Chris Moon is a former British Army officer, demining specialist and globally recognised motivational speaker whose extraordinary story of resilience continues to inspire audiences worldwide. Having survived both kidnapping by the Khmer Rouge and a devastating landmine explosion that resulted in the loss of his right arm and leg, Chris has turned unimaginable adversity into a mission to motivate others to push beyond their limits.
Chris began his career as a British Army officer, serving three years of operational duty after graduating from Sandhurst. Following his military service, he joined the HALO Trust, leading humanitarian missions to clear landmines in Asia and Africa. In Cambodia, he survived being kidnapped by the Khmer Rouge and successfully negotiated the release of himself and his colleagues. In 1995, while working in Mozambique, Chris was blown up by a landmine and lost an arm and a leg. Remarkably, within a year of his injuries, he completed the London Marathon, proving that determination can conquer even the harshest challenges.
Never one to let disability define him, Chris went on to become the first amputee to complete the Marathon des Sables in 1997, running 137 miles across the Sahara Desert. He has since completed some of the world’s toughest endurance races, including the Badwater Death Valley Ultra (135 miles) and the Devon Coast to Coast Ultra (117 miles). These achievements cemented his reputation as one of the world’s most determined endurance athletes. Alongside his sporting feats, Chris was awarded an MBE for services to demining and humanitarian work, recognising his bravery and dedication to saving lives.
As a speaker, Chris shares a story of resilience, leadership and mindset. He demonstrates how positivity, discipline and belief can overcome any obstacle, delivering talks that are powerful, practical and deeply motivational. His keynotes explore risk management, dealing with change, building resilience and maintaining motivation under pressure, making him a popular choice for corporate clients, schools and international conferences. Chris’s authenticity, humour and unique life experience ensure every audience leaves inspired to achieve beyond what they thought possible.
Chris' official speaking topics are listed below.
- Motivation and inspiration
- Health, safety and risk
- Leadership and teamwork
- Change management
- Overcoming adversity
- Diversity and inclusion
Official Testimonials from both Online & In-Person Events
"Chris brings out key values that contribute to success in any environment." - Royal Bank of Scotland
“Chris is truly an inspirational speaker. His positivity is infectious.”- IBM
“Your impeccable blend of humor, reflection, realism and brutal honesty was a perfect mix. It really captured the imagination of the audience and invigorated a positive mental attitude.” - Ricoh
“Chris Moon received the highest ratings given to an external speaker.” - Bank of Scotland
“In terms of a process of implementing change, and learning to live with change, I cannot imagine a more compelling presentation than Chris Moon’s.” - Danske Bank
“Chris Moon received the highest ratings given to an external speaker.” - Bank of Scotland
- 2022 – Continued global keynote speaking, recognised as one of the UK’s leading motivational speakers
- 2012 – Carried the Olympic Torch in Nagano for the Winter Olympics
- 2000 - Became one of only 12 people to cross Death Valley on foot
- 1999 - Awarded the Snowden Special Award for leadership and help to the disabled
- 1999 - Published One Step Beyond
- 1999 - Became the first amputee to complete the Badwater Death Valley Ultra-marathon
- 1999 - Ran the length of Cambodia
- 1998 - Received the US Centre for Disability and PALM international leadership award
- 1997 - Ran 200km with the Australian army to assist mine victims
- 1997 - Became the world's first amputee runner to complete the Marathon De Sables
- 1996 - Awarded an MBE
- 1993 - Joined HALO to work on clearing mines in Africa and Asia
- Served in the British Army for three years
- Survived being kidnapped by the Khmer Rouge
How to hire Chris Moon MBE
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