Steve Carr is a hugely influential figure whose incredible story of resilience and transformation holds the ability to inspire anyone lucky enough to hear it. As an award-winning Mental Health, Workplace Wellbeing, and Suicide First Aid Trainer, Steve is dedicated to transforming mental health in the workplace. As a speaker, Steve focusses his keynotes on his personal story of growth and motivates audiences to create positive change within their personal and professional lives.
In his early career, Steve worked as a Business Development Manager for multiple large companies such as Unilever and Nestle. These roles provided Steve with corporate experience, making him a credible speaker at such events. After experiencing a significant turning point in his mental health, which left him homeless and battling with addiction, Steve decided to channel his experiences into a passion for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Steve’s dedication spans both professional and personal challenges, including walking 1,000 miles across the UK, participating in major cycling and running events in Europe to raise money for mental health, and earning a Pilot’s Licence to emphasise lifelong learning and growth.
Continuing to use his experiences for good, Steve Founded and is the Managing Director of Mindcanyon. The aim of this organisation is to help individuals and companies to improve their mental health and overall wellbeing. Steve also works in training roles, passing down his knowledge and experiences to new generations. These roles include Associate Tutor Suicide First Aid and Mental health First Aid Instructor. As a Qualified Counsellor and Coach, Steve continues to ensure no one suffers in silence, advocating for better understanding and education on mental health in and out of the workplace.
Throughout his keynote speeches, Steve provides engaging insights on practical mental health strategies and resilience building. He aims to help employees and companies to manage stress and thrive in high-pressure environments. Steve also offers comprehensive mental health and suicide first aid training to empower managers and teams with skills needed for effective support. To benefit yourself and your team with the advice and inspiration he has to offer, hire Steve Carr today!
How to hire Steve Carr
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Steve Carr 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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Steve Carr's official speaking topics are listed below:
From Trauma To Triumph: A Journey of Resilience, Recovery, and Revolutionising Mental Health Awareness:
In this powerful keynote, Steve shares his riveting journey from the depths of addiction, homelessness, and despair to becoming a leading voice in mental health and suicide prevention.
With raw honesty and compelling insights, he explores the impact of personal and societal challenges on mental wellbeing, the transformative power of understanding and education, and the critical role of resilience in navigating life's toughest moments.
Attendees will leave motivated to create positive change in mental health practices within their personal and professional lives and communities.
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Steve's delivery is exceptional, blending professional insights with genuine care. A must-have speaker for any organization." - Ruth, HR Manager, Great Western Railway
- 2023 - Mental Health First Aid, Mental Health Skills For Managers, MHFA England
- 2022 - Associate Trainer, National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education & Training CIC
- 2020 - Mental Health First Aid Instructor, Self Employed
- 2020 - Associate Trainer, Grassroots Suicide Prevention
- 2019 - IPS Service Manager, NHS
- 2018 - Associate Tutor Suicide First Aid, Suicide First Aid UK
- 2018 - Business Development Manager, Nestle
- 2015 - Founder & Managing Director, Mindcanyon
- 2013 - Business Development Manager, Philip Morris International
- 2008 - Business Development Manager, Unilever
- 2007 - Personal Trainer, David Lloyd Leisure
- 2005 - Business Development Manager, Yakult UK & Ireland