Founder Of SKLifeCoachUK, Leading Mental Health & UK Safety Speaker & Transformational Safety Culture Specialist
Steven Kirby’s Biography:
Steven Kirby is recognised across the UK as a leading voice in safety, mental wellbeing and culture transformation. Following a life-changing accident, Steven’s outlook on risk, resilience and human behaviour was fundamentally changed. He decided to dedicate himself to helping others prevent similar experiences and to creating healthier, safer workplaces. He is the founder of SKLifeCoachUK, a trusted national provider of keynote speaking, post-incident support and leadership development. Blending lived experience with trauma-informed coaching and compelling storytelling, Steven delivers keynote presentations that challenge complacency, transform mindsets and provide practical strategies that help people stay safe, stay well and stay connected. His authentic approach and ability to connect with audiences make him a highly sought-after keynote speaker for organisations looking to create lasting cultural change.
After his life-changing accident, Steven channelled his experience into developing the expertise needed to support individuals, teams and organisations through adversity. Building SKLifeCoachUK from the ground up, he established a reputation for delivering impactful keynote presentations alongside post-incident support, leadership coaching and organisational development. His work spans the construction, manufacturing, utilities, education and corporate sectors, where he partners with organisations committed to moving beyond compliance and creating cultures in which people feel valued, supported and psychologically safe. Throughout his career, Steven has remained focused on translating personal experience into practical action, equipping leaders and employees with the confidence and tools to improve safety, wellbeing and resilience.
Steven’s work has earned recognition because of its unique combination of lived experience, professional coaching and practical application. Rather than relying solely on theory, he delivers powerful presentations grounded in real-world challenges that resonate with audiences at every level of an organisation. His keynote sessions encourage honest conversations about safety, mental wellbeing and personal responsibility while helping teams rebuild confidence after difficult incidents. Widely respected for his engaging and emotionally resonant speaking style, Steven is regularly invited to work with organisations seeking to strengthen leadership, improve communication and foster environments where psychological safety becomes part of everyday culture.
Why Hire Steven Kirby?
As the founder of SKLifeCoachUK, Steven continues to shape conversations around workplace safety, wellbeing and culture through his leadership, coaching and keynote speaking. His expertise extends beyond inspiring audiences by providing organisations with practical frameworks that can be implemented long after his presentation has ended. Combining credibility, compassion and actionable insight, Steven empowers leaders to navigate difficult conversations, support their people and build resilient teams. His ability to inspire meaningful behavioural change, together with his direct, authentic and memorable delivery, makes him an outstanding choice as a keynote speaker for organisations committed to creating safer, healthier and more connected workplaces.
Steven Kirby’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Steven Kirby’s remarkable career:
- 2026 – Speaker for Anglian Water’s One Alliance Event, where Steven delivered a keynote on safety, wellbeing and culture transformation to industry professionals
- 2026 – Featured by ‘Zenith Journal’, recognising his expertise and growing influence in workplace safety, resilience and leadership
- 2026 – Featured on the ‘Built 4 Us Podcast’, where he shared insights into psychological safety, leadership and creating positive workplace cultures
- 2025 – Began writing blogs for SKLifeCoachUK, providing practical guidance on safety, mental wellbeing, resilience and organisational culture
- 2019 – Founded SKLifeCoachUK Ltd, establishing a business dedicated to keynote speaking, leadership development and helping organisations build safer and more psychologically safe workplaces
Videos
Steven Kirby’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“We had Steve attend our annual ‘Back To Work’ presentations where we listened to him talk to us about his workplace accident, the impact it had on him and those close to him, and the valuable work he does to help others. This was one of the best, most relatable, and relevant speeches I’ve ever heard during my time working in HSE and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough. The feedback from our workforce, both blue and white collar, and from our client has been brilliant. All found Steve very honest, personable, and relatable. They felt like it was a work colleague talking to them, this is not something that is easy to do. Many thanks, Steve and we look forward to working with you again in the future 10/10 from us!” – Kevin, HSE Manager, One Aim
“I highly recommend Steve. He has shared his story with over 500 men on two of our sites, creating a powerful impact by bringing mental health & behavioural safety to the forefront of people’s minds. Through his openness, he reinforces the important message that it’s okay to reach out and talk when you need support.” – Mark, Labour Manager, Tunnel Craft
“Steve has supported the project since the start of 2021 on a monthly basis by sharing his story to our staff and delivery teams onsite. A great person to have on your project to support your project teams and staff! Thanks for your continued support!” – Pritesh, Costain Group PLC, Head of Engineering
“Steven was very engaging and the operatives on site were fully engrossed with his talk. Talking openly about his own struggles with his mental health really resonated with the teams with some of them making contact and thanking Steven for helping them open up about their own issues. We are now in a position to help those individuals seek the attention they require which is great. Steven is passionate about his work and this comes across in his talk which is open and honest.” – Mark, ISG PLC
“Highly recommend Steve and his story to any organisation that is looking to promote behavioural safety and are looking to positively change some of the mindsets of people that may use the term “it’ll be alright’ too often whilst working around significant hazards. A gripping session and well worth the time that we took out of the working day to receive Steve’s story. A pleasure to meet and work with Steve who is so relatable to the teams in our industry.” – Gavin, Public Sewer Services, HSEQ Manager
Speaking Topics
Steven Kirby’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The Psychology of Safety: Understanding Why People Take Risks
- Mental Wellbeing in High‑Pressure Environments
- Post‑Incident Support: What People Need After the Worst Day of Their Lives
- Transforming Safety Culture: Moving From Box‑Ticking to Human-Centred Leadership
- Resilience and Recovery After Trauma
- Leading with Empathy: The New Standard for Modern Leadership
How Much Does Steven Kirby Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Steven Kirby?
Steven Kirby’s speaking fees typically reflect their exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.
