Petra Velzeboer

Renowned as a trailblazing mental health leader, Petra Velzeboer is a TEDx speaker, CEO of consultancy PVL, and author of Begin with You and Digital Wellbeing: Recharge Your Focus and Reboot Your Life. Petra was born into a notorious religious cult, building her life from rock-bottom to success after recovering from addiction and getting her MSc in Psychodynamics of Human Development. 

In an era dominated by AI, tech addiction, and escalating geopolitical pressures, Petra is the expert organisations turn to for solutions to create resilient, mentally healthy cultures. With deep expertise in workplace wellness and a mission to combat distraction and disconnection, she inspires audiences with actionable strategies to boost connection, productivity, fulfillment, and unlock human potential.

Petra is relatable, engaging, and unafraid to share hard-hitting truths, offering practical insights that help organisations navigate rapid change and create meaningful, lasting success.