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Explore expert speakers on men’s mental health, finance, leadership, and wellbeing to inspire lasting workplace change this International Men’s Day.
International Men’s Day is much more than a date that comes around every 364 days. It’s a chance for organisations to tackle topics that matter to men and the workplace as a whole — from mental health and suicide prevention to financial wellbeing, resilience, and leadership. Choosing the right speaker can help you spark conversations that last long after the event.
Suicide prevention in the workplace involves creating safe spaces, encouraging peer support, and ensuring employees know how and where to access help. Speakers bring this to life with practical strategies and lived experience.
Men are statistically less likely to seek mental health support, which makes workplace conversations vital. Expert speakers on men’s mental health, anxiety, loneliness, and suicide prevention can break down stigma and encourage teams to talk openly.
Charlie Hoare — Positive psychologist, entrepreneur, and author of Man Down. Charlie blends academic knowledge with lived experience of depression and anxiety, helping audiences understand the value of vulnerability and self-care. He brings psychology into the workplace with practical strategies for tackling male mental health stigma.
Josh Connolly — One of the UK’s most prominent resilience coaches, regularly featured in the media. Josh draws on his personal journey to show how men can navigate stress, trauma, and addiction while still thriving at work. His sessions leave audiences with practical resilience frameworks they can apply daily.
Lee Chambers — Environmental psychologist and founder of Essentialise Workplace Wellbeing. Lee uses his personal health challenges and professional research to help companies create environments where men can speak openly about mental health and feel supported to perform at their best.
Michael Caulfield — A sport psychologist who has worked with Premier League footballers and elite athletes. Michael makes high-performance psychology relevant to everyday teams, focusing on stress, anxiety, and pressure in the workplace. His engaging style makes serious issues approachable and actionable.
Dr Alex George — TV doctor, author, and UK Youth Mental Health Ambassador. Dr Alex campaigns tirelessly for better mental health awareness, especially among young men, drawing on his NHS experience and personal loss to suicide. His talks combine medical expertise with heartfelt advocacy, making complex issues relatable and inspiring audiences to take action.
Max Dickins — Author of the bestselling Billy No Mates: How I Realised Men Have a Friendship Problem. Max is a thought leader on male loneliness, modern masculinity, and the “friendship recession.” His talks explore why men struggle to form close connections, how this impacts mental health, and what organisations can do to support stronger workplace relationships. With a background in broadcasting and comedy, and as host of the award-nominated The Inbetween Man podcast, Max delivers impactful sessions that combine research, personal insight, and humour to make serious issues engaging.
Financial worries are a major source of stress for men, affecting mental health and workplace performance. Men’s network or ERG days often include finance sessions to build confidence, resilience, and long-term planning skills.
Emmanuel Asuquo — Financial adviser and broadcaster who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Barclays’ youngest advisers. Emmanuel inspires men to take ownership of their finances with practical advice on debt reduction, wealth creation, and long-term planning. His motivational style connects especially well with younger professionals navigating economic uncertainty.
Martha Lawton — Podcaster and financial coach, Martha focuses on the psychological side of money. She explains how emotions drive financial decisions, giving men the tools to reduce financial anxiety, plan for retirement, and make confident investment choices. Her empathetic approach is grounded in two decades of experience.
Rotimi Merriman-Johnson — Known as “Mr MoneyJar,” Rotimi makes financial literacy accessible and engaging. His sessions are interactive, tackling budgeting, savings, and investment strategies with humour and clarity. Men leave his talks with practical tips they can put into practice immediately.
The term positive masculinity refers to expressions of manhood that emphasise empathy, respect, and collaboration rather than dominance or aggression. In a workplace context, it means creating cultures where men feel free to be authentic leaders without outdated stereotypes. The contrary, toxic masculinity means
Josh Roberts — Writer and broadcaster who openly shares his journey with anxiety. Josh challenges stereotypes around masculinity, showing how leaders can embrace vulnerability while still being effective and respected. His talks encourage teams to rethink what strong leadership really looks like.
Rob Hosking — Former police officer turned motivational speaker. Rob delivers real-world lessons from high-pressure environments, teaching resilience, adaptability, and the importance of healthy masculinity in leadership. His engaging delivery resonates with audiences across industries.
Justin “JC” Coghlan — Co-founder of Movember, the global men’s health campaign that has raised over $1 billion. JC speaks with authority about the power of movements to change perceptions, encouraging leaders to model empathy and collaboration as part of positive masculinity.
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Burnout is not only a productivity issue but also a men’s health crisis. Expert speakers can share proven approaches for recognising early warning signs and building sustainable resilience in high-pressure industries.
Ronan Harrington — Known for his science-backed approach to resilience, Ronan helps organisations create sustainable high-performance cultures. His keynotes equip men with strategies to prevent burnout, manage stress, and maintain wellbeing in demanding industries.
Rob Hosking — With experience on the policing frontline, Rob teaches practical stress-management techniques. He demonstrates how resilience and adaptability can be built into everyday leadership.
Dr Anna Machin — Anthropologist and author exploring the science of human connection. Anna’s talks explain how relationships and support networks protect against burnout, giving organisations fresh insight into workplace wellbeing.
Physical health is often overlooked in corporate wellbeing strategies, yet fitness, heart health, and nutrition play a vital role in overall resilience. Men’s health speakers bring fresh energy and relatable expertise to these conversations.
Adam Kay — Former junior doctor, bestselling author, and comedian who has transformed the way audiences think about health. His award-winning memoir This Is Going to Hurt revealed the pressures of working in the NHS while opening up important conversations about men’s health, burnout, and wellbeing. Adam’s unique style makes complex health issues accessible, combining humour with first-hand medical insight.
Dr Christian Jessen — A health campaigner best known for his TV work on Embarrassing Bodies and Supersize vs Superskinny. He specialises in men’s physical and sexual health, tackling sensitive topics such as testosterone, prostate cancer, and weight management. His myth-busting approach gives audiences practical tools to improve their own health and support colleagues in the workplace.
Tim Wotton — Living with cystic fibrosis into his fifties, Tim shares a powerful story of resilience, determination, and the importance of nutrition. His talks inspire audiences to see health not as a given but as something that can be managed and improved through mindset, self-discipline, and lifestyle choices. Tim’s energy motivates teams to take charge of their physical wellbeing.
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