Mike Veny Biography

Mike Veny is a globally recognized mental health speaker and Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® who has made it his mission to transform stigma into strength through rhythm and story. Known for his electrifying drumming keynotes and raw, real talk, Veny helps workers thrive and organizations create emotionally healthy cultures. His work bridges inclusive excellence, mental health, and professional development—and is known for producing measurable change. He has been booked by NAMI, Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson, and hundreds more.

Veny is also the CEO of Lovely Refinement, a women's mental health and wellness brand, which owns the Training Refinery, a continuing education powerhouse. In all of his professional efforts, he is fiercely committed to empowering employees to discover the gift of emotional wellness and resilience so that they can accelerate personal and professional growth and avoid damaging burnout. Veny is also the host of a podcast called Coffee With Mike: Mental Wellness & Belonging for Leaders, and the author of several books, including the best-selling “Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero.” His expertise and life experience have been featured on ABC, NBC, and CBS News.

Veny has built a successful career as a mental health speaker by delivering emotionally resonant wellness programs rooted in lived experience. He bridges generational gaps with inclusive storytelling and rhythm, and his CEU-accredited programs deliver measurable change. Veny is also known for overcoming generational gaps with attention-grabbing storytelling and rhythm and for creating safe spaces to address complex topics with authenticity and humor.

His wellness solutions empower his audiences to take actionable steps to change their lives and work environments. He’s delivered presentations to Fortune 500 companies, healthcare providers, and educators, including Microsoft, CVS Health, T-Mobile, Heineken, Salesforce, Keurig Dr. Pepper, and The Wounded Warrior Project. He has also received Acquisition International Magazine’s Global Excellence Award in 2025 and Corporate LiveWire’s 2022, 2023, & 2024 Innovation & Excellence Awards for his work as a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®. He also won NAMI New York State’s 2023 Leader of Mental Health Awareness Award. As a PM360 ELITE Award Winner, Veny was recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the healthcare industry for his work with patient advocacy.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/04/2025.

Mike Veny Speaking Topics

  • Thriving Through Uncertainty: Tools and Strategies for Today's Challenges

    Mike Veny’s high energy, practical strategies, and real-world wisdom teach audience members not just to survive but truly thrive today – in spite of the rapid change and constant pressure that they face. With his dynamic style and relatable stories, he equips the audience with the tools to navigate stress, build resilience, and turn uncertainty into an opportunity for growth and strength. This isn’t just a talk—it’s a roadmap to reclaiming emotional wellness and stepping boldly into the future with confidence. Be prepared for drumming, movement, and truth that unleash new levels of growth!

  • Transforming Stigma® Into Strength

    Mike Veny once faced mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges, but was able to turn those challenges into strengths, and now he specializes in helping others do the same. In this high-energy session that features rhythm and truth, attendees discover how to break free from the limitations of labels, silence, and shame, and instead start harnessing them as fuel for growth, connection, and resilience. This keynote shows attendees that what once felt like a barrier can actually be used for growth. Attendees learn how to draw unstoppable strength from life’s toughest challenges!

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Mike Veny Videos

Mike Veny Shares His #1 Secret

Mike Veny Shares His #1 Secret

This is the ultimate speaker highlight reel showcasing Mike Veny, a leading mental health speaker and motivational mental health expert.

Mental Health Clips from Mike Veny You Can't Miss

Mental Health Clips from Mike Veny You Can't Miss

Watch this dynamic speaker media reel featuring Mike Veny, a leading voice in mental health awareness. This media sizzle reel highlights news clips...

Mike Veny's Corporate Drumming Secret That Unites Teams

Mike Veny's Corporate Drumming Secret That Unites Teams

In a time when workplaces are more divided than ever, Mike Veny’s corporate drumming workshops are creating powerful breakthroughs in team...

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Mike Veny is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Thriving Through Uncertainty: Tools and Strategies for Today's Challenges, Transforming Stigma® Into Strength, Thriving Through Change: Building Resilience and Preventing Burnout with Self-Care, How to Find Inner Peace in Times of Uncertainty, Fill Your Cup: Emotional Wellness For Exhausted Educators and Unleash Your Groove® Drumming Workshop: Belonging and Team Building. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mike Veny for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Mike Veny generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shawn Achor, Adrian Gostick, Amanda Gore, Jenn Lim and Adam Markel. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mike Veny for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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