BIO

Michelle Mills-Porter is a veteran a multi-award-winning CEO, a Tsunami survivor, a renowned Human Behaviour Expert whose life experiences have shaped her into a powerhouse on stage. Michelle’s journey to becoming a professional Speaker is as extraordinary as her insights.

Surviving one of the greatest natural disasters in living memory, the Boxing Day Tsunami, shifted Michelle’s entire trajectory. What she witnessed in the aftermath—a raw and unfiltered display of humanity—profoundly changed her understanding of human behaviour. Michelle discovered that in the face of extreme adversity, the core of our shared humanity shines brightest, revealing boundless compassion, resilience, and collaboration.

For the past 20 years, Michelle has harnessed these insights through rigorous research and development, creating pioneering analysis tools that have made her a recognised authority in her field. Her ability to decode what truly motivates us as individuals and teams is unparalleled. She understands what drives engagement, encourages powerful communication, and unlocks peak performance—and she delivers this wisdom in a way that is both transformative and actionable.

Michelle is a master storyteller, known for her authenticity and deep connection with her audiences. Described as having “a heart as big as the sky,” she can effortlessly lead an audience from laughter to tears, creating a memorable, emotional experience that leaves a lasting impact.

But more than just inspiring, Michelle drives action - her talks don’t just move the audience—they mobilise them. If you’re looking for a Speaker who will energise, engage, and empower your audience, Michelle Mills-Porter is the one who will elevate your event to unforgettable heights.

Speech topics:

 “The Astonishing Advantages of the Neurodivergent” - As a late diagnosed neurodivergent, Michelle is keen on looking at whether we are looking at the areas of neurodivergence as a problem that requires support, rather than equipping neurodivergents to shine. With a fresh perspective Michelle will explore the possibility that those who have changed society for the better, may very well have been neurodivergent. How could we celebrate neurodivergence and encourage it into our organisations. This talk has been described as the talk of the day by delegates at conferences recently, by Heads of People, Talent Acquisition managers and Heads of HR . Includes a brilliant check list of neurodivergent superpowers as well as some really simple areas of potential support that we may not have thought of.

“The Magnificence of Humanity” - learnings from the aftermath of the Tsunami, it is empowering, moving and helps those needing to remember the bigger picture, or to re-engage.

“Empower, Engage, Excel” Is about bringing teams back together, through empowering leadership, and is often used after re-shapes, redundancies or mergers.

“Resilience Reframed” Everyone suffers some sort of adversity, resilience doesn’t have to roar.

“Finding Fulfilment for mental wellness” Identifies their delegates driving forces and gives them really tools to use immediately.

“The SuperPower of Reading People” How to identity behaviour types by what people wear, body language, the words they use.

“Communication Mastery” Reading behaviour types and how to adapt to build deeper rapport.

Testimonials

“WOW!!!. Extremely personable and gregarious, Michelle’s impact as a thinker and speaker is most impressive, her vast knowledge is astonishing.”
Malcolm Budd, Rolls Royce

 “She energises, excites, inspires and engages her audience, Bravo, and thank you, Michelle!”

Ruth McCammot, BP

“She brought the audience to tears, then laughter and to their feet in a standing ovation. Amazing!”
Harry Purewal, Consultant

 “It was an honour to introduce you to the audience and a blessing to hear you share your story as our closing keynote speaker. You’re a start, keep shining brightly you rocked!”
Duncan Spencer, Head of Advice and Practise IOSH

“When Michelle came to speak for us, it turned out to be one of the most memorable days for many of the Year 10 students and for staff alike. Michelle’s delivery was simply captivating. From the opening of the talk, the entire audience was gripped: they pictured, felt and shared every moment of her incredible story and, by the end of the talk, were totally inspired to take stock, but more importantly, take action to become magnificent! Michelle’s warm and empathetic style of delivery was well-suited to her audience. Michelle was honest and spoke with such integrity that the day was, quite simply, a privilege to be a part of.”

Miss T. Goodyear, Deputy Head King Edward VI Grammar School

Further information, please get in touch with Deborah:

hello@papillonspeakers.com

07814 934740