Room Eleven was born out of profound personal loss – the stillbirth of our daughter Billie. In the aftermath, we found strength through sharing our story, learning from others, and turning grief into meaningful action. This journey sparked a mission: to empower others with the tools to navigate life’s most challenging moments, while raising awareness of stillbirth and pregnancy loss.

Rob Saunders is the founder of Room Eleven, a social enterprise inspired by a deeply personal experience—the stillbirth of his daughter Billie in 2019. Since then, Rob has dedicated his life to raising awareness for pregnancy loss, supporting bereaved families, and promoting resilience and growth through storytelling and endurance challenges.

In his previous life, Rob spent 12 years in the hotel industry, working with major hotel brands such as Hilton, IHG, TFE, Accor and more, managing infrastructure and compliance, to training and leading diverse teams. He helped ensure exceptional experiences for all guests—from local couples seeking a weekend getaway, to celebrities, politicians and even English royalty.

In 2014, Rob quit his job, sold his car & apartment, and embarked on his first endurance challenge—a 1,500 km solo trek down Japan. Since then, he has completed numerous endurance feats, from competing in the 42.2km Melbourne marathon, scooting the length of Ireland, climbing Mount Fuji twice, and running every single day for a full year to raise awareness for stillbirth. He is currently preparing for a Guinness World Record attempt, aiming to scoot over 270 km in 24 hours to raise funds to establish a Pregnancy After Loss Clinic at the Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne.

Rob is also a published author, having shared his journey through Japan in an anthology series alongside some of the world’s most celebrated adventurers, including Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Levison Wood. His contribution highlights his passion for exploration and resilience, placing him in the company of legendary figures in the adventure world.

Rob’s talks are raw, deeply personal, and emotionally charged. He doesn’t just share stories, he invites audiences into his experiences, blending vulnerability with powerful insights on resilience and growth. These are authentic, heartfelt sessions that leave a lasting impact, not flashy, high-energy performances. Expect big laughs, quiet moments of reflection, and honest conversations that resonate long after the talk ends.

If you're looking for a speaker who will connect deeply with your audience and leave them feeling inspired, Rob Saunders delivers every time.

• Raise Awareness: Shine a light on stillbirth, pregnancy loss, and the importance of open conversations about grief.

• Inspire Growth: Help individuals and communities transform grief into resilience and growth through education and actionable tools.

• Build Community: Create spaces where bereaved families feel supported, understood, and connected.

• Drive Change: Advocate for improved research, awareness campaigns, and support systems for those affected by stillbirth and infant loss.

Talks & Workshops: Sharing insights about grief, resilience, and growth through engaging and transformative sessions.

Fundraising Events: Raising awareness and funds through endurance challenges that support families navigating grief and hardship while fueling meaningful research.

Creative Projects: Developing innovative initiatives like the Still Billie Box and creative challenges that unite awareness with action.

Advocacy & Research: Partnering with organisations and contributing to research with Mater in Queensland and the University of Utah CRE to enhance outcomes and support for bereaved families.

• Room Eleven symbolises a space where transformation begins – a place to process grief, share stories, and discover hope. It serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, light and growth are possible.