Keynote SpeakersCarole Spiers MBE is a highly sought-after motivational keynote speaker, delivering impactful presentations across the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.
She inspires global audiences with powerful insights on stress management, resilience, and workplace culture, equipping leaders with practical strategies to foster mentally healthy and thriving workplaces.
Pioneer in Stress Awareness & Workplace Wellbeing
Carole is the founder of International Stress Awareness Week and Chair of a leading mental health charity, driving global efforts to reduce stigma around stress and mental health. A Fellow and Past President of the Professional Speaking Association (London), she is a recognised authority on workplace wellbeing and corporate resilience.
CEO, Author & Trusted Media Voice
As CEO of a global Stress Management and Employee Wellbeing consultancy, Carole advises organisations on building healthier, more resilient workplaces. She is the author of Show Stress Who’s Boss! and Tolley’s Managing Stress in the Workplace, commissioned by LexisNexis.
The King awarded Carole an MBE in the 2025 Birthday Honours list for her contribution to Stress Management and Mental Health.
A regular BBC broadcaster and trusted media commentator, Carole is a leading voice on workplace stress, resilience, and employee wellbeing. She has also served as an Expert Witness in UK courts, reinforcing her authority in the field.
Carole Spiers Speaking Topics
Show Stress Who’s Boss!
In today’s fast-changing and uncertain world, managing workplace stress is essential for both employee well-being and business success. In this keynote, you will hear how stress impacts productivity, increases absenteeism, and can be costly if not addressed. A proactive, top-down approach helps build a resilient and healthy workplace culture, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Thriving Under New Pressures in the Modern Workplace
Stress is part of life, but today’s pressures are unmatched. In this keynote, explore how new stressors—beyond common workplace challenges like workloads and poor management—are reshaping our world. Technology blurs work-life boundaries, AI sparks job uncertainty, and generational shifts add complexity. Remote work alters connection, while older workers face a changing job market.
Good Leaders Talk but Great Leaders Listen
Leadership goes beyond giving instructions—it’s about understanding and connecting with your team. In this keynote, explore how leaders can transform their approach by embracing active listening. Learn how attentive listening fosters a culture of engagement, support, and productivity, while building a healthy workplace culture where teams thrive.
