Motivational Keynote Speaker
Resilience · Endurance · AdventureMotivational Talks
Anna McNuff is an endurance adventurer, former Great Britain athlete and one of the UK’s most loved female motivational speakers. Her high energy, uplifting keynotes get audiences smiling, fired up and ready to take on the world.
Drawing on more than 20,000 miles of human-powered adventure, from running 2,352 miles barefoot across Britain to cycling 5,500 miles through the Andes, Anna shares honest, funny and heart-warming stories about resilience, courage and connection.
Anna speaks in person across the UK and internationally, including the USA and Europe, and delivers virtual keynotes. Watch the video to see her in action, or email speaking@annamcnuff.com to check her availability.
Keynote talks on resilience, endurance and self-belief
Life lessons from the road, told with raw honesty, humour and passion. Topics include:
- Resilience, determination and perseverance
- Coping with change and uncertainty
- Confidence and self-belief
- Overcoming fear of failure
- Growth mindset and the courage to begin
- Imposter syndrome
- Managing energy and wellbeing under pressure
Format: conference keynotes, after-dinner talks, and repeat sessions for leadership and development programmes. In person in the UK and internationally, or virtual.
Style: relaxed, fun, upbeat and interactive. Adventure storytelling with a light touch of psychological theory, and powerful questions for the audience throughout.
For conferences & corporate events
Why organisers book Anna
The modern workplace is tough. Change comes thick and fast, restructures are common, teams get smaller and workloads grow. Graduates, managers and leaders are all expected to feel empowered and capable, even when the ground is shifting beneath their feet.
Anna’s talks are life lessons from the road, with a theatrical twist. From sitting on an international start line in Great Britain colours, to being alone and injured deep in the New Zealand bush, she shows how even the hardest days come down to mindset. Every talk helps your audience to:
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Realise that our capabilities are limited only by the mental limits we set for ourselves.
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Let go of the fear of failing, and find the courage to simply begin.
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See their choices through a fresh lens, and weigh the safe, comfortable route against bigger risks with bigger rewards.
The impact of Anna’s talks
For individuals
More confidence and creativity, and less anxiety about failure.
For your team
An innovative, dynamic culture where people aren’t afraid to take risks and are motivated to embrace change.
“Anna’s inspiring stories made the audience think differently about their own personal and professional challenges – something very well suited to the current challenges and opportunities facing our industry.”Škoda
Recent Clients Include
What event organisers say
“Anna’s energy is infectious! We’ve booked her over ten times to speak as part of our learning and development programme and she is consistently one of our highest rated speakers.”
“I laughed, I cried, and I left ready to take on the world.”
“Without a doubt, the most energetic speaker we have ever booked! Thank you for helping our team to find the courage to face challenges head on.”
“The team found Anna’s virtual talk so inspiring! The feedback from those who were in the ‘room’ was immediate, and overwhelmingly positive.”
“Hugely engaging and entertaining with plenty of food for thought for all of us watching.”
“A masterclass in storytelling.”
“Anna’s ability to instil a sense of self-belief in those watching her speak is second to none. Honest, relatable and wonderfully down to earth.”
“Amazing! Record numbers attending, incredible interactivity and just so inspiring.”
“We’ve booked Anna to speak in person and also virtually as part of our ‘Being the best boss’ leadership programme. The staff love her!”
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Who is Anna McNuff?
Anna McNuff is a British endurance adventurer, bestselling author, motivational speaker and TEDx speaker. A former Great Britain rower who won medals at World and European Championships, she has run and cycled more than 20,000 miles around the world. The Guardian named her one of the most inspiring modern female adventurers, and Condé Nast Traveller listed her among the 50 most influential travellers in the world.
What does Anna McNuff speak about?
Anna's keynotes focus on resilience, determination and perseverance; coping with change and uncertainty; confidence and self-belief; overcoming fear of failure and imposter syndrome; growth mindset; and managing energy under pressure. Every talk is built around true stories from her endurance adventures, including running 2,352 miles barefoot from Shetland to London and cycling 5,500 miles through the Andes.
Does Anna speak internationally and virtually?
Yes. Anna speaks in person across the UK and internationally, with past events in Switzerland, New Zealand and North America, and travels for keynotes in the USA and Europe. She also delivers virtual keynotes for global and hybrid teams.
Can Anna tailor her talk to our event?
Yes. Every keynote is shaped around your audience, your conference theme and what you want people to leave with, whether that's leading through change, building resilience or celebrating International Women's Day.
What kind of events does Anna speak at?
Conferences, sales kick-offs, leadership and development programmes, team away days, women's networking events, awards and after-dinner events. Clients include Unilever, Deloitte, Mars, GSK, Procter & Gamble, Amazon, Sky and Mastercard.
Will Anna stay on after her talk?
Yes. Anna is happy to take questions, and often stays on afterwards to chat with the audience.
How do I book Anna McNuff to speak?
Email speaking@annamcnuff.com with your event date, location, audience size and whether it's in person or virtual, and we'll come back to you with Anna's availability.
GET IN TOUCH
Tell us about your event and we’ll come back to you with Anna’s availability.
Say hello at speaking@annamcnuff.com
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