Dr. Greg Wells

Dr. Greg Wells

Keynote Speaker: Performance Physiologist, Five-Time Bestselling Author & Peak Performance Expert

Dr. Greg Wells Biography

Dr. Greg Wells is a scientist, human physiologist, and best-selling author who translates complex science into practical strategies to help people craft healthy, sustainable high performance.

After breaking his neck at age 15 and returning to elite level swimming, he completed endurance events like the Nanisivik Marathon 600 miles north of the Arctic Circle, Ironman Canada, and the Tour d'Afrique, an 11,000 km cycling race that is the longest in the world.

Dr. Wells earned a PhD in Human Physiology, was a tenured professor at the University of Toronto, and is now a Senior Scientist at SickKids Hospital.

He has written five bestselling books and hosted the award-winning "Superbodies" series which aired on Olympic broadcasts worldwide in 2010 and 2012.

  1. Wells’ moonshot is to solve the billion-person problem of sleeplessness, metabolic syndrome, inactivity, and mental health so everyone can live a limitless life.

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Dr. Greg Wells Speaking Topics

The Art & Science of Peak Performance

How We Can Maintain Healthy High Performance in Times of Change

In this era of rapid change and challenge, people are facing skyrocketing stress and burnout. The demand to deliver better outcomes, higher results, and more impact has never been greater.

In this presentation, Dr. Greg Wells shares the insights from his international bestsellers, "The Ripple Effect" and "Powerhouse," that bridge cutting-edge science with actionable strategies to help people craft healthy, sustainable high performance.

Through stories, science and clear strategies, Dr. Wells shows your how to elevate your energy, shift from tension to flow, and craft high performance in the face of uncertainty, and rapid change.

You'll learn to leverage the twin cycles of peak performance, tactics to help you recover and recharge faster, and how to implement techniques to achieve peak performance in demanding conditions.

In this session, you and your team will learn:

  • The Change > Stress > Adaptation Pathway: How elite performers avoid burnout and achieve personal growth.
  • Transforming Stress into Adaptatin: How to harness stress as a powerful catalyst for positive mental and physical growth.
  • The Twin Cycles of Peak Performance: How elite performers in all disciplines alternate cycles of peak performance with deep rest to return to balance.

This session is a roadmap to sustainable, healthy high performance. Dr. Wells provides a scientific yet accessible path to amplify your abilities without succumbing to fatigue and burnout. Through engaging stories and relatable examples, you'll gain practical tactics that you can implement immediately to enhance both your personal and professional life.

The Adaptation Advantage

How High Performers Can Thrive in an Era of Change

In an era of rapid disruption and uncertainty, the ability to adapt to change isn't just beneficial—it's essential. Global shifts, technological advancements, and unforeseen challenges are rapidly transforming the way we live and work. Amidst these changes, high performers are expected to deliver more impactful results than ever before.

Drawing on research on human physiology — and field-tested with elite performers — Dr. Greg Wells delves into the science of how to navigate disruption and achieve growth and high performance at the same time.

By leveraging insights from human physiology, he offers practical strategies to leverage stress, recover effectively, and achieve peak performance even in the most challenging environments.

This session is based on insights from his bestselling book, "Powerhouse: Protect Your Energy, Optimize Your Health, and Supercharge Your Performance," beginning with Dr. Wells showing audiences why and how to harness adaptation as a catalyst for growth, implement recovery strategies, and develop the mindset needed to excel in rapidly changing environments.

In this session, you and your team will learn:

  • How the Brain Processes Change: Understand how we perceive and respond to change, and how to rewire your thinking for positive adaptation.
  • Physiological Adaptation Mechanisms: Discover how the body adapts to stress in both the short and long term, and how to support this natural process.
  • The Scientific Shift for Positive Growth: Uncover the key physiological approach that enables leaders and teams to adapt positively and thrive.

Dr. Wells’s presentation provides a scientific foundation for understanding the physiology and psychology of change and helps people transform challenges into opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The Ripple Effect

Sleep, Eat, Move & Think for Better Health & Wellbeing

Sleepless nights, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and mental health struggles have become the norm. The challenges may seem overwhelming, but the solution lies in making small, consistent changes that create a ripple effect throughout every aspect of our lives.

In this presentation or workshop based on his global bestseller, "The Ripple Effect," Dr. Greg Wells decodes the science behind optimal health and wellness so students and educators can achieve better health and wellbeing every day.

He reveals the science behind how incremental improvements in sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset can dramatically enhance well-being and performance to ignite a chain ripple effect of positive outcomes.

In this session, you and your team will learn how to:

  • Master the Art of 1% Wins: Learn how tiny, incremental changes in your habits, routines, and rituals can lead to exponential results.
  • Sleep Your Way to Success: Uncover strategies to decompress from busy days, fall asleep faster, and stay asleep longer for optimal recovery.
  • Heal Your Brain and Body: Discover the foods that boost brain function, enhance mood, and help you recover from stress.
  • Move to Improve: Understand how physical activity enhances your health and sparks creativity, learning, and problem-solving.
  • Focus Deeply in an Era of Distraction: Learn practices to control your attention, overcome digital distractions, and increase productivity.

This keynote offers a roadmap to living and working smarter, not harder, even in challenging times. Dr. Wells translates scientific research into clear, actionable tactics that you can implement immediately. Through practical advice and real-world examples, you'll see how small daily decisions can create a ripple effect that improves every area of your life.

STEM 2.0: The New Science of Learning

Spark Learning by Sleeping, Thinking, Eating and Moving Better

Educators know that healthy students learn better and achieve more. Scientific research confirms that small improvements in physical and mental health can significantly boost academic performance and unlock human potential.

However, with increasing rates of stress-related illnesses, mental health issues, and physical inactivity, the need for solutions in education is more critical than ever.

Drawing from his global bestseller, "The Ripple Effect," Dr. Wells offers practical, science-based strategies to improve sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset to help educators and students perform at their best while improving overall health and wellbeing.

In this session, participants will learn about:

  • The Impact of Small Changes: How 1% improvements in habits, routines, and rituals can lead to significant enhancements in health and learning outcomes.
  • The Crucial Role of Sleep: Why quality sleep is essential for learning, memory formation, and mental health, and how to promote better sleep habits among students and staff.
  • Nutrition for Optimal Brain Function: The foods that enhance cognitive performance, support mental clarity, and facilitate the creation of memories.
  • Movement and Cognitive Development: How physical activity boosts problem-solving skills, creativity, and mood, and strategies to integrate movement into the day.
  • Building Focus and Attention: Techniques to help students and educators control attention, manage distractions, and improve concentration in a digital world.

This keynote or workshop provides educators with the why and how to implement science-backed strategies that help students and educators sleep soundly, eat smarter, move more, and think clearly, leading to improved well-being and academic performance.

Dr. Greg Wells Videos

Dr. Greg Wells Speaking Reel
Dr. Greg Wells - Get In The Zone
Dr. Greg Wells - Toronto Stock Exchange

How do I book Dr. Greg Wells to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Greg Wells for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Greg Wells, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Greg Wells or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Dr. Greg Wells for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Dr. Greg Wells, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Greg Wells are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Greg Wells, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Greg Wells speak about?

Dr. Greg Wells is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Neuroscience, Psychology, Social Sciences, Personal Growth, Author and Non-Fiction Authors.

Where does Dr. Greg Wells travel from?

Dr. Greg Wells generally travels from Toronto, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Greg Wells?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Greg Wells for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Greg Wells for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Greg Wells or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Dr. Greg Wells is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Peak Performance, Health & Wellness and Mental Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Greg Wells for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. Greg Wells generally travels from Toronto, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Kristen Lee, Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio and Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Greg Wells for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/12/2025.

Dr. Greg Wells Speaking Topics

  • The Art & Science of Peak Performance

    How We Can Maintain Healthy High Performance in Times of Change

    In this era of rapid change and challenge, people are facing skyrocketing stress and burnout. The demand to deliver better outcomes, higher results, and more impact has never been greater.

    In this presentation, Dr. Greg Wells shares the insights from his international bestsellers, "The Ripple Effect" and "Powerhouse," that bridge cutting-edge science with actionable strategies to help people craft healthy, sustainable high performance.

    Through stories, science and clear strategies, Dr. Wells shows your how to elevate your energy, shift from tension to flow, and craft high performance in the face of uncertainty, and rapid change.

    You'll learn to leverage the twin cycles of peak performance, tactics to help you recover and recharge faster, and how to implement techniques to achieve peak performance in demanding conditions.

    In this session, you and your team will learn:

    • The Change > Stress > Adaptation Pathway: How elite performers avoid burnout and achieve personal growth.
    • Transforming Stress into Adaptatin: How to harness stress as a powerful catalyst for positive mental and physical growth.
    • The Twin Cycles of Peak Performance: How elite performers in all disciplines alternate cycles of peak performance with deep rest to return to balance.

    This session is a roadmap to sustainable, healthy high performance. Dr. Wells provides a scientific yet accessible path to amplify your abilities without succumbing to fatigue and burnout. Through engaging stories and relatable examples, you'll gain practical tactics that you can implement immediately to enhance both your personal and professional life.

  • The Adaptation Advantage

    How High Performers Can Thrive in an Era of Change

    In an era of rapid disruption and uncertainty, the ability to adapt to change isn't just beneficial—it's essential. Global shifts, technological advancements, and unforeseen challenges are rapidly transforming the way we live and work. Amidst these changes, high performers are expected to deliver more impactful results than ever before.

    Drawing on research on human physiology — and field-tested with elite performers — Dr. Greg Wells delves into the science of how to navigate disruption and achieve growth and high performance at the same time.

    By leveraging insights from human physiology, he offers practical strategies to leverage stress, recover effectively, and achieve peak performance even in the most challenging environments.

    This session is based on insights from his bestselling book, "Powerhouse: Protect Your Energy, Optimize Your Health, and Supercharge Your Performance," beginning with Dr. Wells showing audiences why and how to harness adaptation as a catalyst for growth, implement recovery strategies, and develop the mindset needed to excel in rapidly changing environments.

    In this session, you and your team will learn:

    • How the Brain Processes Change: Understand how we perceive and respond to change, and how to rewire your thinking for positive adaptation.
    • Physiological Adaptation Mechanisms: Discover how the body adapts to stress in both the short and long term, and how to support this natural process.
    • The Scientific Shift for Positive Growth: Uncover the key physiological approach that enables leaders and teams to adapt positively and thrive.

    Dr. Wells’s presentation provides a scientific foundation for understanding the physiology and psychology of change and helps people transform challenges into opportunities for personal and professional growth.

  • The Ripple Effect

    Sleep, Eat, Move & Think for Better Health & Wellbeing

    Sleepless nights, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and mental health struggles have become the norm. The challenges may seem overwhelming, but the solution lies in making small, consistent changes that create a ripple effect throughout every aspect of our lives.

    In this presentation or workshop based on his global bestseller, "The Ripple Effect," Dr. Greg Wells decodes the science behind optimal health and wellness so students and educators can achieve better health and wellbeing every day.

    He reveals the science behind how incremental improvements in sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset can dramatically enhance well-being and performance to ignite a chain ripple effect of positive outcomes.

    In this session, you and your team will learn how to:

    • Master the Art of 1% Wins: Learn how tiny, incremental changes in your habits, routines, and rituals can lead to exponential results.
    • Sleep Your Way to Success: Uncover strategies to decompress from busy days, fall asleep faster, and stay asleep longer for optimal recovery.
    • Heal Your Brain and Body: Discover the foods that boost brain function, enhance mood, and help you recover from stress.
    • Move to Improve: Understand how physical activity enhances your health and sparks creativity, learning, and problem-solving.
    • Focus Deeply in an Era of Distraction: Learn practices to control your attention, overcome digital distractions, and increase productivity.

    This keynote offers a roadmap to living and working smarter, not harder, even in challenging times. Dr. Wells translates scientific research into clear, actionable tactics that you can implement immediately. Through practical advice and real-world examples, you'll see how small daily decisions can create a ripple effect that improves every area of your life.

  • STEM 2.0: The New Science of Learning

    Spark Learning by Sleeping, Thinking, Eating and Moving Better

    Educators know that healthy students learn better and achieve more. Scientific research confirms that small improvements in physical and mental health can significantly boost academic performance and unlock human potential.

    However, with increasing rates of stress-related illnesses, mental health issues, and physical inactivity, the need for solutions in education is more critical than ever.

    Drawing from his global bestseller, "The Ripple Effect," Dr. Wells offers practical, science-based strategies to improve sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset to help educators and students perform at their best while improving overall health and wellbeing.

    In this session, participants will learn about:

    • The Impact of Small Changes: How 1% improvements in habits, routines, and rituals can lead to significant enhancements in health and learning outcomes.
    • The Crucial Role of Sleep: Why quality sleep is essential for learning, memory formation, and mental health, and how to promote better sleep habits among students and staff.
    • Nutrition for Optimal Brain Function: The foods that enhance cognitive performance, support mental clarity, and facilitate the creation of memories.
    • Movement and Cognitive Development: How physical activity boosts problem-solving skills, creativity, and mood, and strategies to integrate movement into the day.
    • Building Focus and Attention: Techniques to help students and educators control attention, manage distractions, and improve concentration in a digital world.

    This keynote or workshop provides educators with the why and how to implement science-backed strategies that help students and educators sleep soundly, eat smarter, move more, and think clearly, leading to improved well-being and academic performance.

Dr. Greg Wells Videos

Dr. Greg Wells Speaking Reel
Dr. Greg Wells - Get In The Zone
Dr. Greg Wells - Toronto Stock Exchange
Dr. Greg Wells - The Ripple Effect and Sleeping Soundly
Dr. Greg Wells - Learning Strategic Thinking & Alpha Brainwave States 07/23
  • How do I book Dr. Greg Wells to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Greg Wells for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Greg Wells, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Greg Wells or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Greg Wells for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Greg Wells, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Greg Wells are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Greg Wells, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Greg Wells speak about?

    Dr. Greg Wells is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Neuroscience, Psychology, Social Sciences, Personal Growth, Author and Non-Fiction Authors.
  • Where does Dr. Greg Wells travel from?

    Dr. Greg Wells generally travels from Toronto, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Greg Wells?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Greg Wells for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Greg Wells for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Greg Wells or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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