Book Stephen Levy for your event
Stephen Levy is an award-winning filmmaker, creative director, certified life coach and keynote speaker who inspires audiences to embrace change, unlock creativity and reach their full potential. Combining powerful storytelling with practical strategies, his keynotes leave audiences motivated, resilient and ready to take meaningful action.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience across film, design, leadership and coaching, Stephen delivers valuable insights that audiences can apply immediately in both their professional and personal lives. Whether speaking to business leaders, employees, students or young professionals, he creates engaging experiences that build confidence, creativity and lasting growth.
Trusted by organisations including Lloyds Banking Group, KPMG, Harris Academy and the Renaissance Foundation, Stephen helps audiences develop creative thinking, problem-solving skills and the mindset needed to thrive in a changing world.
Creativity shaped through experience
After studying design and filmmaking at Central Saint Martins and the University of Kent, Stephen built a successful career in advertising, design and film production. He worked with leading agencies including VCCP and Ogilvy on campaigns for brands such as Thomson Reuters and O2 before joining KPMG, where he established and led the firm's motion design and video production teams across the UK and India.
Today, through SLTV Studios, Stephen combines filmmaking, storytelling and creative strategy to help organisations communicate with greater impact.
Award-winning storytelling
Stephen's award-winning short film Epiphany, inspired by his Hackney upbringing and his mother's Windrush story, has received international recognition for its powerful message of resilience and identity.
He also trained at Mountview Theatre School and appeared in productions including EastEnders, Judge Dredd, Miranda and Desmond's, experiences that continue to shape his engaging and authentic speaking style.
Inspiring resilience and growth
As a certified life coach, Stephen equips audiences with practical tools to build resilience, overcome self-doubt and unlock their creative potential. His keynote topics include:
- Creativity for innovation and problem-solving
- Building resilience through change
- Authentic leadership
- Goal setting and personal development
- Developing a growth mindset
Every keynote is tailored to the audience, ensuring relevant, engaging and actionable content.
Supporting future generations
Stephen has served on the board of the Renaissance Foundation for more than eight years, mentoring and supporting young people as they pursue education and careers. He is also the author of Unlocking Your Potential: Goal Setting for Young Professionals and How I Made My Award-Winning Short Film, extending his passion for helping others grow through practical advice and real-world experience.
Why audiences choose Stephen Levy
Stephen combines creative expertise, leadership experience and authentic storytelling to deliver keynote speeches that inspire lasting change. Rather than focusing on theory, he shares practical lessons and actionable strategies that encourage audiences to think creatively, embrace opportunity and realise their full potential.
Whether speaking at corporate events, leadership conferences, educational institutions or community organisations, Stephen delivers memorable presentations that inspire confidence, resilience and meaningful growth.