Ed Jackson

Overcoming the Impossible: Ed Jackson’s Journey from Quadriplegic to Mountain Climber

Sports Personality

Inspirational Speaker and Adventurer

Former Professional Rugby Player
Adventurer and Charity Founder
Sunday Times Bestselling Author of ‘Lucky’
Motivational Speaker Specializing in Resilience and Adversity

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What Ed Jackson's clients say

Here is some of the feedback from audiences and clients who have worked with Ed.

"Ed ran two sessions over Zoom for around 165 colleagues at Diageo. With resilience as the key theme, Ed ran us through his inspiring story and provided the teams with a really clear summary of relatable and relevant advice. The feedback has been fantastic, with team members coming away inspired, more hopeful and significantly more positive about how we can reframe the challenges we're facing at the moment and come out stronger."

Sally Cannon,

Head of Field Sales,

Diageo

"Ed truly has an amazing story to tell and his presentation style is confident yet humble which made for a great keynote talk that was enthused over by all attendees."

Natasha Preocanin,

Associate Director,

In-house Recruitment Network

"Made a tangible impact on my staff who were hugely complimentary about Ed's inspirational talk. Highly recommend for any team going through a period of change or transformation."

Gareth Nokes,

Chief Financial Officer,

Aspen

"Very inspiring talk from Ed Jackson at Microsoft yesterday. Incredible story, amazing what can be achieved with the right mind set and determination. Highly recommend."

Iwan Evans,

Director Customer Programs,

Microsoft

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Ed Jackson's 2024 biography

Early Life and Career

Ed Jackson, a former professional rugby player, had a promising career until a life-changing accident in 2017 left him quadriplegic. Diving into the shallow end of a swimming pool resulted in a severe spinal injury, threatening his mobility and life.

Journey to Recovery

Despite the devastating prognosis, Ed’s determination led him to defy the odds. Through intense rehabilitation, he progressed from limited arm movement to standing, walking, and eventually climbing mountains. His recovery story, filled with perseverance and resilience, inspires many.

Adventurer and Charity Work

Ed’s experience ignited his passion for adventure and helping others. He founded the charity Millimetres to Mountains, supporting individuals facing mental and physical challenges. Ed’s adventures, including scaling peaks like Snowdon, symbolize overcoming life’s obstacles.

Author and Speaker

Ed’s autobiography, ‘Lucky’, became a Sunday Times bestseller, sharing his journey and the power of a positive mindset. As a speaker, Ed captivates audiences with his story, encouraging them to tackle adversity with resilience and determination. His talks cover themes such as personal growth, mental health, and achieving the impossible.