"Roberto's incredible understanding of people, human nature, and sport makes him the ultimate performance consultant. He knows what it takes to make people and teams excel and win."
Roberto Forzoni is treasured as the former First-Team Coach at Crystal Palace, Brentford, and Brighton, and a distinguished BBC consultant. As an accredited Sports Psychologist with BASES, his specialist knowledge and experience spanning over 30 years are admired by audiences of all backgrounds and industries. Recognised for his mantra 'feel better, perform better', he provides guidance to world and Olympic champions across athletics, judo, and boxing. With his work with high-performance teams is recognised globally, making Roberto a must-see speaker. When looking to hire a transformative high-performance speaker to attend your next event, look no further than Roberto Forzoni.
Roberto's career has included coaching eight Premier League football teams, including West Ham, Southampton, and Charlton. He even supported West Ham United to achieve success in the FA Cup Final. Recognised for his exceptional expertise, Roberto was named National Psychology Manager for British Tennis at the Lawn Tennis Association, where he famously helped create 'Team Murray' during Andy Murray's rise to World No. 1 ranking. During this period, Roberto became the First-Team Coach at Crystal Palace and a Sports Psychologist with BASES, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists. He also authored the official FA Guide to Psychology in Football. Roberto has continued to implement positive change in the sporting sector ever since, regularly serving as an advisor to the BBC on performance and mindset topics.
Utilising his evidence-based psychological approach and science-backed strategies, Roberto has built up a long list of world-renowned successful clientele. Such clients include Derek Chisora, whom he prepared for a world title bout, Andy Murray, and Ashley Nelson. He helps organisations build stronger, more cohesive teams, develop leaders who thrive under pressure, and improve motivation, focus, and results. Roberto delivers his renowned keynotes and workshops including The Secret Sauce of Winning Teams, to build performance that lasts; Pressure to Power, to turn adversity into competitive advantage; Brain-Savvy Leadership, to reduce burnout and boost productivity; Optimising Mindset, to sharpen focus and unlock better results, and Thriving Through Change, to help teams stay grounded and agile during uncertainty.
Alongside his sports-focused career, Roberto has become one of the UK's leading psychological illusionists. As a Gold Star member of the Inner Magic Circle, he has performed for royalty and celebrities, shocking audiences around the world. A man of many talents, Roberto is also the host of Juice, a weekly soul music radio show on Solar Radio, demonstrating his natural communication that spans far beyond psychology. When looking to hire either an inspirational speaker or a psychological illusionist, Roberto is the perfect addition for a wide range of events.
A leading authority in his field, Roberto Forzoni is in high demand to attend speaking events internationally. Prized for his can-do attitude and ability to blend science, storytelling, and showmanship, Roberto finds a way to break the barriers to success. Delivering his practical, psychology-driven tools with humour and warmth, he brings a refreshing dose of humanity to every engagement. Roberto captivates audiences with his specialist knowledge and experience. When looking to empower audiences of all ages and backgrounds to achieve high performance in all areas of life, do not hesitate to hire Roberto today.
Roberto Forzoni's official speaking topics are listed below:
The Winning Mind
The science of how elite performers build a mind that wins under pressure - and how your people can too.
The 'bad boy' of British judo who became a world champion. A tennis player on the brink of quitting who rose to world No. 1. A Premier League team that turned a relegation season around. Across 40 years inside elite sport, Roberto has studied what separates those who perform when it matters from those who fold — and translates that science into tools an audience can use on Monday morning. Not motivation. Method.
What the audience leaves with:
- A reframe: how elite performers turn pressure into an advantage, not a threat
- A method: the evidence-based routine behind real confidence and resilience, not positive thinking
- A daily practice: the small, repeatable things champions do that everyone else skips
Inside Winning Teams
What 40 years inside elite sport and high-pressure business taught me about the patterns that separate winners from the rest.
Roberto has worked with athletes who have won Olympic gold, Grand Slam titles, and more than 15 medals between them at Olympic, World and European Championships - across tennis, athletics, judo and boxing. As National Psychology Manager at the LTA, he created Team Murray - the support team that helped take Sir Andy Murray to world No. 1 - and authored The FA Guide to Psychology in Football. The patterns that show up in every winning team are the same ones that move the dial in workplaces navigating change, distance, and noise.
What the audience leaves with:
- A new question: "What do I bring to this team?" - the shift that flipped a Premier League season
- A pattern language: Significance, Vision, Attitude, Standards - the markers found in every winning team
- A daily test: "Did I work as hard as I could today?" - the question elite performers ask
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Roberto's incredible understanding of people, human nature and sport makes him the ultimate performance consultant. He knows what it takes to make people and teams excel and win." - Sir Clive Woodward
“Roberto’s presentation at our leadership offsite went down a storm. He delivered a High energy, interactive and thought provoking workshop for us. The conversations it sparked were a real hit with the audience - and the consistent feedback we received was people wanted it to go on longer!” - Richard, Global NTT
"Roberto: A Catalyst for Inspiration. Roberto's talk at our recent event was nothing short of extraordinary. His ability to captivate the audience from the very beginning was awe-inspiring. His words were a powerful blend of wisdom, humour, and genuine passion. Roberto's insights into why we are like we are and why we think like we do were both enlightening and motivating. His anecdotes added a human touch to his message, making it relatable and inspiring. His energy on the stage was infectious, leaving everyone feeling empowered and ready to take on new challenges. We are incredibly grateful for Roberto's contribution to our event. His speech was a highlight for many attendees and will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact. We wholeheartedly recommend him as a speaker." - Matt, CEO, TT Investment House Limited
"Roberto delivered an engaging and hugely insightful session that fit wonderfully into the themes of our day, focussed around the Laws of Effective Teamwork. He has some amazing stories to tell to bring to life his insights and land his points from a life lived in professional sport. We were also lucky enough to experience some of his magic, adding a jaw-dropping shared experience for our team to remember for years to come. A highly recommended speaker with so much to offer! Don't hesitate to get in touch with him!" - Matt, Human Innovation and Performance Laing O'Rourke
- 2025 - Author of The Laws of Effective Teamwork
- 2021 - Launched the Inspiring Minds Podcast
- 2018 - Resident Mind-Reader at The Ned
- 2012 - Manager at the Tooting & Mitcham United Football Club
- 2012 - Performance Consultant at Norwich City Football Club
- 2011 - Performance Improvement Consultant at the League Managers Association
- 2008 - First Team Coach at Crystal Palace Football Club
- 2007 - National Performance Psychology Manager at LTA
- 2007 - Performance Coach at West Ham United FC
- 2005 - Sports Psychologist at the English Institute of Sport
- 2001 - Lecturer at Brunel University London
- 2001 - Mind-Reader & Magician for The Magic Circle
- 2001 - Psychology Consultant for BBC News
- 2001 - First Team Coach & Reserve Team Manager at Brentford Football Club
- 1997 - Academy Coach & Manager at Charlton Athletic Football Club
How to hire Roberto Forzoni
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Roberto Forzoni for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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