Keynote Speaker Ben West is one of the UK’s leading voices in mental health advocacy, suicide prevention, and workplace well-being. As an award-winning campaigner, best-selling author, and trusted advisor to corporate leaders, Ben transforms the way organizations approach mental health.
Having lost his brother Sam to suicide when he was just 17, Ben has committed his life and work towards raising mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Now only 23, he is already a regular reporter for BBC One’s Morning Live and Sunday Morning Live, most recently fronting a 3 part series for Morning Live for Mental Health Awareness Week this May.
He has worked with Jameela Jamil on a series for Snapchat, and had a huge spread in Men’s Health in October last year, and his book ‘This Book Could Save Your Life – Breaking The Silence Around The Mental Health Emergency’ is a bestseller in its field.
Ben delivers keynotes on a wide range of topics, weaving in his own powerful personal story, covering imposter syndrome and burnout as well as how to spot the signs and support your team and colleagues. He is also a qualified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and often delivers courses & workshops for companies wanting to build their own Mental Health First Aider teams.
Having driven nationwide policy change and worked with brands to develop mental health strategies, Ben delivers compelling keynotes that inspire action. His expertise helps organizations build resilience, foster open conversations, and create mentally healthy workplaces.
Book Ben West for your event to equip your team with practical tools, insights, and strategies to improve well-being and performance. His keynotes challenge stigma, encourage leadership accountability, and provide actionable solutions for lasting change.