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Keynote SpeakerClare Kenny

Inspirational thought leader specialising in building mentally healthy workplaces, de-stigmatising addiction, neurodiversity and inclusion

After an impactful career leading the global wellbeing strategy at Burberry and holding senior leadership roles in consultancies across Europe and Asia, Clare Kenny has become a leading voice in leadership, culture, and wellbeing. She has helped organisations ranging from FTSE 100s to dynamic startups – including Warner Bros Discovery,... Read more

Biography

After an impactful career leading the global wellbeing strategy at Burberry and holding senior leadership roles in consultancies across Europe and Asia, Clare Kenny has become a leading voice in leadership, culture, and wellbeing. She has helped organisations ranging from FTSE 100s to dynamic startups – including Warner Bros Discovery, KPMG, the Ministry of Justice, Specsavers, Channel 4, and The Harry Potter Studios – foster healthier, more sustainable workplace cultures where people can truly thrive.

Recognised for her expertise in mental health and sustainable leadership, Clare blends cutting-edge research with lived experience and powerful, vulnerable storytelling. She draws on her own journey with ADHD, addiction, anxiety, and grief to challenge conventional thinking and inspire meaningful change. Through science- backed insights and real-life stories, Clare reshapes how we approach mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

Clare Kenny has delivered hundreds of thought-provoking keynotes, workshops, and masterclasses across diverse industries, captivating audiences with her engaging style and actionable insights.

Based in the UK, Clare speaks internationally, helping leaders build cultures where people feel supported, understood, and able to perform at their best.

“Clare delivered an excellent session and the topic really resonated with the audience. She was so authentic, honest and open - sharing her own challenges and how to approach them with a resilient mindset.” Wellbeing Lead, Fidelity International
“Clare delivered an excellent executive micro training for our top 300 senior leaders on how to disrupt the stress cycle. Clare smashed it! The session was brilliant, perfectly pitched, just what we were after.” Director, Global Wellbeing Lead, Avanade
“Clare delivered a great talk.  I left feeling lighter and more centred on how I approach mental health and managing people the best way that suits them.” Team lead, Harry Potter Studios
“33 years with KPMG and the best session I have ever joined!  This has been amazing, emotional but uplifting – I have learnt so much.” Attendee, KPMG
"Clare was great, and the delivery of the session was amazing. I was engaged throughout!" Attendee, Channel 4
“Clare delivered a fantastic talk; I came away with lot of food for thought and it was great to share ideas with people in this context. She was amazing, really great delivery!” Talent Acquisition Manager, Burberry
"Clare facilitated some fantastic 'Mental Health for Leaders' talks for our store managers across Europe. We've had such great feedback from the team and it was a wonderful addition to our wellbeing month!" Global People & Culture Specialist, AESOP
"Clare delivered a great thought-out talk based on our needs and really engaged the group to get involved and spark conversations. The workshop was well paced and balanced with the right amount of content.  We received great feedback following the multiple sessions that Clare delivered especially around people feeling inspired to take a more proactive approach to their mental health! Thanks Clare – you really hit the brief!" HR Coordinator, Eagle Eye
"Clare delivered a series of 6 wellbeing related workshops spanning a variety of topics which were so topical, useful and enlightening. Clare’s knowledge in these areas was evident along with her authenticity as she shared personal examples to help illustrate the content and encourage participants to share also. Clare was an engaging facilitator with excellent delivery of the sessions. Thank you Clare!" Director, Head of HR, KPMG Bermuda

Popular Talks by Clare Kenny

  • Neurodiversity at work: creating cultures where everyone can thrive

    Neurodiversity is a natural and valuable part of human difference. When workplaces embrace this diversity, they unlock new strengths in creativity, problem-solving and empathy. This talk explores how to build inclusive cultures where neurodivergent individuals (and everyone else) can truly thrive.

  • Rethinking ADHD: how leaders can create neuroinclusive workplaces

    Many women with ADHD go undiagnosed for decades -often until they burn out. This session shares personal experience and practical advice for building inclusive, supportive workplaces.

  • Anchored leadership: stability through the storm

    In uncertain times, people don’t need leaders with all the answers – they need leaders who are calm, grounded, and steady. This talk explores what it means to be an anchor in the chaos.

  • Why we numb, and what it’s doing to us

    Many of us cope with stress through overwork, distraction, or avoidance. This session explores the psychology of numbing – and how it impacts wellbeing, leadership, and culture.

  • Beyond the label: rethinking addiction in the workplace

    Addiction exists on a spectrum and affects far more people than we think — including high performers. This talk challenges stigma and offers tools for compassion and change.