Steve Judge is a multi-award-winning motivational speaker whose story of resilience, determination, and achievement inspires audiences across the world. A two-time world champion in paratriathlon, a two-time published author, and recipient of multiple speaking honours, Steve is known for his ability to help people unlock their own “GOLD” – their goals, opportunities, love, and dreams. Through the transformative power of mindset and action, his journey from being told he might never walk again to standing atop the world stage is a living testament to overcoming adversity and seizing opportunity.
In 2002, Steve’s life changed dramatically after a near-fatal car accident that left doctors warning he may never walk again. At 28 years old, facing excruciating pain and the devastating prospect of a wheelchair bound future, he made a defining decision: to own the position he was in and take control of his recovery. Through relentless rehabilitation and the sheer determination to rebuild his strength, he effectively “grew” his leg back, learning not just to stand and walk, but to run, swim, and cycle again. By 2004, while still recovering, he began a career as a health and safety manager in construction project management. Alongside this, he pursued competitive sport, representing Great Britain and becoming British, European, and World Champion in paratriathlon, with notable wins in China and New Zealand. Since 2014, Steve has been a professional speaker, delivering goal-setting workshops with i.Nspire, and later coaching others in the art of impactful communication as the former Yorkshire President for the Professional Speaking Association.
Beyond the racecourse, Steve’s accomplishments are equally impressive. He is the author of two books, ‘Don’t Lean on Your Excuses’, also the subject of his widely acclaimed TEDx talk, and ‘GOLD’. He has worked with leading organisations including Rolls-Royce, Toyota, NHS, HSBC, the Financial Conduct Authority, and the University of Edinburgh. His leadership extends to serving as President of the Derbyshire Scouts and as a Cub Scout Leader. He has been named Regional Speaker of the Year three times by the Professional Speaking Association and received the Global Business Awards Motivational Speaker of the Year title.
What makes Steve an exceptional motivational speaker is not simply his remarkable record of success, but the depth of personal insight behind it. Covering themes from resilience to mental and physical wellness, he draws directly from his lived experience. Audiences leave empowered, understanding how passion fuels achievement, what it truly takes to succeed, and how to identify the people who belong in their own “gold gang”. His story is one of triumph, transformation, and the unwavering belief that with determination, every obstacle can become a stepping stone to greatness.
