Nina Elegba is the founder of Recess Living, a creative wellness events company focused on
creating healthier ways to work and live.
 
Recess Living exists to help establish more mindful moments at work, at home, and the
moments in between, with innovative solutions including creative workshops, supper clubs,
retreats and corporate events programmes.
 
After a period of corporate burnout, whilst working as a Television Production Manager Nina
found the power of what she calls ‘meditation for doers’, and discovered that busying her hands
could quieten her mind.
 
From this Recess Living was born, with the mission to bring the conversation around mental
health into warm and welcoming spaces. Since 2020 she’s helped 1000s of individuals and
companies such as Hello Fresh, Soho House, Matches Fashion, Deloitte, and RSA with
creative workshops, supper clubs, and more.
 
Nina is committed to promoting mental health advocacy and fostering open conversations about
mental health, especially in marginalize communities. Through her speaking engagements,
workshops, and collaborations, She hopes to inspire and empower others to take action toward
better mental health and well-being.