Geoff McDonald
Geoff draws from his own experiences with anxiety and depression to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace.
A former Global VP of Human Resources at Unilever, Geoff is dedicated to inspiring leaders and employees to create workplaces that enrich people's lives.
Geoff has delivered keynotes in over 15 countries, including Australia, Europe, North America, and Japan, and at various universities.
Clients such as the NHS, Sky, HSBC, GlaxoSmithKline, Airbus, Novartis, and Barclays Asia-Pacific have greatly benefited from his practical insights.
Geoff is available to deliver transformative talks to businesses and teams, aimed at reshaping health and safety policies and creating improved working environments.
Geoff presents two primary keynotes:
1. Organisation Purpose as a Catalyst for Business Success
Key discussions include:
- The Unilever case study and how purpose enhanced business success
- Steps to rediscover an organisation's purpose
- Strategies to embed and live an organisation's purpose
- The structure and details of a transformation programme
2. Mental Health and Wellbeing
Key discussions on:
- The importance of voicing mental health concerns and seeking support
- Breaking the stigma around mental health in the workplace
- Maintaining individual mental health
- Gaining a competitive edge through workplace mental health and wellbeing