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Toni Kent - Speaker

Toni Kent | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Toni Kent, Speaker| PepTalk
Social Mobility
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Toni Kent

Inspire your people to overcome adversity and achieve their full potential with Toni Kent, poverty and social mobility writer and campaigner.
Social Mobility
Diversity and Inclusion
Resilience
Toni Kent
Inspire your people to overcome adversity and achieve their full potential with Toni Kent, poverty and social mobility writer and campaigner.
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Toni's keynote brought to life the saying that when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. (She) taught us all that social mobility is indeed possible; that no person is one thing, no family is necessarily rooted to their 'class'. We are all capable of doing so much more. | Professor Bugewa Apampa Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education & Experience | University of East London | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-b712a2b47a186ea340848885ddfde8f7-kavpmr5u.png
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About Toni Kent

Visionary Voice in Social Mobility & Social Equity
Former IT professional with a decade at Microsoft
Host of the careers podcast "Challenging University"
Toni is a powerhouse speaker who doesn’t just talk about social mobility - she redefines the conversation.

As the founder of The Common Good Network, she has built a groundbreaking platform connecting service users, providers, corporate partners, and supporters to dismantle systemic barriers and drive meaningful change towards greater social equity.

With decades of experience feeding into her social mobility journey, including 10 years at Microsoft, Toni offers sharp, often unheard insights into one of the most complex and misunderstood areas of modern society. Her ability to blend lived experience with deep strategic expertise makes her an unforgettable voice on stage, challenging audiences to rethink what equity, inclusion, and opportunity really mean.

Toni has delivered keynote speeches for leading names across technology, finance, and law, inspiring organisations to take real action. She has also twice hosted the UK Social Mobility Awards, cementing her role as a trusted advocate and thought leader in this space.

Her talks are bold, engaging, and thought-provoking, packed with fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Whether addressing C-suite executives, policymakers, or changemakers, Toni leaves audiences with the tools and the motivation to build a more accessible and equitable future.

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What topics does Toni Kent specialise in?  

Toni Kent specialises in talking about social mobility, systemic barriers, social equity and more.

What is Toni Kent's speaking style like?  

Toni captivates audiences with her insightful, humorous delivery, blending lived experience and expertise. Her thought-provoking talks inspire action towards social mobility and challenge perceptions of equity and inclusion. __

Does Toni Kent offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Toni Kent offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book Toni Kent?

Book Toni Kent to transform your understanding of social mobility with her unique blend of lived experience and strategic insight, inspiring actionable change towards equity and inclusion. Secure her for your next event and empower your team to drive meaningful progress.
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Toni's keynote brought to life the saying that when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. (She) taught us all that social mobility is indeed possible; that no person is one thing, no family is necessarily rooted to their 'class'. We are all capable of doing so much more. | Professor Bugewa Apampa Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education & Experience | University of East London | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-b712a2b47a186ea340848885ddfde8f7-kavpmr5u.png
I have to say, if you're looking for someone who can deliver a practical and thought provoking message that engages all participants – I would thoroughly recommend Toni! | Samantha Lowe | ForHousing | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-1fc9ad32fefb79ae21b5c9a7db4ccb82-4yo7r8nc.png
Smart, insightful, very funny with a brilliant delivery. | Claire Heyes, CEO | Corgi Technical Services | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-fcd181481787d9cbc1de6f5b089eab05-uuz2keo5.png
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Toni's keynote brought to life the saying that when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. (She) taught us all that social mobility is indeed possible; that no person is one thing, no family is necessarily rooted to their 'class'. We are all capable of doing so much more. | Professor Bugewa Apampa Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education & Experience | University of East London | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-b712a2b47a186ea340848885ddfde8f7-kavpmr5u.png
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Toni's keynote brought to life the saying that when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. (She) taught us all that social mobility is indeed possible; that no person is one thing, no family is necessarily rooted to their 'class'. We are all capable of doing so much more. | Professor Bugewa Apampa Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education & Experience | University of East London | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-b712a2b47a186ea340848885ddfde8f7-kavpmr5u.png
Professor Bugewa Apampa Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education & Experience

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