Nick Santonastasso is a powerhouse of inspiration, resilience, and transformation. Born with Hanhart Syndrome - a rare condition affecting limb development - Nick entered the world missing both legs and one arm. Doctors gave him less than a 30% chance of survival. But where many would see limitation, Nick saw a challenge. That challenge became his fuel. Today, Nick is a global keynote speaker, bestselling author, resilience and leadership coach, and entrepreneur who has inspired millions worldwide through his message of ownership, mindset, and peak performance.
Nick’s story is not defined by what he lacks, but by what he’s created. As a teen, he became a viral social media sensation with over 8 million followers on Vine, ranked third in the world for Xbox’s Gears of War, and joined his high school’s wrestling and bowling teams - never allowing his condition to hinder his ambitions. In his early 20s, he defied medical expectations again by entering the world of bodybuilding, becoming an internationally recognised fitness model. His unwavering focus and refusal to be a victim of circumstance quickly propelled him to global stages.
He has delivered keynote speeches at prestigious venues such as the World Government Summit, Pendulum Summit, and GITEX Global, and has shared the stage with figures like Tony Robbins, Steve Forbes, and Deepak Chopra. As a former featured speaker for Robbins Research International, Nick helped empower hundreds of thousands of individuals. His bestselling book, ‘Victim to Victor’, has sold over 100,000 copies and provides a roadmap for those looking to rewrite their own narratives. As the co-owner of We Level Up, a mental health and addiction recovery clinic network, Nick is deeply committed to breaking stigma and helping people heal and grow from within.
Nick's core message is clear: it’s not your physical body that holds you back, but your mindset. Through dynamic and engaging talks, he teaches individuals and teams to take radical ownership, build resilience, and create success by focusing on what they can control. Whether he’s speaking to Fortune 500 executives, healthcare leaders, government officials, or school audiences, Nick’s presence is unforgettable. He doesn’t just talk about change - he embodies it. Nick’s life proves that adversity is not the end of the story - it can be the beginning of your most powerful chapter.
