Summer Breather
Whilst August can be a busy time for clients planning events for the Autumn, it is also a quieter time for events taking place and a time when many of us will take a holiday and switch off.
I personally find it hard to switch off from work but the summer months is a good time to have a little bit of a breather and plan for the rest of the year ahead.
The importance of rest and wellbeing is a subject we get enquiries on from some clients and these are a few speakers we work that with that cover subjects around maintaining a good worklife balance.
Katherine Baldwin is a powerful mental health and wellbeing speaker, TEDx speaker, trauma-informed coach, relationships expert and author who gives audiences the motivation, the know-how and the tools to perform to their full potential while staying mentally, emotionally and physically well.
Finalist and ‘Highly Commended’ at The Speaker Awards 2024 for Positive Impact and with a global client list that includes Cisco, AVEVA and Sage, Katherine’s talks and workshops address pressing issues that are negatively impacting productivity and performance.
She speaks on how to manage stress and anxiety, avoid burnout, overcome addictions, beat imposter syndrome, build resilience, bounce back from adversity, promote inclusion and belonging, form healthy relationships and lead with vulnerability.
Leanne Spencer is an award-winning speaker and a leading voice on integrating wellbeing into high performance cultures. With over 13 years experience and more than 1,000 presentations delivered, she brings deep expertise to every stage
She began her career in sales and spent over 15 years working in the City of London before leaving in 2012 to set up an award-winning wellbeing company, after suffering from burnout.
Leanne uses stories gleaned from her previous experience working in the corporate world with insights derived from over ten years in the health and wellbeing world to create a powerful talk that is packed with value and actionable insights. Using her unique Cadence Approach™, Leanne will show your audience how to beat burnout and maintain great energy by asking the question ‘when are your Wimbledons?’
Sally Gunnell is an Olympic Athlete and 2022 marks her 30th anniversary of winning gold at the Barcelona 1992 Olympics, in 400m hurdles. Following her retirement from international athletics, Sally developed a new career as a television presenter and motivational speaker. She has written four books on fitness, health, self-fulfilment and well-being. One of her main keynotes centres around wellbeing –
Wellbeing and Performance — The Mind-Body Connection – True performance is built on a foundation of wellbeing. In this insightful and empowering session, Sally reveals how physical and mental health drive sustained success — and how to embed wellbeing into both personal habits and workplace culture. Perfect for teams and leaders looking to build resilience, reduce stress, and thrive in today’s fast-paced world.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding wellbeing as a key driver of performance
- Practical strategies to manage stress and build mental strength
- Fostering a healthy, supportive workplace culture
- Enhancing team resilience through shared wellbeing values
Andrew McNeill is a speaker that helps leaders and teams unlock their potential through self-leadership, enhanced collaboration and practical strategies for navigating complex workplace challenges. Drawing on his extensive background of leading teams under intense pressure and the stress that comes with it, Andrew brings and applies 20 years of senior leadership experience, most recently serving as a Regional Director in the Private Sector and Director in the UK Civil Service where he led multi-billion pound programmes.
Andrew is the author of Organisational Mindfulness: A How-to Guide (2019), a globally recognised book that has reached readers across four continents. Building on the principles within the book, he has developed a practical and accessible methodology that equips individuals and organisations with tools to strengthen self-awareness, increase personal agency and foster high-performing, resilient teams.
As co-founder of Lx Leaders, a leadership consultancy, Andrew partners with organisations to deliver tailored solutions that enhance performance, psychological safety and employee wellbeing. He is particularly known for enabling teams to collaborate more effectively, communicate with clarity and empathy, and manage conflict constructively. His approach provides leaders with a practical toolkit to reduce stress, prevent burnout and create environments where people can thrive.
Ruth Tongue is an expert and speaker in the world of nutrition, wellbeing and behavioural change.
Ruth Tongue is an entrepreneur and employee wellbeing specialist who supports her clients to live their optimal lives. Through her portfolio career as the Director of employee wellbeing specialists Elevate, expert Pilates trainer and nutrition consultant, Ruth offers a comprehensive approach to mental and physical health, using a holistic approach. Delivering bespoke presentations tailored to meet the needs of any audience, as a speaker, Ruth offers transformative advice for growth and sustained wellbeing in both personal and professional environments.
Founding Elevate in 2017, Ruth’s ambition as the director has been to lead the corporate wellbeing sector with regard to employee health, through consultancy. Backed by over 15 years as a freelance nutritionist, where she worked on a range of projects from a health specialist for Tesco to a featured media expert on the BBC and ITV, Ruth has spearheaded Elevate to success. Regarded for her unique approach, Ruth believes in combining science-led, evidence-based advice with personalised strategies to gain the greatest benefits for a business, focusing on three areas: move, nourish, and thrive.
If we can help with any enquiries for a speaker on wellbeing please contact us on enquiries@scampspeakers.co.uk.