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Keynote SpeakerCemal Ezel

The social entrepreneur tackling homelessness through great coffee

Cemal Ezel is the Founder of Change Please CIC, Old Spike Roastery and Coal Rooms Restaurants. Change Please is a social enterprise that trains homeless people to be baristas and pays them the London Living Wage. They also provide housing to these individuals within 10 days of starting employment and... Read more

Popular Talks by Cemal Ezel

  • Disruption
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Ethical Business
  • Ethical Leadership
  • ESG
  • Environment
  • Food & Drink
  • Social Mobility
  • Social Inclusion
  • Social Responsibility

Biography

Cemal Ezel is the Founder of Change Please CIC, Old Spike Roastery and Coal Rooms Restaurants. Change Please is a social enterprise that trains homeless people to be baristas and pays them the London Living Wage. They also provide housing to these individuals within 10 days of starting employment and support them into onward jobs. Change Please has expanded to eight countries and has been listed by Marketing Week as one of the 100 Most Disruptive brands in the UK. The organization represented the UK in the Chivas Venture Finals and won World’s Best Social Enterprise.

Bloomberg has named Change Please the World’s most promising startup, and it was Sir Richard Branson’s “Start Up of The Year” in The Sunday Times. Additionally, Change Please recently won the Queen’s Excellence award for Social Mobility. Cemal has also been named one of the UK’s leading Social Entrepreneurs after opening his fourth Social Enterprise called Serious. Serious offers a sustainable solution for the ecological disaster that is toilet paper.

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How to book Cemal Ezel as a keynote speaker

How do I book Cemal Ezel for a keynote speech?

You can book Cemal Ezel through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Cemal's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Cemal Ezel's speaking fees?

Cemal Ezel's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Cemal tailored to your event.

What topics does Cemal Ezel speak about?

Cemal Ezel speaks on Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Diversity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Cemal to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Cemal Ezel available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Cemal Ezel for events worldwide, subject to Cemal's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Cemal Ezel deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Cemal Ezel is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Cemal Ezel?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Cemal can accommodate.

Can Cemal Ezel tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Cemal Ezel on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Cemal can offer.

What languages does Cemal Ezel present in?

Cemal Ezel delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Cemal Ezel a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Cemal Ezel's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Diversity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Cemal's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Cemal Ezel speak at?

Cemal Ezel can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Diversity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Cemal's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Cemal Ezel offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Cemal Ezel is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Cemal Ezel?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Cemal Ezel, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Cemal's current availability for your dates.