Jay Pottenger
Jay Pottenger is a renowned Australian keynote speaker, mindfulness coach, and corporate wellbeing expert.[1]. As the General Manager of [EQ Minds](https://www.eqminds.com), he has gained recognition for his engaging presentations that empower individuals and organizations to optimize mental health, productivity, and overall performance. Drawing from his diverse experiences as a former athlete, corporate professional, and postgraduate in mental health and neuroscience. Jay offers practical strategies that resonate with audiences across industries[2].
Early Life and Education Jay Pottenger represented Australia in the Australian Schoolboys basketball team and later played with the Illawarra Hawks while completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Economics at the University of Wollongong [3]. He continued his semi-professional basketball career with the Parramatta Wildcats and North Sydney Bears whilst working in Sydney for a number of major banks [4]. A severe back injury in 2013 became a turning point in his life. Leading him to explore mindfulness and neuroscience as tools for personal recovery and growth after being part of a clinical trial at Neuroscience Research Australia [5]. Jay continued his education with postgraduate studies in Mental Health and Neuroscience, equipping him with a scientific foundation to address modern challenges in workplace wellbeing [6].
Career Transition to Wellbeing and Mindfulness After a successful 16-year corporate career with roles at organizations like Westpac and Deutsche Bank [7], Jay shifted his focus to mental health advocacy. He joined EQ Minds as General Manager, where he collaborates with global brands to deliver impactful workshops and keynotes [8].
Personal Life Jay Pottenger is married to Chelsea Pottenger, founder of EQ Minds, and is a fatherEQ Minds was created to educate and empower people to prioritise and care for their mental health.[9]. His personal experiences inform his practical approach to mindfulness, workplace wellbeing and performance.
Legacy Through his work at EQ Minds and beyond, Jay Pottenger continues to inspire individuals to build sustainable habits that foster mental clarity, resilience, and joy. His ability to blend science with actionable insights has make him a sought-after speaker on workplace wellbeing [10]
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- ↑ "Jay Pottenger - Keynote Speaker". EQ Minds. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Jay Pottenger". Saxton Speakers Bureau. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Illawarra Hawks II basketball team". AustraliaBasket. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Jay Pottenger Player Statistics". My Game Day. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "ACTRN12615000610538: The RESOLVE Trial for people with chronic low back pain". Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR). June 15, 2015. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Neuroscience". University of the Sunshine Coast. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "ASX Interest Rate Securities for a regular income stream" (PDF). Westpac Sharetrading. Unknown. Retrieved April 3, 2025. Check date values in:
|date=(help) - ↑ "Jay Pottenger". ICMI Speakers & Entertainers. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "About Us". EQ Minds. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Jay Pottenger". Keynote Entertainment. Retrieved April 3, 2025.
