Amy Purdy is an internationally recognised female motivational speaker, Paralympic champion, and bestselling author. Her remarkable story of resilience and creativity has inspired millions across the globe. Having overcome life-changing adversity, Amy has dedicated her life to empowering others to push past perceived limits and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Through her engaging storytelling and powerful message, Amy has become one of the most sought-after keynote speakers in the world, transforming lives and organisations with her insight and inspiration.
At the age of 19, Amy faced a life-threatening battle with Neisseria meningitidis, a bacterial infection that resulted in the loss of both legs below the knee, her spleen, and partial hearing in her left ear. Defying medical odds, Amy survived and refused to let her circumstances define her future. With remarkable determination, she returned to snowboarding just seven months after receiving her prosthetic legs. Her trailblazing efforts in the sport led her to become a three-time Paralympic medalist, earning bronze at the 2014 Sochi Paralympic Games and silver and bronze at the 2018 PyeongChang Paralympic Games. Amy’s innovative approach to adapting her prosthetics for performance has set new standards in adaptive sports.
Beyond her athletic success, Amy has profoundly impacted the adaptive sports community through her work as co-founder of Adaptive Action Sports, a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with physical disabilities through action sports. Her contributions have opened new doors for countless individuals to engage in activities such as snowboarding and skateboarding, fostering confidence, independence, and joy. Amy’s influence extends beyond the slopes, as she has become a symbol of what is possible when creativity and determination are combined.
As a speaker, Amy’s influence is unparalleled. Her TEDx talk, “Living Beyond Limits,” has been viewed by millions and is widely regarded as a top resource for aspiring TED speakers. She is also a New York Times bestselling author of On My Own Two Feet, published in over ten languages, which shares her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity. Recognised as an Oprah SuperSoul 100 thought leader, Amy continues to inspire global audiences to embrace resilience and perseverance. Through her speeches and advocacy, Amy Purdy embodies the transformative power of the human spirit, making her a true trailblazer in female motivational speaking.
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