Welcome. I'm Katherine, an award-nominated mental health and wellbeing speaker, TEDx speaker, transformational coach and author on a mission to support people to achieve their full potential in life and work, while maintaining their mental, emotional and physical health and wellbeing.
Through my powerful talks and workshops, my intention is to:
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SPEAKER SHOWREEL
WATCH MY TEDX ON THRIVING
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"Katherine's talk was vulnerable, open, honest and very powerful" – Julie O'Brien, Chief of Staff, Outshift at Cisco
"Katherine possesses a rare ability to make complex mental health topics accessible and relatable, reminding us that we are never alone in our experiences. Her talk was a breath of fresh air, marked by profound authenticity, making her stand out as a speaker" – Tobias Wägli, Cisco "Katherine hit the mark and delivered valuable content, with a good mix of storytelling and theory" – Janice Hutton, Pavelka Wellbeing Programme Manager "Katherine is a natural coach and speaker and has a unique talent for connecting with her audience. Her ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner is truly remarkable" – Monica Acosta, Leader, Mentor & Coach, Cisco, Latin America |
The most successful organisations prioritise the mental, emotional and physical health of their employees, knowing that wellbeing is not only good for the individual, but is essential for effective teamwork, productivity and performance.
"The wellbeing of the individual is reason enough to act, but poor mental health can also have a debilitating impact on a person's performance and productivity," said World Health Organisation Direct General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on releasing the WHO's first ever set of guidelines on improving mental health in the workplace. If you are committed to creating an environment that supports individuals to flourish - to thrive, not just survive - I'd be delighted to speak with you. |
My motivational talks equip individuals, teams, leaders and organisations to:
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As a former international journalist for the global news agency Reuters, I am an accomplished storyteller with a powerful story to tell. My journey includes experience of and recovery from:
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In collaboration with Cisco
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"Katherine's talk was vulnerable, open, honest and very powerful" – Julie O'Brien, Chief of Staff, Outshift at Cisco
"I'd definitely recommend Katherine as a speaker. Her two sessions matched the briefs and intended outcomes. Katherine's open and honest sharing was an effective format for encouraging reflection and conversation among the attendees. She hit the mark and delivered valuable content, with a good mix of storytelling and theory" – Janice Hutton, Pavelka Wellbeing Programme Manager "Katherine’s message was very impactful, delivered beautifully and with supreme clarity. Katherine most definitely positively impacted many employees' thoughts and wellbeing" – Gordon Thomson, VP Service Provider EMEA, Cisco "Katherine spoke during a Mental Health Awareness session for Cisco Systems employees in the Middle East & Africa, in collaboration with Pavelka. It was very inspiring to hear her personal story and expertise. I'd strongly recommend inviting Katherine to spend time with your organisation and hearing more about her story and message" – Harold Overman, Manager Global Industry Partners, Cisco "Katherine is a true expert in her field. What sets Katherine apart is her ability to leverage inclusion and equity in her talks. She has a deep understanding of these topics and always expresses her passion in a way that inspires others to take action. Her presentations are insightful, thought-provoking, and engaging and she always encourages her audience to reflect and create actionable change for the future" – Monica Acosta, Leader, Mentor & Coach, Cisco, Latin America (talk delivered in Spanish) |
“Thank you, Katherine for sharing your story with us at the Valuation Office Agency on Time to Talk Day. I know it resonated with a lot of people in one way or another and made us stop and think, wherever we are on our wellbeing journey, which can be a different place every day. I know colleagues felt really safe to share personal stories they may not have done previously. So thank you for creating that environment” – Charlotte Corkish, Head of Operational Leadership Capability and Wellbeing at the Valuation Office Agency
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"Katherine is an inspiring speaker and her webinar on 'Strengthening Confidence to Optimise Performance' was appreciated by all attendees. The talk blended Katherine's personal experience with her vast professional experience. If I had the opportunity, I'd take advantage of Katherine's motivational speaking services again" – Florentina Diacu, Bureau van Dijk
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"I think the talk was pitch-perfect in what it covered and how it was delivered, and I think the attendees really benefited from it ... I would wholeheartedly recommend Katherine as a speaker. She understood what we were trying to achieve with her presentation and was helpful and professional, and the actual talk was beautifully presented and of immense benefit to the audience" – Karen, Office Manager, Voucher Codes
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"Katherine was very personable and very easy to listen to and her talk was informative and relatable. The brief was met totally and the structure of the talk was good. Every time I thought of a question, it was answered. I think a lot of people may have recognised some of the signs in themselves and realised they were engaged in addictive behaviours" – Kate Adamczyk, Director of Marketing & Business Development, Electrical Industries Charity
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"Thank you, Katherine. It was such a courageous story and yet inspirational for others (including myself) on how to spot the warning signs and how to look after yourself before you become burnt out. Your words were very wise and soothing" – Tracy Nicholson, Regional Valuation Lead at Valuation Office Agency
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“I was delighted to have Katherine join as a guest speaker for the ‘Dorset Leaders Wellbeing Summit’ in association with Light On and Dorset Mind. Katherine is authentic, inspiring and speaks from the heart. She gave an engaging session on how we can all aim for ‘Full potential with wellbeing’” – Laura Taylor, Founder of Collaborative
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"I met Katherine at The Inspire’d Stage in London, where she delivered a talk that was refreshingly real and from the soul. In a world where hiding our feelings and looking for quick fixes on the outside seems to be the advice du jour, Katherine is a breath of fresh air" – Lidija Markovic Rosati, International NLP Trainer and Master Coach and creator of Momentum Coaching Method
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I speak with vulnerability, authenticity and passion and draw on my personal experience as well as my professional expertise to craft powerful talks.
During a 15-year career in international journalism, I reported for Bloomberg and Reuters as a foreign correspondent based in Mexico and Brazil and then as a political correspondent based in the UK Houses of Parliament. I travelled the world with former Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, visited Downing Street and the White House and reported on tsunamis, earthquakes and terrorist attacks. |
I speak on the following topics:
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I combine excellent communication and presentation skills, honed over 20+ years in high-level journalism across print and broadcast media, with vulnerability and authenticity to produce a powerful mix. I am professional and adaptable and do my utmost to plan and prepare a pitch-perfect talk for your audience. I am available for briefing sessions as well as follow-up calls.
In addition to keynotes for corporates, I host engaging workshops on topics including wellbeing, mental health, eating disorders, anxiety, stress and healthy relationships. I also speak to school-age and college-age children and young people. Click here for information about my talks for schools. |