Workplace Wellbeing Expert, Winner of Speaker of the Year at the Mainstage Awards & Bestselling Author of ‘Sustain’ & ‘Cadence‘
Leanne Spencer’s Biography:
Leanne Spencer is a three-time bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker and one of the UK’s leading experts on workplace wellbeing, sustainable high performance and the pace of work. Having delivered more than 1,000 presentations and accumulated over 13 years of experience in the corporate wellbeing and high-performance sectors, Leanne has become a trusted voice for organisations seeking to improve performance without compromising wellbeing. Her clients include major organisations such as Nestlé, the NHS, J.P. Morgan and Vax. Recognised for her engaging and evidence-based approach, she was named Speaker of the Year at the Mainstage Awards and continues to inspire audiences with practical strategies for achieving sustainable success.
Leanne began her career in business development and account management, holding commercial roles with organisations including Hummingbird, Pythagoras Communications, LexisNexis, OneSource Information Services, Alacra and SIX Telekurs. After more than a decade working in corporate environments, she founded Bodyshot Performance in 2012, a company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations improve wellbeing and performance. This transition marked the beginning of her career as a wellbeing entrepreneur, consultant and speaker. Since 2016, she has operated as a full-time keynote speaker, while also serving as a director of Kalm Futures Limited and Patron of Wellbeing for The Learning Together Trust.
As an author, Leanne has established herself as a leading authority in her field. She is the author of four bestselling books, including ‘Sustain’ and ‘Cadence‘, the latter receiving a Highly Commended recognition in the Short Business Book category at The Business Book Awards. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Metro, Financial Management magazine and The Sun. Most recently, she published her research report, The State of Workplace Wellbeing 2026, further strengthening her reputation as a thought leader in organisational wellbeing.
Beyond her speaking and writing, Leanne is passionate about creating healthier, more resilient workplaces. Her work focuses on helping leaders and teams build sustainable habits that support long-term performance, energy and wellbeing. Through mentoring, consultancy and keynote presentations, she empowers organisations to navigate increasing workplace pressures while maintaining high levels of engagement, productivity and resilience.
Why Hire Leanne Spencer?
Leanne Spencer is hired as a speaker for her unique ability to combine cutting-edge wellbeing research with practical, commercially relevant performance strategies. Drawing on extensive experience working with global organisations, she helps audiences understand how to sustain energy, improve resilience and thrive in demanding environments. Her presentations are highly engaging, evidence-based and packed with actionable insights that can be implemented immediately. Recognised with multiple speaking industry awards and accolades, Leanne consistently delivers impactful keynotes that leave audiences motivated, informed and equipped to achieve sustainable high performance in both their professional and personal lives.
Leanne Spencer’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Leanne Spencer’s remarkable career:
- 2026 – Published her latest research report, The State of Workplace Wellbeing 2026, providing fresh insight into organisational wellbeing trends.
- 2024 – Appointed Patron of Wellbeing for The Learning Together Trust, supporting wellbeing initiatives across the education sector.
- 2023 – Served as a mentor with One Million Mentors, helping to support and develop future talent.
- 2020 – Became Director of Kalm Futures Limited while continuing to expand her corporate wellbeing consultancy and speaking work.
- 2018 – Achieved accreditation as a speaker with Vistage UK, delivering keynote presentations to senior business leaders.
- 2017 – Began contributing as a writer for Thrive Global, sharing expertise on wellbeing, resilience and performance.
- 2016 – Established herself as a full-time keynote speaker focused on sustainable high performance and workplace wellbeing.
- 2012 – Founded Bodyshot Performance, creating a business dedicated to improving health, wellbeing and performance in organisations.
- 2008 – Joined Alacra as Account Director, building on a successful career in business information and client relationship management.
- 1998 – Progressed into a Business Development Manager role at Pythagoras Communications, marking the start of a successful commercial leadership career.
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Testimonials
“I highly recommend Leanne Spencer as a guest speaker for any event or conference. Her exceptional expertise, captivating speaking style, and storytelling make her a standout choice. Leanne’s Cadence approach provided valuable insights on maintaining balanced personal and professional wellbeing with easy to remember tips. Her ability to engage the audience and leave a lasting impression through her dynamic delivery and relatable stories is truly remarkable. It was a pleasure to have Leanne as a guest speaker, and I am confident she will continue to make a significant impact in her future speaking engagements.” – Senior Internal Communications Manager at Nestlé Purina
“It was great to collaborate with Leanne at our Summer event. Leanne is straightforward to work with, she ensured we had ample time pre-event to connect so she could understand the objectives of the day, and how they would relate to the keynote speech on the Cadence Approach. Our teams were positive, in that they could underpin our key business drivers with a great message around personal energy, high performance, and overall well-being. Leanne was super easy on the day, and we appreciated that she made time chat to with people informally over lunch. Thank you!” – HR Director at Vax Ltd
Speaking Topics
Leanne Spencer’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Cadence – address the pace of work without sacrificing performance
- Bond – strengthen connection and community for stress resilience
- Sustain – build resilience and protect personal sustainability
How Much Does Leanne Spencer Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Leanne Spencer?
Leanne Spencer’s speaking fees typically reflect her 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.