Keith uses his lived experience to inspire a change in thinking about mental health and adversity. He motivates people to think differently about their response to the challenges we all face and how to develop a resilience mindset and understand that recovery is absolutely possible.
Depression isn't always dark rooms and crying endlessly. Sometimes it's getting up, going to work and smiling and laughing all day. Then coming home and quietly doing little to nothing until it's time for bed.
“ We engaged Keith Banks as a speaker for our 2022 AES conference in Melbourne to share his story about the impact Post Traumatic Stress Disorder had on his own life and how to manage your own personal mental health issues. There was no doubt about it Keith’s story and message was raw and captivating so much so he was voted one of the best speakers at our conference by all the attendees.” Nick Koerbin Executive Director Association Executive Services
CORPORATE SPEAKING
Personal Mindset and Communication
Keith talks about his lived experience with PTSD, and the need to be honest and authentic with ourselves and others.
Affirmation and connection are as necessary as breathing. The world needs authentic leadership, both in the workplace and in our personal lives.
Resilience and Recovery
We all have some degree of trauma, that’s the result of living. Sometimes this trauma becomes too painful to bear and can result in tragic consequences. Keith shares his story of recovery and the lessons he has learnt that we can all use to enrich our own lives, both personally and professionally
Mental Fitness
Just as we invest financially, we must also invest in our mental fitness daily so we can truly enjoy life. Keith speaks about what he terms ‘Superannuation of the mind’ and how we can start today.
‘ Keith delivered a dramatic, raw and deeply personal presentation. He spoke from his heart about his lived experiences during his traumatic childhood and decorated career. He is articulate and moving and on a mission to personally change the stigma surrounding PTSD. His presentation is a must see event that everyone needs to experience.’
Gabrielle Warnett Warrant Officer Class Two, Defence Force School of Signals.
“We really appreciated having Keith as a guest speaker on ‘Mental Health and Wellbeing’ at our recent quarterly business toolbox session. His ability to show vulnerability and communicate his real life experiences on how he managed to find his way back from serious PTSD was extremely inspirational. Many of our staff have commented on the usefulness and relevance of the discussion and they will clearly benefit from listening and interacting with Keith. They will no doubt be taking his message further to their own social networks. Thanks again Keith!”
Mark O'Reilly General Manager Civil & Infrastructure - South. MACA
CLIENTS
Keith’s clients include the Australian Defence Force; QBuild; Department of Family Fairness and Housing (Victoria); Association Executive Services; Queensland Police Service; Civil Construction companies and retail organisations.