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Simon Weston Biography
Simon Weston is a Falklands War Veteran, who returned from the war with 46% burns and facial disfigurement. Simon is a true war hero due to the optimism he radiates and his story is one of courage and strength. His enthusiasm for life and charming personality have made him a number one choice as a motivational speaker.
Simon, originally from Mid Glamorgan, decided to join the Welsh guards in 1978 and served in Berlin, Northern Ireland and Kenya before being sent to the Falklands, where his life would dramatically change. When Simon returned home with severe burns, his own mother did not recognize him and he admitted that his injuries affected him mentally as well as physically.
The advice he received from his mother and old army regiment inflicted change in Simon’s attitude towards life and he became a role model. His message is now one of sheer determination and to accept the difficulties in life and find a way of using them to your advantage.
Since recovering from his injuries and taking a new approach to life, Simon has set up ‘The Weston Spirit’, a children’s charity based in Liverpool. He is a loyal worker for the Royal British Legion, the Royal Star and the Garter Home. His dedication to charity work earned him an OBE in the 1992 Queen’s Birthday Honours. He met his wife Lucy through the ‘Weston Spirit’ charity, where she was working as a volunteer and they have two children together.
Simon’s success has also involved numerous TV documentaries focusing on his charitable work and the difficulties he overcame to be in the position he is in today, these include; ‘Simon’s War’, ‘Simon’s Peace’, ‘Simon’s Triumph’ and Simon’s Return’. The autobiography of Simon’s life has become a best seller.
Simon’s story is inspirational and demonstrates to others what can be achieved when you have the courage to overcome life shattering obstacles. He is admired by many and a sought after motivational speaker, requested by companies time and time again.
Simon Weston is in high demand as a keynote/motivational speaker and after dinner speaker.
Speaking Topics:
- overcoming adversity
- accepting change
- taking up the challenge for now and for the future
- liking the person you are
- diversity
- bravery
- dignity
- inspiring others
For further information or to book Simon Weston, call us on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Simon Weston Video
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Simon Weston News
A selection of relevant news related to Simon Weston, Keynote Speakers and Motivational Speakers, Teamwork Speakers stories. For more information on Simon Weston or details as to how to book Simon Weston for your corporate event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
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Simon Weston Reviews
Simon Weston has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Simon Weston for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Simon Weston for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
It was memorable, very moving, the message totally appropriate, delivered with feeling and pride
Your speech was both inspiring and uplifting and was certainly a lesson in how personal strength and determination can triumph over adversity
Simon is a greatguy, very pleasant and chatty. His presentation was inspirational and rated highly by delegates. On the negative side he greatly overranhis 1 and half hour slot, causing some difficulties for my client
It was an absolute pleasure and honour to have you address the Federation annual Finance Conference last week in Coventry. There were numerous comments on the evaluation forms about how inspiring and motivational your presentation was. May I take this opportunity of thanking you once again for sharing your wonderful story of courage and personal triumph with our delegates.
The evening was a complete success - I rated Simons speech as one of the best i have ever heard. He got the message across in both a serious and humerous way.
He is such a compelling speaker and such a lovely person - he was so friendly that he put is all at ease
Everyone thought Simon was amazing, he went down a storm, to be honest it couldn`t have gone any better.
Simons contribution was immense. He was truly very welcome and his presenation extremely well recieved.
Simon was very engaging and his speach pulled at the heart strings.
Simon delivered an excellent speech and engaged really well with the audience. Simon is also a real gentleman.
Q & A with Simon Weston
Simon Weston answered some probing questions for Speakers Corner. For speaking secrets revealed - read on! To book Simon Weston for your event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Speakers Corner: How did the corporate speaking begin?
Simon Weston: Because I was asked – by organisations interested in my story, I cut my teeth and did a lot of charity speaking. I later got representation and support and it grew from there.
Speakers Corner: Which event has been your favourite and why?
Simon Weston: Was a trip to Turkey last year for a Wholesalers Conference. It was all down to the people, it’s what makes a good conference. As I was there for 3 days I was able to spend time with them and get to know them. Also speaking to Medical and pharmaceutical groups is a lot of fun and very rewarding. I’ve had a lot involvement with clinicians over the years, I have a great affinity to them, an empathy and respect. I owe my life to them.
Speakers Corner: If you could speak at any event, past or future, what would it be?
Simon Weston: Something to with the UN where I could make a difference on a larger scale.
Speakers Corner: Who would you most like to share a platform with?
Simon Weston: With a speaker with someone I vehemently disagreed with as it would be a great discussion.
Speakers Corner: What are your most frequently requested speaking topics?
Simon Weston: Overcoming adversity, positivity, invest in yourself, growth. Self belief, setting goals and targets, appreciation of others – teambuilding.
Speakers Corner: What do you do to ensure your presentation has a lasting impact?
Simon Weston: I simply want people to enjoy it and to take something away.
Speakers Corner: What can a typical corporate audience learn from your experiences?
Simon Weston: To be a good leader Share glory Encourage others, invest in others, Teambuilding Self belief and coming back from somewhere where once you believed was impossible. It can be done!
For further information or to book Simon Weston, call us on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
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