Keynote Speakers for Wellbeing and Engagement at Work

Employee wellbeing and engagement at work have moved from nice-to-have perks to business essentials. Organisations that genuinely invest in how their people feel, as well as how they perform, tend to see stronger motivation, better retention and a workplace culture that lasts. PepTalk's keynote speakers on wellbeing and engagement help you turn that intent into a tangible plan, with expert-led sessions that unlock your team's potential rather than just talking about it.

Keynote Speakers for Workplace Wellbeing

Tackling Burnout with Expertise

Burnout has become a workplace epidemic, but it's more than a trendy term for tired employees. It's a critical issue that affects the bottom line, leading to decreased productivity, increased errors, and a high staff turnover rate. The emotional toll on employees is equally concerning, resulting in job dissatisfaction and impacting wellbeing outside of the 9-to-5, a picture backed up by our own reporting on the true cost of burnout.

Selina Barker

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Practical energy-management frameworks that stop burnout before it starts

For nearly two decades, Selina has coached professionals at organisations including Google, Apple and UN Women, helping them move from exhaustion towards sustainable, values-led ways of working. She's the author of Burnt Out, creator of the Audible series The Career Change Coach, and uses frameworks like the Five Energy Zones to help people identify what drains their energy and what restores it.

In her sessions, Selina turns wellbeing from an abstract idea into a concrete plan: clarity on burnout triggers, a personal action plan for protecting energy, and decision-making tools that help teams thrive rather than just survive.

PepTalk Fact: Selina's book Burnt Out has been translated into multiple languages since its 2021 release 📖

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Sustaining High Performance Without Burning Out

Leanne Spencer

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Sustainable high performance, without burning your team out

Leanne has delivered more than 1,000 keynotes over 13 years, including a TEDx talk with over 134,000 views, and is the author of four bestselling books, including Cadence, a Business Book Awards finalist. Her annual State of Workplace Wellbeing Report draws on insights from over 1,750 organisations, giving her sessions a research backbone alongside stage presence.

Through her signature Cadence and BOND frameworks, Leanne helps teams manage energy rather than just time, building the rhythms that prevent burnout while keeping performance high.

PepTalk Fact: Leanne was named MainStage Speaker of the Year at The Speaker Awards in 2023 🏆

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Embracing a Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

Wellbeing in the workplace transcends the traditional concept of work-life balance. It encompasses the challenges of parenting and caring demands, the nuances of remote working, the battle against isolation, and the management of work-induced stress, a theme we explore further in our look at the most stressful industries to work in.

PepTalk's comprehensive approach includes a series on parenting and an annual global Wellness Festival in partnership with a multi-national organisation. These initiatives are designed to address the multifaceted nature of employee wellbeing, ensuring that every aspect of an employee's life is supported.

The result is a workforce that is engaged in its tasks and in its overall health and happiness, sparking meaningful dialogue between staff and leadership. For practical techniques your team can use straight away, our speakers often draw on approaches like those in 7 proven ways to reduce stress and anxiety instantly.

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Anna Reddy

Anna Reddy spent 18 years in pharmaceutical health science before founding Leap Health, and now works with organisations on burnout prevention and everyday wellbeing. Her READY Method covers rest, nutrition, activity, distraction management and self-awareness, built around small changes that hold rather than a one-off reset. She has worked with Mercedes-Benz, the NHS and the Chartered Insurance Institute.

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Keynote Speakers for Workplace Engagement

In the era of hybrid and remote work, employee engagement has become a complex puzzle. With dwindling attention spans and the distractions of home life, keeping employees focused and aligned with company objectives is an ongoing challenge.

Jennifer Moss

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Turning purpose and belonging into measurable engagement gains

An award-winning journalist and regular Harvard Business Review contributor, Jennifer is the author of The Burnout Epidemic, named among Thinkers50's best management books, and Why Are We Here?, which looks at how organisations can rebuild purpose across a multigenerational workforce.

Jennifer's sessions translate behavioural science into practical strategy, helping leaders bridge generational gaps, build belonging across five generations at work, and turn engagement from a buzzword into something measurable.

PepTalk Fact: Jennifer is widely recognised for connecting behavioural science research to workplace happiness and wellbeing policy 🌍

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PepTalk's roster also includes inspirational sporting superheroes who bring the discipline and mindset of elite competition into the room, adding a jolt of motivation alongside the strategy:

Paula Radcliffe MBE

One of Britain's most celebrated marathon runners and BBC Sports Personality of the Year, Paula brings the discipline and mindset of elite endurance sport into the workplace, helping teams find the motivation to push through their own long hauls.

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Jessica Ennis-Hill

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica draws on her own experience of high-pressure performance to help organisations build resilience and sustained engagement in their people, on stage and in workshops.

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These sessions fit around employees' existing work schedules, making engagement development a valuable and enjoyable part of the working week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between employee wellbeing and employee engagement?

Wellbeing covers how employees actually feel, physically, mentally and emotionally, while engagement is about how motivated and connected they feel to their work and their organisation's goals. The two are closely linked: teams that feel genuinely supported tend to be more engaged, and a well-designed keynote programme can address both in the same event.

How do I choose the right keynote speaker for a wellbeing and engagement event?

Start with the specific challenge you're trying to solve, whether that's burnout, disengagement, generational friction, or a need for a motivational lift, then match the speaker's expertise to it. A speaker who works from real research and lived experience, like the experts featured here, tends to land better than a generic motivational talk.

How much does it cost to book a wellbeing or engagement keynote speaker?

Fees vary widely depending on the speaker's profile, session format and whether the event is virtual or in-person. Get in touch with the PepTalk team with your budget and event details, and we'll recommend speakers that fit.

The Final Word

A PepTalk goes beyond the typical wellbeing programme. Our speakers act as a strategic partner in addressing the real challenges facing today's employers, from preventing burnout to promoting a balanced and engaged workforce. Booking a PepTalk wellbeing and engagement keynote speaker is an investment in the future of your company and the wellbeing of your team.

We have a wealth of expert storytellers and keynote speakers in our network. We can help ensure you and your team excel at wellbeing and engagement at work, so drop us an email to set up a free strategy call. Email us at hello@getapeptalk.com or send us a message via the chat. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US). Remember, it's always a good time to get a PepTalk!