Sal is an award-winning changemaker and bestselling author who has led and influenced in some of the most challenging environments, at the highest levels nationally. Through these experiences, he discovered the power of stepping into his agency in creating systems change, and the role of true values-based leadership and moral courage in delivering this.
My keynotes help leaders understand how real systems change happens and what it takes to create lasting impact. Organisations work with me when they want a speaker who can make complex ideas clear, practical and inspiring, especially when they are trying to shift culture, strengthen leadership and respond to the pressures shaping how people think, lead and behave.
I focus on the themes that matter most to leaders today: agency, moral courage, values-led leadership, hope, psychological safety, and the conditions that shape culture and allow people to flourish.
Each keynote uses storytelling, unique frameworks and research to give audiences practical insight into how leaders can influence systems change in three ways:
If you are looking for a keynote speaker who can help your organisation understand systems change, strengthen leadership capability and build a culture where people flourish, I’d love to support your event.
Work with Sal to transform your organisation by unlocking the moral courage within your leaders. Through his unique True North Framework, this leadership programme supports leaders in developing and embodying everyday moral courage. The outcome? Individuals becoming the leaders they always aspired to be.
True North: A Story of Racism, Resilience, and Resisting Systems of Denial – described by Desi-Blitz as “a landmark contribution to anti-racist literature.”
“Sal is a superb public speaker. His presentations are intelligent, thoughtful, and highly engaging. He is able to explain tricky concepts relating to race, ethnicity, religion, and discrimination with great clarity. Sal’s expertise and attributes inspire others. He comes highly recommended.”
“If you’re looking for a speaker who can move hearts, shift mindsets, and spark real action, Sal Naseem is someone we wholeheartedly recommend. Thank you, Sal, for inspiring us to lead with courage and compassion, and for reminding us that change starts with each of us, every day.”
“Sal did a lecture for my policing and criminology students, and it was incredible. Students were captivated throughout, and Sal is a naturally gifted speaker.”
“Sal Naseem is a truly outstanding and thought-provoking speaker and chair. His insights and storytelling captivate individuals, leaving civil servants across the UK motivated to take action.”
“Sal was brilliant to work with in the run up to the event, but more so, his talk was excellent. He spoke with such passion and sincerity about his experiences and left colleagues in the room with a lasting impression. He was able to keep everyone hanging off his every word, whilst talking about topics which are highly emotive and powerful.”
“Sal’s inputs have been insightful, thought-provoking, and instrumental in shaping our discussions and strategies. He approaches the topic with a genuine passion and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that male allyship presents in the context of gender equality.”
“Having previously had the pleasure of observing keynote inputs provided by Sal, and now having had the privilege of working with him for our recent Culture in Public Service Conference, I can confidently assert that I not only recommend working with Sal on matters relating to leadership, inclusivity, and culture, but I’d highly encourage it if you get the chance.”
“Sal is an empathetic, intelligent, and charismatic public speaker. He carefully balances storytelling with his own lived experiences, insights, learning points, and structure, which captivates his audience. He first spoke for us at the Maximising Potential Conference, which received so much positive feedback, we just HAD to have him back at the Senior Leadership Conference too!”
“Sal’s inputs have been insightful, thought-provoking, and instrumental in shaping our discussions and strategies. He approaches the topic with a genuine passion and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that male allyship presents in the context of gender equality.”
“Having previously had the pleasure of observing keynote inputs provided by Sal, and now having had the privilege of working with him for our recent Culture in Public Service Conference, I can confidently assert that I not only recommend working with Sal on matters relating to leadership, inclusivity, and culture, but I’d highly encourage it if you get the chance.”
“Sal is an empathetic, intelligent, and charismatic public speaker. He carefully balances storytelling with his own lived experiences, insights, learning points, and structure, which captivates his audience. He first spoke for us at the Maximising Potential Conference, which received so much positive feedback, we just HAD to have him back at the Senior Leadership Conference too!”
