Connector | Communicator | Catalyst | Consultant.

In the playground I was the child rounding up the others, explaining the rules to a new game that I had invented while making sure everyone understood their roles. I started out as being a super-organised, engagement enthusiast with a drive to include others, and I have not stopped since.

For over a decade I’ve been a professional plot twister, pivoter and problem solver. The ‘traditional’ road to work didn’t work for me and I’m on a mission to help create an inclusive world where everyone belongs.

Consultant and Trainer Lynn Pilkington looking out of a window following a successful Scotland's Mental Health First Aid Training day

Combining my expertise of equalities and engagement, my value lies in building inclusive, meaningful and impactful workplaces, communities and learning experiences.

A Unique Approach to Thought Leadership

Recent speaking engagements include: Bridging Communities (Edinburgh, 2024), ‘Mental Health Emergency?’ CIPD Festival of Work, (London, 2024), ‘Equalities Express Mash-up’ (Playful Learning Conference, 2024), 3D Drumchapel Service Design For Neurodivergent People (Glasgow, 2024),  UX Gathering ‘Why Disabled People are Not Engaging In Your Research’ (Online, 2021).

Podcast Interviews – Pedagodzilla (2024), Learning and Teaching Podcast (2024), Institute of Directors podcast (2021), What Comes Next Leadership Podcast (2021).

  • ‘Keep things simple when dealing with stress’, Agenda feature, The Herald, 14/4/22.

  • ‘Let’s create a better working world for all of us’, Scotsman, 27/12/21.

  • Featured as part of ‘Glasgow Lives’ Series, ‘Tonight Lynn tells us about her passion for a multi-disciplinary life-long learning experience and how she wants to "entertain people for an hour, and then give a call to action that creates change'" (24/2/22).

  • ‘Diversity and Inclusion: Beyond the Buzzwords’, interview with Tremis Skeete, 2021. You can see the full article over on the This is Milk blog..

What you can expect when working with me:

  • Inexhaustible Curiosity.

  • Unapologetic Authenticity.

  • Sitting-on-the-floor-with-Sharpies Creativity.

  • Infectious Enthusiasm.

  • Purpose-driven Boldness.

  • Laser-sharp Attention-to-detail.

What I stand for:

Creativity

  • Complex ideas are best communicated when digested and made creative.

  • Jargon and acronyms need clarified.

    Transparency

  • Accountability is key.

  • Curious questions are a ‘breath of fresh air’.

    Efficiency

  • When you speak, add value.

  • Expect replies at lightening speed.

    Inclusion (obv)

  • Speak the language of the target audience.

  • Put the room at ease, while also efficiently taking action points.

Lynn In Action

Complex topics made accessible, creative and fun.

Equalities Subject Matter Expert - BCTG Construct Intro (2017)

Equalities Subject Matter Expert - BCTG Construct Example Module Video (2017)