Public Speaking
Since 2022, I have been actively involved in public speaking, sharing my lived experiences across topics including neurodiversity, the actuarial profession, and my personal unmasking journey. What began as a way to make sense of my own experiences has grown into one of the most meaningful and rewarding parts of my work, using my voice to create understanding, challenge assumptions, and help others feel seen.
To date, I have delivered over 20 public speaking engagements, including individual talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. I have had the privilege of speaking at a wide range of events, from universities and schools to professional conferences and industry forums. These opportunities have allowed me to engage with diverse audiences, spark honest conversations, and contribute to more inclusive thinking around neurodiversity and lived experience in professional spaces.
Public speaking has become my most impactful way of giving back. Whether I’m speaking to students at the start of their journeys or professionals navigating their own challenges, my goal is always the same, to offer authenticity, insight, and reassurance that there is more than one way to succeed.
Notable speaking opportunities
IFOA Life Conference 2025
In November 2025, I was part of a panel discussion speaking about neurodiversity in the workplace to an audience of over 60 senior actuaries.
In particular, I gave an insight into the accommodations I have received in the workplace and why it is also important to provide support that goes beyond reasonable adjustments. I also answered questions on how managers can approach the conversation of supporting their employees, especially if someone isn't diagnosed.
LSE Actuarial Conference 2025
In March 2025, I was part of the panel for the LSE (London School of Economics) Actuarial Conference which is held annually.
The audience talk was predominantly undergraduate students from LSE who are interested in pursuing a career as an actuary.
In particular, I spoke about my experiences to date on my actuarial career and my journey through the actuarial exams.
The Autism Show 2024
In June 2024, I spoke about my unmasking journey to a full house of around 80 people.
Topics I covered included:
👉 Why I decided to start the unmasking journey
👉 What my unmasking journey has involved, including challenges faced
👉 The benefits of unmasking and being my authentic self
👉 My advice for anyone starting their own journey.
Society of Pensions Professionals Event
In November 2024, I spoke at the Society of Pensions Professionals event on my experiences of being neurodivergent in the workplace.
The audience was other young professionals in the pensions industry, and I talked about things that helped me in the workplace, as well as key takeaways when it comes to supporting neurodivergent employees in the workplace.
"As someone on the autistic spectrum, I found myself getting a little emotional during your presentation earlier, it really was excellent."
“I found the session really informative and having someone with real life experiences gave me a much better insight in to how certain things have a lasting impact.”
"This has been the best neurodiversity talk I have been to so far, it has been extremely informative and insightful"