Kriss Akabusi

One of the leading athletes of a generation, Kriss Akabusi is a leading motivational speaker, drawing on both his life experiences along with his sporting achievements. Kriss has appeared on a raft of television programmes, having presented The Big Breakfast and Record Breakers. He has also appeared as a panellist on televisions shows such as A Question of Sport and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, making Kriss Akabusi a perfect choice as Awards Host.

Kriss Akabusi is one of the most prominent motivational speakers on the corporate scene. He is also an adept and charismatic awards host.

Known internationally for his achievements in athletics - his greatest individual triumph was his Gold medal in the 1990 European Championships when he also beat David Hemery’s 22 year old British Record – Kriss was a sportsman first, and celebrity second. His international career kicked off in 1983 when he was a member of the 4 x 400 metre relay squad. He will always be remembered for helping Britain clinch the Gold and beat the Americans in the World Championships 4 x 400 metre relay in Tokyo in 1991.

Amazing! The crowd was hanging on his every word. He was SO energetic, and really related what he was saying to Softcat.

Softcat Limited

In 1992, as 3 times Olympic medalist, World, European and Commonwealth Champion, Kriss was awarded the MBE by

Her Majesty The Queen in her Birthday Honours List in recognition of his services to the country through athletics.

Kriss’ TV break came in 1993 at The Big Breakfast, which led to a hosting slot on Record Breakers. He has since appeared regularly on various TV and radio shows and is a household name.

Life started in a children’s home for Kriss, where he thrived, and after a stint in the army, the lure of competitive sport was too strong to resist.

Drawing on his wealth of experience Kriss presents the importance of Focus, Innovation and Teamwork, which he relates to the business arena in the legendary FIT4Business© presentation.

For further information or to book Kriss Akabusi, call us on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk

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What people said about Kriss Akabusi

His session was fantastic - we've had really great feed back from delegates who left the conference motivated by the session.

2020 Productions Europe Ltd

You certainly left the audience pumped and motivated The reaction of the audience showed just how much they enjoyed your contribution

Association of Convenience Stores

Kriss had taken time to learn about our organisation and tailor his presentation. His enthusiasm is overwhelming

British Energy

I was delighted with the way in Which Kriss brilliantly captured the true message and essence of all that we are trying to do.

Wood View Learning Community

WOW - That is Probably the best presentation I Have ever seen from anybody!

Herts Chamber of Commerce

Thank you so much for inspiring at the conference. I had experience of many speakers at conference but you are in a league of your own.

Sales & Operations Director, Vision Express

An excellent talk - Fully met the brief of relevance, energy and entertainment

Southern Water

The presentation That You Gave at Lorica was awesome, inspiring and the best I Have Seen. Thank you.

Client Director, Lorica

Within minutes of you Leaving the stage, falling over Delegates Were Themselves to feedback on how motivated and Felt They value how much you added to the event. I Was Not Truly blown away by your approach and energy Merely, But how the content was Relevant to as a business What we are trying to Achieve right now.

Operations Support Manager, Vision Express

Inspirational, exciting, Motivating, real and great fun.

SAS UK

Thank you so much for your motivational talk yesterday. You are so full of life and positive energy

Kleeneze

I have run many events over the years and never yet have I met someone so well prepared, engaging and totally at ease with the people

Spicers

Brilliant - really had the room in stitches.

Telefonica UK Limited

Kriss was a true professional, he took time to understand what we are about and related this to his presentation.

Trent and Dove Housing

Kriss Akabusi was a fabulous addition to our annual staff conference - he was interesting, energetic and engaging.