Andy Puddicombe is a meditation and mindfulness expert. With a unique background as a former ordained Buddhist monk, Andy has dedicated his life to sharing the transformative power of meditation. His engaging presence and compelling delivery have made him a sought after high-performance speakers in the realm of mental health and mindfulness.
In his early career, Andy made pivotal decisions that shaped his future. In 1994, he relinquished his university studies in sports science to travel to Asia, where he trained as a Buddhist monk and was eventually fully ordained at a Tibetan monastery in India. This profound experience laid the foundation for his passion for meditation. On his return to London, he subsequently set up a private meditation practice and worked for four years as a mindfulness consultant. His early work in teaching meditation, including a notable stint in Russia, allowed him to gain invaluable insights into the global applicability of mindfulness, ultimately guiding him towards a mission of spreading peace and balance across diverse cultures.
More recently, Andy has achieved remarkable milestones that have solidified his reputation as an industry leader. In 2010, Andy co-founded Headspace, a digital company specialising in mental health and mindfulness, and quickly followed it up in 2012 with the Headspace App, which has been downloaded 80 million times and is used in over 190 Countries. His literary contributions, including the 2015 publication “The Headspace Guide to… a Mindful Pregnancy” and “The Headspace Diet”, published in 2013, further underline his commitment to accessible mindfulness practices. Additionally, his media appearances, such as his appearance on BBC “Horizon: The Truth about Personality”, and his engaging TED Talk, “All it Takes is 10 Mindful Minutes”, which has been viewed over 5 million times, have broadened his influence.
Today, Andy is hired by organisations seeking not only to enhance productivity but also to foster a culture of mental clarity and resilience. His extensive experience, innovative digital initiatives, and captivating public speaking skills make him the ideal candidate for any event aiming to empower participants through mindfulness. Andy Puddicombe remains at the forefront of mental health innovation, offering a blend of ancient wisdom and modern technology that resonates with audiences across the globe.
