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Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author, & Mindfulness Expert

Light Watkins Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author, & Mindfulness Expert

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Light Watkins
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
Available Upon Request

Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

Secondary Topic Category:
Mental Health / Wellness / Self-Help

 

Light Watkins Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Light Watkins is a globally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and mindfulness expert who helps organizations rethink mindfulness and harness the hidden power of presence. He has spoken at Fortune 500 companies, led workshops on nearly every continent, and inspired audiences to lead with purpose and authenticity. Author of 5 bestselling books, including Bliss More and Travel Light, and host of a top-50 global podcast, Light spent five years living nomadically from a single backpack, embodying the principles he now teaches.

Light Watkins has frequently been described by clients as “the embodiment” of his message. For over two decades, Light has helped leaders and teams embed presence into how they live, lead, and connect. His approach elevates performance not by pushing harder, but by helping audiences show up more fully. The result? Clearer decisions, a stronger culture, and teams that thrive from the inside out. Light is the author of five bestselling books on happiness, mindfulness, minimalism, and transformation. His TEDx Talk on rethinking mindfulness is approaching a million views. And for five years, he traveled the world with nothing but a backpack—proving that presence isn’t the destination. It’s the path. Known as “The Presence Whisperer,” Light delivers keynotes that are humorous, heartfelt, practical—and unforgettable. Audiences leave not only inspired, but changed. Because when your team starts showing up with more presence, everything shifts: retention, trust, creativity, connection. And he helps you realize it was there all along—hiding in plain sight.
Light’s gentle yet powerful talk was refreshing and encouraging. Unlike many speakers, he delivers a message without self-righteousness, allowing it to truly resonate. — Debra Neill, CEO of Neill Corporation Having light with us was an absolute joy. And the feedback on his talk has been incredible! — Karen Harvey, CEO of Fashion Tech Forum Light’s talk on presence drew an incredible turnout and captivated an engaged, enthusiastic audience. Truly unforgettable! — Sunita Monaty, Management Lead for Meta Light’s talk was delightful and refreshing! The team loved the practical approach to presence in the workplace and in life. — Matthew Payne, Client Partner at Slalom Light delivered the perfect message for our overworked industry. — Annette Gregg, CEO of SITE Light’s talk left our audience deeply moved and inspired! Some of our co-workers continued to refer to the session even months later. — Drew Watkins, Senior VP of TNT Sports
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