- Performance psychologist for elite athletes and organisations
- Guided Andy Murray to Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold
- Author of FA Guide to Psychology in Football
Roberto Forzoni is a performance psychologist with over 30 years of experience helping elite athletes, business leaders and high-performing teams reach their potential. Known for his work with Olympians, Grand Slam champions, Premier League footballers and corporate executives, Roberto helps individuals and organisations unlock better performance through evidence-based psychological strategies.
Beginning his career as a football coach, he progressed to first-team coaching roles at clubs including Brentford, Brighton and Crystal Palace before transitioning into performance psychology. His academic background includes an MSc in Sport Sciences with Distinction, and he is a BASES-accredited psychologist trained in a range of therapeutic techniques including CBT, NLP and solution-focused approaches.
Roberto served as the National Psychology Manager for the Lawn Tennis Association, where he played a central role in creating the support team behind Andy Murray’s rise to three Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold. His work with athletes spans a wide range of sports, from boxing and judo to athletics and tennis. He has worked with eight Premier League football clubs, helped world champions prepare for pivotal moments, and contributed to success stories across the Olympic spectrum.
In addition to his sporting achievements, Roberto has brought his expertise to major global organisations including BBC Studios and Marubeni Corporation. His long-standing relationship with the BBC has seen him contribute psychological insight to TV and radio for over 25 years.
His approach combines practical experience with psychological science, offering audiences strategies to manage stress, boost motivation, and thrive under pressure. A member of the Inner Magic Circle with a Gold Star for excellence, he also brings a unique and engaging energy to his events—showing that performance, like magic, is often about mindset.
Book Roberto when you need more than inspiration—when your team requires actionable psychology that delivers measurable performance improvements.
Roberto's Showreel and Videos
Topics, Sessions and Talks
Roberto Forzoni explores the evidence-based path to peak performance, sharing his journey from struggle to success. He highlights how he transformed the “bad boy” of British judo into a world champion, alongside inspiring stories from a tennis star and a Premier League football team. Attendees will learn to challenge limiting beliefs, develop a growth mindset, and apply practical strategies to enhance performance, resilience, and overall life satisfaction.
The Laws Of Effective Teamwork
Roberto Forzoni delves into the core principles of effective teamwork, drawing insights from his work with elite athletes. He shares transformative stories, such as a football team increasing their success rate from 23% to 78%, and how Team Murray helped Andy Murray achieve the world number one ranking. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to enhance collaboration, boost performance, and improve well-being, ultimately driving productivity and resilience in their teams.
The Five Dysfunctions Of A Team
Roberto Forzoni introduces a compelling follow-up to "The Laws of Effective Teamwork". This session offers a practical framework for building high-performing teams, drawing from Roberto's experience with Premier League Teams and Team Murray. Attendees will explore core principles that impact team success, uncover obstacles to performance, and gain actionable insights to enhance collaboration. Participants will learn proven methods to improve productivity, well-being, and overall team effectiveness.
Why We Recommend Booking Roberto
Roberto Forzoni, the performance psychologist behind Andy Murray's Grand Slam success, transforms teams with evidence-based strategies that build resilience, enhance focus, and maintain excellence under pressure. Book Roberto today to equip your organization with actionable psychology tools that deliver measurable performance improvements in today's rapidly changing business landscape.
Roberto's incredible understanding of people, human nature and sport makes him the ultimate performance consultant. He knows what it takes to make people and teams excel and win.
He delivered a high-energy, interactive and thought-provoking workshop for us. The conversations it sparked were a real hit... people wanted it to go on longer.
His ability to captivate the audience from the very beginning was awe-inspiring. His words were a powerful blend of wisdom, humour, and genuine passion. Roberto's insights... were both enlightening and motivating. His energy on the stage was infectious, leaving everyone feeling empowered and ready to take on new challenges.
