August is National Wellness Month, and a vital opportunity for businesses to review, refresh, and reinforce their workplace wellness strategies.
Now more than ever, employee wellbeing isn’t just a perk: it’s a priority. Companies that invest in workplace culture and mental health see tangible benefits in productivity, retention, and employee satisfaction.
According to a major report by Workhuman and Gallup, organisations that champion employee wellness experience reduced burnout, stronger feelings of belonging, and more engaged teams. The data shows:
- 9 out of 10 employees consider wellness offerings when evaluating a potential employer.
- 79% of workers experience moderate to high levels of workplace stress.
- 1 in 4 employees feel unable to cope with the pressures of their job.
Research from Mental Health First Aid England underscores these findings, revealing that stress is a major contributor to absenteeism, with nearly 10% of UK adults taking time off due to mental health issues—and 45% of those absences lasting a month or longer.
How Expert Speakers Can Transform Your Workplace
Bringing in an experienced keynote speaker from the Motivational Speakers Agency is a powerful way to kickstart internal conversations around self-care, resilience, and workplace happiness. These speakers are more than entertainers, they are educators, motivators, and changemakers.
Jack Hayes, Founder and Director of the agency, explains:
“We have an unrivalled roster of motivational speakers who can inspire teams, raise awareness, and help shape a more supportive and productive workplace culture. With mental health-related sick leave at an all-time high, engaging a speaker isn’t just good for morale—it’s smart business.”
Top Mental Health and Wellness Speakers for 2025
Whether you’re planning a wellness week, leadership summit, or internal training session, these experts can deliver insight and impact:
- Daniel Fryer – Cognitive behavioural therapist & author
- Ross Edgley – World-record-holding adventurer & nutrition expert
- Frank Bruno – Boxing legend & mental health advocate
- Luciana Berger – Chair, Maternal Mental Health Alliance
- Ollie Ollerton – Former SBS operative & TV presenter
- Brené Brown – TED speaker & emotional intelligence expert
- Dame Kelly Holmes – Double Olympic gold medallist
- Nigel Owens – Rugby referee & diversity champion
- Ruby Wax – Comedian turned mental health advocate
- Dr Christian Jessen – TV doctor & wellness campaigner
- Martine Wright – Paralympian & 7/7 bombing survivor
- Jonny Benjamin – Mental health campaigner & author
- Katie Piper – Inspirational speaker & survivor
- Jeff Brazier – Grief expert & TV personality
- Gareth Thomas – Rugby icon & LGBT+ advocate
