NZ Keynote Speaker of the Year and the only New Zealander to hold both CSP and Accredited Speaker designations
Lauren Parsons is an author, TEDx speaker and host of the Thrive TV Show, with over 20 years of experience in resilience, leadership, wellbeing and performance. She was named NZ Keynote Speaker and Educator of the Year (2023/24) and is the only New Zealander to hold both the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and Toastmasters International Accredited Speaker designations.
Her work is built around a single, practical idea: helping individuals and organisations find the sweet spot between wellbeing and productivity so they can genuinely thrive rather than merely cope. She weaves science-backed strategies with heartfelt storytelling — including her own journey of resilience — and delivers it with the kind of humour that makes hard truths land well. Her book, Thriving Leaders, Thriving Teams, extends that work into something audiences return to long after the event.
Book Lauren when your audience needs to leave the room recharged rather than just informed. Clients from the Ministry of Social Development to ANZ to the Financial Management Institute of Canada report that her sessions create lasting change. She works across leadership, wellbeing, resilience and time management, and adapts fluently between keynote and workshop formats.
Lauren Parsons, CSP, AS is a keynote speaker based in New Zealand who speaks on inspiration, leadership and mental health & wellbeing. Book through Executive Speakers Australia.
Lauren Parsons is an exceptional speaker who truly goes above and beyond in everything she does. During the conference, Lauren not only delivered her keynote presentation with remarkable energy and insight, but she also engaged and interacted with delegates throughout the entire event. If you want someone who inspires and engages, Lauren is the perfect choice.2025 Melbourne ASMIRT Conference Organiser
One of the best keynote sessions we've ever had. Practical, insightful, and so much fun.Ministry of Social Development
Lauren is a dream to work with, both in person and in a virtual capacity. Utterly professional engaging and adaptable. We've worked with Lauren for several years now and cannot recommend her more highly.Corporate Health & Wellbeing Summit Organiser, ThinkTank Media
Tell us about your event and our consultants will return a curated shortlist within one business day.
