Jo Salter

Jo Salter is known for being Britain’s first female fast jet pilot, having flown a Tornado GR1 during her time in service. Moving on from her highly successful career as an officer for the Royal Airforce, Jo went on to gain experience in leadership, technology and people and is now the director of Global Transformative Leadership at PWC. A highly energetic, inspirational and compassionate individual, Jo is a very popular motivational speaker with many personal anecdotes to share.

Joining the Royal Airforce at the age of 18 with the intention of becoming an engineering officer, Jo decided to become a pilot after the British government authorized women to fly jet aircrafts. She was awarded her wings in 1992 becoming a Flight Lieutenant of 617 Squadron. As a highly successful jet pilot Jo has piloted flights in the Air Cadets Air Experience, sharing her knowledge and inspiring future cadets as a prominent female pilot in a male dominated industry. Leaving the Royal Airforce in 2000, Jo went on to gain expertise in leadership, technology and people, building a strong corporate career in the process.

Jo Salter was awarded an MBE for her services to aviation in 2022 highlighting her positive contribution to the Royal Airforce. In addition to being a Trustee of The Royal Airforce Club, she is also an ambassador for The Global Angels Foundation, a charity focusing on international development with projects including, clean water in India, healthcare and education. Jo has two published books titled Energy: 52 Ways to Fire Up Your Life and Become an Energy Angel and Energize: Spring Clean Your Mind and Body to Get Your Bounds Back Today and Every Day.

Jo’s sense of humour, communication skills and comprehensive background make her an excellent motivational speaker. Whether its for a small group of 25 people or a crowd of 3000 people, she can deliver highly engaging speeches to challenge, motivate and stimulate, reaching from her own personal journey and development. An expert in leadership and personal development, book Jo Salter now.

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"Great energy, uplifting and motivational style. Came across as passionate and authentic with good presentation skills. Managed the whole session without any slides" - Tejas, Global Supply Manager, British American Tobacco

"Jo Salter has solved more life and death problems than most of us can imagine - and she brings her courage, tenacity and determination to business and management in a way that is truly motivational" - Dan, Cable & Wireless 

"Lunchtime speaker Jo Salter regaled the audience with anecdotes about her experience of being Britain's first female fighter pilot, humorously describing ways in which she overcame male prejudice and official red-tape" - Sandra, Inspire Futures Ltd 

"Jo's remarkably down to earth for someone who's spent so many years with her head literally up in the clouds! The unique combination of her extraordinary experiences and her natural ability to make you think and laugh at the same time make her fascinating to listen to" - Caroline 

"Wow- Jo was absolutely fantastic. An amazing guest speaker, totally engaging, hilariously funny and has an incredible story to share about facing adversity, diversity and performing at your very best! We loved having her, feedback was amazing, we just wish we had all day just to hear all her incredible stories. Totally loved it! Thank you, Jo" - Amy, Wells Fargo