Invite Jeff to Speak or Attend at Your Event
Jeff is recognised as one of the most Entertaining high-profile speakers, and captivates audiences with his wonderful storytelling, humour and authenticity. Jeff was recently called an event organisers' dream!
Jeff speaks at sports and business conferences, workshops, private events, and after-dinner functions. His key topics include:
- Team Culture
- Resilience
- Ambition
- Honour
- Integrity
- Team Management
- Leadership
- Personal Courage
The above are all encapsulated in twenty-five years of providing financial
advice to members of Armed Forces, followed by his seventeen-year role
as Chairman of AFC Bournemouth.
Jeff will take you behind the scenes, into the inner sanctum and share the
magical story of one of footballs greatest ever stories, guiding the club from
the depths of League Division Two, through to Premier League, saving the
club from liquidation on the journey.
About Jeff Mostyn
Jeff Mostyn is a renowned motivational speaker, the former Chairman of AFC Bournemouth, and the author of The Chairman, has been shortlisted for the 2026 ‘Football Book of the Year’ at the prestigious Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards in association with the Sunday Times.
Known for an authentic and engaging style that makes every audience member feel valued, Jeff’s leadership is defined by his ability to connect with people on a personal level.
Before transforming the landscape of English football, Jeff spent 22 successful years in financial services, specialising in work with the Armed Forces. This foundation of discipline and strategy paved the way for his most defining moment. Having funded AFC Bournemouth from October 2006, Jeff faced a pivotal crisis in 2009 when Gerald Krasner requested an additional £100,000 during a live broadcast. Jeff’s response, now legendary as the "Famous Nod" saved the club from extinction. That act of courage ignited a historic ascent from the brink of collapse to the heights of the Premier League.
Jeff has held numerous key positions within the FA Council, where his current work with the FA Disability Committee reflects a lifelong commitment to inclusivity and diversity in football. In recognition of his leadership, Jeff was awarded a Fellowship of the FA Council in 2021 and holds an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration from Bournemouth University.
Beyond the pitch, Jeff is a dedicated philanthropist. He proudly serves as a Patron for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation and acts as an Ambassador for both Julia’s House Children’s Hospice and Lewis-Manning Hospice Care.
Jeff is a regular contributor to major outlets including the BBC, Sky Sports, NBC, and TalkSport. He now shares powerful lessons on transformation and team spirit, proving that with clear purpose, any dream is within reach.
HERE'S A SMALL SELECTION OF EVENTS JEFF HAS SPOKEN AT
Jeff Mostyn’s keynotes have always been a true inspiration. At our Peer2Peer annual Summit, through his powerful storytelling and authentic leadership, he left a lasting impact on our members and guests. Jeff is, without a doubt, one of the greatest individuals of our time and a force of nature.
Simon H-C | Co-Founder at peer2peer
About The Chairman Book
Join Jeff Mostyn for a masterclass in resilience. From his defiant £100,000 pledge saving AFC Bournemouth to their historic Premier League ascent, Jeff’s journey defines leadership. A respected FA Fellow and Global Ambassador, he shares powerful lessons on transformation, proving that with purpose and team spirit.
Praise Of The Chairman
Video Interviews
The Man Who SAVED Bournemouth!
So today Gabby Logan & Mark Chapman are joined by former AFC Bournemouth chairman, Jeff Mostyn, who rescued the club from liquidation, helping Eddie Howe guide them from League Two to the Premier League to talk about the lost art of 'patience' in football.
European club IN WAITING!" Former Bournemouth chairman on GROWTH of club & what's next
On TalkSport: Former Bournemouth chairman, Jeff Mostyn, joins Jim White, Alex Crook and Steve Bruce to discuss his career and the growth of the club
AFC Bournemouth: Financial Ruin to Premier League Success
Jeff Mostyn shares how he saved AFC Bournemouth from collapse, risking his own money and facing death threats to keep the club alive. From financial ruin to Premier League success, it’s a story of loyalty, belief and refusing to give up.
Jeff Mostyn on Extraordinary life stories with John Reynolds
“Nice guys don’t win.” Jeff Mostyn proves that belief completely wrong…in style! In a world that often celebrates ego over empathy, Jeff quietly defies the narrative. Jeff is genuinely one of the nicest people I know - as well as being one of the most effective leaders I’ve ever been around.
Jeff Mostyn, Former Chairman of AFC Bournemouth - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show
The rise of AFC Bournemouth from the depths of despair in 2006 to the glorified heights of the English Premier League is one of sports greatest ever achievements. It was once described as a Hans Christian Anderson fairy story that somehow came to life.
Jeff Mostyn: The Day Bournemouth Nearly Died
In Part 1 of an extended chat with the former Chairman, Sam and Tom discuss Jeff's "lunacy" in taking on a poisoned chalice, exploring the multiple challenges that he faced along the way.
Jeff Mostyn: How Being HUMILIATED By Blyth Was BRILLIANT For Bournemouth
In Part 2 of our candid chat with Jeff Mostyn, the former chairman reveals how a humiliating FA Cup exit at the hands of Blyth Spartans was a sliding doors moment that perversely paved the way for AFC Bournemouth's future success.
Podcast Interviews
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JEFF MOSTYN | AUTHOR | MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER