Book Simone
SIMONE REID RICHMOND (MSc. MCMA) is a highly sought-after speaker, transformational educator, resilience coach, and the Founder and CEO of The Dandelion Organisation Ltd. Her mission is bold and deeply rooted: to help individuals and organisations bounce back, break through, and breathe—because performance and wellbeing must go hand in hand.
From growing up in deep poverty and overcoming emotional trauma, to becoming a respected leader in education, compliance, and human development—Simone’s journey is one of extraordinary resilience and powerful transformation. After earning her BA (Hons) in International Relations and Security Studies and an MSc in Human and Organisational Capacity Building for Development, she spent nearly a decade working in compliance at a leading debt management charity before launching The Dandelion Organisation—a purpose-led company that now transforms lives across the UK and beyond.
As a licensed relaxation therapist, resilience and mindfulness coach, and the creator of the iDO Breakthrough Programme, Simone has helped students predicted to fail rise 2–3 levels above their targets, inspired underperforming schools to reignite their academic potential, and empowered thousands of individuals to lead with confidence, clarity, and care.
Simone has delivered transformational talks to over 10,000 people, supported countless professionals at a crossroads in their careers, and been featured in both local and national press. Her impact was recognised by the National Literacy Trust and Her Majesty Queen Camilla, who invited Simone for her outstanding work in education, literacy, youth and community transformation.
Whether in classrooms, boardrooms, or on national stages, Simone’s presence is unforgettable. Her passion, precision, and authenticity create safe yet stretching spaces where people find their voice, step into their power, and transform their story. Her ability to connect across audiences—from students and educators to senior leaders and corporate teams—makes her one of the UK’s rising voices in personal leadership and transformation.
Simone is available for:
• 🔑 Keynote speaking engagements
• 👩🏾🏫 Panel contributions
• 🎤 Corporate wellbeing and leadership events
• 📚 Education and youth empowerment programmes
• 📽️ Podcast interviews and media appearances
From her base in West Yorkshire, Simone is committed to personal growth, equity, and excellence. Whether you’re building a stronger team, reigniting student motivation, or seeking to elevate your audience—Simone brings the voice, values, and vision to inspire lasting change.
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