Carl Peach is a man who has perfected the art of getting the most out of an unfortunate situation. Losing one’s eyesight is a concept that’s terrifying for many, and it’s one that Carl experienced firsthand shortly before turning 60. At 59, Carl was diagnosed with a hereditary and incurable defect in his optic nerve, causing a permanent visual blizzard that’s tried to get in the way of him living his life. However, instead of succumbing to the challenge, Carl embraced it. The result is what we see today – he’s become an outstanding motivational speaker capable of empowering any audience.
Carl’s story begins far before his blindness, however. Prior to the deterioration of his eyesight, Carl had faced many struggles – from gambling to poor health and mobility, he found himself having to think of creative solutions that would transform his lifestyle. Equipped with a strong spirit and unrelenting determination, Carl fought to become the best version of himself. Now, he’s a 10 Million Step Challenge Participant, walking 10 million steps in collaboration with NAB – Sight for Support Northamptonshire. Alongside his newly-established speaking career, Carl has become an inspiration for many suffering from similar disabilities.
Since becoming a beloved speaker, Carl has had the opportunity to uplift a broad spectrum of listeners. From sharing his “Overcoming Life’s Problems” presentation at the Rotary Club of Kettering to taking part in Knibb Talks’ “The Ripple Effect” event, he has bravely shared his first-hand experiences in the hopes that nobody feels alone in their struggle. Carl truly is a shining example of a man who, despite facing adversity time and time again, has chosen to use his past challenges to motivate others. In addition to speaking, Carl is also a talented writer, and his self-published anthology of poetry and prose “Man Up” is a thought-provoking collection that beautifully captures his prior struggles and how they transformed him.
In short, Carl Peach is a one-of-a-kind speaker who, despite losing his eyesight so far into life, has remained beyond optimistic. Between bettering his physical health and completely abandoning gambling, he proves that anyone can change for the better. Through his talks, he seeks to channel this message into authentic anecdotes that audiences will simply adore. To learn more about Carl’s story of overcoming challenges and seizing every opportunity, hire him for your event today!
How to hire Carl Peach
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Carl Peach for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Carl Peach's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Blindness
- Addiction
- Fitness
- Self-Acceptance
- Personal Growth
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Official Feedback from In-Person Events
“An amazing, inspirational gentleman with a very interesting story to tell. A superb example to everyone to not take things for granted, particularly our sight. He spoke very humbly about his journey of losing his sight.” - Denise
“Carl is an excellent writer who can craft a tale that will keep an audience mesmerised. His true story about his gambling addiction is not to be missed. It was profoundly moving, and his vivid descriptions drew us into the incredible scenarios he found himself in and his journey to recovery. Carl’s talent for writing is matched by his incredible bravery, positivity and determination in the face of recent significant eyesight challenges.” - Zoe
“Carl’s ability to keep an unwaveringly positive attitude toward life - while dealing with and overcoming incredibly difficult circumstances - is inspirational. His ‘performance’ at the recent spoken-word evening at the Cordwainer was spell-binding.” - Martin
- 2024 - Became a Participant of the 10 Million Steps Challenge
- 2023 - Established Himself as a Motivational Speaker
- 2019 - Published "Man Up"
- 2016 - Became the Business Owner of Peachy Marketing