Award-winning speaker Lauren Neal helps leaders build inclusive
workplaces that attract and advance top female talent in STEM.
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Lauren does a fantastic job of coaching both organisations and individuals into stepping into the uncomfortable space of taking accountability for what happens today and the improvements we need to make together.
Stacy Ross
VP Operations, Former USAF Pilot, Engineer
Lauren Neal empowers organizations in male-dominated industries to create inclusive, high-retention workplaces where diverse talent thrives. As a bestselling author, award-winning speaker, and industry expert, she delivers actionable strategies to break bias, boost engagement, and drive long-term business success. With real-world experience in STEM and leadership, she provides the insights leaders need to attract, retain, and advance top talent.
Lauren is a sought-after speaker, writer, and consultant championing career progression within STEM and inclusive workplace cultures beyond the boundaries of demographics.
She also explores strategies to break down barriers for women in leadership, ensuring clear pathways to C-suite roles. She highlights the hidden costs of high turnover and how strong leadership shapes positive company culture. Her keynotes provide actionable solutions to help leaders ensure women in STEM feel valued, motivated, and retained. She also addresses the urgency of eliminating toxic workplace behaviors, confronting bias, and fostering allyship, equipping organizations with the tools to build an inclusive, high-performing workforce.
Lauren can talk about the following topics:
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Lauren does a fantastic job of coaching both organisations and individuals into stepping into the uncomfortable space of taking accountability for what happens today and the improvements we need to make together.
Stacy Ross VP Operations, Former USAF Pilot, Engineer
Lauren Neal
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What resonated with me most was Neal's emphasis on the intrinsic connection between employee wellbeing and organisational success. Valued at Work reaffirmed my conviction that when employees feel valued and appreciated, they are more engaged, productive, and loyal.
Bamidele Farinre, May 2024
Lauren Neal
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Lauren actively looked for opportunities to include and listen to the quietest voice in the room, and showed passion to develop people and capability to become future leaders.
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Lauren Neal
Keynote Speaker Lauren Neal is a recognized expert in workplace inclusion, leadership, and STEM career progression. As the Founder of Valued at Work, she helps organizations in traditionally male-dominated industries build cultures where employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated to stay. With over two decades of experience as an engineer and project manager in the energy sector, Lauren understands firsthand the challenges of workplace bias and retention.
Her Amazon #1 bestselling book, Valued at Work, provides a powerful, research-backed framework for creating inclusive environments that drive business success. A finalist in the 2024 Business Book Awards and a globally recognized industry leader, she delivers high-impact keynotes that equip leaders with practical tools to break bias, foster diversity, and enhance talent retention.
Book Lauren Neal for your event to gain actionable insights that transform workplace culture, improve employee engagement, and future-proof your workforce. Whether you’re looking to retain top talent, develop inclusive leadership strategies, or create a competitive edge through diversity, Lauren’s keynotes offer the expertise and strategies your organization needs.
