Resilience Speakers
Resilience Speakers
Resilience is not about being unbreakable. It is about adapting, learning and moving forward when things do not go to plan. Our resilience speakers explore what it really takes to keep going in the face of pressure, uncertainty and change.
Drawing on experiences from business, sport, adversity and extreme environments, these speakers share honest stories of setbacks and recovery. They show that resilience is not a single moment of strength, but a skill that can be built through mindset, support and self awareness.
Audiences come away with practical tools to manage stress, build confidence and sustain performance over the long term. Whether your organisation is navigating change, burnout or high pressure environments, these speakers help people feel more capable, more connected and more prepared for whatever comes next.
A Few Fantastic Reviews
Dame Kelly Holmes
"Kelly was thoughtful, brought meaningful insights, and was not shy to discuss diversity & inclusion is a raw manner. We are very thankful that she was part of our day."
Ade Adepitan
"Amazing and Inspiring. Great energy, sharing values and emotions."
Kevin Gaskell
"Kevin is an exceptional speaker. He took time to understand our business’s challenges and tailored his key messages for our team." ACCA Glasgow
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D D: £5k-£10k Aaron Phipps, MBE, overcame immense adversity to become a gold medal-winning paralympian and inspirational figure. He defied odds with his remarkable achievements in wheelchair rugby and conquering Mount Kilimanjaro unaided.
B B: £15k- £25k Ade Adepitan MBE is a British TV presenter and wheelchair basketball player. He presented Channel 4's coverage of the London 2012 Paralympics.
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C C: £10k-£15k Amy Brann, founder of Synaptic Potential, is a neuroscience expert who helps organisations unlock their people's potential through science-based, actionable frameworks, working with global brands like Tesco and EY to enhance performance and leadership.
E E: £2k-£5k Given just a 10% chance of survival having contracted 3 viral infections - Streph-Pneumonia, Influenza, and Staphylococcus, on a 2006 school trip to Disneyland, Anthony Bennett was resuscitated 12 times while at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
C C: £10k-£15k Beth Mead is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the England national team. Beth was a player in the Lioness team at UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where she won the Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament, and Top Assist Provider.
C C: £10k-£15k One of the most sought-after public speakers across the industry, Clive draws on his experiences as Director of Sport for Team GB at the British Olympic Association for the London 2012 Olympics.
D D: £5k-£10k Dame Katherine Grainger DBE is a five-time Olympic medallist, former UK Sport Chair, and current Chair of the British Olympic Association, known for her leadership, academic achievement, and contributions to British sport.
C C: £10k-£15k Damian Hughes is a bestselling author and expert in performance psychology, who also hosts a popular podcast and contributes to sports coaching and charitable causes.
A A: £25k and over
E E: £2k-£5k Amputee, Paralympic Champion, European Champion and World Champion, Danny Crates is one of the world’s most inspiring motivational speakers.
D D: £5k-£10k Debra Searle MVO MBE is an adventurer, businesswoman, and top-ranked motivational speaker known for her solo Atlantic row and inspirational leadership.
D D: £5k-£10k Dee Caffari MBE is a pioneering yachtswoman and speaker, known for her solo non-stop circumnavigations of the globe and leadership in promoting sustainability and gender inclusivity in sailing.
D D: £5k-£10k Ed Stafford is the Guinness World Record-holding first person to walk the Amazon River. He uses his experiences to inspire and motivate audiences to achieve their own personal goals.
POA POA: Contact Us Gareth Southgate is the former England Men’s football manager, renowned for his leadership, integrity, and success in fostering team performance under pressure.
C C: £10k-£15k ‘The Girl With Seven Names’, as she named her 2015 memoir, is a North Korean defector living in Seoul, South Korea. A powerful reminder of those who face constant danger, Hyeonseo’s tale of courage, survival and hope motivates and inspires spellbound audiences.
C C: £10k-£15k Jake Humphrey, presenter of BBC's Formula 1 and BT Sport's football coverage, is a consummate and charismatic conference facilitator, after dinner speaker and awards host.
E E: £2k-£5k James Ketchell is a record-breaking adventurer, aviator, and speaker, inspiring others through his incredible feats of resilience, including rowing the Atlantic, summiting Everest, and circumnavigating the globe in a gyrocopter.
D D: £5k-£10k After two decades in the British Special Forces and a subsequent career in private security, Jason Fox has gleaned powerful insights about leadership, motivation, and operating under high-pressure.
B B: £15k- £25k Jill Scott is an award-winning footballer who has played for Manchester City, Everton and Aston Villa. She was captain of the legendary Lionesses, playing in an integral role in their incredible 2022 World Cup win, as well as having represented England at the Olympics twice. Despite calling time on her playing career, Jill is still largely involved in the world of football and is now a popular, inspiring keynote speaker.
C C: £10k-£15k Jim Lawless blends hard-hitting truths with hilarious anecdotes, to motivate and inspire a sense of everyone's own capacity for achievement and change.
E E: £2k-£5k Joe Townsend is a Former Royal Marine who lost both legs in an explosion in Afghanistan in 2008. Following the incident, he spent five and a half months in hospital and three years in rehabilitation. Despite this, Joe went on to become an award-winning paralympic GB athlete.
A A: £25k and over John Amaechi OBE is an organisational psychologist, Chartered Scientist, New York Times best-selling author, CEO of leadership consultancy APS, and was the first Brit to play in the NBA. John partners with organisations to help leaders deliver on the promise of authentic, transformational leadership.
C C: £10k-£15k Katie Piper is a best-selling international author, inspirational speaker, TV presenter and charity campaigner who rebuilt her life after surviving a brutal sulphuric acid attack in 2008.
B B: £15k- £25k Mental health advocate and World, Commonwealth, European medals and Double Olympic Gold winner Dame Kelly Holmes is one of Britain’s most recognisable and admired athletes.
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Advice & FAQs about Resilience Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more you can share about your audience and the challenges they’re facing, the easier it is for our team to recommend the right resilience speaker. We’ll get back to you within an hour to discuss availability, fees and how the talk can be tailored to your event.
Our resilience speakers share honest, compelling stories about navigating adversity, uncertainty and change. Their talks focus on mindset, adaptability and emotional strength, helping audiences build confidence in their ability to cope and move forward when things don’t go to plan.
Yes. Many resilience speakers draw clear parallels between personal challenges and professional life, exploring themes such as leadership under pressure, change, wellbeing and teamwork. They offer practical tools and perspectives that audiences can apply immediately.
Resilience speakers are a strong choice for conferences, wellbeing programmes, leadership events or times of organisational change. Their talks are particularly effective as reflective mid-event sessions or as closing keynotes that leave a lasting sense of perspective and reassurance.
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