FOUNDER AND RESEARCHER OF
THE ZERO BURDEN BUSINESS ...and occasional adventurer.
Why book Nahla?
Want to spark a revolution in your organisation?
Let’s discuss how Nahlas keynote can equip your leaders, employees and business with the tools to build a socially conscious, emotionally intelligent business.
​Leading Expertise in Transforming Workplaces:
With over 15 years of experience in senior leadership, combined with her research into Emotional Intelligence and kindness in the workplace, Nahla knows what it takes to reshape cultures and create thriving, purpose-driven organisations. She provides actionable strategies to help businesses enhance their social impact while achieving their core objectives.
​Practical, Business-Focused Solutions: ​
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Nahla’s keynotes don’t just inspire—they deliver results. Audiences leave with practical tools and strategies they can implement immediately to improve leadership, foster a culture of kindness, and create a more socially conscious business. She empowers teams to drive productivity, enhance employee well-being, and ultimately increase profitability.
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Inspirational and Story-Driven Keynotes:
Nahla’s speaking style is as engaging as it is enlightening. Drawing on her personal stories of resilience and achievement—including cycling across the U.S. and breaking a Guinness World Record—she connects with audiences on a profound level. These real-life experiences illustrate the power of Emotional Intelligence and kindness, making her talks not only memorable but also deeply impactful for workplace transformation.​
​​Tailored to Your Business and Audience:
Nahla understands that every organisation is different, and her talks are crafted to address the specific challenges and opportunities your business faces. Whether speaking to leadership teams, department heads, or entire organisations, she customises her message to resonate with your unique workplace culture and goals.
Proven Results in Business and Social Impact:
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Nahla’s work has a proven track record of transforming not just businesses but also their impact on society. Her influence extends beyond the stage, as seen in her global social initiatives that have inspired nearly 250,000 acts of kindness. Companies she’s worked with have experienced significant improvements in workplace culture, leadership effectiveness, and overall social responsibility.
How Nahla Works​
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Tailored, Consultative Approach:
Nahla works closely with event organisers to understand the specific needs and challenges of your organisation. She takes the time to tailor her keynote to align with your company’s goals, ensuring that her message is relevant and impactful for your audience.
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Flexible Delivery for Any Event Format:
Whether you're hosting an in-person event, a digital conference, or a hybrid meeting, Nahla is adaptable. She is ready to deliver her talks in any format and thrives in a variety of settings. While a lapel or headset microphone is preferred, Nahla is happy to adjust to your technical setup, provided that the arrangements are confirmed at least two weeks in advance.
Engaging and Interactive Presentations:
Nahla’s keynotes are designed to engage, inspire, and provoke thought. She fosters an interactive environment that encourages participation and reflection, leaving audiences with both emotional and intellectual takeaways. Whether through storytelling or practical examples, she ensures each attendee feels personally connected to the message.
Seamless Collaboration with Organisers:
Nahla values clear communication and works proactively with event organisers to ensure a smooth experience. She has no specific technical requirements beyond timely communication and adapts to the setup provided. Recordings of her talks can be arranged in advance to support post-event engagement.
Continued Support for Lasting Impact:
Nahla’s work doesn’t stop when the event ends. She offers follow-up options including workshops, leadership training, and strategic consultations to help organisations build on the momentum from her talk. This ensures the cultural and leadership changes she inspires continue to grow and evolve within your company.
Some example keynotes with downloadable PDFs
Businesses often overlook the hidden burdens they place on society—employee burnout, environmental harm, and more.
These burdens damage company culture, erode trust, and threaten long-term success. Ignoring them leads to disengaged teams, reputational risks, and stagnation.
This keynote teaches leaders how to embrace Emotional Intelligence (EI) to reduce these burdens and create a thriving, ethical business. Nahla Summers introduces the concept of "The Zero Burden Business," offering actionable strategies to drive social impact, improve team well-being, and foster innovation—all while boosting business performance.​
"Everything I’ve heard has been really positive and people are speaking very highly of Nahla’s talk."
As AI advances, many leaders neglect the importance of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in maintaining human connection.
Relying solely on AI risks creating disconnected workplaces where creativity, engagement, and collaboration suffer.
Nahla Summers shows how leaders can blend AI with Emotional Intelligence to keep their teams engaged and motivated. This keynote equips leaders to leverage technology without losing the human touch, ensuring long-term competitiveness in a tech-driven world.​
"Nahla delivered an inspiring talk with actionable takeaways that prepared the team for the change needed to take the business to the next level"
Traditional leadership often sacrifices employee well-being and social responsibility for control and profit.
Toxic workplaces, low morale, and high turnover follow when leadership lacks kindness and compassion.
Nahla Summers reveals how kind leadership can be a powerful driver of success. This keynote teaches leaders how to create trust and collaboration through kindness, building a socially conscious business that thrives by prioritizing people alongside profit.​
"The feedback from the team that I have received has been fantastic - I am glad that they have taken from it as I had hoped."
Many businesses use "social impact" as a buzzword without making meaningful changes.
Superficial efforts damage credibility and miss out on the benefits of authentic social impact—loyal customers, engaged employees, and a stronger reputation.
This keynote provides clear, practical steps for integrating real social impact into business strategy. Nahla Summers cuts through the buzzwords to show how ethical leadership drives both business success and meaningful societal change.​