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In an age of global uncertainty, tech addiction and AI, Petra Velzeboer is the go-to expert on mental health, culture and resilience in the workplace.
A dynamic TEDx speaker, psychotherapist, and CEO of mental health consultancy PVL, she delivers engaging, no-nonsense insights that challenge outdated approaches to wellbeing in order to drive real cultural change. Petra provides practical strategies for elite performance, connection, psychological safety, and unlocking human potential in high-pressure environments.
Petra Velzeboer has first-hand experience of navigating uncertainty, having escaped a notorious cult and battled addiction before she rebuilt her life. She uses vulnerability, humour and hard-hitting truths to inspire teams and leaders worldwide and believes in shifting the focus away from superficial “bubble-bath wellbeing”. Only by moving the metrics of legacy away from status and money to that of influence, the impact of an individual’s relationship to those around them, be they friends or colleagues – does she believe that people can tackle burnout, digital addiction and AI anxiety.
Petra equips leaders with the skills to tackle these issues, both on an individual level and within the workforce as a whole, in order to create a thriving work culture. She gives practical advice on dealing with technostress, hybrid working and generational differences, as well as the increasing issues around AI. Petra speaks globally on the future of work, leadership, and resilience, offering compelling parallels between corporate cultures and cult dynamics – challenging audiences to rethink how they lead, connect, and adapt to change.
Author of Begin with You and Digital Wellbeing: Recharge Your Focus and Reboot Your Life, Petra has been featured in Newsweek, The Huffington Post, CEO World, and Harvard Business Review. Brands who have benefited from her keynotes include Deloitte, PWC, Warner Media, Channel 4, Rakuten, Novartis, Microsoft, KPMG, US Bank, Swift, Monzo, Amey and UNIBA partners.
Whether delivering a keynote, hosting a panel, or running a masterclass, she leaves audiences energised, empowered, and ready to take action.
In a world of constant digital distraction, managing technology and AI effectively is crucial to avoiding burnout and maintaining focus. Petra offers science-backed insights on how to manage digital overwhelm, boost focus and offer practical strategies to improve culture. This keynote empowers teams to navigate the digital landscape, recharge their focus, and enhance productivity while maintaining overall wellbeing.
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Great leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about creating a culture where people feel safe, motivated, and supported. Petra shares strategies to help leaders boost potential, model healthy behaviors, and inspire their teams to perform at their best.
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How to create a mentally healthy Culture
Mental health isn’t a luxury—it’s a business imperative. This keynote challenges traditional wellness programs and provides actionable solutions to integrate wellbeing into business strategy for long-term success.
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The modern workplace is full of pressures that can leave teams overwhelmed and burnt out. Petra provides actionable strategies to help leaders prevent burnout, set healthy boundaries, and foster growth. With practical tools to enhance resilience and unlock the full potential of individuals and teams, this keynote empowers organizations to navigate change while staying energized, engaged, and productive.
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In a world racing to adopt AI and emerging technologies, many leaders and teams are quietly overwhelmed. In this bold and timely keynote, Petra Velzeboer explores the psychological impact of rapid digital change and how to stay human in the process. With practical tools and powerful storytelling, she shows how to navigate techno-anxiety, build resilience, and lead confidently through uncertainty.
So many of us have unwittingly become slaves to our devices. Petra not only explains the problem of digital addiction but more importantly provides practical guidance on how to break free.
Petra captures the most important issues of our times, debunking myths and offering practical ways we can focus thereby boosting mental health.
