A professional surfer for more than 10 years, Cooper Chapman grew up in Narrabeen in New South Wales, Australia. Cooper’s interest in mental health was prompted by his father’s bout with depression and the suicide of two family friends. Meditating on a regular basis and practicing mindfulness helps Cooper manage his anxiety and perform at a high level, whether he’s competing or giving a speech.

With a low-key, caring manner that connects with all audiences, Cooper Chapman has trained thousands of Australian students, teachers, athletes, and corporates to increase their mental strength, and resilience, through his organisation The Good Human Factory. Using the science-backed methods of mindfulness, empathy, kindness, and gratitude, Cooper gives his audiences practical tools they can use day-to-day to manage life’s stresses.