Andrew, a finalist on the BBC reality sensation "The Traitors" and a living embodiment of resilience.

At just 21, he faced a life-altering car accident that left him in a coma for four weeks, with doctors declaring he may never walk, talk, or recognise his loved ones again. But Andrew refused to be defined by his circumstances. He defied the odds, not only regaining his ability to walk but also reigniting his passion for life after losing his dream of playing rugby for Wales.

For nearly 24 years, Andrew battled his mental health in silence, but he eventually found the courage to share his struggles with family. Through deep reflection and self-discovery, he emerged stronger than ever. In a powerful reunion in 2022 with the doctor who saved his life, Andrew was dubbed a "miracle patient," inspiring him to turn his story into a beacon of hope for others.

Now, as the founder of "Strength In You Ltd," Andrew is on a mission to shatter the stigmas surrounding mental health, failure and vulnerability. He delivers electrifying motivational talks and dynamic workshops, empowering individuals to rise above their challenges. With ambitious plans, Andrew is determined to leave an indelible mark on the world, proving that with heart, grit, and determination, anyone can overcome adversity and find their strength.

​Anna Marie Gough is a wellness coach specialising in breathwork and cold water therapy. With over 27 years of experience, she focuses on helping individuals manage burnout, anxiety, and stress. Her practice emphasises two types of breathwork aimed at enhancing physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Operating from her studio in rural Buckinghamshire, Anna provides a tranquil setting for retreats and offers both online and in-person sessions. She is also an advanced Oxygen Advantage teacher, supporting clients in achieving nervous system balance and calm

Darren Gough MBE is a former England cricketer known for his fast bowling and vibrant personality, taking over 200 Test wickets during the 1990s and 2000s. After retiring, he became a popular TalkSPORT presenter, admired for his humour and insight. In 2005, he won Strictly Come Dancing, showcasing his charisma beyond cricket. In 2021, he returned to Yorkshire County Cricket Club as Managing Director, focusing on growth and integrity. Darren is also a passionate wildlife conservation advocate, actively supporting efforts to protect endangered rhinos in South Africa.

Bianca Errigo is a wellness expert, speaker, and founder of HumanOS, a pioneering company dedicated to integrating health and wellness into the workplace.

Bianca’s career began in the world’s largest IT services company but after several successful years in a high-performing global sales team coupled with the loss of her father, Bianca saw a dramatic deterioration in her own health and in her early 20's found herself in hospital through stress-related illnesses. Bianca now combines her education, her time in the corporate world, over 10'000 1:2:1 coaching hours and her experience partnering with some of the world's largest organisations to deliver wellbeing talks and services that enhance both individual health and business success.

With a background in psychology, Bianca is also a CBT and Mindfulness Practitioner, a Level-3 Life Coach, and a Level-4 Advanced Personal Trainer. As a sought-after thought leader, Bianca was the highest-rated external speaker for American Express in 2023. That same year, Cisco recognised her significant impact through her work on the "Art of Resilience." Her clients include Philip Morris, Snapchat, Dell, and The University of Cambridge, among others.

Since 2020, Helen and Kay have been helping people and teams find and harness the power of their stories. With their Talented Women Programme receiving feedback such as “life-changing” and “transformational” - they know what they do works.

For the first time, they are going to bring elements of their experience to life to a festival audience. Aiming to create a spark that'll inspire you to find and love your next chapter, this session is for anyone who wants to take a moment off life’s rollercoaster and think about their story – and the chapter they’d most like to write next. It might be a business chapter. It might be a personal one. It doesn’t matter. Join us for a well-earned moment to connect (or perhaps re-connect) with yourself and the future you REALLY want.

In a weekend where we’re inspired by the stories of others, take a moment to be inspired by your own….

Jill Ritchie and Sarah Gregg are the co-founders of The Intuitive Psychology Association, an organisation that integrates intuition with psychological principles to offer accredited coaching programs.

Jill Ritchie is an accredited global life coach, intuitive healer, and host of the award-winning "She Loves Herself" podcast. She has led wellness masterclasses for companies like Virgin Money and Aviva, and has guided actors and Olympic athletes in accessing intuitive healing. Jill's personal journey from a corporate banking career to life coaching has enabled her to assist over 500 clients in finding personal alignment through spirituality.

Sarah Gregg is a psychologist (MBPsS), coach, and author of "Find Your Flow" and "Choose Happy," with over 85,000 copies sold internationally. Her background includes delivering corporate training for organizations such as IKEA, House of Fraser, and the European Commission. Sarah's mission is to empower individuals to discover and pursue their purpose, which she furthers through her role at The Intuitive Psychology Association.

Together, Jill and Sarah co-host "The Intuitive Psychology Podcast," where they explore the intersection of modern psychology and ancient wisdom, aiming to help listeners reclaim their inner knowledge and navigate personal growth.

Kate Rowe-Ham is a dedicated Women's Health Coach, bestselling author, and founder of the Owning Your Menopause app.

Specialising in menopause fitness and nutrition, Kate is passionate about redefining menopause as a time for women to thrive rather than feel overwhelmed or invisible.

As a Level 3 Personal Trainer who embraces her fitness journey later in life, Kate uniquely understands women's challenges during midlife. Raising three children while navigating perimenopause herself, she recognised the need for evidence-based support to address the physical and emotional impacts of menopause. This personal experience fuels her mission to empower women with the knowledge and tools to embrace midlife with strength, resilience, and vitality.

Kate’s expertise makes her the go-to trainer for women looking to optimise their health during menopause. She champions exercise not as a punishment or a means to chase aesthetics but as a pathway to better heart health, bone density, joint flexibility, brain function, and mental well-being.

Her Owning Your Menopause app and bestselling book, Owning Your Menopause: Fitter, Calmer, Stronger in 30 Days, have transformed the lives of thousands of women by promoting sustainable habits and encouraging a positive mindset shift. Kate’s work with leading brands like Sweaty Betty, Nike, and Lucozade Sport, as well as her appearances on BBC News, Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, and top podcasts like Gaby Logan’s The Mid Point, solidify her reputation as a trusted expert.

Kirsty Gallagher is a moon mentor, soul alignment and spiritual coach, yoga teacher, meditation teacher and Sunday Times bestselling author with an infectious passion for life.

She has been sharing the life-changing benefits of yoga and the moon for over 13 years through classes, workshops, private and corporate sessions, and has taught over 80 worldwide retreats.

She is author of Sunday Times bestselling book Lunar Living and the founder of the online sisterhood Lunar Living, which teaches you how to weave the secret and ancient wisdom of the moon into modern, everyday life.

Kirsty has created a worldwide community through her Soul Space lunar yoga and meditation classes, and her Sacred Space seasonal yoga, meditation and ritual classes. One of her greatest passions in life is bringing together community, showing us that we are never alone.

Kirsty works alongside women teaching them to live back in alignment with an ancient cycle, a natural rhythm and flow, helping them to connect back into their inner wisdom, power, authenticity, and purpose. Weaving lunar, nature and divine feminine wisdom with spiritual teachings, astrology and cutting-edge transformational coaching techniques, Kirsty helps women to overcome doubts, fears and self-sabotage to know and trust in themselves like never before and find greater meaning and purpose in life.

Laura Canty is a business consultant, author, and advocate for mental health and women in STEM. Balancing multiple roles as a part-time business consultant, mother, and now author, Laura shares her deeply personal journey in her memoir, Something to Live For. The book recounts her emotional experience from bringing her son home from the hospital to being discharged from a Mother and Baby Unit (MBU) in 2018, a raw and hopeful story that leaves nothing unsaid.

With a background in Mechanical Engineering from Sheffield University, Laura has worked at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence since 2008, holding various roles including Business Analyst, Chief of Staff, and Bid Manager. For the past 15 years, she has thrived as a Business Change Consultant, advocating for women in STEM and cybersecurity by visiting schools to inspire the next generation.

Laura is passionate about mental health, crediting her supportive workplace for enabling her to manage her well-being alongside her career, motherhood, and volunteer work with the NHS and Therapy Dogs Nationwide. She currently lives in Cheltenham, co-parenting her son, daughter, and springer spaniel with her ex-husband. Embracing the hilarity and challenges of dating in her 40s, Laura hints that there may be plenty of material for a second book in the future.

Dr Liz O’Riordan is motivational speaker and a best-selling author. Liz was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer whilst working as a consultant breast surgeon in 2015 aged just 40.

Recurrent cancer forced her to retire but it hasn’t stopped her helping people. With over 150,000 followers on social media, her podcast ‘So Now I’ve Got Breast Cancer’ and her YouTube videos, she strives to demystify cancer and make it easy to understand. Her latest book, The Cancer Roadmap, confronts the many myths about what causes and cures cancer, giving you clear, evidence-based answers.

Marcos Jarvis is a cancer survivor, public speaker and Level 1 Wim Hof Instructor, dedicated to helping people and companies unlock their potential through resilience, mental strength and wellbeing.

His journey into holistic health began in 2019, after a life-changing diagnosis of advanced, incurable cancer. Throughout 35 rounds of chemotherapy and surgery, Marcos also found alternative healing practices, including a vegan diet, tai chi, acupuncture, homoeopathy and cold exposure. He is now cancer-free and committed to helping others fight cancer.

Now Marcos spends his time working for Wolo (We Only Live Once) Foundation, a local cancer charity based in Sussex, helping families affected by cancer with practical and emotional support. He runs retreats for families at Warrior’s Breath, showing them how breathwork, combined with cold exposure and heat therapy, can help with a wide range of health issues, as well as the side effects of cancer treatment. Marcos continues to push boundaries, showing that even in the face of adversity, it’s possible to thrive and survive and inspire others along the way.

Sally Gunnell OBE DL is an Olympic Champion, Former World Record Holder, Wellbeing Advocate and Founder of Life’s Hurdle.

Sally Gunnell is the only woman in history to hold Olympic, World, European, and Commonwealth titles simultaneously in the 400m hurdles.

She also set a world record on her way to winning the World Championships in 1993, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest athletes of her generation.

Since retiring from elite sport, Sally has had a TV career and spoken all over the world motivating audiences from all walks of life to reach their potential. As well as this, Sally now has particular focus on supporting women in building confidence, both physically and mentally to create a sustainable healthy mindset and lifestyle. Experiencing firsthand how her body changed after her athletic career, she founded Life’s Hurdle, a platform dedicated to helping women navigate the challenges of aging, fitness, and well-being. Life’s Hurdle provides guidance on movement, nutrition, mindset, and self-care, empowering women to feel strong, resilient, and in control of their health at every stage of life.