Dr Robbie Anderson is a highly respected performance psychologist and keynote speaker, specialising in high-stakes performance across sport and business. His most notable work is in Formula 1, where he currently serves as Head of Performance Psychology at Hintsa Performance, supporting drivers, engineers, and team leaders. He has also worked extensively with Olympic athletes, Premier League footballers, PGA Tour golfers, and senior teams within Team GB, England Rugby, and INEOS Grenadiers.
Robbie’s academic background includes a BSc in Sport & Exercise Science from Bangor University, an MSc in Psychology from Nottingham Trent University, a second MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University, and a PhD in Sport & Exercise Psychology from Liverpool John Moores University. His career began in care work, before moving into elite sport through his appointment with British Canoeing. He is also a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society.
In addition to his work in sport, Robbie has advised global hedge funds in London and New York, as well as the armed forces and emergency services. His expertise has been featured by CNN, BBC, The Times and The New York Times. Over a career spanning more than 15 years, he has delivered psychologically informed programmes to high performers across a range of sectors.
Robbie’s keynote talks combine academic rigour with real-world insight, and are trusted by leaders in sport, law, finance and beyond. His most requested topics include Performing Under Pressure, Leading Yourself and Others Under Pressure, and What Elite Teams Do Differently. His engaging style and deep understanding of human behaviour make him a sought-after speaker for organisations aiming to develop high-performance cultures.
Robbie Anderson's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Adaptability and Behavioural Change
- Creating High Performance in People, Teams and Cultures
- Emotional Intelligence for High-Stakes Leadership
- Embracing Change to Create Opportunity
- Leading Yourself and Others Under Pressure
- Leadership, Communication and Group Dynamics
- Mastering Mental Resilience
- Optimising the Performance of the Mind
- Performing Under Pressure
- Psychological Well-being and Resilience
- Staying Focused When the Stakes Are High
- The Psychology of Decision-Making
- Turning Stress into Action
- What Elite Teams Do Differently - Building Cultures That Perform
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Robbie Anderson recently joined the Rugby Football Union and the Pathway team as our National Performance Programme Psychologist. Over the last 5 months, he has excelled both as a member of the management team as well as within the Programme with individual players. He has had great impact in the time he has been engaged with us and I look forward to that growing over time."- Dean, Head of International Performance, Rugby Football Union
"We booked Robbie to present a keynote to 1100 forward-thinking estate agency professionals and he just blew everyone away. During his 20 minute session he managed to inspire and motivate the audience and he received some of the best feedback we’ve had in the 15 years we’ve been running this event. So much so that we’ve booked him for several workshops next year. Thank you!"- Danielle, Group Membership Manager, Property Academy
- 2025 – Appointed Head of Performance Psychology, Hintsa Performance, supporting Formula 1 professionals
- 2023 – Co-led performance programmes with INEOS Grenadiers and other elite teams
- 2021 – Featured in The New York Times, The Times, CNN, and BBC for expertise in performance psychology
- 2018 – Completed PhD in Sport & Exercise Psychology, Liverpool John Moores University
- 2016 – Appointed Psychologist for England Rugby
- 2015 – Joined GB Taekwondo and Worcester Warriors as team psychologist
- 2013 – Appointed Psychologist for British Canoeing
- 2012 – Completed MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology, Loughborough University
- 2011 – Completed MSc in Psychology, Nottingham Trent University
- 2009 – Earned BSc in Sport & Exercise Science, Bangor University
- 2007 – Began career in care at Venture Care Plus
How to hire Robbie Anderson
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