Mark Williams BCAh FRSA is a Keynote Speaker, Author, and International campaigner. In 2004 he experienced depression and suffered in silence for years until he entered community mental health services.Mark Williams BCAh FRSA is a Keynote Speaker, Author, and International campaigner. In 2004 he experienced depression and suffered in silence for years until he entered community mental health services. < Back Mark Williams Specialisms: Peri-natal mental health, father's mental health, Keynote Speaker, Published Author, Trainer Mark Williams BCAh FRSA is a Keynote Speaker, Author, and International campaigner. In 2004 he experienced depression and suffered in silence for years until he entered community mental health services. He founded International Fathers Mental Health Day and HowAreYouDad campaign to make sure all parents have support for the whole family. Mark has spoken on television and radio stations around the world while working with Dr Jane Hanley who have both published articles on Fathers' ( Paternal) Mental Health together. Mark was awarded Inspirational Father of the Year and Local Hero at the Pride of Britain Awards in 2012 and even invited to meet The Royal Family on World Mental Health Day, also awarded the Point Of Light Award by the Prime Minister in 2019. In 2020 Mark published the report called "Fathers Reaching Out - Why Dads Matter" to explain the importance of paternal mental health which has far better outcomes for the whole family and the child's development when we include fathers. In 2021 the film Daddy Blues based on Mark's journey is now available on Amazon Prime. In 2023, Mark was awarded The British Citizens Award at Westminster for all his work in campaigning for fathers. He started the campaign to reopen the Mother and Baby Unit in Wales, which reopened seven years later in 2021. Ambassador for Mothers for Mothers and Mothers Matter Charities. Mark was diagnosed with ADHD at forty years of age and is also a research champion at the National Centre of Mental Health in Cardiff. 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.

Dave James is a professional speaker, coach, and event host who brings honesty, humour, and presence to conversations about mental health and happiness.Dave James is a professional speaker, coach, and event host who brings honesty, humour, and presence to conversations about mental health and happiness. < Back Dave James Specialisms: Speaking honestly about men’s mental health, anger, happiness, and communication Dave James is a professional speaker, coach, and event host who brings honesty, humour, and presence to conversations about mental health and happiness. A former healthcare professional and TEDx speaker, Dave draws on his own lived experience of men’s mental health challenges - including his journey with anger - alongside his background in mindfulness, comedy, and coaching. Dave speaks openly about resilience, identity, and the pressures men face in today’s world. His sessions combine personal story with practical tools, helping audiences to: * Talk more openly about mental health and wellbeing * Understand and manage anger in healthy, constructive ways * Build resilience and self-awareness * Communicate with confidence and presence * Embrace authenticity in life and work Dave also coaches leaders, educators, and students in communication skills, using his own frameworks and his How to Be a Happy Human approach. This mix of lived experience and practical tools makes his talks both relatable and actionable. Known for his warmth and ability to connect deeply with audiences, Dave creates spaces where people feel safe to listen, reflect, and share. At the heart of what he does is creating a space to experience all life has to offer, and to talk openly about where we are, so that we can find happiness, build stronger connections, and create the changes we want to see. 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.

Dee is a high performing Watch Manager in the UK Fire Service, dedicated to helping others and serving the community in a job she believes is an honour to hold. Dee is a high performing Watch Manager in the UK Fire Service, dedicated to helping others and serving the community in a job she believes is an honour to hold. < Back Dee Matthews Specialisms: Leadership, overcoming adversity, mental health, domestic violence Dee is a high performing Watch Manager in the UK Fire Service, dedicated to helping others and serving the community in a job she believes is an honour to hold. An early privileged life came to an abrupt halt when she got caught up in a military coup in Russia at age 15. The trauma and sexual violence she encountered had a devastating effect on her life leading to mental health struggles and eventually becoming homeless. Twenty years ago, she spent her nights cold and hungry stealing food from bins ...it would have been easier to give up, but she fought for a better life. Now she is a confident woman, a wife and a mother of 5 incredible children, with a house and a career she loves. A career which she views as a privilege to be there to help people at their most vulnerable, on their worst days … making decisions that contribute to saving lives. She has 15 years’ experience in the emergency services, receiving commendations whilst in the police force for her team’s actions when an officer was attacked in the line of duty and in the fire service for her actions in saving the life of a woman trapped in a fire. With compassion and cohesion as her main drivers, she leads her team with a passion for leadership and for encouraging development. When they can’t see their own potential she sees it for them, believes in them until they learn to believe in themselves. She works with dedication and commitment, recently achieving top place on the Watch Commander promotion process across Hampshire Fire Service and holds the highest scores ever achieved. In her spare time, she facilitates leadership and empowerment courses for the Fire Service and is studying through the Open University to get a degree and further her education. That girl terrified and alone, sleeping in the bushes in the local park has not just survived but is living an amazing life and making a difference every day. We cannot control what challenges life throws in our path but with faith and belief we can realise that we do not need to be a victim, that we are all warriors. After years of feeling ashamed of her past it is now her mission to share her story. With her characteristic warmth and openness, she aims to help others realise that the past may shape you but doesn’t have to define you …. We all have the potential to choose our own destiny. 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.

Ben is a Multi-Award-Winning Filmmaker and Problem Solver.Ben is a Multi-Award-Winning Filmmaker and Problem Solver. < Back Ben Akers Specialisms: Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, Creativity Ben is a Multi-Award-Winning Filmmaker and Problem Solver. He has spent over 20 years working in some of the world’s best Advertising Agencies in London and Sydney before he decided to use his evil powers for good and began working in Sustainability and Behaviour Change. He is the Co-Founder of Made With, a problem-solving collective; GoodFest, a Creative Festival for Good in Cornwall and Talk Club, a Talking and Listening Movement for men. Ben’s recent journey in mental health awareness, began in May 2014 when he lost his childhood best friend, Steve Yates, to suicide. After years of dealing with his own grief, Ben decided to channel his energy to create the Changementary “Steve” - which he toured around pubs and sports clubs, talking to thousands of men in their own environment. From here, he Co-Founded Talk Club, a behaviour-changing movement that encourages men, of all walks of life, to talk openly about their feelings and worries with the aim of proactively staying on top of their mental fitness. It all begins with the simple question: How are you? Out of 10? 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.

International best-selling writer and speaker Sharon is a vocal changemaker.International best-selling writer and speaker Sharon is a vocal changemaker. < Back Sharon Critchlow Specialisms: Emotional Intelligence, Workplace wellness, Leadership, personal motivation As an international best-selling writer and speaker Sharon is a vocal changemaker. She brings passion to the subjects of the future of work, diversity and inclusion, leadership, emotional intelligence and personal motivation. Writer of numerous articles published across the globe on wellbeing topics, she is the co-author of Amazon best-selling book: Love Your Life! 100 Tips For More Peace And Happiness. Sharon is a qualified Accountant and has won several International awards for her contribution to the accountancy profession. She is a non-executive director at Clarion Housing Association with over 25 years of experience in senior leadership roles and growing successful businesses. Sharon is also a Director at Discover Your Bounce, which is a leadership development and workplace wellness provider and is passionate about people becoming the best that they can be and allowing their true talents to shine. 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 the Founder and CEO of Rural Mental Health Matters, and PIES Consultancy. PIES stands for Proactive, Inclusive, Equitable SolutionsI am the Founder and CEO of Rural Mental Health Matters, and PIES Consultancy. PIES stands for Proactive, Inclusive, Equitable Solutions < Back Melanie Costas Specialisms: Mental Health, Disabilities, Accessibility, Inclusion, Whole self wellbeing, Workplace Wellbeing, Cancer, Disability awareness I'm Melanie Costas, a passionate advocate for proactively improving resilience & wellbeing in the workplace. A resilience consultant & motivational speaker with over 30 years lived experience, I'm committed to helping individuals and organisations unlock their full potential. Resilience is not just a buzzword, it's a game changer for staff wellbeing & organisational success! Recent studies in the UK & globally have shown compelling evidence of the profound impact of resilience on: Reducing absence ️ Boosting staff engagement ️ Enhancing productivity ️ According to a survey conducted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in the UK, organisations with higher levels of employee resilience experienced significantly lower rates of absenteeism due to stress-related illnesses. Similarly, a report by the American Psychological Association (APA) found that resilient individuals are: 47% more engaged at work ️ 63% more likely to achieve goals ️ Compared to their less resilient counterparts. Moreover, resilient teams are better equipped to navigate challenges, adapt to change & maintain high levels of performance even in turbulent times. This not only nurtures a healthier work environment but also contributes to increased profitability & sustainable growth for businesses. As a motivational speaker & resilience consultant, I am dedicated to empowering individuals and organisations to cultivate resilience as a cornerstone of their success. Through engaging workshops, tailored online sessions, or impactful keynote speeches, I provide practical tools & strategies to build resilience at all levels. Reach out to me today to explore how I can support you on your resilience-building journey. I'm also Founder & CEO of Rural Mental Health Matters, a social enterprise focused on tackling mental and physical health inequality in rural communities. 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.

Suzi Payton is a neurodivergent (AuDHD, Tourette's, OCD) creative and multi-passionate trail blazer! Suzi Payton is a neurodivergent (AuDHD, Tourette's, OCD) creative and multi-passionate trail blazer! < Back Suzi Payton Specialisms: ADHD, autism, Tourette's, Neurodivergence, Mental Health in the workplace Suzi Payton is a neurodivergent (AuDHD, Tourette's, OCD) creative and multi-passionate trail blazer! Recently named one of the UK’s most influential and dynamic female entrepreneurs, Suzi Payton, uses her passion, skill for finding the funny, and own experiences as an Autistic ADHDer to change the way society views those who are neurodivergent. Through a delicious blend of comedy and coaching, and armed with a winning combination of ADHD, autism, Tourette's and mild OCD, Suzi uses her lived experience to educate audiences, businesses, charities and organisations. She shows people how they can support their friends, clients or colleagues to thrive, and not just survive. Using her background in education (she was a secondary school teacher for 17 years) and her experience in comedy and improvisation (Suzi is a regular on the comedy and improv circuit), Suzi offers a unique insight, which she has shared with the likes of NHS England, American Express and The YMCA. Suzi is available to talk about the following: Neurodivergence in the workplace Neurodivergence in relationships Late diagnosis of Neurodivergence Celebrating neurodiversity Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mental Health in the workplace Job related burn-out for the Neurodivergent How improvisation can improve everyone's life 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.

Chloe is a 21 year old, multi-award winning mental health activist who uses her lived experience of mental health issues to raise awareness of living as a young person with mental illness.Chloe is a 21 year old, multi-award winning mental health activist who uses her lived experience of mental health issues to raise awareness of living as a young person with mental illness. < Back Chloe Hawryluk Specialisms: Mental Health, including Youth Mental Health, Feminism, Sexual Harassment, Young People in Politics, Working Class Activism Chloe is a 21-year-old, 3x multi-award winning activist who uses her experience of growing up as a working-class child who suffered with her mental health and sexual harassment to raise awareness and advocate for change. Having done various appearances on national press outlets such as ITV and BBC News, Chloe has over 5 years of public speaking experience, where she hopes to use her lived experience to reduce the stigma regarding mental illness, particularly as a young person, and increase the prevalence of working-class people in media. Located in Birmingham, she has recently graduated from the University of Liverpool, where she studied BA Politics, and is an incoming MPhil Politics and International Studies Candidate at the University of Cambridge. 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.

Keith has lived experience of mental health problems. He uses this to campaign against discrimination, fighting for equality and inclusion.Keith has lived experience of mental health problems. He uses this to campaign against discrimination, fighting for equality and inclusion. < Back Keith Winestein Specialisms: Mental Health, Lived Experience Leadership, HIV and AIDS Keith has lived experience of mental health problems. He uses this to campaign against discrimination, fighting for equality and inclusion. His work at National AIDS Trust promoted World AIDS Day and the Red Ribbon . He produced Are You HIV Prejudiced? to challenge stigma and discrimination. Keith founded Health Initiatives for Youth UK with Clint Walters, providing support to young people with HIV. He was seconded to MTV as HIV advisor on two special Staying Alive TV programmes with President Bill Clinton. His recent achievements at Mind with Time to Change include pioneering innovative community engagement and creating a social movement involving 38 cities and regions. This has resulted in a significant decrease in stigma around mental health. By utilising the power of lived experience, he supported people with lived experience (Champions) to amplify their voices at a series of mass participation events across the country. As the world’s largest mental health campaign, Time to Change was recognised by the Royal Society of Health in the top twenty public health achievements in the UK during the 21 st Century. Keith represented mental health on the Community Disability Forum which assisted the planning of the London 2012 Olympics/Paralympics. He is a Trustee with MenTalkHealth UK a new mental health charity tackling stigma. 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.

Maxine Frances Roper is a writer and speaker. Maxine Frances Roper is a writer and speaker. < Back Maxine Roper Specialisms: ADHD, Dyspraxia, Mental Health, Suicide Bereavement, Co-production Maxine Frances Roper is a writer and speaker. She started her career in media and journalism and moved into copywriting and communications work within the charity sector following multiple experiences of suicide loss. She is the co-author of ‘Finding the Words’, a guide to supporting someone bereaved or affected by suicide, a member of the National Suicide Prevention Alliance (NSPA)'s Lived Experience Network, and an Ambassador for Suicide&Co, who provide pay-what-you-can counselling for people bereaved by suicide. Maxine has also used her lived experience to promote better understanding and support for neurodivergent adults. Her first book, a survival guide for dyspraxic and ADHD women, is due for publication in 2024. Her first novel ‘Catch A Moving Train' is due out on submission within the next year. Maxine is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a former Trustee of the Dyspraxia Foundation. 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.

As a Speaker, Certified Neurodivergent Specialist Coach I help women and AFABS step into the power of their own quirky brilliant selves. As a Speaker, Certified Neurodivergent Specialist Coach I help women and AFABS step into the power of their own quirky brilliant selves. < Back Nicci Lou Specialisms: Unmasking, autonomous learning and neurodiversity As a Speaker, Certified Neurodivergent Specialist Coach I help women and AFABS step into the power of their own quirky brilliant selves. Japan was the last of 18 countries we travelled through in 2 years. And I plonked my Queer, AuDHD solo parenting self down next to a woman who'd been put on a plane by friends worried for her health. Her adoptive teenager had just been diagnosed AuDHD and she was beyond fearful for her future. And as she cried in joy to meet us three, it was then that I knew. My years nursing, my misdiagnosis, my pain and overwhelm it was all leading up to this point... I had to continue to unmask, to lose the pain and overwhelm and gain the qualifications I needed to help all those who felt broken. Who are still seen as broken by those they love. So I did ... Subjects I speak on include: Unmasking AuDHD and how it's not just a mixture of autism and ADHD Neurodivergence and autonomous learning 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 Ollie (He/Him). I am a mental health & spiritual wellbeing professional, specialising in supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ people. My name is Ollie (He/Him). I am a mental health & spiritual wellbeing professional, specialising in supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ people. < Back Oliver Roscoe Specialisms: Mental Health, LGBTQIA+, Autism & Neurodivergence, Addiction, Spirituality & Spiritual Wellbeing My name is Ollie (He/Him). I am a mental health & spiritual wellbeing professional, specialising in supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ people. I have first hand experience of mental illness, I am diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (now known as Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder) and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, both of which have been stabilised with the support of medication and appropriate therapies. I am committed to ending the stigma attached to mental illness. I have a Level 3 Diploma in Counselling and have significant professional experience in the field of mental health, notably working for Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust's Spiritual Care Team as a Lay Chaplain and Spiritual Care Worker. I am a recovering addict (alcohol) and in 2024 I certified as a UK SMART Recovery Group Facilitator. I am Autistic, Transgender, and Queer. I am disabled and have Functional Neurological Disorder (I use mobility aids) and Type 1 Diabetes. I run the "Ollie Âû: Wellness, Whimsy & Wonder" Facebook page. 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.