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Shivani Uberoi
Gender Equality
Diversity and Inclusion
Allyship
Create inclusive workplaces where people thrive with Shivani Uberoi, workplace wellbeing and diversity expert. Shivani transforms company cultures through neuroscience-based strategies for authentic leadership and belonging. She has spoken for PepsiCo, NBC Universal, and Virgin O2 Media and delivered an acclaimed TEDx talk on authentic leadership.
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Shivani Uberoi helps organisations build workplaces where people feel valued and able to be themselves, combining expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion with practical strategies grounded in neuroscience and human behaviour.
Beginning her career at PwC as a chartered accountant before joining Sky UK, Shivani built a parallel path in finance and inclusion. In 2012 she developed Sky’s first business case for diversity, leading to CFO endorsement of an award-winning programme. She later became Sky’s first Head of Women in Leadership, driving gender parity initiatives across a 26,000 strong UK workforce. During her tenure, Sky received the Top Employer for Women award from WISE, presented by HRH The Princess Royal, and ranked number one in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers list in 2019.
As founder of The Wallflower Academy, Shivani has coached more than 5,000 individuals to build careers while navigating bias and systemic barriers. Her interactive, evidence based programmes help leaders recognise unconscious bias and strengthen psychological safety to reduce disengagement and burnout. A certified wellbeing coach, she has delivered workshops and keynotes for organisations including PepsiCo, NBC Universal, and Virgin Media O2. Her 2023 TEDx talk, Why Fitting In Will Screw You Up, and forthcoming book, Unlocking Authenticity, centre on building cultures where people can contribute as their authentic selves.
Audiences gain practical tools for managing stress and building resilience, strategies for leading authentically and developing personal brand, and actionable approaches to fostering belonging within their teams. Her storytelling ability, honed through years of interviewing industry leaders and speaking at high-profile events, makes complex concepts accessible and memorable.
Book Shivani to transform your workplace culture through programmes that connect head and heart, driving meaningful inclusion that improves both performance and wellbeing.
Topics, sessions and talks
Shivani Uberoi addresses the pressing issue of gender equality in her talk, exploring microaggressions and sexism in the workplace, the double bind faced by women, and the importance of role models and allyship. Additionally, she will discuss the significance of sponsorship and mentorship while challenging traditional leadership definitions. Attendees will gain insights into fostering a more inclusive and equitable work environment.
Shivani Uberoi will address the challenges of being the 'only' in the room, particularly for minorities and women in male-dominated workplaces. She will explore topics such as imposter syndrome, building confidence, and the importance of self-promotion and personal branding. Additionally, Shivani will discuss strategies to prevent burnout and manage the invisible load often carried by those in these positions. Attendees will leave with practical tools to navigate their careers and enhance their professional presence.
Shivani Uberoi will discuss the vital role men play in achieving gender equality and how it benefits everyone. She will address men's mental health challenges, the importance of role models, and the concept of allyship. Additionally, she will explore how gender stereotypes can negatively impact all genders and the unique challenges men encounter regarding parenting and flexible working. Attendees will gain insights into fostering a more inclusive environment and the positive effects of gender equality on society as a whole.
Shivani Uberoi will explore why inclusive leadership is essential for the future, targeting senior managers and executives. She will discuss the importance of psychological safety and culture change, the business case for diversity, and the impact of microaggressions and unconscious biases. Additionally, she will address the myth of meritocracy and the power of privilege in the context of hybrid working. Attendees will gain valuable insights into fostering an inclusive workplace.
Shivani Uberoi explores the pitfalls of assimilation and code-switching, highlighting their detrimental effects on mental health due to exclusion. She shares effective strategies for building resilience and coping with societal pressures to conform. Attendees will gain insights into aligning personal values with success measures, understanding their stress levels, and preventing burnout. Ultimately, participants will learn how to embrace their authentic selves while navigating the challenges of fitting in.
Shivani Uberoi blends deep expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion with neuroscience-backed strategies, equipping leaders to foster authentic, high-performing teams where everyone feels they belong. Book Shivani to empower your organisation with practical tools that drive real change and lasting engagement.
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Email shivani.uberoi@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk 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 Shivani's 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.
Shivani Uberoi structures her talks around evidence-based frameworks drawn from neuroscience and human behaviour, anchoring concepts such as unconscious bias, psychological safety, and imposter syndrome in research rather than opinion. She combines this with storytelling developed through years of interviewing industry leaders, using personal and professional narratives to make systemic issues concrete and applicable for audiences.
Shivani Uberoi's sessions cover gender equality in the workplace, the experience of being a minority or sole woman in male-dominated environments, and men's role in advancing inclusion, with themes spanning imposter syndrome, allyship, sponsorship, burnout, and personal branding. As Sky UK's first Head of Women in Leadership, she led gender parity initiatives across a 26,000-strong workforce, during which Sky received the Top Employer for Women award from WISE and ranked first in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers list in 2019.
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