Speakers

Patrick Ball is one of the biggest addiction motivational speakers in the UK and will be sharing his signature presentation "Hiding Addiction In The Workplace" educating attendees around alcohol problems and substance abuse in the workplace.

"Doctors Told Me I'd Be Dead By Christmas"

Patrick is a recovering alcohol addict who surrendered to alcohol and drugs on the 29th of July 2019. Something broke inside him at 8am that day after realising the impact that his drinking and drug abuse was having on his family and career.

He shares his story across the World's largest organisations about working for some of the biggest companies in the UK and shares his experiences of how people cover up their problem, hide it from their families and peers, but most importantly the health and safety risks associated with addiction.

We often only hear about the stories where workers have lost their jobs, but Patrick drums home the importance of coming forward if you are struggling and the support your company will give if you do open up.

He shows the health and safety risks of coming into work under the influence, as well as the danger you could be putting yourself and fellow colleagues under if you cover up for someone you know could have a problem. He will give tips on how to spot signs of alcohol problems and substance abuse in the workplace and how to approach someone who may be struggling.