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Rita W Bolgna is a respected business leader, entrepreneur, and diversity and inclusion speaker, widely recognised for her ability to bridge commercial success with purpose-driven leadership. Rita is the CEO and founder of The Good Global Group and has built a reputation for helping businesses grow through strategic marketing, branding, and innovation. Alongside her commercial achievements, she has become a powerful advocate for diversity and inclusion, using her platform to champion underrepresented voices in business. As a speaker, Rita delivers impactful keynotes on Women in Business, Young Entrepreneurs, Inclusive Leadership, Workforce Empowerment, How to be a Successful Entrepreneur, Asian Female Entrepreneurs and The Power of Branding, combining real-world experience with practical insight.
Beginning as an Editor at Time Publishing in 2003, she developed a strong understanding of storytelling, representation, and the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping narratives. This experience, combined with her entrepreneurial journey in founding her own company in 2006, exposed her to the systemic barriers faced by women and minority entrepreneurs. These formative years continue to inform her talks, where she highlights the importance of inclusive ecosystems and equitable opportunities for emerging talent.
Her current work further reinforces her authority as a D&I speaker. Rita has held numerous influential leadership roles, including Senior Warden of the Company of Entrepreneurs. She also serves as a Board Member for Strategic Growth and Governance at Venture Catalysts and has contributed as a Trustee and Board Director for AWRC. As an Ambassador for the Association of Business Mentors, she actively supports inclusive mentoring practices. Her academic achievements, including completing the Oxford University Women’s Leadership Programme and a General Management Certificate from Cambridge Judge Business School, reflect her ongoing commitment to leadership excellence. These roles give her direct insight into governance, inclusion at the board level, and the importance of diverse leadership pipelines, key themes in her keynote speeches.
Rita’s contributions have been widely recognised. She was named Business Woman of the Year at the Newsquest Newspaper Awards and has received prestigious honours such as The Freedom of the City of London. She has also been a Freeman and Trustee of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists. Rita has spoken at a wide range of events, from corporate conferences and leadership summits to entrepreneurial forums and mentoring programmes, engaging audiences across sectors and career stages.
Rita W Bologna is a dynamic and influential diversity and inclusion speaker whose career reflects both depth and breadth across business, leadership, and advocacy. Her journey from media and entrepreneurship into senior governance roles gives her a unique, 360-degree perspective on the challenges and opportunities within modern organisations. She brings strategic expertise and a lived experience of navigating and overcoming barriers, which allows her to connect authentically with diverse audiences. Rita’s ability to translate complex ideas around inclusion into practical, actionable strategies makes her particularly valuable to organisations seeking meaningful cultural change. To hire Rita for your next event, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Speakers Agency today!
“Rita we know how well your key note speech was received last year. Creating Entrepreneurial Leadership talk that you give to include the Q and A session was engaging, truly inspirational and really good are comments that I have already received from those who were there. So, quite Reithian “Educate, inform and entertain” I seem to remember he stated were the characteristics for the BBC and broadcasters in general. The generosity that you showed at the end of the session, connecting with students and offering to help them on a one to one basis was also greatly appreciated.”
“Rita accepted our invitation and delivered an inspiring talk in 2023, sharing her story as a woman who built a successful business from the ground up, despite the odds. Her candour and warmth resonated deeply with our audience and echoed the experiences we hear from savings group members across eastern Africa as they share their stories of overcoming barriers to realise their potential in business and in the wider community.”
“I had the opportunity to hear Rita speak at Mansion House last year. Her witty, assured delivery was perfectly matched to the grandeur of the setting. Rita shared her entrepreneurial journey with passion and humour, describing how she broke through barriers along the way. She engaged the audience throughout, leaving a strong and lasting impression.”
“Rita is an exceptional public speaker whose ability to connect with an audience is both genuine and deeply impactful. She communicates with clarity and warmth, consistently inspiring and empowering those who hear her speak. She has a calm, confident way of speaking that really connects with people and holds their attention. Her words resonated deeply with participants, with many describing her story as both poignant and inspiring. We saw firsthand how her speaking helped women rebuild confidence, find motivation, and begin to envision new possibilities for their futures. Many were inspired to think differently about their own potential and take meaningful steps forward. Rita inspires people through her storytelling, honesty, and genuine care for others. Her talks leave a real impression on everyone who hears her, and we are truly grateful for the positive impact she has made through her words and presence.”
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