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Ashley James

Transform your organisation’s approach to authentic communication and social challenges with Ashley James, speaker, media personality and women's empowerment advocate.

Trusted by Dyson, Sky, Tu Clothing, Bosch, Dior, Coca-Cola

Ashley James

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Ashley James's biography

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  • Broadcaster, presenter, and inspirational social media figure
  • Professional DJ for global brands and major festivals
  • Former host of top parenting podcast Mum's the Word!
Ashley James is a versatile media personality who combines her talents as a DJ, broadcaster, and social media influencer with authentic advocacy for social justice issues. Ashley has become known as a trusted voice in the digital world and is an ambassador with many well-known brands including Dyson, Sky, Tu Clothing, and Bosch. Ashley appears regularly on major UK networks including ITV, Channel 5, and GB News, where she addresses topics ranging from women's rights to social empowerment. Her notable television moments include sparking national debate on single women's access to NHS-funded IVF and her participation in Celebrity Big Brother's special "Year of the Woman" series celebrating female enfranchisement. As a professional DJ, she has performed at prestigious events for global brands like Dior and Coca-Cola, as well as major festivals including Reading and Isle of Wight. Ashley leverages her media presence to help organisations navigate contemporary social challenges through authentic communication. Her coaching accreditation and personal experience becoming a mother during the pandemic inform her approach to tackling sensitive topics with both empathy and practical insight. Formerly the host of the number one parenting podcast, Mum's the Word!, Ashley facilitated essential conversations around taboo subjects with experts and celebrity guests, including Sophie Ellis Bextor, Labour MP Stella Creasy, and Kate Lawler. Ashley's audiences gain practical strategies for authentic communication in the digital age, insights into effectively addressing sensitive social topics, and inspiration for balancing professional success with personal authenticity from her engagements.

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Ashley James inspires audiences as a popular media personality, DJ, and social justice advocate. Book Ashley now to give your team practical strategies for addressing sensitive topics while balancing professional success with personal authenticity.

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Trusted by Dyson, Sky, Tu Clothing, Bosch, Dior, Coca-Cola

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What topics does Ashley James specialise in?
Ashley James specialises in discussing women's empowerment, motherhood, social justice and more.
What is Ashley James's speaking style like?
Ashley delivers with warmth and authenticity, blending practical insight and empathy. She engages audiences on social issues, empowering them to communicate effectively and navigate sensitive topics with confidence and clarity.
How can I book Ashley James for my next event?
Email ashley.james@getapeptalk.com or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Ashley James for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Ashley James's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Ashley James directly.
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Not necessarily. While the speakers listed on our website may not have worked with PepTalk in the past, they are recognized professionals in the industry and known to engage in similar events and engagements. We work with a wide variety of speaker agents and talent agencies to ensure we have the best selection of speakers, hosts, comedians and entertainers available.

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