Chris Norton is a motivational speaker, author, and former college athlete who transformed his journey from paralysis to walking at his graduation and wedding into a powerful message that has inspired millions worldwide.
As founder of the Chris Norton Foundation, Chris supports people with spinal cord and neuromuscular disabilities and runs a free wheelchair camp. His remarkable story has been featured in the documentary "7 Yards," earned him recognition among ITA Group's "Hottest Keynote Speakers," and formed the basis of his books "The Seven Longest Yards" and "The Power of Faith."
Chris's experiences offer organizations concrete strategies for overcoming adversity and building resilience. He helps leadership teams reframe setbacks into opportunities, develop sustainable perseverance practices, and create inclusive environments where all team members can contribute meaningfully despite facing personal or professional challenges. His approach combines inspirational elements with practical applications for today's complex workplace.
Audiences leave Chris's presentations with actionable frameworks for confronting obstacles, renewed clarity about their purpose and potential, and effective methods for supporting colleagues through difficult circumstances. His insights provide immediate tools for fostering workplace cultures characterized by both empathy and determination.
Book Chris Norton to give your team the rare combination of emotional inspiration and practical resilience strategies that drive measurable results.
How can I book Chris Norton for my next event?
Email chris.norton@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Chris Norton available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Chris Norton's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Chris directly.
What topics does Chris Norton specialise in?
Chris Norton specialises in discussing overcoming adversity, building resilience, fostering inclusive communities and more.
What is Chris Norton's speaking style like?
Previous bookers say Chris Norton connects well with audiences and speaks with clarity, confidence, and ease.
Does Chris Norton offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Chris Norton offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.