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    Keynote Speaking

    Real stories. Real lessons. Real impact.
    I share the raw journey of building, losing, and rebuilding — with takeaways on leadership, culture, and resilience.

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    Workshops

    Interactive. Practical. Honest.
    Hands-on sessions for leaders and teams. We strip things back and focus on culture, communication, and resilience.

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    Mentoring

    One-to-one support from someone who’s been there.
    Straight-talking guidance for leaders who want clarity, accountability, and support to grow without losing themselves.

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Mentoring Testimonial

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Mark for more than a decade, through both the good times and the challenges. During that time, I’ve seen firsthand the impact he has on those around him. Mark served as an incredible mentor to a colleague of mine—he listened deeply, guided thoughtfully, and supported their journey toward becoming not only a stronger leader but also a successful manager. What makes Mark stand out is his coaching style: he doesn’t simply hand out answers. Instead, he helps others uncover insights for themselves, creating a powerful learning experience that builds confidence and lasting growth.

Steve Riat, Nex-Tech 2025

Keynote Testimonial

I first met Mark 3 years ago at a dinner, and even from that brief encounter, I remembered how genuine and engaging he was. Having him speak at our recent UK/DE meet-up event only reinforced that impression. After a few years away from speaking, this was Mark’s first time back, and the feedback has been incredible….. comments like “We could have spent a lot longer talking/listening to Mark”, “I could sit and have a one-to-one with Mark”, “His emotion was real”, and “We can all learn from his story.”

Mark’s openness, authenticity, and the way he connects on a human level left a real impression on everyone in the room. His story isn’t just powerful, it’s inspiring, and it shows that vulnerability definitely isn't a weakness.

If you’re looking for someone who can truly connect with an audience and leave them reflecting, I can’t recommend Mark highly enough.

Mike Baron, Synaxon UK 2025