Jehan Casinader

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PROFILE

Jehan Casinader is a top storyteller – and one of New Zealand’s most-booked keynote speakers and MCs.

He was named “Reporter of the Year” at the New Zealand Television Awards, and “Best Political Columnist” at the Voyager Media Awards.

In the aftermath of natural disasters, terror attacks, sporting triumphs and everything in between, Jehan has helped hundreds of Kiwis and Australians to share their inspiring stories.

Jehan’s remarkable journey began at age 13, when he convinced TVNZ’s top current affairs show to give him a camera crew and allow him to film his first story. At 15, he found himself interviewing the Prime Minister in her office. At 17, he secured a weekly slot on breakfast television. By 19, he was filing stories from Cairo to New York.

What followed: a rapid rise through the fast-paced world of primetime TV. Jehan built a reputation for telling powerful stories about people who had overcome huge adversity. But behind the scenes, he had a secret: his own deep struggle with depression. While he was reporting from the Christchurch terror attack or filming in Hollywood, Jehan’s colleagues – and viewers – had no idea that he was suicidal.

In 2020, Jehan opened up about his mental health journey in a book called “This Is Not How It Ends: How rewriting your story can save your life” (HarperCollins), covering his four-year struggle with depression, and how “rewriting” his story helped him to survive.

He started his own business, teaching audiences about the power of storytelling. He has worked with hundreds of public and private organisations, transforming the way audiences think about mental health, relationships and workplace culture.

As an MC and facilitator, Jehan hosts high-profile conferences and events. As a seasoned broadcaster and interviewer, he can draw the very best out of guests from every walk of life – and lead courageous conversations about complex topics.

Jehan has a degree in public policy, and loves to explore the big issues that will shape the future of our world. As a Kiwi-born Sri Lankan, he represents the growing diversity of Australasia.

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We had every confidence Jehan would hit the mark, and he certainly did – with some of the most positive feedback we have ever had for an invited speaker. His presentation for all staff was an absolute hit, with many people continuing to talk about it.

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