Amy is an award-winning Youth Programme designer, with a specialism in inclusive design and outreach. Amy is an award-winning Youth Programme designer, with a specialism in inclusive design and outreach. < Back Amy Butterworth Specialisms: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion; accessibility; inclusive project and programme design; facilitation & workshops; mental health; chronic conditions at work; accessibility; long covid Amy is an award-winning Youth Programme designer, with a specialism in inclusive design and outreach. Her work in charge of youth programmes globally for the Scouts have driven up engagement and achievement for under-served young people around the world. She led the design for the Beavers and Cubs Money Skills Activity Badge by designing it with and for people with dyscalculia and, launching in 2021, it is to date their most successful new badge with 80,000+ young people completing it in the first year. An advocate and ally for equity and diversity for grassroots social change projects, she transformed the grants giving process for the Royal Society of the Arts and increased applications from women and global Fellows by 200%. Amy has an MA in Psychodynamic and Systemic Approaches to Consulting Organisations from the Tavistock, providing a deep understanding of the personal barriers to organisational change. Her qualification in DEI Strategies for Business Impact from Cambridge University Business School helps organisations harness hard data alongside qualitative research to improve inclusive practices for all. Now living with long covid, Amy works as an inclusion consultant. As someone who is now a direct beneficiary of the very practices she used to champion for others, she speaks on the value of practical mental health practices, and the importance of data-driven change, in both personal and professional contexts. Her early career was in comedy and theatre, so understands the importance of a well-timed joke in tough conversations. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Adrian has worked the best part of a decade as a mental health campaigner, educator and consultant.Adrian has worked the best part of a decade as a mental health campaigner, educator and consultant. < Back Adrian Garcia Specialisms: Mental Health, Suicide Awareness, Suicide Bereavement, Male Mental Health, LGBTQIA+ Issues, Gender Identity, Emotional Identiy, Creative Social Responsibility Adrian has worked the best part of a decade as a mental health campaigner, educator and consultant. He has worked with various charities (notably SANE as the head of the Black Dog Campaign) as well as many corporates. Adrian has devoted his time to working in mental health due to his own experiences of illness as well as the loss of his younger brother to suicide in early 2015. Initially researching, speaking and educating on suicide prevention, Adrian's work now spans many aspects of mental health and social issues and he is the Founder and Director of his own company, The Mental Health Consultants as well as new upcoming projects for 2020-2021 in Creative Social Responsibility in collaboration with creative agencies, broadcasters and 3rd Sector organisations. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Following his grounding in anthropology (London School of Economics) Asif’s career as a researcher, planner and innovator spanned Europe and far east Asia.  Following his grounding in anthropology (London School of Economics) Asif’s career as a researcher, planner and innovator spanned Europe and far east Asia.   < Back Asif Noorani Specialisms: Diversity and Inclusion, Transformational Change Following his grounding in anthropology (London School of Economics) Asif’s career as a researcher, planner and innovator spanned Europe and far east Asia. This has been fertile ground for cultivating cross disciplinary skills in behaviour change, imaginative problem solving and compelling storytelling. Asif co-founded Epiphany Productions in 2005 on the premise that everybody’s secondary business is showbusiness; using the principles of film-making in all they do. This includes his part in Cabinet Office’s CMTA scenario planning sessions, as Digital Democracy Champion for the Speaker’s Commission, content creation for global professional service leaders, author of two Digital Transformation guides (published with Wincanton PLC), strategic advisor for diversity and inclusion leaders, coaching CEOs on their personal and business stories and running UNSPOKEN creative thinking training sessions. Epiphany supports public and private sector organisations in their transformation challenges. Epiphany has a positive social action commitment with a number of days each year allocated to causes they support. Asif has been a trustee of the leading non-formal education charity UK Youth, is a fellow of the RSA and ambassador/volunteer for the sub-Saharan charity Action through Enterprise. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Debra is a freelance talker, trainer, teacher, and founder of Cr:EECK.Debra is a freelance talker, trainer, teacher, and founder of Cr:EECK. < Back Debra Croft Specialisms: Empowering young people, Education, Learning (formal &informal) E&D, Mentoring, Coaching Debra is a freelance talker, trainer, teacher, and founder of Cr:EECK. She is driven by opportunities to help young people get to where they want to be; and figuring out what that is, including a cracking “Hints and Tips for Apps and Ints” session. Until 2019, she was Director of the Centre for Widening Participation and Social Inclusion for Aberystwyth University and (2015-2018) Director of Equality. She has more than 10 years expertise in working with young carers, care experienced, care-leavers and those with no family support within the education system. Debra is interested in the key transitions between stages of education and helping students, teachers, other professionals and parents/guardians in negotiating these changes. She has a PhD from the University of London (Royal Holloway), a PGCE in Teaching and Learning post 16, is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and is a “Coach for Performance” in Education and Business. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Natasha Rhone is an occupational psychology specialist, trainer and founder of Every Wellbeing, a consultancy focused on improving how organisations understand and support their workforce.Natasha Rhone is an occupational psychology specialist, trainer and founder of Every Wellbeing, a consultancy focused on improving how organisations understand and support their workforce. < Back Natasha Rhone Specialisms: Workplace wellbeing and organisational culture, neurodivergence at work, psychological safety, work related stress, invisible challenges in the workplace, leadership and employee experience Natasha Rhone is an occupational psychology specialist, trainer and founder of Every Wellbeing, a consultancy focused on improving how organisations understand and support their workforce. Her work centres on the workplace factors that shape employee wellbeing, performance and engagement. Natasha speaks about the realities many employees experience at work, including work related stress, neurodivergence, invisible challenges and the gap between organisational policies and everyday employee experience. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience, Natasha brings a practical and psychologically informed perspective to conversations about workplace culture, leadership behaviour and employee wellbeing. Her work encourages organisations to look beyond surface level initiatives and examine the structural and cultural factors that influence how people work and feel within teams. Natasha regularly delivers talks and training for organisations on workplace wellbeing, neurodivergence at work, psychological safety and creating environments where employees can perform well without compromising their wellbeing. Through her work, Natasha challenges organisations to rethink how workplaces are designed and managed, helping leaders better understand how people actually function at work and what is needed to create healthier and more effective working environments. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

John Junior is a British mental health activist and Psychology student dedicated to challenging stigma and transforming how society responds to people experiencing mental health struggles.John Junior is a British mental health activist and Psychology student dedicated to challenging stigma and transforming how society responds to people experiencing mental health struggles. < Back John Junior Specialisms: Suicide, mental health, intersex, grief, addiction, cptsd, ocd, anxiety John Junior is a British mental health activist and Psychology student dedicated to challenging stigma and transforming how society responds to people experiencing mental health struggles. He is an activist, not an influencer, he doesn’t chase fame or money. He chases one thing saving lives. Sharing his lived experience, he speaks openly about suicide, mental health, intersex, grief, addiction, identity, and recovery, offering hope to those facing their darkest moments. Born intersex, John faced identity struggles alongside suicidal thoughts and self-harm from a young age. After the sudden death of his father, he attempted suicide through an overdose and was resuscitated. In that moment, he said to the resus nurse, he didn’t want to die, he wanted the pain to stop. That realisation became a turning point, inspiring him to transform his pain into purpose and dedicate his life to helping others so no one feels alone. Over time, John discovered that supporting others also helped him heal. Guiding people through their struggles allowed his nervous system to recover after therapies that hadn’t worked. In 2019, he founded John and Charlie’s Journey , a mental health movement centred around Charlie, a teddy duck who comforted him in his darkest hours. Together, they have met people from all walks of life, including individuals actively planning to end their lives. Thousands have been supported in person, with millions more reached through television and social media. What began as a coping mechanism became a national campaign encouraging open conversations, reducing judgment, challenging stigma, and normalising adults carrying teddys or plushies. John’s work has reached millions worldwide. He has appeared on Sky News , co-created and shared his suicide story on the BAFTA-nominated series Hollyoaks IRL , and campaigned to get 380,000 people off NHS waiting lists and into complex therapy. His on-going campaign to make all UK Police mental health first aid trained. A practising Buddhist, John incorporates mindfulness, meditation, and reflection into both his personal life and to others. He brings a unique perspective on identity, resilience, and overcoming obstacles, shaped by his experiences of loss, diagnosis, and activism. Every morning, John reminds himself, and the people he meets: "You are loved. You are wanted. You are needed. The mood is temporary." Through John and Charlie’s Journey , he continues to challenge stigma, inspire hope, and save lives. The root cause of our suffering is when we think, when we stop thinking, that is when happiness starts to bloom, we find peace. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

I am a late diagnosed ADHtistic (ADHD and Autistic, more commonly written as AuDHD), queer and disabled person. I am a late diagnosed ADHtistic (ADHD and Autistic, more commonly written as AuDHD), queer and disabled person. < Back Renée Venus Specialisms: ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, Disability I am a late diagnosed ADHtistic (ADHD and Autistic, more commonly written as AuDHD), queer and disabled person. I am a mother, living with multiple chronic conditions, who has navigated the bumpy road of being different to my peers in family, friendship, education and employment. I have a lifetime of dealing with bullying in education and employment, because being different is “apparently” a threat to be eradicated. I decided in my 30’s to train to be a teacher, as I wanted to make a difference to those students that are often othered and let down. Sadly after 5 short years as a secondary school teacher, I had to leave mainstream for both my mental and physical health. At this time I still had yet to receive formal diagnoses for my neurodivergence and chronic physical conditions, this left me without the reasonable adjustments I needed to protect myself from the bullies. Apparently openly ADHtistic and Queer teachers are not welcome in secondary education, despite my students giving my classroom the title The Rainbow Room as a safe space for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent students, during break times and after school. I am now working in education outreach; teaching and mentoring the students who were let down by the system, like I was. I am a fierce advocate for the neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ and disabled communities. I am especially passionate about supporting fellow disabled/marginalised teachers, students and their parents! info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

My name is Luke; I am based in the Uk. I am lived experience speaker in number of subjects such as domestic abuse as a child victim, mental healthMy name is Luke; I am based in the Uk. I am lived experience speaker in number of subjects such as domestic abuse as a child victim, mental health < Back Luke Squire Specialisms: Domestic Abuse, Mental health and Neurodiversity My name is Luke; I am based in the Uk. I am lived experience speaker in number of subjects such as domestic abuse as a child victim, mental health problems I have been in recovery for nearly 3 and half years. Also learning difficulties in number of things. I didnt have voice when the domestic abuse happen, now I have a voice I am ready to make a different. I have spoken on a webinar for Setdab (Southend, Essex and Thurrock domestic abuse Board), also my video of my video was played at they conference, also spoken at PFCC (Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex) conference. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Jonny is an award-winning Finance professional who feels passionately about the role of mental wellbeing in the workplace. Jonny is an award-winning Finance professional who feels passionately about the role of mental wellbeing in the workplace. < Back Jonny Jacobs Specialisms: Mental Fitness, Mental Health in the workplace. Jonny is an award-winning Finance professional who feels passionately about the role of mental wellbeing in the workplace. As a kid growing up facing life's tough realities, Jonny's powerful story was a catalyst to champion the importance of mental fitness in the workplace and beyond. Prior to his current position as a Finance Director at Starbucks, Jonny was Strategy & Transformation Director at pladis, the global snacking business which brings together iconic brands including McVitie's and Godiva. As the Executive Board sponsor for Mental Health, he led the Employee Mental Health & Wellbeing initiative, which led to the national "Let's Talk" partnership between McVitie's and mental health charity, Mind. Jonny is an advocate for mental wellbeing across many forums, and in 2019 he became a Trustee of the Mental Health Foundation, the UK’s leading charity for everyone’s mental health. He is a Goalkeeper for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation dedicated to accelerating progress towards the United Nations Global Goals. Jonny's vision is to create an environment where we truly support colleagues, friends, families and stakeholders, through challenging times and also support positive mental fitness. Jonny supports organisations by sharing his own personal story and tools that business can use to build their own plans. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

I am a totally blind trans woman who loves breaking down barriers for disabled and LGBTQ+ people through open, honest and authentic conversation and training. I am a totally blind trans woman who loves breaking down barriers for disabled and LGBTQ+ people through open, honest and authentic conversation and training. < Back Sarah Stephenson-Hunter Specialisms: LGBTQ+, being trans, disability, blindness, intersectionality, leadership, adoption and faith I am a totally blind trans woman who loves breaking down barriers for disabled and LGBTQ+ people through open, honest and authentic conversation and training. I have over 20 years experience of working within the public sector, particularly in higher education. I have previously provided training and keynote talks for organisations such as Guide Dogs, Breast Cancer Now, Stephenson-Harwood, RPC, the Law Society and Oxford University. I pride myself on being able to deal with often sensitive and difficult topics in a way that truly engages the audience and blends my rich personal and professional experience with warmth, empathy and humour. I love getting in front of people and sharing some of the humanity behind the headlines of what it means to be disabled and LGBTQ+ and I'd love to be able to have the opportunity to speak at your organisation or event. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

Nett’s interests and passion for improving health and care support include end of life care, alcohol addiction, ensuring the patient and public voice in health and care. Nett’s interests and passion for improving health and care support include end of life care, alcohol addiction, ensuring the patient and public voice in health and care. < Back Nett Furley Specialisms: End of life support , Patient and Public involvement Nett’s interests and passion for improving health and care support include end of life care, alcohol addiction, ensuring the patient and public voice in health and care. Nett Furley has over 45 years’ experience in health and care in the not for profit, third sector and NHS and has been supporting people at end of life for the last 15 years as an end of life doula. She sits on a number of committees as a patient and public member. This includes NICE (national institute for health and care excellence), NACEL (National Audit for care at end of life) NIHR (national Institute for health and care research) and NHS England. This has provided her with the opportunity to bring the patient and public perspective to clinical guidelines, service development, health and care research and funding of NHS clinical priorities. She is an end of life doula, a funeral celebrant, an assessor of diplomas, a mentor, a trainer and a coach info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.

I was born in Switzerland to a Spanish mother and a German father, the second of four sisters, an upbringing that forged a profound family bond within me. I was born in Switzerland to a Spanish mother and a German father, the second of four sisters, an upbringing that forged a profound family bond within me. < Back Julia Engelhorn Specialisms: Parent Bereavement I was born in Switzerland to a Spanish mother and a German father, the second of four sisters, an upbringing that forged a profound family bond within me. Following my studies in Hotel Management and Tourism in Scotland, I delved into the dynamic world of startups while working for the Family Investment company. This period exposed me to a diverse array of projects and allowed me to connect with individuals from various walks of life. In 2007, I married my first husband and lived in Spain for a while. The arrival of our first son in 2009 marked a new chapter in our lives. Seeking fresh opportunities, we made the decision to relocate to Cape Town, South Africa, in 2012. As a dedicated mother, my focus intensified, particularly after the birth of our twins in 2013. The challenges of raising three young children alone, as my husband frequently travelled to Spain, fostered my independence and self-reliance. Unfortunately, our marriage, already fragile, ultimately led to a difficult separation, and our divorce was finalized in 2015. Tragically, in retaliation for the divorce, my ex-husband took the lives of our twins on April 6th, 2017. The ensuing years became a journey through the obscure and draining depths of grief. Thankfully, the unwavering support of my family and friends, coupled with the therapeutic power of art and nature, provided solace. Faced with a lack of resources for parents navigating similar heartbreak, I embarked on the writing of my book, "Precious Scars," detailing my journey and the coping mechanisms that guided me. The process of writing proved cathartic, solidifying my resolve to assist other parents grappling with the loss of their children to violent crime. In 2020, I relocated to England with my second husband and our children. Here, I continue to engage in creative projects and actively promote "Precious Scars." Additionally, I have immersed myself in charitable endeavours focused on supporting bereaved individuals, channelling my experiences into avenues that can bring comfort and understanding to those enduring similar pain. info@speakerscollective.org BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION Submit Thanks for your speaker request and we will be in touch soon.