Dr Heather McKee – Behaviour Change Keynote Speaker

Dr Heather McKee is a behavioural scientist, keynote speaker and founder of drheatherspeaks.com who helps organisations translate wellbeing, engagement and performance ambitions into habits that people genuinely maintain.

Across many workplaces, wellbeing initiatives and engagement programmes begin with enthusiasm but struggle to last. Dr Heather McKee focuses on solving this challenge. Her work centres on the science of behaviour change and the practical psychology behind building habits that sustain energy, focus and motivation over time.

Her approach stands apart from the typical wellness narrative. Rather than promoting quick fixes or health fads, she brings a deeply researched perspective grounded in health behaviour change psychology. The result is a clear and realistic path for individuals and organisations to create change that lasts.

From Behavioural Science to Real-World Impact

Heather has spent more than a decade studying health behaviour change psychology. This research foundation shapes every keynote and programme she delivers.

She translates complex behavioural science into engaging and practical insights that audiences can immediately apply. Instead of overwhelming people with information, she focuses on the small behavioural shifts that compound into meaningful results.

Her keynotes explore why motivation alone rarely leads to long-term change, how habits are formed, and what environments organisations must create to support sustainable wellbeing.

Audiences leave with a new understanding of behaviour change, along with simple strategies that make healthy habits easier to maintain in everyday life and work.

Working With Global Organisations

Dr Heather McKee has worked with more than 100 organisations across 15+ industries worldwide. Her work includes designing evidence-based wellness programmes, delivering keynote presentations and helping leaders build cultures where wellbeing and performance reinforce each other.

Her client list includes internationally recognised brands such as:

• lululemon

• Booking.com

• Starbucks

• Rituals

• Unilever

• HSBC

• Sainsbury's

Across these collaborations, she helps organisations move from intention to action. Her work shows leaders how behavioural science can strengthen employee wellbeing, increase engagement and support sustainable performance.

Evidence-Based Wellness and Sustainable Habits

Many wellbeing initiatives fail because they rely on short bursts of motivation or overly complicated strategies. Dr Heather McKee offers an alternative grounded in evidence and long-term thinking.

Her keynotes focus on helping individuals rediscover the joy in healthy habits while giving organisations a framework for creating environments where those habits can thrive.

Audiences gain insights into:

• How behaviour change really works

• Why traditional wellness advice often fails

• How small habits create lasting impact

• Ways to build cultures that support wellbeing and performance

By focusing on sustainable behaviour change, Heather equips organisations with practical tools that continue to influence behaviour long after the keynote ends.

Research Recognised Worldwide

Dr Heather McKee’s research has been published in leading academic journals and featured internationally across major media outlets.

Her work has appeared in publications including Time, Vogue, The Times, Los Angeles Times and HuffPost. These features highlight her ability to translate behavioural science into insights that resonate with both organisations and individuals seeking lasting lifestyle change.

This recognition reflects the strength of her evidence-based approach and her ability to communicate complex ideas in an engaging and accessible way.

Book Dr Heather McKee for Your Event

Dr Heather McKee is a keynote speaker who brings together behavioural science, storytelling and practical strategies to inspire meaningful change.

Her talks help organisations rethink wellbeing, engagement and performance by focusing on the habits that drive everyday behaviour. Instead of temporary motivation, audiences gain a realistic and energising framework for sustainable change.

For conferences, leadership events and corporate wellbeing initiatives, booking Dr Heather McKee means bringing behavioural science to life and giving audiences the tools to build habits that support both healthier lives and stronger organisations.