voice heard in the workplace.

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Don't waste time. Read it today!

I’ll be delivering keynotes, panels and workshops on introvert-friendly leadership, confident communication, and personal branding.

You can now book me via the Champions Speakers UK website or call +44 (0)20 7101 0553.