THE IMPACT
IN THEIR WORDS.

I had the privilege of meeting and listening to Danny Sculthorpe this week and I was truly inspired by his openness in sharing his personal experiences. His candid approach to discussing mental health and suicide awareness is not only refreshing but also incredibly impactful. Danny's commitment to creating a supportive environment for those struggling with mental health challenges is commendable. I left feeling energised and motivated to contribute to this vital cause.

Sitting in a session with Danny Sculthorpe this morning was a powerful reminder that these conversations aren't a "one and done." They are a constant necessity. Danny shared a perspective that really put the scale of this into context — and this isn't just a "macho" industry issue. We are seeing a terrifying rise in suicide rates among women in the UK too. These conversations matter for everyone.

The honesty about the darker moments, contemplating suicide, really landed in the room. Having lost my own dad to suicide, it did make me cry — but it also reinforced why this work matters so much. Seeing a huge room, mostly men, making genuine connections around vulnerability, consequences and care for one another will forever be one of my favourite things. A huge thank you to Danny for bravely sharing his story.

Top man, honest, challenging and hard hitting messages about the importance of mental fitness and how important and brave it is to reach out when things get difficult. Also the role and responsibility of us all to check in with family, friends and colleagues when we see someone struggling. Thanks again Danny.

Danny brings a rare combination of authenticity, credibility and empathy to every environment he works in. With students, he has a natural ability to connect — breaking down barriers, building trust quickly, and inspiring them to reflect, grow and raise their aspirations. His sessions are not just engaging; they are transformative. Learners leave with a stronger sense of self-belief, resilience and accountability. Danny doesn't just deliver sessions — he creates lasting impact.

Danny made an immediate impact with his stories. By the end of the week you couldn't fit everyone into the rooms where we were due to speak — people were stood at the back. This was after the first couple of talks had been to maybe a dozen people. Once Dan was on board the size of the audiences grew and grew by word of mouth, some people even came back the next day to watch the talk again. Dan brought a great mix of honesty, warmth and humour to the talks. I would recommend Dan to any company or organisation looking for the highest quality speaker for their audience.

What we got was an honest and invaluable insight into the causes and the coping mechanisms of mental health. Danny was received fantastically well from all who attended and everyone commented on how they got something from the presentation. I would definitely recommend Danny and his team to any business, sports team or professional organisation and feel that they would benefit from not only his experiences but guidance and help in the mental health field.