Brought up by strong female role-models, trailblazer Helen, always had self-belief and the desire to succeed. She decided upon a career as a pilot in the RAF, but she was rocked to the core when she failed the aptitude tests the first time. Dusting herself off she vowed not to let this setback deter her; passing them on the second attempt, only to be told by many that she wouldn’t make it as flying aircraft in the RAF was a ‘man’s job’. Determined to prove them wrong she joined the RAF and went on to fly fighter jets, serve for over 20 years and became the world’s first female Eurofighter Typhoon pilot.
Helen and Nicola 'Rosie' Steevenson were one of the few all female crews to fly together in the world. Working under intense pressure to perform at their best in a high-performing team, in a predominantly male environment, they forged a friendship that has stood the test of time. Together, Rosie and Helen went on to found ‘On A Mission’ to retell their extraordinary experiences of flying together from unique perspectives. They have spoken with a wide range of organisations, at all levels, bringing unforgettable lessons from the front-line simultaneously enthralling audiences whilst being easily relatable to business challenges.
Helen Seymour's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Working Under Extreme Pressure & The Tools to Operate Effectively
- The Importance of Training People Well
- Resilience
- Adapting to Change
- The Importance of Inclusivity
- The Fear of Failure
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
“Could not have wished for a better way to kick-off our offsite and help us explore how we can tackle the challenges we face with humility, professionalism and dedication to the mission. Thank you Helen and Rosie for sharing with the FXE team what is expected of those taking on one of the most demanding jobs…you inspired all of us!” - Laura, CFO, Funding Xchange
"I had the amazing opportunity to hear from Rosie and Helen and the incredible journey they have been on. What resonated most with the 300 people they spoke to (across multiple talks) was the relatability. Their resilience in the face or adversity, their relentless pursuit of excellence and their ability to train hard and fight easy. This has real and tangible transferable skills in to the modern corporate world. I would highly recommend Rosie and Helen to help your organisation unlock the potential in your leaders, and see a unique perspective, that is highly engaging, interactive, and authentic." - Kevin, Senior Manager at BFY
- 2025 - Level 3 Award in Effective Coaching from ILM
- 2024 - Co-founded On A Mission with Nicola 'Rosie' Steevenson
- 2024 - Training Consultant for Inzpire
- 2009 - Became World's First Female Eurofighter Typhoon Pilot
- 1999 - RAF Tornado & Typhoon Pilot
How to hire Helen Seymour
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