OUR MISSION: To empower people to own their stories, and build confidence in public speaking as a life-changing skill.
Dawid began his career as a barrister before moving into investment banking, where he co-founded Redington, now advising on over $1 trillion in assets. He went on to launch Mallowstreet, a platform connecting leaders across the pensions industry, and co-founded the 10,000 Black Interns programme to help thousands of Black graduates access meaningful careers.
At Spellbound, Dawid brings strategic leadership, a deep belief in social mobility, and a proven track record of building impactful organisations from the ground up.
Parva is a Master’s graduate with a passion for human rights and advocacy for women’s rights. With a background rooted in operations & impact-driven work, she is committed to creating meaningful and inclusive experiences that empower young people and underserved communities.
At Spellbound, Parva leads community and delivery, building, developing, and nurturing the Spellbound community through programme delivery and partnerships. Through thoughtful relationship building, she helps drive Spellbound’s mission and strengthen its impact.
Haleemah is a UCL graduate, creative and founder of E-Her, a not-for-profit supporting young girls through facilitated learning during humanitarian crises across Africa. With a background spanning photography, content and social media, she has always used creativity as a tool for connection and change.
At Spellbound, Haleemah leads digital marketing and community growth, combining strategic brand thinking with storytelling and creative direction to grow Spellbound’s reach and deepen its impact
Ben’s professional background spans paralegal work, special effects training, and football coaching, reflecting a diverse career built around communication, creativity, and personal development.
His journey with Spellbound began as a student and has since evolved into teaching and strategy development. At Spellbound, Ben helps create inclusive environments where individuals can build confidence, develop their voice, and grow through public speaking and self-expression.
Stuart Breyer is CEO of mallowstreet, a B-Corp and the go-to platform for pension and investment professionals seeking collaboration, insights, and innovation. Committed to solving the most challenging problems facing the pensions sector, mallowstreet fosters a connected and informed community, empowering industry stakeholders to navigate the ever-changing landscape of pensions and investments.
Michael studied French and Economics at the University of Warwick before beginning his career as a consultant in the Government and Public Sector at Baringa. A skilled communicator and advocate for professional development, he played a key role in Spellbound’s early growth supporting its launch, managing sessions, and teaching cohorts.
Michael brings hands-on experience of the programme, a passion for empowering others, and a commitment to making confident communication accessible to all.
Courage is at the heart of the Spellbound programme. It takes bravery to step into a public speaking course, and even more to show up openly and honestly. We celebrate courage as the starting point for growth and transformation.
Vulnerability is what turns communication into connection. When we allow ourselves to be heard, we invite others to do the same, building a stronger and more connected community.
Trust is the foundation of the Spellbound journey. Trust in the room to hold space for you, to support you, and to accept you when you share. Trust in the Spellbound programme, that by showing up and practising our principles, meaningful growth will follow.
