Jamie McAnsh

"The way Jamie shared his experience and insights resonated deeply with our team here at Reed & Mackay. Many of us left the event feeling inspired, motivated and uplifted. His words sparked some meaningful conversation and a renewed sense of purpose within our company, especially during wellness season. We really appreciated his willingness to share his journey and we hope to be in touch in the future to arrange further events!"

Reed & Mackay

Jamie McAnsh – First Person with Bilateral CRPS to Summit Mount Kilimanjaro & Recipient of a Brave Briton Award

Jamie McAnsh is an inspirational adventurer, award-winning athlete and motivational speaker whose extraordinary resilience has redefined the meaning of determination. Paralysed overnight in 2014 and diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Jamie refused to let his condition define him. Since then, he has achieved an incredible series of world-firsts, including becoming the first person with CRPS to reach Mount Everest Base Camp on crutches and the first person with bilateral CRPS to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. A multi-award-winning campaigner, Forbes council member and founder of See No Bounds, Jamie inspires audiences to face adversity with courage, adaptability and purpose.

Speaking Topics:

Diversity & Inclusion
Dealing with Change
Resilience & Overcoming Challenges
Goal Setting & Teamwork
What Makes Good Leaders & Managers
Motivation & Inspiration

Credentials and Impact

Jamie’s story began with an unexpected life-changing moment in 2014 when he woke up paralysed from the waist down. Despite the devastating diagnosis of CRPS, he refused to surrender to circumstance. Instead, he channelled his energy into breaking barriers and inspiring others through his achievements. He became the first person to climb Pen y Fan Mountain on his hands, the first wheelchair user to complete the 30k WAAT4 Challenge across the Brecon Beacons, and the first disabled player to compete in the Welsh Open Squash Tournament. His passion for pushing boundaries has seen him complete 12 extreme challenges in 12 months, raise over £250,000 for charity, represent Wales in wheelchair rugby and hand-cycle 100 miles in 13 hours. In 2022, Jamie reached Mount Everest Base Camp on crutches, followed by a historic climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in 2024, becoming the first person with bilateral CRPS to achieve this feat.

Beyond his physical accomplishments, Jamie has built a successful career as the Founder of See No Bounds, an inclusion-led business community, and was appointed to the Forbes DEI and HR Council in 2025. His remarkable journey has earned him numerous accolades, including the Brave Briton Award, the Charles Holland “Against All Odds” Award and the WAAT4 Greatest Achievement Award.

Publications and Media

Jamie’s extraordinary journey has been widely shared through numerous podcasts, radio and television appearances, where he continues to inspire audiences with his message of resilience, inclusion and positivity. He has been featured on BBC Radio Wales, ITV News Wales and Sky Sports News, discussing his record-breaking challenges and advocacy for disability awareness. Jamie has also appeared on several leading podcasts, including The Mindset Mentor and The Sporting Edge, where he shares lessons on overcoming adversity, building confidence and achieving success through self-belief. His media presence highlights his passion for breaking barriers, fostering inclusivity and motivating others to see possibilities where others see limitations.

Why Book Jamie?

Audiences book Jamie for his powerful, authentic and deeply motivating story of resilience, adaptability and purpose. His keynotes explore how to overcome adversity, build mental strength and embrace change with courage and optimism. Drawing from his journey of waking up paralysed, surviving cancer and achieving world-first expeditions with CRPS, Jamie inspires audiences to challenge their limits and reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth.

A passionate and engaging communicator, he combines humour, honesty and practical insight to deliver talks that resonate across corporate, educational and sporting environments. Jamie’s acclaimed TEDx Talk, “Get Back Up“, encapsulates his philosophy of perseverance and has become a defining message for those seeking motivation in the face of challenge. Whether addressing leaders, teams or communities, Jamie leaves audiences with a renewed sense of determination, confidence and belief that no obstacle is insurmountable.

To book Jamie to speak at your event, call SpeakOut on +44 (0) 20 8914 8966. Alternatively, complete our contact form to begin your enquiry.