Andrew Jenkins
Andrew Jenkins delivers unforgettable keynotes on resilience, courage and mental wellbeing, grounded in lived experience and told with honesty and impact.
Why you should book Andrew Jenkins for your next event
- Andrew shares a rare, lived perspective on resilience, trauma and recovery, helping audiences reframe pressure, adversity and self-doubt with clarity and courage.
- His keynote blends emotional intelligence, humour and honesty, creating a powerful connection that sparks reflection, conversation and lasting behavioural change.
- Audiences leave feeling seen, motivated and equipped with practical insight to lead, perform and live with greater authenticity and self-belief.
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Resilience, mental wellbeing and authentic leadership through lived experience
Andrew Jenkins doesn’t speak about resilience from theory, he speaks from experience. Pronounced dead at 21 after a catastrophic car accident, Andrew defied every medical prediction to rebuild his body and life. While the physical recovery became visible, the long, silent battle with trauma and mental health unfolded behind the scenes for over two decades. Today, Andrew is a high-impact keynote speaker whose story resonates deeply with audiences facing pressure, change, burnout and self-doubt. His talks are honest, human and unforgettable, leaving a lasting impression long after the applause fades.
Andrew Jenkins: A Story That Redefines Resilience
At 21 years old, Andrew Jenkins was pronounced dead following a devastating car accident. He spent four weeks in a coma while doctors prepared his family for the possibility that, if he survived, he may never walk, talk or recognise anyone again. Against every medical prediction, Andrew survived and rebuilt his physical life from the ground up. What followed was an extraordinary recovery that would shape his strength, perspective and determination, yet much of the emotional and psychological impact remained unspoken for years.
Andrew’s journey is not framed as a miracle story, but as a deeply human experience of rebuilding, questioning identity and learning how to live fully again. This honesty is what makes his keynote so powerful. Audiences recognise themselves in his vulnerability, his doubts and his perseverance, making his message accessible and profoundly relatable.
From Corporate Success to Purpose-Driven Impact
After his recovery, Andrew went on to build a successful career in banking and commercial insurance. On the surface, life appeared stable and accomplished. Internally, the unresolved effects of trauma and mental health challenges continued to shape his experience. A life-changing reunion with Professor Laing, the doctor who saved his life, became the turning point that inspired Andrew to finally share his story openly.
This moment marked the beginning of a new chapter. Andrew realised that his experiences carried meaning far beyond his own life and could help others navigate pressure, uncertainty and self-doubt. Today, his work bridges the worlds of high performance and human vulnerability, offering organisations a message that is both grounding and transformative.
Keynote Topics That Truly Land
Andrew Jenkins delivers keynotes that explore resilience, courage, self-belief and authenticity in a way that feels real, relevant and immediately impactful. His talks are shaped by lived experience rather than abstract models, creating a level of trust and engagement that audiences rarely forget.
Key themes include:
Building resilience under pressure and during uncertainty
Reconnecting with purpose and self-worth
Leading with authenticity, courage and emotional intelligence
Creating cultures where mental wellbeing and performance thrive
Andrew’s delivery balances emotional depth with warmth and humour, ensuring his message is powerful without feeling overwhelming. Audiences feel safe to reflect, engage and rethink how they show up both professionally and personally.
Global Reach and Cultural Relevance
Andrew’s story reached millions worldwide as a finalist on BBC’s The Traitors, where he used his platform to challenge mental health stigma and demonstrate the strength found in vulnerability. His presence on the show amplified his message, showing that openness, empathy and authenticity are powerful assets in high-pressure environments.
This visibility has strengthened Andrew’s ability to connect with diverse audiences, from leadership teams and corporate conferences to large-scale events. His message resonates across industries and roles, particularly with those navigating rapid change, burnout or heightened expectations.
Working With Andrew Jenkins
As the founder of Strength In You Ltd, Andrew works with organisations, conferences and leadership teams seeking meaningful change rather than surface-level motivation. His keynotes don’t aim to deliver a fleeting emotional high, they aim to shift conversations, attitudes and behaviours.
Audiences consistently describe feeling seen, understood and motivated to face challenges differently. Andrew’s impact extends beyond the stage, influencing how teams communicate, lead and support mental wellbeing over time.
Book Andrew Jenkins for Your Event
If you’re looking to book Andrew Jenkins for your event, you can expect a keynote that moves people, sparks honest dialogue and delivers a message that truly lands. Andrew brings courage, credibility and authenticity to every stage he steps on, making him a powerful choice for organisations ready to invest in resilience, mental wellbeing and human performance that lasts.
Keynotes
Keynote by Andrew Jenkins:
Resilience Under Pressure - How to rise when life hits hardest
Using his extraordinary journey from being pronounced dead to rebuilding his life, Andrew shows audiences how resilience is not something you’re born with it’s something you build.
This talk equips people with practical mindset shifts to stay strong, adaptable, and focused when facing pressure, change, or adversity.
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Courage to Begin Again - Turning setbacks into new starting points
Andrew challenges the idea that failure or trauma defines us.
He shows how moments that feel like endings can become powerful beginnings, helping audiences reframe setbacks, regain confidence, and take bold steps forward — even when the future feels uncertain.
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The Power of Authentic Leadership - Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness
Drawing on his own experience of hiding behind a mask for over two decades, Andrew explores how authenticity transforms leadership, teamwork, and culture.
This talk inspires leaders and teams to show up as their true selves, build trust, and create environments where people can thrive.
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Breaking the Silence - Mental health, self-worth, and human connection
Andrew delivers a deeply impactful message about the cost of silence and the power of honest conversations.
He helps audiences understand how breaking mental health stigma improves wellbeing, performance, and connection — both at work and in life — while empowering people to speak up and support one another.
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Inner Strength - Discovering what you’re capable of when it matters most.
This keynote reminds audiences that they are stronger than they believe.
Through compelling storytelling and relatable insights, Andrew helps people reconnect with their self-worth, unlock their inner strength, and believe in what’s possible — even when facing their toughest moments.
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