Ria Hebden is a powerhouse television presenter, award-nominated entrepreneur, and fearless champion for diversity in the media. She is the Founder and CEO of Wonder Women—an influential network elevating underrepresented women in TV and the Creative Industries—and founder of the production company Carpe Diem Media Productions. Her mission? To tell bold, diverse stories that spark change and inspire the next generation.

Through Wonder Women, Ria has built a transformative platform offering year-long mentorship, masterclasses, and headline-making live events—including the Wonder Women Conference at BAFTA. Under her leadership, the brand has become a go-to resource for elevating mid-level women from marginalised backgrounds.

With a career spanning top-tier broadcasters and global media giants, Ria is a regular face on ITV’s Lorraine, bringing viewers the latest in entertainment and celebrity news. She’s fronted BBC One’s Sunday Morning Live, co-presented ITV’s All Around Britain, and reported for Good Morning America at the King’s Coronation. She’s also hosted red carpet coverage for the BAFTA Film Awards on BritBox America, and interviewed A-list stars including Harrison Ford, Idris Elba, Kim Cattrall, and John Boyega.

On TV, she can often be seen presenting the outside segments for ITV’s This Morning, and appearing on entertainment shows I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here – The Daily Drop, and BBC2’s Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two. As well as interviewing the ‘everyday’ person, Ria is a confident interviewer of A-list celebrities, including Sandi Toksvig, Ruby Wax, Kim Cattrall, John Boyega, and Idris Elba.

Awards

Her hard work has seen her nominated for several awards, including the New Talent award at the 2019 Women in Film and Television Awards, the Best Presenter award at the 2020 New Voice Awards, and a 2020 Black British Business Award.

Charity Ambassador

In addition to her media work, Ria is an ambassador for the MAMA Youth Project, which recruit and train young people from underrepresented groups, and for Lupus UK; a mentor for The Media Trust, mentor of the Women in Film and Television Network, and a member of BAFTA.

Corporate Work and Hosting

Ria is becoming a popular choice to host events, provide keynote speeches, and moderate panels. Her credits include the Royal Television Society Award shows, the Jack Petchey Foundation, BAFTA, RTS Futures, and the Media Production Show.

Speaking Topics

– Diversity and Representation
– Women in the TV and Creative Industries
– Supporting Freelancers/Skills Shortages
– Women Leadership and the Power of Mentoring
– General TV Industry Knowledge

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book TV presenter and live host Ria Hebden for your corporate event.

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