Paul McKenna is an international best-selling author whose books have sold more than seven million copies and been translated into 32 languages. He has also hosted self-improvement television shows and presents seminars in hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming, weight loss, motivation and the Zen meditation Big Mind. Mckenna is the No 1... Read more
Paul McKenna is an international best-selling author whose books have sold more than seven million copies and been translated into 32 languages. He has also hosted self-improvement television shows and presents seminars in hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming, weight loss, motivation and the Zen meditation Big Mind.
Mckenna is the No 1 hypnotherapist in the world, and is best known for helping people treat the most difficult problems. Recognised by The Times of London as one of “the world’s most important modern self-help gurus”, McKenna is the UK’s most successful non-fiction author. I Can Make You Thin is the best-selling self-help book in UK history. His other successful titles include Quit Smoking Today Without Gaining Weight, I Can Mend Your Broken Heart, I Can Make You Rich, and I Can Make You Happy, which reached number one.
In his drive to help those suffering from PTSD, severe trauma, extreme pain and high levels of emotional distress, McKenna has been involved in the research and development of the psycho-sensory therapies targeting the Amygdala region of the brain (Amygdala Depotentiation Therapy) with Dr. Ronald Ruden and Dr. Stephen Ruden, presenting seminars to health care professionals in the UK and USA.
In 2014 Paul McKenna started a Hulu show “McKENNA” where he interviews some of the most interesting people in the world such as Ryan Seacrest, Simon Cowell, Harvey Weinstein, Rachael Ray, Sir Ken Robinson, Paul Oakenfold, Randy Jackson, Anthony Robbins, Eli Roth, and Roger Daltrey.
Paul McKenna released Thin, Confidence, Quit Smoking and Sleep in 2010, with Thin reaching number two in the US book charts, only to be beaten by Barack Obama’s autobiography. He uses scientific psychological procedures to make dramatic and captivating changes in people lives, and has appeared on national TV shows including The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Rachael Ray, Anderson Live, among others.
In the 1990s, McKenna presented a number of TV programmes including The Hypnotic World of Paul McKenna (1993–97), Paul McKenna’s Paranormal World (1997) and Hyp the Streets (1999). The Discovery Channel signed a £23 million deal with McKenna (2008) to make a series of self-help programmes.
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Paul McKenna's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Paul tailored to your event.
Paul McKenna speaks on Behaviour, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Wellbeing. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Paul to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Paul McKenna for events worldwide, subject to Paul's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Paul McKenna is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Paul can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Paul McKenna on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Paul can offer.
Paul McKenna delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Paul McKenna's areas of expertise include Behaviour, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Wellbeing. To get a clear sense of Paul's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Paul McKenna can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Behaviour, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Wellbeing is relevant. Details of Paul's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Paul McKenna is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Paul McKenna, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Paul's current availability for your dates.