Neil Shah

Neil Shah is an internationally recognised speaker on mental health and stress awareness, delivering impactful keynotes that bridge personal experience with practical strategies. As the founder of  The Stress Management Society, Neil has spent over 20 years helping individuals and organisations create healthier, more resilient environments. His engaging delivery and powerful personal narrative make him a standout speaker for mental health events, known for turning complex topics into accessible, solution-focused discussions that leave audiences informed and inspired.

Neil’s passion for mental health education stems from his own life-altering experiences. In his early career, Neil suffered a major business collapse that triggered a downward spiral affecting both his emotional well-being and personal life. Isolated and overwhelmed, he reached a crisis point that led to a suicide attempt. Having survived and rebuilt his life, Neil recognised a critical gap in how society understands and manages mental health, especially when it comes to stress. That experience now forms the emotional foundation of every talk he gives, allowing him to speak with empathy, authenticity, and purpose.

To address this gap, Neil established The Stress Management Society, which continues to help people around the world better understand stress and build the tools to manage it. As a speaker, Neil covers essential mental health topics such as anxiety, burnout, workplace stress, emotional resilience, and mental performance. His content is evidence-based and actionable, delivered in a style that’s both approachable and motivating. Whether addressing a corporate audience, school, healthcare team, or global summit, Neil ensures his message is relevant and deeply impactful.

In addition to his work with the Society, Neil is Chief Insights Officer at International Wellbeing Insights, where he advises companies on building mentally healthy teams and cultures. He has authored two bestselling books, ‘The 10-Step Stress Solution’ and ‘A Practical Guide to NLP’, and is a regular contributor to major media outlets including BBC, Sky News, The Telegraph, and The Huffington Post.

Neil Shah is more than a speaker; he is a changemaker in the mental health space. His blend of lived experience, professional insight, and genuine care for his audience makes him one of the most compelling mental health speakers available today.