Jack Hunter-Spivey
Paralympic table tennis player who was born with cerebral palsy
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About Jack Hunter-Spivey
Jack Hunter-Spivey is originally from Liverpool and was brought up on a council estate in Anfield. When London won the Olympic and Paralympic bid in 2005, 10-year-old Jack was playing table tennis in a youth club in Widnes. It was at that point that he decided that he wanted to play in the Paralympic Games in London 2012, and began working towards that dream. Although he just missed out on selection for London, Jack went on to achieve his dream of representing Paralympics GB in Rio 2016.
Jack Hunter-Spivey won his first international singles gold in the US Open in 2017, beating World champion Valentin Baus in the semi-final and London 2012 Paralympic champion Tommy Urhaug in the final. Jack achieved his first Paralympic medal at Tokyo 2020 a bronze in the Men’s Singles Class 5, beating the world number 2 and 3 seeds in the process.
Jack has been delivering motivational talks to companies, schools, and organisations for nearly 10 years. His incredible keynote speeches take us on his Paralympic journey and detail with sincerity and humility his struggles with mental health, suicide, and overcoming the odds to go on to Paralympic greatness.
To book Motivational Speaker Jack Hunter-Spivey, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com
Overcoming Adversity
Jack shares his journey from growing up with cerebral palsy and severe early health challenges to becoming a Paralympic medallist, exploring resilience, determination and refusing to be defined by limitations.
Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Speaking openly and honestly about his own experiences with mental health struggles and suicide attempts, Jack encourages audiences to prioritise wellbeing, seek support and break down stigma around mental health conversations.
Peak Performance Under Pressure
Drawing on his experiences competing at the highest level of Paralympic sport, Jack explores the mindset, discipline and preparation required to perform under pressure and achieve long-term goals.
Resilience & Never Giving Up
Jack examines how setbacks, disappointment and failure can become fuel for growth, sharing lessons from missing out on London 2012 before achieving Paralympic success in Rio and Tokyo.
Disability, Inclusion & Representation
Jack discusses disability, accessibility and representation in sport and society, highlighting the importance of inclusion, opportunity and challenging assumptions.
Motivation & Goal Setting
Using his Paralympic journey as a framework, Jack explores how setting meaningful goals, maintaining focus and developing self-belief can help individuals achieve success in all areas of life.
High-Performing Teams & Support Networks
Jack reflects on the importance of mentorship, teamwork and surrounding yourself with the right people in order to succeed in elite sport and beyond.
Inspiring Young People
Particularly effective for schools and youth audiences, Jack shares an honest and relatable message about confidence, resilience, ambition and believing that circumstances do not define potential.
Client Feedback
"Everyone loves Jack! He participated in the majority of the day and delivered a powerful, engaging presentation. There’s been a buzz, and we cannot wait to welcome him back. Worth his weigh tin Gold!"
National Grid
