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Speaker, Emcee, and Impact Producer

Anna believes in a future where every leader and organisation is committed to creating a sustainable world of equality and opportunity for everyone. They are on a mission to catalyse a global shift to Responsible Leadership by 2035

Anna Sheppard’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and transformation. Growing up in a caravan park on the northeast coast of England, Anna faced early challenges, including overcoming prejudice and navigating the complexities of a system that often didn’t cater to their needs as a neurodiverse, non-binary, and gay person. Despite these obstacles, Anna found their ‘WHY’ at a young age—developing a deep passion for equality and a vision to create lasting change. With grit and determination, Anna worked their way through college, university, and a master’s degree while pursuing community development projects across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

From these life experiences, Anna founded Bambuddha Group with a clear mission: to empower leaders to ‘work kinder’ by embedding ethical leadership practices and driving measurable social and environmental impact. Anna's credibility is further solidified by their track record of working with some of the world’s leading brands, including Unilever, Pfizer, Westpac, and Cisco, as well as being recognised as a global thought leader in the fields of leadership and social impact. Anna’s work has earned them numerous accolades, including being named one of the ‘Top 10 Leadership Development Training and Coaching Companies in APAC’ and a finalist for the prestigious Stevie Awards.

By booking Anna Sheppard as a speaker, emcee, or advisor, you're gaining access to a proven expert with a wealth of experience and a unique perspective. Anna’s insights, backed by their lived experience and evidence-based approaches, will not only inspire your audience but equip them with actionable strategies to foster a more inclusive, kinder, and impactful future.

Anna Sheppard is a globally sought-after speaker, emcee, and impact advisor whose storytelling is relatable, down-to-earth, and fun. With an optimistic and engaging style, Anna takes audiences on transformative journeys that educate, inspire, and empower them to be the change they want to see in the world. Anna’s talks ignite action, spark innovation, and challenge traditional paradigms, making them an unparalleled choice for forward-thinking events.

Impact Producing:

Anna Sheppard is renowned for designing transformative programs, summits, content and EDUtainment experiences that leave lasting impressions. Combining positive psychology and innovative methodologies, Anna integrates proven frameworks, multimedia and stakeholder empowerment to ensure genuine engagement and enduring impact.

Award-Winning Expertise: Anna’s exceptional work in impact production earned the prestigious Vibe Award, celebrating their ability to elevate learning and connection through creativity and connection.
Tailored Solutions: From concept development to flawless execution, Anna’s curated team of experts ensures every project is both impactful and unforgettable.
Industry Leadership: Anna advises industry bodies and associations across a wide range of sectors.

Leadership Programs:

RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP 2035™ Programs
Anna Sheppard’s Bambuddha Group offers comprehensive tools and programs to support leaders, teams, and organizations in embedding kinder leadership strategies and achieving measurable social and environmental impact.

Individual Coaching: Tailored 1:1 coaching for leaders ready to take the Responsible Leadership 2035 pledge.
Team Training: Interactive and co-designed programs to foster kinder, accountable and more inclusive team cultures.
Impact Index: Scalable advisory services to measure progress and align leadership with sustainability goals.

Giving Back
Bambuddha Group, an award-winning social enterprise, reinvests a minimum of 50% of corporate client profits into programs that reduce underrepresentation in business. Since 2017, Bambuddha has delivered over $1 million in impact through paid programs, empowering organizations to lead with kindness and purpose.

Learn More

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