Simon is a dedicated and experienced educational leader with a deep commitment to neurodiversity inclusion and improving the workplace experiences of all teachers. Simon is a dedicated and experienced educational leader with a deep commitment to neurodiversity inclusion and improving the workplace experiences of all teachers. < Back Simon Preston Specialisms: Neurodiversity inclusion Simon is a dedicated and experienced educational leader with a deep commitment to neurodiversity inclusion and improving the workplace experiences of all teachers. With a strong background in teaching, educational leadership, and management, Simon has spent over two decades honing his skills and knowledge in this field. His passion for neurodiversity inclusion led him to pursue an MBA in Educational Leadership and Management, which he completed with distinction in 2022. This experience not only enhanced his leadership skills but also deepened his understanding of effective management strategies within an educational context. Driven by his desire to make meaningful contributions to the field, Simon is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Education at Oxford Brookes University. His research focuses on exploring how educational leadership, management, and administration impact the lived experiences of neurodivergent teachers when compared to their neurotypical peers. By shedding light on this topic, Simon hopes to drive positive change in educational settings and advocate for the needs and experiences of neurodivergent individuals. Simon is passionate about driving change and fostering inclusive environments where every student and teacher can thrive. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Evan is Co-founder and Chair of Cameron Grant Memorial Trust, a mental health awareness and suicide prevention charity established in memory of his son Cameron who took his own life at the age of 21. Evan is Co-founder and Chair of Cameron Grant Memorial Trust, a mental health awareness and suicide prevention charity established in memory of his son Cameron who took his own life at the age of 21. < Back Evan Grant Specialisms: Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Suicide Bereavement, Depression Evan is Co-founder and Chair of Cameron Grant Memorial Trust, a mental health awareness and suicide prevention charity established in memory of his son Cameron who took his own life at the age of 21. When Cameron died nobody knew he was ill yet, in a letter he left, he described suffering from symptoms of depression for over 7 years. Because Cameron chose to suffer in silence, Cameron Grant Memorial Trust works to encourage all in mental distress, and especially young people, to speak up and ask for help. Evan’s talks are based on his experience as a bereaved Dad, and on the work of Cameron Grant Memorial Trust. He also speaks openly about his own continuing, long-lasting battle with depression. In early 2021 Evan retired from IBM after a 35-year career in sales, marketing, operations and programme management. Evan is a Mental Health First Aid instructor and has delivered training in IBM and other organisations. An enthusiastic walker, Evan can often be seen around the West Midlands in the company of his 2 daft lurchers. Evan cycles for fun and is a fan of Scottish sport (quite hard) and English beer (much easier). Challenges in recent years - both personal and fundraising - have included trekking to Mount Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp, cycling Coast to Coast, walking Hadrian’s Wall and completing a 100km continuous Ultra Challenge in the Peak District. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

I have more than 5 decades lived experience with epilepsy, and for the last 16 years I have used my experience as a composer and singer/songwriter to bring the worlds of Music & Epilepsy together which are beneficial in a multitude of ways. I have more than 5 decades lived experience with epilepsy, and for the last 16 years I have used my experience as a composer and singer/songwriter to bring the worlds of Music & Epilepsy together which are beneficial in a multitude of ways. < Back Guy Stoker Specialisms: Epilepsy, Mental Health, Discrimination In The Workplace, Music as an Educational and Communicative Tool I have more than 5 decades lived experience with epilepsy, and for the last 16 years I have used my experience as a composer and singer/songwriter to bring the worlds of Music & Epilepsy together which are beneficial in a multitude of ways. As someone who lives with a hidden disability I have experienced stigma and discrimination in the workplace. Equally I have a great deal of firsthand experience of mental health issues and have learned various coping mechanisms for this over the years. I am passionate about sharing my experience in all of these areas with others, in the hope of not only education, but helping those with similar experiences know that they are not alone. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Katie Allen is a Confidence Coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the "Speaking of Inclusion" podcast. Katie Allen is a Confidence Coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the "Speaking of Inclusion" podcast. < Back Katie Allen Specialisms: DEI without the BS, Inclusion confidence, Asexuality, Allyship Katie Allen is a Confidence Coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the "Speaking of Inclusion" podcast. With a background in both commercial leadership and HR she understands the societal challenges faced by businesses today. She is now on a mission to use her insight and experience to change the world of work and create psychologically safe spaces where everyone can thrive. Talking with you, not at you, her goal is to empower forward thinking leaders, allies, and accomplices with the confidence to have the conversations that matter, without the fear of putting their foot in it. It’s DEI without the BS. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Andrew shot to fame on series 2 of the smash hit BBC1 reality TV show ‘The Traitors’Andrew shot to fame on series 2 of the smash hit BBC1 reality TV show ‘The Traitors’ < Back Andrew Jenkins Specialisms: Mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, self worth, grieving, loss of identity, effective communication Andrew shot to fame on series 2 of the smash hit BBC1 reality TV show ‘The Traitors’ In 1999, Andrew suffered a horrendous car accident at the age of 21. He was pronounced dead on the side of the road and then spent 4 weeks in a coma fighting for his life. Doctors told his family he had severe brain and if he was to wake from his coma the likely hood was, he would not recognise anyone or be able to walk, talk or use his arms again. Luckily when he woke, he remembered who people were but was told he would never walk again. Andrew proved doctors wrong and with determination and belief learnt to walk again in just a few weeks. Like many young children living in Wales, Andrews dream was to play rugby for his country and run out onto the hollowed turf of the National Stadium. The accident ended all hopes and dreams he had of playing for Wales, but he also lost his identity as a rugby player. The physical injuries Andrew sustained were terrible, but the hardest battle Andrew faced was with his mental health. He bottled his feelings and emotions up for nearly 24 years and has only recently spoke to his family about his mental struggles. Andrew has done a lot of reflecting, studying and self-analysis over the past few years, he is now in a good place in life. After meeting the Doctor who saved his life in 2022 who called Andrew a ‘miracle patient’, he now wants to share his experience to help motivate and inspire others. He does motivational talks to various audiences to help try and break the stigma around mental health, proving to people that you can achieve great things in life even after suffering adversity. Andrew has recently given up his job as an insurance broker to pursue his passion of motivational speaking. He has been given a second chance at life and now wants to give back to others who may have suffered a trauma. Andrew’s inspiring story is one of heart ache, determination, resilience, and grief but also positive and uplifting. He has big plans for 2024 and really hopes to inspire many people and try to help end the stigma around mental health. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Henry Johnstone is a trauma-informed hypnotherapist whose clinical work centres on narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD, shadow work, and helping clients navigate the complex world of their subconscious mind and trauma with clarity and ease.Henry Johnstone is a trauma-informed hypnotherapist whose clinical work centres on narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD, shadow work, and helping clients navigate the complex world of their subconscious mind and trauma with clarity and ease. < Back Henry Johnstone Specialisms: Self harm, masculinity, creativity, OCD, depression, addiction, vulnerability Henry Johnstone is a trauma-informed hypnotherapist whose clinical work centres on narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD, shadow work, and helping clients navigate the complex world of their subconscious mind and trauma with clarity and ease. His practice is grounded in deep psychological understanding and the transformative power of reframing internal narratives a foundation that shapes everything he brings to the stage as a mental health keynote speaker, podcaster, and author. Known for his powerful lived experience and his ability to make complex inner worlds feel relatable, Henry’s talks explore how the subconscious mind holds the stories we haven’t yet been able to tell and how those stories can be rewritten into strength, agency, and self-respect. He blends therapeutic insight with a rare honesty, inviting audiences into a deeper understanding of trauma, identity, neurodiversity, and emotional resilience. Lived Experience as Expertise Henry’s credibility comes not only from his training but from surviving the realities he now helps others understand. His lived experience includes ADHD, bipolar, OCD, anxiety, addiction, narcissistic abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm. He knows what it means to be sectioned, homeless, addicted, overwhelmed, and at war with himself and he uses this history as a source of compassion and truth. This blend of clinical knowledge and lived insight allows him to speak with clarity, depth, and relatability to corporate teams, leaders, clinicians, educators, and frontline staff. Henry has a rare ability to turn his own extreme experiences into shared commonality, helping audiences feel seen within their own stories — not just his. Clinical Depth Meets Human Honesty Henry’s most requested topics include: Narcissistic abuse recovery CPTSD and complex trauma ADHD & neurodiversity in the workplace Shadow work and the subconscious mind Trauma-informed communication & leadership Emotional regulation and embodied resilience Through metaphor, science, humour, and grounded storytelling, Henry makes complex psychological concepts easy to understand and deeply human. Why Organisations Book Henry Event organisers choose Henry for his: Emotional power and grounded presence Clinical expertise matched with lived experience Ability to reach any audience with clarity and compassion Transformational, relatable storytelling Audiences leave with practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and a renewed sense of possibility. On Stage Energetic, grounded, disarming, and deeply transformational, Henry speaks with the precision of a clinician and the vulnerability of someone who has walked the hardest paths and returned with a map. He helps people recognise their own patterns, strengths, and potential creating lasting impact far beyond the event. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Throughout the past eleven years, I have honed my expertise in mental health and public speaking.Throughout the past eleven years, I have honed my expertise in mental health and public speaking. < Back Nikki Mattocks Specialisms: Mental health, Empathy, Trauma, Peer Support, Personality Disorders, Carers, LGBTQ+ Throughout the past eleven years, I have honed my expertise in mental health and public speaking. As the Founding Director of the acclaimed peer support group Evolve for nearly a decade, I have had the privilege of consulting with prominent organizations on a range of local, national, and international policies. I am grateful for the opportunity to raise my voice in advocacy for change. With a unique perspective gained through personal, professional, and caregiving experiences, I approach my work with confidence and creativity. Drawing inspiration from poetry, music, and mindfulness, I offer audiences practical techniques that I have personally tried and refined. My passion lies in sharing my own journey, aiming to reduce the stigma surrounding human struggles and foster greater self-esteem in others. If my story can positively impact just one person, then all my efforts are worthwhile. As a Freelance Lived Experience Consultant and Public Speaker, an Honorary Lecturer at King's College London, and a member of various prestigious groups such as the Global Leadership Exchange emerging leaders group, I am dedicated to making a difference in the field of mental health. I am currently collaborating with the WHO regional office for Europe on the Pan-European Mental Health Coalition. Additionally, I am a member of the Expert Reference Group on The real PD: Prejudice and Discrimination of Personality Disorder with the Royal College of Psychiatrists. My self-published book, 'One Second at a Time,' reflects my journey and insights, and I have also recently launched the 'It Could Happen to Anyone' podcast. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Hi, I’m Samantha – aka The Period Princess. I’m a professional speaker, coach, and educator specialising in menstrual wellness and neurodiversity, and I’m a proud Autistic ADHDerHi, I’m Samantha – aka The Period Princess. I’m a professional speaker, coach, and educator specialising in menstrual wellness and neurodiversity, and I’m a proud Autistic ADHDer < Back Samantha Garstin Specialisms: Neurodivergence, Autism, ADHD, Hormones, Menstrual Wellness, PMDD, Perimenopause Hi, I’m Samantha – aka The Period Princess. I’m a professional speaker, coach, and educator specialising in menstrual wellness and neurodiversity, and I’m a proud Autistic ADHDer. I support women and people with periods to understand their cycle, energy, and nervous system – and I work with organisations and events that want to have more informed, human conversations about menstrual health at work and beyond. Diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 43, a lot suddenly made sense – including why I’d spent years advocating for better menstrual education and fairer systems (social justice has always been my thing). Hormones influence how we think, feel, and function far more than we’re taught, particularly for neurodivergent people. In 2020, learning how to work with my cyclical energy rather than against it was a turning point. What started as a personal coping strategy during autistic burnout became a way of understanding my energy and emotions that I could actually live with, and it quickly grew into a passion for helping others do the same. Now, as a certified Menstrual Wellness Educator, I offer talks, workshops, keynotes, panels, and training – both online and in person. Whether I’m speaking about menstrual wellness, neurodivergence, or the intersection between the two, my sessions are relatable, evidence-based, and educational, with a sprinkle of humour. They’re grounded in lived experience and packed with tangible takeaways people can actually use in their own lives. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Ben is a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor, with a private practice in Southport in the UK.Ben is a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor, with a private practice in Southport in the UK. < Back Ben Jones Specialisms: Mental Health, Mental Health in the Workplace, Student Mental Health, Work-life Balance and Resilience Ben is a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor, with a private practice in Southport in the UK. He trained at Liverpool John Moores University, after a 20-year career working in mostly large corporate organisations in London, including Accenture, KPMG and PwC, working alongside dozens of major UK, European and international organisations. His work focused on corporate communications, including government relations, and communications strategy development and execution. In 2014/15, Ben had a breakdown which prompted him to rethink his work, work-life balance and plans for the future. At the time of his breakdown, Ben was in a senior role in one of the world's leading professional services organisations (PwC) and subsequently became interested in work-life balance, resilience, and the relationship between mental health and the workplace. Working with a therapist at that time, he came to realise that he had been living with anxiety and depression for years and although pressure at work had been a factor in his breakdown, it was far from the only cause. Ben is passionate about helping others to work out what is going on for them and hopefully to help them reach a better understanding and acceptance so that life becomes more fulfilling. He has worked in the public, private and third sectors, as well as academia. Alongside his therapy practice, Ben teaches at universities, speaks at, and writes about mental health, work-life balance and resilience. His breakdown and subsequent recovery led to his change of career to become a therapist, setting up AMJ Counselling. Ben named AMJ Counselling after his daughter – ‘AMJ’ are her initials. It is a reminder for Ben , if one were needed, of trying to focus on the things that matter in life to him. He was born in Liverpool and is proud of his Irish heritage. He lives in Merseyside with his wife and daughter. info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

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 First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

Jack was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 36 with a life of extreme ups and desperate downs laid out before then. Jack was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 36 with a life of extreme ups and desperate downs laid out before then. < Back Jack Ellis Specialisms: Living with ADHD, Neurodiversity at work, Mental Health Jack was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 36 with a life of extreme ups and desperate downs laid out before then. He is an open book and shares all from the struggle of growing up ‘different’ and the damage caused with moments of humour and of course some sad points. All with the aim of raising awareness, speaking up for those who don’t find it easy and smashing taboos left, right and centre! info@speakerscollective.org First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

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 First name Last name Email Your Phone Number About Your Event or Project Speaker or Persons Requested Date picker Event Type Select Event Type Address Submit BOOK A SPEAKER OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION