About Michael
Michael Maisey is a speaker, leadership and behaviour change specialist, charity founder, best selling author who shares a deeply personal story of adversity, recovery, and transformation. After a troubled youth that led him into prison and addiction, Michael found a different path and has been sober since 2007.
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Today he speaks with honesty and compassion about what it means to rebuild a life, take responsibility, and keep moving forward when things feel impossible. His words come from lived experience, not theory.
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Michael’s talks often leave audiences feeling uplifted, with a renewed sense of purpose, belief in their own potential, and hope in the power of human change.
What People Are Saying
"Michael's talk was truly inspiring. He has a unique ability to connect with his audience and inspire them to take action. I would highly recommend him as a speaker."
Dame Carol Black
- Home Office
"Michael spoke at our graduation for the class of 2023 and everyone in attendance was deeply moved and inspired by his story, it gave us all hope that change is possible even if you have had a very difficult beginning."
Brian Nixon
- Head of School TASIS
"Michael is an exceptional speaker who delivers powerful messages with passion and conviction. He has a unique ability to inspire people to take action and achieve their goals."
Joanne Barnes
- CEO Nexus
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Michael’s New Book:
Change Is Possible
Michael’s latest book is now live on Amazon.
This one comes from a real place — a journey of turning pain into purpose, and showing that change is possible, no matter where you start.
If you’re ready for something honest, something that might just shift how you see your own life… it’s there waiting for you.
