9x Paralympic Gold Medallist, 16x World Champion, 3x European Champion, Sports Personality of the Year Nominee & Named British Sportswoman of the Year by the Sports Journalist Association
Hannah Cockroft’s Biography:
Hannah Cockroft CBE is one of Britain’s most decorated Paralympians, renowned as a dominant force in wheelchair racing and an inspirational advocate for disability sport. A nine-time Paralympic Gold medallist, 16-time World Champion and multiple world record holder, Hannah has competed across the 100m, 200m, 400m and 800m T34 events with remarkable success. Her achievements at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, where she secured Gold in both the 100m and 800m races, and her double Gold triumph at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games further cemented her legacy as one of the greatest para-athletes of all time. As a speaker, Hannah shares powerful insights on resilience, elite performance, overcoming adversity and maintaining a winning mindset under pressure.
Showing exceptional talent in wheelchair sprinting from a young age, Hannah was invited to join the GB Paralympic Team and began competing in the T34 classification. She rapidly established herself on the international stage, becoming a serial medal winner at Paralympic, World and European Championships. Alongside her athletic career, Hannah has built an impressive media profile, appearing on programmes such as The Great British Bake Off, The Crystal Maze and Sport Relief Does Strictly Come Dancing, which she won. She has also presented features for BBC Countryfile and reported live on the FA Disability Cup for TNT Sport.
Hannah’s contributions to sport and society have been widely recognised. She received an MBE in 2013, an OBE in 2021 and was appointed CBE in the 2025 New Year Honours List. In 2013, she made history as the first Paralympian nominated for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award outside of a Paralympic year. She also became the youngest Deputy Lieutenant of West Yorkshire in 2016 and, in 2017, became the first para-athlete named British Sportswoman of the Year by the Sports Journalists’ Association.
Beyond competition, Hannah is admired for her authenticity, humour and determination. Her speeches combine personal storytelling with lessons on motivation, adaptability and achieving excellence despite barriers. Drawing on experiences from world-class sport and mainstream broadcasting, she connects with audiences from corporate organisations, educational institutions and sporting events alike, leaving audiences inspired to challenge limitations and pursue ambitious goals.
Why Hire Hannah Cockroft?
Hannah Cockroft CBE is hired as a speaker for her extraordinary ability to inspire audiences through stories of perseverance, ambition and elite achievement. Combining the mindset of a world champion with warmth and humour, Hannah speaks candidly about overcoming barriers, handling pressure and sustaining long-term success. Her experience as a Paralympic athlete, broadcaster and public figure allows her to connect with diverse audiences at conferences, leadership events and educational programmes. Hannah’s engaging presentation style and powerful personal journey leave audiences motivated to embrace resilience, confidence and high performance in their own lives.
Hannah Cockroft’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Hannah Cockroft’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Appointed CBE in the New Year Honours List for services to sport.
- 2024 – Won two Gold medals at the Paris Paralympic Games.
- 2024 – Became a Double World Champion in wheelchair racing.
- 2023 – Named Athletics Weekly Female Para-Athlete of the Year.
- 2023 – Won Sunday Times Disability Sportswoman of the Year.
- 2022 – Claimed Gold in the Women’s T33-34 100m at the Commonwealth Games.
- 2021 – Received an OBE for services to sport.
- 2021 – Named Athletics Weekly World Para-Athlete of the Year.
- 2017 – Became the first para-athlete named British Sportswoman of the Year by the Sports Journalists’ Association.
- 2013 – Became the first Paralympian nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year outside a Paralympic year.
Videos
Hannah Cockroft’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“Hannah was brilliant. Her talk delivered above and beyond the brief, linking back to her own experiences and learning that everyone can take inspiration from.” – BT
“Your presentation was very inspiring to listen to, and you covered really important topics that have got the business thinking about how we move forward in a more inclusive way for all.” – Aldi
“Thank you for delivering such a brilliant talk to our team at Sweaty Betty. We have had such great feedback – people felt instantly inspired by your story and really connected with the points you made around how we can all ‘perform at our best’ in our roles every day.” – Sweaty Betty
“Your words were spot on and really engaging – bringing in our values as well.” – Müller
“What a truly inspirational story Hannah shared with us all today as part of Disability Pride Month. Hannah spoke to an audience of staff, parents and young people and we had the most fantastic feedback from it. She was so personable and funny and spoke with such poise, we were all absolutely transfixed and by the end of the hour, completely in awe of her. Thank you Hannah for inspiring us all to find ‘our golds’ no matter what challenges we face” – Lisa, Internal Communications Manager, Polaris
“I would like to say a big thank you to Hannah for joining our event. Her amazing story is a true inspiration to us all and leaves us wanting to achieve more. The feedback we have received so far from our guests has all been extremely positive.” – Simmons & Simmons
“The best external speaker we ever had! I know she now has a very big following within our business, and we will cheer for her as she progresses with her inspiring sporting career!” – Megi, Molson Coors Brewing Company
“Hannah’s recordings are so powerful – thank you to her for recording her inspiring story for us. I know they’re going to have such a positive impact on our team.” – Kate, Head of Marketing, Curtins
“Just to let you know that we have received great feedback from the Hannah Cockroft presentation today. She was so engaging and captured an audience of over 100 people. Thank you for a great service and a great suggestion!” – Hiral, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Wellbeing, Valuation Office Agency
“BartsAbility would like to pass on a big thank you to Hannah Cockroft, for being our guest speaker at our International Day of Persons with Disabilities on the 2nd of December 2022. It was lovely to hear about Hannah’s lived experience and it was well received by everyone. Natalie and I would like to say thank you to you both too, for the arrangements” – Lydia & Natalie, Co-Chairs of BartsAbility Disability Network, BartsHealth NHS Trust
“Hannah was AMAZING, the team totally loved her” – Snapchat
Speaking Topics
Hannah Cockroft’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Accessibility
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Resilience
- Marginal Gains
- Motivation
- Paralympics
- Elite Sport
How Much Does Hannah Cockroft Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Hannah Cockroft?
Hannah Cockroft’s speaking fees typically reflect his exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.