Signature Keynotes That Inspire Action, Build Resilience & Strengthen Workplace Culture
Whether speaking to leadership teams, employee conferences, healthcare organizations, associations, government agencies, or nonprofit audiences, Brett Francis delivers presentations that combine powerful storytelling, practical strategies, and real-world experience.
Organizations book Brett to help audiences navigate adversity, strengthen resilience, improve mental health, build inclusive cultures, and lead through change.
Mental Health Without the Clichés
Practical Strategies for Modern Workplaces
Mental health conversations have never been more important—but many organizations struggle to move beyond awareness and into action.
This keynote provides a refreshing and practical approach to workplace mental health, helping leaders and employees build sustainable habits that support well-being, resilience, engagement, and performance.
Audience Takeaways
✓ Reduce burnout and overwhelm
✓ Strengthen psychological safety
✓ Improve communication and connection
✓ Support mental health without sacrificing performance
✓ Create healthier workplace cultures
Perfect For
HR Conferences
Employee Wellness Events
Leadership Teams
Government
Healthcare Systems
Corporate Events
Still Standing
Building Resilience Through Adversity
Life rarely goes according to plan.
Through a powerful and deeply authentic story of overcoming ADHD, Tourette Syndrome, anxiety, chronic pain, multiple spine surgeries, and permanent disability, Brett shares what it truly means to keep moving forward when life changes unexpectedly.
This keynote inspires audiences to embrace change, strengthen resilience, and discover that setbacks do not define us—our response to them does.
Audience Takeaways
✓ Develop a resilient mindset during uncertainty
✓ Learn practical strategies for navigating adversity
✓ Increase confidence during change and transition
✓ Discover how challenges can become opportunities for growth
✓ Leave inspired and motivated to take action
Perfect For
Annual Conferences
Leadership Events
Employee Conferences
Fundraisers
Healthcare Organizations
Associations
Leading Through Change
The Human Side of Leadership
Change is inevitable.
How leaders respond determines whether teams struggle or thrive.
This keynote explores how leaders can build trust, communicate effectively, support their people, and create resilient cultures during times of uncertainty and change.
Audience Takeaways
✓ Improve communication during change
✓ Strengthen leadership resilience
✓ Build trust and engagement
✓ Increase team adaptability
✓ Lead with confidence through uncertainty
Perfect For
Leadership Conferences
Executive Teams
Management Development Programs
Corporate Retreats
Government Organizations
Invisible Disabilities & Workplace Inclusion
Building Truly Inclusive Workplaces
Many disabilities cannot be seen.
Drawing on her lived experience with disability, chronic pain, and workplace challenges, Brett helps organizations better understand accessibility, inclusion, belonging, and the power of creating environments where everyone can thrive.
This keynote challenges assumptions while providing practical tools leaders can implement immediately.
Audience Takeaways
✓ Increase disability awareness
✓ Improve accessibility and inclusion
✓ Strengthen employee belonging
✓ Better understand accommodation needs
✓ Build a culture of trust and support
Perfect For
DEI Events
Government Organizations
Healthcare Organizations
HR Teams
Educational Institutions
Corporate Conferences
Why Event Planners Book Brett
Best-Selling Author
Author of Not Broken®: How to Overcome Mental Health Challenges and Unlock Your Full Potential
Proven Speaker
Hundreds of presentations delivered across North America.
Powerful Storytelling
Authentic, engaging, and unforgettable presentations.
Practical Takeaways
Audiences leave with strategies they can implement immediately.
What Event Planners Are Saying
"Brett is one of the most engaging speakers we've ever had. I would encourage anyone and everyone to book Brett for any and all future events."
Sarah
CEO, Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work
"We had to turn people away because registration filled up so quickly."
Chelsea
Executive Director, NSILC
"We raised over $191,000 and had a record number of attendees."
Donna
Vice President, The Village
Ready To Inspire Your Audience?
Whether you're planning a corporate conference, leadership summit, employee event, mental health initiative, fundraiser, or annual meeting, Brett delivers presentations that audiences remember long after the event ends.