Book Steph to speak at your next event

Steph’s successful career spanning healthcare, business and community means she is a highly sought-after public speaker. She inspires and motivates audiences, captivating them with her energy and expertise. Adept and experienced appearing at conferences and corporate events, as well as on panels, Steph is the perfect choice for any speaking engagement.

Speaker Topics

  • Compassionate Leadership is a doctrine that builds strong relationships with employees by making them feel valued and cared for. It means listening to the needs of the people who make up your organisation; empathising with them and finding solutions that suit all parties.

    ATTENDEES WILL LEARN: 

    • Why listening with empathy is key to organisational success.

    • How to create the right environment for people to thrive and excel.

    • The role of authenticity to build trust and strengthen team dynamics.

    • Actionable strategies you can use to develop compassionate leadership.

    • That as one door closes, another opens - how to keep your eyes open for opportunities.

  • Death is a natural part of life. We must all, at one time or another, face and manage death.  

    This is where hospices like St Oswald’s come in, providing support to thousands of people and their families each year. 

    ATTENDEES WILL LEARN: 

    • Ways the healthcare industry can work towards a more progressive and inclusive future. 

    • Insights into the day-to-day challenges faced in palliative and end-of-life care. 

    • A first-person perspective on workplace and cultural issues that impact minorities and people from different backgrounds. 

    • An overview of the lack of diversity in hospices, and the cultural and institutional problems that need resolving. es here

  • Steph Edusei grew up in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in the 1980s as the daughter of a black African Ashanti father and a white, ginger, English mother. Being part of a minority group made her realise the importance of overcoming adversity.

    Through her experiences, Steph learned the significance of leaders confronting racism, sexism, and prejudice wherever it presents itself. She also understands the complexities of bringing about institutional change and overcoming resistance from within. 

    ATTENDEES WILL LEARN: 

    • The inequalities within the healthcare industry and strategies to engage and support underserved communities. 

    • Why equity matters and what you should do about it.  

    • How minor policy and behavioural changes can create positive outcomes. 

    • Impostor Syndrome (or, as Steph calls it, Impostor Phenomenon): What it means, and how to cope with it. 

    • Burnout: How to recognise the warning signs, and what actions to take. 

    • How to push boundaries without alienating yourself in the process. 

  • “The wealth of insights shared by Steph were not only enlightening but extremely impactful. The real-world perspective will not only enrich our discussions but undoubtedly influence the way we approach our work and our mission to serve patients. Steph was superb, not only her level of knowledge and experience, but her personal story was truly inspiring!”

    Sarah Szabo, Amgen BioTech 

  • “Steph spoke about the challenges of trauma and racism, and she was incredibly engaging. The workshop had a huge attendance, with people sharing their experiences but also acknowledging their own biases. The talk made people think and challenge themselves to support our ethnically minoritised colleagues better. For our frontline staff, it gave them food for thought and things to consider when treating patients. The session was really interesting, challenging and thought-provoking. I took a lot from it and would recommend it to others.”

    Loveness Scott, Positive Action Officer, The North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust 

     

  • “Steph carried out a virtual session titled ‘Our voices being heard’ for the Black Workers Network. How engaging she was! Steph is relatable and had lived experiences to share with members which made the session impactful. Steph put the audience at ease, and Members felt safe in sharing personal stories. We received nothing but excellent feedback, and members really enjoyed hearing what Steph had to say.”

    Samantha Falode, HR Business Partner, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils