Miriam Owusu is an award-winning tech sales specialist, keynote speaker, and the founder of Miri Elevates, a platform dedicated to helping professionals strengthen their personal brand, sharpen their sales skills, and carve out successful careers in technology. She is passionate about opening doors for others and equipping them with the tools to thrive in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
With over a decade of frontline sales experience, Miriam has built her expertise across multiple sectors. She began her career selling mobile phones, went on to manage multimillion-pound property deals, and more recently worked in the technology sector, supporting accountants and businesses in adopting software solutions to streamline operations. This breadth of experience has given her a unique understanding of how to adapt sales strategies, build trust with clients, and succeed in highly competitive markets.
Her achievements have earned national recognition. In 2024, she was named Young Businesswoman of the Year, and in 2025, she was a Rising Star finalist at the Black Tech Achievement Awards. Most recently, she was nominated for the Next Generation Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the African Business Chamber Business Awards. Alongside this, she has built a powerful LinkedIn presence, growing her audience from just 400 to more than 5,000 engaged followers in less than a year. With her quick and simple strategies for optimising your profile, Miriam shares her top tips as part of her LinkedIn Profile Audit series with Intuit.
As a speaker, Miriam is known for her authenticity, energy, and ability to deliver practical insights that audiences can put into action immediately. She has taken the stage at major events, including Accountex (with over 16,000 attendees), the Women in Tech Forum, One Tech World, Nottingham Trent University, and BYP Network events, among others. In 2026, she delivered a global keynote on inclusion for Fintech Company, Modulr, and their teams across London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Amsterdam and Mumbai. Whether addressing students, industry professionals or business leaders, Miriam Owusu connects with audiences on a human level, motivating them to take control of their careers and unlock their potential. To bring Miriam's uplifting energy and valuable insights to your next event, contact Champions today!
Miriam Owusu's official speaking topics are listed as follows:
- Business
- Sales
- Leadership
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Personal branding & LinkedIn visibility
- Career confidence for young professionals
- Women in tech & representation
- Mental health & resilience
Official Testimonials from both Online & In-Person Events
"Miriam was an exceptional speaker and a pleasure to work with. She delivered a powerful and engaging session on “Inclusion in the Workplace” as part of our Black History Month programme at Modulr. She created a thoughtful, open space for meaningful discussion, communicating important and sometimes complex topics with clarity, confidence and warmth. The session was very well received and I would highly recommend Miriam to any organisation looking for a speaker who brings both expertise and authenticity to conversations around inclusion." - Chinyere, Modulr
"Miriam is a powerhouse of knowledge and energy. She brings a wealth of experience combined with a genuine thirst for innovation. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Miriam on social content several times, and she is always easy to communicate with, open to feedback, and consistently creative. I highly recommend her to any team." - Phillip, Intuit Accountants
"Miriam hosted an engaging, insightful and thought-provoking podcast highlighting the experiences of black women in tech. It was authentic, powerful and inspiring in equal measures" - Angie Vaux, Founder, Women in Tech Forum
"It was a true honour to have Miriam Owusu as one of our speakers at Limitless Without Borders 2025. From the moment she took the stage, Miriam captivated the over 1000 audience with her poise, clarity and authenticity. What set Miriam apart was not just her expertise, but her ability to make every insight actionable. She broke down the power of intentional networking and building strategic yet genuine relationships in a way that resonated across career levels."- Rukayat Alabi, CEO, RKY Careers
"I had a recent event at Boxpark Shoreditch, and I have Miriam on the Panel. She shared invaluable insights on LinkedIn strategies for women looking to grow their voice and social presence. What truly resonated with the audience was Miriam's ability to connect through authentic storytelling, vulnerability, and a genuine desire to support their success. I've witnessed Miriam's remarkable growth over the past year, and her voice has become a powerful force within our community. I would recommend Miriam for panel features and talks." - Alicia Richardson, TEDx Speaker
"We had the pleasure of working with Miriam for the launch of our Sales Skills Academy at Nottingham Trent University. Miriam delivered a keynote speech to launch the programme and was truly inspiring for our students. She gave a fantastic overview of how sales skills have accelerated her career and demonstrated how sales skills are also key to everyday life. Her journey really resonated with the students, and she brought so much energy and passion into the room. I would highly recommend Miriam for any speaking events where you're looking for someone able to engage and excite the audience. She was also highly responsive in the run-up to the event, taking the time to understand what the key points were that we wanted the speech to reflect. She clearly understood the purpose of the session and put herself in the shoes of the students, to deliver a captivating talk. An absolute delight to work with." - Samantha Morley, Employer Engagement Coordinator, Nottingham Trent University
- 2026 - Part of the LinkedIn Profile Audit series
- 2026 - Delivered a personal branding workshop to students at the Black Leadership Programme 2026
- 2026 - Spoke at the National Sales Network (NSN) UK Chapter
- 2026 - Nominated for Next Generation Entrepreneur of the Year at the African Business Chamber (AfBC) Business Awards
- 2025 - Hosted the Salesforce Tech Stage at the UK Black Business Show
- 2025 - Spoke at the Digital Transformation EXPO (DTX) ExCeL London, delivering her 'Network Like a Human: My Journey from Law to Tech' talk
- 2025 - Spoke at Next Tech Girls Fest
- 2025 - Spoke at the Kingdom Business Conference
- 2025 - Part of a panel for SiSTEM UK
- 2025 - Delivered a global keynote at Fintech Company, Modulr, on Inclusion to their teams across London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Amsterdam and Mumbai
- 2025 - Spoke at Accountex at ExCel, teaching over 16,000 accountants and bookkeepers from across the world how to sell
- 2025 - Spoke at Boxpark Shoreditch on personal branding
How to hire Miriam Owusu
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Miriam Owusu for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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