Public Speaking & Conference Presentations
Inspiring resilience through authentic storytelling and professional insight
Authentic, Impactful Speaking
As an international speaker and patient advocate, I deliver powerful, authentic presentations that inspire resilience, challenge perspectives, and create meaningful conversations about health, wellbeing, and overcoming adversity.
My speaking combines professional insight with personal authenticity. As a two-time cancer survivor who retrained as a counsellor in challenging circumstances, I share stories that resonate deeply while delivering practical, evidence-based content. Whether speaking to medical professionals, patient groups, corporate audiences, or advocacy organisations, I create engaging presentations that leave lasting impact.
Topics I Cover
Personal Resilience
My journey through cancer, employment tribunal, and retraining as an adult. A story of perseverance, adaptation, and finding purpose through adversity.
Patient Advocacy
Empowering patients to engage actively in their healthcare, improving doctor-patient communication, and amplifying the patient voice in medical decision-making.
Living with Long-Term Conditions
Finding acceptance, managing the emotional impact, and building a meaningful life alongside chronic illness or disability.
Motivational Speaking
Inspiring audiences to overcome challenges, embrace change, and discover inner strength during difficult times.
Workplace Mental Health
Building resilient teams, creating supportive cultures, and prioritising wellbeing in organisational settings.
Long-Term Survivorship
The financial, mental, and social impacts of living beyond cancer treatment - challenges often overlooked in recovery narratives.
Recent Speaking Engagements
International Medical Conferences
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
Madrid, 2023 - Keynote on patient experience and resilience - International Kidney Cancer Coalition Global Summit
South Korea, 2024 - Presentation on acceptance and resilience - International Kidney Cancer Coalition Global Summit
Madrid, 2025 - Session moderator - WECAN Academy
Barcelona, 2024 - Long-term survivorship: financial, mental, and social impacts - European Oncology Nurses (EONs)
Patient perspective presentation
Additional Presentations
- Pharmaceutical Companies
Multiple presentations to Ipsen, Eisai, MSD, and other major pharmaceutical organisations - National Patient Awareness Days
Moderation and group discussions on communication, coping, and wellbeing - Healthcare Professional Training
Communication and wellbeing training for clinicians and patient-facing staff - Patient Advocacy Events
Regular speaking at charity and support organisation events
Presentation Formats
Keynote Speeches
Opening or closing conference addresses that set the tone and inspire action
Podium Presentations
Traditional conference presentations with slides and Q&A
Interactive Facilitation
Engaging group workshops with participant involvement
Online Presentations
Virtual keynotes and webinars via video conferencing
Panel Moderation
Facilitating panel discussions and managing Q&A sessions
Workshop Facilitation
Half-day or full-day interactive workshops on specific topics
Who Books Me
Medical Conferences
Oncology, patient care, and healthcare innovation events
Pharmaceutical Companies
Patient perspective presentations and advisory sessions
Patient Advocacy Groups
Charity events, support group gatherings, awareness days
Corporate Events
Wellbeing events, motivational sessions, professional development
What Audiences Say
"I listened to your lecture during EONS16 and I must say that you truly inspired me!"
— Conference Attendee, EONS16
"Steve has such an emotional and inspiring story to tell. I am a grown man and what he has to say and how he says it can't fail to inspire and motivate you. Thank you for sharing your story Steve, I will never forget it."
— Speaking Engagement Attendee
"Steve Pointon's Recovery Café workshop on the impact of a cancer diagnosis on mental health was delivered with deep insight, compassion, and authenticity, the session resonated powerfully with our community of cancer survivors. Steve created a space that felt safe, validating, and reassuring. Huge thanks Steve.
We're also incredibly grateful to Steve for his support with our campaign Mission Secure, which calls to end cancer's hidden toll and addresses the impact of a diagnosis on people's work and finances. Steve worked with the press and media on our behalf, helping us mount a powerful and impactful campaign that amplified survivor voices and drove real momentum for change."
— Hannah Elton Wall, Mission Remission
Booking Information
To check availability or discuss a speaking engagement, please contact me by email or phone. I'm happy to discuss your event, audience, and how I can contribute to making it meaningful and impactful.
Available for events nationally and internationally
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