Elliott Rae

Elliott Rae is a leading voice in fatherhood, men’s mental health, and gender equality. As the Founder of MusicFootballFatherhood (MFF), dubbed the 'Dad’s version of Mumsnet' by the BBC, and creator of the Parenting Out Loud movement, Elliott has transformed how society views and supports working fathers. His influential work includes the BBC documentary Becoming Dad, which brought critical discussions on fatherhood and mental health to mainstream audiences. His keynote speeches are both motivational and thought-provoking, inspiring organisations to re-evaluate workplace culture around gender and parenting.

Elliott’s early career saw him rise through several senior roles in the UK Government, particularly in diversity and inclusion. He served as Head of Diversity & Inclusion Implementation at HM Treasury and Head of Project Race at Defra, where he led initiatives focused on improving representation and outcomes for BAME colleagues. Before this, Elliott spent time working in various departments, including the Department for Transport, managing staff engagement and culture change programmes. His professional journey reflects a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, which became the foundation of his later focus on fatherhood and masculinity.

Throughout his career, Elliott has earned numerous accolades for his work. In 2021, he published the critically acclaimed book 'DAD: Untold Stories of Fatherhood, Love, Mental Health and Masculinity', which became an Amazon Top 10 bestseller. His role as presenter of the BBC documentary Becoming Dad in 2022, one of the most-watched BBC documentaries of the year, further solidified his reputation as a thought leader on fatherhood and mental health. Additionally, Elliott received the prestigious #HeForShe Change-maker of the Year award from UN Women UK for his work on engaging men in gender equality. He is also the Co-Founder of the Working Dads Employer Awards, which celebrates employers supporting working fathers.

Elliott’s expertise makes him a sought-after keynote speaker on topics such as supporting working fathers, redefining masculinity, and engaging men in conversations about mental health. His powerful personal narrative, combined with his professional accomplishments, gives him a unique perspective on how to create inclusive environments that foster equality. Hiring Elliott Rae is an opportunity to influence meaningful cultural change in your organisation, engage men in important conversations, and improve the overall wellbeing of employees.