Ben Cohen MBE
Strengthen workplace culture with Ben Cohen MBE, Rugby World Cup champion and social impact leader. Ben shares lessons on inclusion, resilience, and leadership drawn from elite sport and advocacy. Founder of the StandUp Foundation with expertise trusted by Nike, Jaguar, and O2.
Northampton, United Kingdom
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Ben earned over 50 caps for England and remains the joint second-highest try scorer in the team's history. He played a central role in England's 2003 Rugby World Cup victory and represented the British and Irish Lions. He has appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins, and The Real Full Monty, whilst collaborating with brands including Nike, Jaguar, and O2.
Following his retirement from professional sport, Ben shifted his focus towards social impact and advocacy. He founded The Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation and works closely with charities including Orchid, BBC Children in Need, and Sports Relief. Diagnosed as clinically deaf himself, Ben supports initiatives promoting accessibility in sport for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Ben’s experience competing at the highest level of international sport, alongside his work challenging bullying and discrimination, gives him a grounded perspective on resilience, identity, and leadership under pressure. He draws on his personal journey to explore what it means to perform in demanding environments, and how cultures built on respect, equality, and empathy support both individual wellbeing and collective success. His work spans sport, education, business, and community settings.
Audiences gain insight into building stronger, more supportive teams, navigating adversity with honesty, and fostering inclusive environments where people feel valued and heard. Ben shares practical reflections on handling difficult conversations, managing pressure, and encouraging accountability, helping organisations create cultures that promote trust, resilience, and long-term engagement.
Book Ben Cohen to inspire your audience with real-world lessons on teamwork, resilience, and creating positive change through leadership and action.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
True diversity involves a business benefiting from having representation from a range of people with various racial, gender, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds along with various lifestyles, experience, and interests. Learn from the experience of our experts how you can create a culture and action plan to create an authentic diverse and inclusive business.
In "Taking Your Team to the Top: A PepTalk," your team will enjoy insights on effective team leadership and motivation. Learn the importance of fostering a positive team culture and utilising individual strengths to drive success. Attendees will learn practical strategies for enhancing team dynamics, boosting morale, and achieving collective goals, ultimately empowering them to lead their teams to new heights.
This session aims to shed light on the importance of mental health and break the silence surrounding it. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of mental health issues, learn strategies to empower themselves and others, and discover resources available for support. By attending this session, individuals will have the knowledge and tools to promote mental wellbeing, reduce stigma, and create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.
In this inspiring session, attendees will learn about the power of resilience and how it can help them overcome challenges and thrive in their personal and professional lives. Through real-life examples and practical strategies, they will gain valuable insights on building resilience, developing a growth mindset, and embracing change. By attending this session, individuals will be equipped with the tools and motivation to face adversity head-on, bounce back stronger, and confidently achieve their goals.
Looking for a custom keynote or workshop designed around your company’s goals and culture? The expert will create a tailored, interactive session that aligns with your objectives, values, and strategic priorities. From leadership and innovation to wellbeing and collaboration, each experience is built from the ground up to deliver measurable impact and lasting change.
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