Champion Mental Wellness: Turning Awareness Into Action

Champion mental wellness in your organization. With Mental Health Awareness Month (May) right around the corner, book a dynamic keynote speaker who can transform awareness into action with powerful insights, inspiring stories, and real-world strategies. Let’s start the conversation that leads to lasting change.

Jesse Israel

5X Audible Worldwide Bestseller; Founder of The Big Quiet Movement; Human Performance & Wellbeing Expert

Formerly a record label and tech fund founder who signed multi-platinum bands and oversaw an industry-leading music tech investment fund, Jesse is now one of the world's leading voices in mindful leadership. From leading some of the largest meditations on earth to coaching senior White House advisors and Grammy Award Winning actors, Jesse blends his entrepreneurial experience with his expertise in wellbeing to help millions cultivate calm, clarity, and resilience in the face of life’s demands.

Lauren Sisler

Emmy Winning ESPN Sportscaster; Addiction Prevention & Mental Health Advocate

Lauren's story is a powerful reminder that resilience can rise from even the darkest moments. After losing both parents to addiction within hours of each other, she turned her pain into purpose—becoming a fierce advocate for mental health awareness and substance abuse prevention. With raw authenticity and heartfelt storytelling, Lauren helps audiences navigate difficult conversations, break the stigma, and build a culture of support and understanding.

Justin Wren

Humanitarian; UFC Fighter; Nonprofit Founder; Mental Health Advocate; Author

Justin is more than a champion in the cage—he’s a champion for mental health and human connection. A masterful storyteller, he is authentic, vulnerable, relatable and raw. After battling depression, addiction, and attempted suicide, Justin found a renewed sense of purpose through service, dedicating his life to helping marginalized communities around the world. His powerful keynote is a vivid, multimedia journey deep into the African Rainforest that inspires audiences to make one drop of difference in the life of another person, today.

Tara Conner

Former Miss USA; TV Host; TedX Speaker; Recovery Advocate

Tara knows firsthand the power of second chances. After making headlines when she tested positive for cocaine during her reign as Miss USA, she faced the stigma head on as someone recovering from a substance use disorder and mental health challenges. Tara decided to turn her mess into her mission by sharing her experience, strength, and hope to audiences around the globe.

Ryan Campbell

Youngest Solo Pilot to Circumnavigate the Globe; One of Australia's 50 Great Explorers; Plane Crash Survivor

Ryan will leave your team more engaged and inspired than ever. As the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world, he reached incredible heights—until a plane crash left him paralyzed. But his true transformation began with a 1960 Pink Cadillac that changed everything. In his interactive keynote, Ryan shares his journey from record-breaking highs to unimaginable lows—unveiling a powerful framework to combat burnout, drive engagement, and fuel mental well-being.

Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D.

Acclaimed Clinical Psychologist & Coach; Author of Get Out of The Red Zone; Positive Psychology Expert

Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo equips organizations with the mindset and strategies to turn stress into success, empowering leaders and teams to thrive under pressure. By redefining how we approach challenges—what she calls The Red Zone—she helps businesses unlock peak performance, resilience, and a culture of excellence. Blending cutting-edge research with practical strategies, Dr. Lombardo provides a powerful roadmap for thriving in both work and life.

Kevin Hines

Survivor, Storyteller, and Filmmaker

Kevin is living proof that even in our darkest moments, hope is possible. At 19, he survived a jump from the Golden Gate Bridge—one of only 36 people to do so—and has since dedicated his life to suicide prevention and mental health advocacy. His powerful, evidence-based story has saved countless lives, bridging the gap between those struggling and the loved ones who want to support them. Through raw honesty and an inspiring message of resilience, Kevin empowers audiences to prioritize mental well-being, break through the discrimination, and embrace life.

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