Declan Edwards is a recognised leader in happiness and positive psychology who has dedicated his career to one purpose: growing global happiness.
As the founder of BU Happiness College, an award-winning social enterprise, Declan and his team are making the science of happiness accessible and practical for people and workplaces around the world.
With a Bachelor of Health from the University of Newcastle and a Master’s in Positive Psychology from Central Queensland University, Declan combines academic expertise with a hands-on approach to happiness.
His work has been featured in top publications like the Harvard Business Review, Psychology Today, and the ABC. He’s also a sought-after speaker, having delivered inspiring talks for organisations such as the United Nations, TEDx, The Red Cross, and Westpac Rescue Helicopter.
Declan’s presentations are engaging, evidence-based, and full of practical strategies. Audiences leave not only inspired but also empowered to make the world a little bit happier.
Feedback from previous event attendees and organisers:
- Nick Stewart, Partner at Wilton Lemke Stewart: "We had Declan into our office to complete a couple of workshops with our team. It was a great opportunity to learn our teams' strengths and strengthen the relationship between the team members as well."
- Ami Assigal, CEO & Founder of iHealth Clinics: "I had the best experience with Declan and the team. From my personal to my professional life I still find myself going over the learnings even years on."
- Dr Megan Lee, Lecturer at Bond University: "Declan has a fun, engaging, intelligent and relatable delivery of evidence-based research on happiness that cannot fail to engage the audience. Declan is a breath of fresh air in lecture delivery which is well-researched, entertaining, and energising."
- AJ Mills, previous keynote attendee: "Declan is a passionate and engaging speaker and his Workplace Happiness presentation made so much sense. We're looking forward to working with BU Happiness College to strengthen staff engagement, improve culture and leadership, build resilience and make our workplace a happier place to be."
- Daniel Latter, previous keynote organiser: "The insights Declan has given me a far beyond what you will find in the mainstream, and I can’t get enough. The experience of seeing him speak has reinforced my existing values, challenged my mindset and encouraged self reflection and self development."
Languages: English
Country: Australia
Talks
A detailed virtual session providing inspiring insights and practical happiness skills.
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An interactive virtual session with questions, answers, and hands on practice.
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A combined virtual session that integrates insights and implementation
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