2005 London Terrorist Attack Survivor, Team GB Paralympic Sitting Volleyball Captain & Recipient of the 2012 Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award
Martine Wright’s Biography:
Martine Wright is one of the UK’s most inspiring speakers and a symbol of resilience, courage, and transformation. The last person to be rescued from the 7/7 London Bombings, she went on to rebuild her life and represent Team GB in Sitting Volleyball at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Appointed MBE for Services to Sport and winner of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award, Martine is renowned for her ability to connect deeply with audiences, blending humour, authenticity, and emotion to inspire lasting change. Her powerful story of overcoming unimaginable adversity has made her one of the most respected motivational speakers in the world.
Before 7/7, Martine led a vibrant life in London, building a successful career in media sales and enjoying her time with friends and family. The 2005 terrorist attacks changed her life forever, leaving her critically injured and resulting in the loss of both legs. Through immense courage and determination, Martine learned to walk again with prosthetic legs and rediscovered her independence. She channelled her drive into elite sport, joining Team GB’s Sitting Volleyball team and competing on the world stage at the 2012 Paralympic Games, a defining moment that marked her journey from tragedy to triumph.
Today, Martine is a celebrated broadcaster, author, and advocate. She has reported for the BBC and Channel 4 at major events, including serving as a reporter at the 2016 Paralympics in Rio. Her bestselling memoir Unbroken won Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards and continues to inspire readers worldwide. Named one of Zest Magazine’s Inspirational Women of the Year and a Vitalise Woman of Achievement, Martine uses her platform to champion resilience, inclusion, and the power of the human spirit.
Why Hire Martine Wright?
Martine Wright’s extraordinary life story resonates with audiences of all backgrounds, combining emotional power with messages of resilience, teamwork, and perspective. She has delivered talks to audiences of over 10,000 people at venues including Wembley Arena and The O2, leaving a lasting impact wherever she speaks. Her TEDxObserver Talk and her TEDx Talk “7/7, Survival & a Whole New Life of Opportunities” have reached global audiences, showcasing her ability to turn personal tragedy into an uplifting call to action. Martine’s authenticity, humour, and warmth make her one of the UK’s most sought-after motivational speakers, inspiring individuals and organisations to thrive through change and find purpose in challenge.
Martine Wright’s Career Highlights:
Below showcases Martine Wright’s milestones that influenced her inspirational career throughout sports:
- 2025 – Delivered the keynote address as Guest Speaker at the BAPCO Annual Event 2025, sharing her story of resilience and inspiring attendees at one of the UK’s major infrastructure-industry conferences.
- 2023 – Featured in The Guardian, sharing her story as a 7/7 London Bombings survivor.
- 2017 – Published her bestselling memoir Unbroken: My Story of Survival from 7/7 Bombings to Paralympic Success.
- 2016 – Appointed MBE for Services to Sport.
- 2015 – Named one of the 50 Most Powerful Women in British Sport by The Independent.
- 2012 – Won the Helen Rollason Award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards.
- 2012 – Represented Team GB in Sitting Volleyball at the London Paralympic Games.
- 2005 – The last rescued survivor of the 7/7 London Bombings.
Videos
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Testimonials
“It was fantastic, we’ve had such lovely feedback so far! Thanks for all your help in setting up.” – Lacoste
“It went so well! Really passionate, emotional and heartfelt session. A brilliant start to a Monday, we had so many positive reviews and feedback from the business. Martine was such a pleasure to work with and made us feel like we could be sitting in a pub talking together. What a lovely and inspirational person.” – Alvarez & Marsal
“In addition to this, 93% rated it either a very or extremely good use of their time and the same amount also agreed or extremely agreed that there were learnings they could apply.” – LTT LLP
“It was brilliant, the feedback we have had already is overwhelmingly positive! so please do forward onto Martine with our thanks, and the message that she has made a huge impact on so many of us!” – J.P Morgan
“It was a great pleasure to have met you and attended your short program on leadership. You were able to connect and engage with a large CIO/CFO group and presented like an insider talking our language. With credible evidence, you have successfully laid the seeds of positive engagement and collaboration into the mind of these leaders which I believe is critical for our success. Borrowing words from our CFO, your session was of high quality and with the right impact. Looking forward to working with you in future.” – Jojo, McDonald’s Middle East Development Company
“Martine was absolutely incredible. Every single person in that room was completely moved and inspired by her” – GBK
“Thank you so much for coming down to Southampton yesterday and for spending time with us. Your speech(es) were so incredibly motivating and captivating. The feedback from our staff has been overwhelmingly positive. Not just your story and how you tell it, but a number of people commented on how it was evident you had taken the time to understand our change and connect it to your Power of 7. Your grounded approach really also hit home with our people. We really don’t know how we are going to top your event! Thanks again for sharing your incredible story and insight.” – Quilter
“I wanted to let you know that we had a fantastic session with Martine last Thursday and to thank you for your help with arrangements. On behalf of the Members of HLK, Rolf and myself would you please pass on our thanks to Martine for conducting a truly memorable presentation. We wanted Martine’s story to challenge and inspire out team and she most certainly delivered! This is the second time I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Martine speak and she was every bit as impressive this time as the last. It was an absolute privilege for me to spend time in her company” – Haseltine Lake Kempner LLP
Speaking Topics
Martine Wright’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Overcoming Adversity
- The Paralympics
- Drive & Determination
- Peak Performance
- 2012 Paralympic Games
- Self-Belief
How Much Does Martine Wright Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Martine Wright?
The cost of hiring Martine Wright depends on factors such as your event requirements, whether it’s in-person or virtual, and any travel or accommodation needs. To receive an accurate quote, contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.