Hester Grainger is a dynamic high-performance speaker known for transforming personal challenges into inspirational narratives. With a rich background in media, coaching, and public relations, she combines practical insights with heartfelt passion to engage audiences. Diagnosed with ADHD in her forties, she has turned her experience into a powerful tool for change. As a speaker, she delivers compelling messages on neurodiversity and inclusion, captivating both corporate and community groups with her authentic and transformative style.
Early in her career, Hester began as a television presenter on Channel 5’s The Wright Stuff, where her natural charisma shone through. She then expanded her repertoire by working in production at ITV. These formative experiences laid the groundwork for a distinguished twenty-year career in PR and marketing. Her early roles honed her ability to connect with audiences and manage high-pressure situations, setting a solid foundation for her future success as a speaker and coach that propelled her forward.
In recent years, Hester has celebrated a series of remarkable achievements that underscore her influence as a ADHD advocate. In 2020, she co-founded Perfectly Autistic with her husband to provide insightful ADHD training. Perfectly Autistic has worked with FTSE 100 companies including Marks and Spencer, GSK and BAE Systems, as well as Mind, NHS and Red Bull Racing. Dedicated to sharing her insights, Hester is embarking on a UK wide tour with her show “ADHD Unmasked”. An Ambassador for AccessAble and acticon UK is further testament to her dedication to social change.
Drawing on her extensive media experience and proven track record in transforming lives, Hester continues to inspire and empower audiences worldwide. Her unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise has earned her acclaim from both industry leaders and the general public. Organisations seek her out for her ability to deliver engaging, thought-provoking insights that drive real change. Hester is hired because she offers an unmatched perspective that fuels progress and creates lasting impact.
