International Day of Disability
- Founder of MOSS (Moments of Sense and Style) and Leaven
- Delivered the TEDx Talk, "Creativity Heals: brain injury recovery"
- Speaker on the power of caregiving and navigating life's significant changes
Syreeta Challinger is the formidable founder of Leaven, a brand that ingeniously combines creativity and resilience to empower individuals to transform adversity into purpose.
Her journey took a dramatic turn in 2014 when her partner, Rob, faced a life-altering brain haemorrhage. Confronted with immense challenges, Syreeta boldly turned to creativity as a powerful tool for healing, ultimately leading her to create Leaven—a brand passionately dedicated to helping others harness their unwavering strength through change.
Leaven has quickly gained recognition, attracting partnerships with prestigious brands such as Burberry, Nike, Allbright, and Visa. Syreeta’s work has inspired countless individuals to harness their power in overcoming personal challenges, making her a sought-after speaker and advocate for resilience and forging a growth mindset.
Syreeta’s TEDx talk resonated with audiences, where she shared her story of creativity, setting her on a mission of hope. Her authenticity and lived experience make her an inspiring voice in the power of storytelling.
Syreeta is a beacon of hope that moves and motivates audiences with her unique blend of storytelling, creativity, and compassion. If you want to learn how to turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth, Syreeta’s journey offers a roadmap. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, and her work inspires others to find purpose and strength in their struggles.
Syreeta's Showreel and Videos
Topics, Sessions and Talks
Syreeta Challinger discusses the importance of remote work as a vital option for carers, highlighting that nearly 1 in 8 workers are unpaid carers, with over 600 leaving the workforce daily due to these responsibilities. She shares her personal journey of balancing creative work while caring for her partner, Rob, after his brain injury. Attendees will learn how flexible work arrangements can enhance retention and create inclusive policies that support carers, even in traditional corporate settings.
How To Bounce Back With Grit And Grace
Life's knockdowns are inevitable, but how you get back up truly defines you. Many of us find it difficult to recover with our confidence intact. By cultivating hope, determination, and self-compassion, you can bounce back stronger and more resiliently. Expect to walk away from this talk with Syreeta Challinger feeling empowered and graceful, ready to face future challenges head-on with a resilient mindset.
How Caregiving Shaped My Leadership
In her talk, Syreeta Challinger explores how her unexpected transition from a career professional to a caregiver during a crisis shaped her leadership abilities. She highlights the rapid skill acquisition and resilience developed through caregiving, translating these experiences into effective leadership techniques. Attendees will learn how empathy and patient advocacy can enhance client relationships and foster compassionate workplace cultures, drawing parallels between rehabilitation strategies and business transformation.
Embracing Uncertainty With Confidence
The unknown can be a scary place, filled with anxiety and self-doubt. Many of us struggle to navigate uncertainty without feeling overwhelmed. By learning to embrace the unknown, you can find confidence in your ability to adapt and thrive, no matter what comes your way. This talk with Syreeta Challinger will leave you feeling empowered and excited, ready to face the future with an open heart and a courageous spirit
Why Businesses Must Embrace Caregiving As Strength
In this session, Syreeta Challinger highlights the competitive advantage gained by companies that value caregiving experience. She discusses the untapped talent pool of skilled carers, the unique problem-solving abilities they bring, and how caring skills enhance customer relationships. Attendees will discover successful corporate case studies, a care competency framework for hiring, and how embracing caring values can future-proof their business.
Why We Recommend Booking Syreeta
Syreeta offers your team unique insights from her transformative journey, blending personal resilience with professional expertise. Her authentic narrative inspires empathy, fosters a culture of openness, and equips your team with strategies to navigate change, enhancing both personal growth and organizational adaptability.
Syreeta shared her heartfelt story and this did indeed touch many in the audience, but it was her living example of strength, intelligence, authenticity and fun which stole the show. She inspired by her example, showed how we may all respond to life's very challenging twists and turns with bravery and love. A shining light that you will only wish to have more of. She also participated in a panel discussion and walked the audience through a mindfulness practice – both of which added great value to an already rich offering.
E.Grigoriou
London School Of Economics & Philosophy
Inspirational and wildly resilient are the words that come to mind when I reflect on the talk delivered by Syreeta. As someone who works in the corporate wellness field, it isn't every day that I hear talks nor come across speakers that are relevant for the space, but Syreeta is different. Her story and life are ones that make you second guess our interactions, respect, compassion and empathy for others and is therefore so relevant for our everyday interactions in the workplace.
COPA 90 had the privilege of a Leaven ‘Power of the Pen’ session as part of our commitment to our team’s collective wellbeing. Syreeta’s story, the inspiration we drew and the unbridled fun we had over the 2 hours made it a perfect punctuation point in our days - it made us stop, dive into our creative sides and reflect. Much more though, it provoked laughter, reflection and has since stimulated different conversations between us across the business. It was a wonderful session, Syreeta is absolutely brilliant - a fiercely creative carer, entrepreneur and inspiration to us all and Leaven is a brand for our times.
