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James Beck | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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James Beck

James Beck | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform workplace culture and enhance team connection through acts of service with James Beck, speaker, kindness-driven cultural transformation expert.
James Beck | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Happiness
Relationships
Empathy
Happiness
Relationships
James Beck
James Beck | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform workplace culture and enhance team connection through acts of service with James Beck, speaker, kindness-driven cultural transformation expert.
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James Beck Speaker Biography

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About James Beck

Transformative culture change expert
Undertook a "Pay-it-Forward" campaign in all 50 states
Founder of Give Beck consultancy
James Beck is a leading voice on kindness-driven cultural transformation and the neuroscience of service. His work challenges conventional notions of workplace wellbeing, showing how acts of service can shift mindsets, build stronger teams, and create a more fulfilled workforce.

James’ journey began with a personal decision to give away all his possessions and serve one person or family in every state across the United States. The year-long project became a powerful social experiment, rooted in the idea of paying it forward. As he travelled, he saw first-hand how kindness, when amplified, can not only support mental health and alleviate anxiety, but also foster connection, collaboration and personal growth.

The experience reshaped his life. Drawing on principles from neuroscience and psychology, James developed practical strategies that individuals and organisations can apply to create lasting cultural change. His work now focuses on the internal dynamics of organisations, showing that service doesn’t have to be outwardly charitable to be transformative. Small, intentional acts between colleagues can cultivate trust, boost performance and make the workplace more human.

James has worked with a wide range of audiences, including corporate teams, educators, military groups and youth organisations. He is also a Structural Integration Therapist and the founder of Give Beck, through which he delivers workshops and keynotes focused on kindness, gratitude and relationship-building.

His story has been featured on major media platforms and continues to resonate with those seeking purpose, resilience and deeper connection in their personal and professional lives.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for James Beck available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about James Beck's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting James directly.

What topics does James Beck specialise in?  

James Beck specialises in discussing transformative culture change, neuroscience, kindness and service and more.

What is James Beck's speaking style like?  

James delivers with passion and clarity, inspiring audiences to embrace kindness and service. His sessions are impactful, practical, and leave participants motivated to create positive change in their work and communities.

Does James Beck offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, James Beck offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Bring James Beck to your next event to discover how kindness-driven service and neuroscience can transform your team’s culture, boost wellbeing, and spark lasting collaboration. Book James today to inspire your organization with practical strategies that build trust and create a more connected, high-performing workplace.
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James Beck has revived me and inspired me to pay it forward. Everything James shared is what makes us all better - it was impactful and awesome! | Director, Gas Utility | |
James, you rocked it and inspired us all with your passion for service. Just having the opportunity to know you and share in the joy of serving others has been a blessing to my life. We received such wonderful feedback from our guests and your pay-it-forward journey was the perfect way to end our 2024 AAM! | | Middle Georgia State University (MGA) | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-3.webp
I personally found your story to be inspirational and I'm sure it will inspire our Intel employees to Pay It Forward to their peers, family, friends, foreigners and foes and the virtual sessions were well received by the attendees! | Business Operations Manager | Intel | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-3.webp
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Across all sessions, James absolutely delivered. His message on Service resonated deeply—clear, concise, and impactful. Not only did he connect with every audience, but he also left them with practical, actionable takeaways they could apply in their work, at home, and in their communities. We couldn’t have asked for a better speaker. | VP Professional Development | Premier Bank |
James Beck has revived me and inspired me to pay it forward. Everything James shared is what makes us all better - it was impactful and awesome! | Director, Gas Utility | |
Business Operations Manager
James showed me how massive the domino effects of kindness can be and how my actions can affect my soul and other people’s souls. This is how we make the world a better place. James changed how I connect with clients, partners, and staff in meetings. | Eddie Griffin, Owner | Brown Roofing |
James Beck has revived me and inspired me to pay it forward. Everything James shared is what makes us all better - it was impactful and awesome! | Director, Gas Utility | |
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