Kirsty Hulse is an award-winning keynote speaker, confidence and communication expert, and bestselling author who helps organisations transform how their people communicate, lead and perform. Having delivered over 2,000 global keynotes and workshops and trained more than 150,000 professionals worldwide, Kirsty brings a rare combination of scale, credibility and energy to the stage. Her work focuses on practical, measurable change, equipping individuals and teams with the tools to build confidence, influence effectively and thrive in modern workplaces.
Kirsty’s career began in digital marketing, where she progressed into senior roles including Head of SEO at Found and Head of SEO Best Practice at Linkdex. Alongside her corporate success, she built her entrepreneurial credentials as the Founder of Manyminds, growing it into a near £1 million business within its first year. She later became the Founder of Roar Training and the Creator of Confidence Live!, a major conference bringing together world-class speakers and hundreds of attendees. These experiences underpin her commercial insight and give her a grounded, real-world perspective that resonates with business audiences.
As an author, Kirsty has cemented her reputation as a thought leader on the future of work and workplace culture. Her first book, ‘The Future is Freelance’, became a Business Book Awards finalist, recognised for predicting major shifts in how people work. Her second title, ‘Don’t Swear at Work’, was named one of the best motivational books of 2025, further strengthening her authority in confidence and communication. In addition, her role as an Advisor at Neuroworx reflects her ongoing involvement in shaping innovation within recruitment and workplace strategy.
What makes Kirsty stand out is her ability to turn complex ideas into simple, actionable strategies. Drawing on behavioural science, psychology and her background as a stand-up comedian, including performances at the Edinburgh Fringe, she delivers content that is both insightful and engaging. Kirsty connects quickly with audiences, using humour and storytelling to make ideas stick while ensuring every takeaway is practical. Organisations book Kirsty when they want more than inspiration, they want lasting impact, stronger communication, confident leadership and teams that are equipped to perform at their best.
