Welcome
EMPOWERING CHANGE THROUGH
REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE
Johnny Reidy shares his powerful journey of transformation from a life of crime and addiction to one of purpose, growth, and impact. Through raw honesty and lived experience, Johnny speaks to schools, prisons, businesses and communities to inspire real change.
Companies and Partners I’ve Proudly Worked With
I’ve had the privilege of working with a range of organisations that are committed to making a real difference whether through employee wellbeing, community outreach, or social impact initiatives. Together, we’ve delivered powerful sessions that inspire change, build resilience, and promote meaningful conversations in the workplace and beyond.
About Johnny
My Story
My name is Johnny Reidy, and for many years I was lost caught in a cycle of crime, violence, and addiction. But that’s not where my story ends.
I grew up battling severe dyslexia, which left me feeling isolated and ashamed from an early age. I wasn’t a bad kid. In fact, I came from a good, hard-working family. But low self-esteem and a lack of support pushed me down a path of crime that escalated fast—from fights in my teens to armed robberies, gang violence, and serious prison time.
Johnny Reidy
Mission
and Purpose
I’m not here to preach. I’m here to show that real change is possible, no matter how far gone you feel.
My mission is simple:
Who I Speak To
Reaching People Where It Matters Most
Bringing real stories, hard-earned wisdom, and genuine connection to every audience. From classrooms to boardrooms, prison wings to youth centres, I speak to people where they are—sharing lived experience and practical tools for change. My talks are shaped by raw honesty and a deep belief that it’s never too late to turn things around. I work with:
Schools & Colleges
Inspiring young people with real stories and life lessons before it’s too late.
Prisons
Speaking from lived experience to offer a blueprint for reform and rehabilitation.
Businesses and Corporate Groups
Delivering talks on mindset, resilience, and the power of choice.
Community Projects & Youth Initiatives
Reaching underserved areas with tools, hope, and support.
Key Topics & Themes
What I Talk About And Why It Matters
Johnny’s sessions are flexible and tailored for each audience, but they always come back to the following themes:
The Power of Choice
We can’t always change our circumstances, but we can change our response.
Building Self-Worth
How low self-esteem feeds negative cycles—and how to rebuild it.
Mindfulness & Mental Health
Practical tools to stay present, manage emotions, and make better decisions.
Purpose & Meaning
Finding what gets you out of bed in the morning and keeps you moving forward.
Fitness & Discipline
How body and mind training helped anchor my recovery.
Tools for Change
What to do when you're ready not just why you should be.
What I offer
Offerings
Keynote Talks
Honest, raw, and deeply motivational.
Workshops
Deeper dives into topics like purpose, mindset, wellbeing, and life skills.
Q&A and Group Discussions
Candid conversations tailored to participants.
Online & In Person Engagements
Flexible delivery to meet the needs of schools, prisons, and organisations.
Testimonial
What They Say
