Nick Santonastasso

Nick Santonastasso is an internationally renowned keynote speaker, bestselling author, and high-performance coach whose message of resilience and mindset mastery has transformed audiences around the world. Born with Hanhart Syndrome, a rare condition that left him with no legs and only one arm, Nick has defied every expectation placed upon him. Today, he is known for delivering high-energy, emotionally gripping talks that empower people to take ownership of their lives and break through perceived limitations. His most notable achievement is sharing stages with global icons like Tony Robbins, Steve Forbes, Elon Musk, and Ray Dalio, positioning him as one of the world’s most impactful motivational figures.

Nick’s journey began in New Jersey, where he was one of only twelve babies in the United States born with his rare condition. Despite being given less than a 30% chance of survival at birth, he thrived. He attended Central Regional High School, where he was a High Honours student and an active athlete, competing in wrestling and joining the bowling team. From a young age, Nick showed a remarkable determination to live without limits - playing sports, gaming competitively (once ranked third globally in Gears of War), and becoming a social media sensation. These early experiences of resilience laid the groundwork for a career built on mental fortitude and purpose-driven action.

Over the years, Nick’s influence has expanded globally. He is the author of the bestselling book ‘Victim to Victor’, which outlines his philosophy for overcoming self-limiting beliefs. He has spoken at major international events including the World Government Summit, GITEX Global, and Forbes Middle East, and delivered keynote addresses for organisations such as Lockheed Martin, HP, Dubai Police, and Mayo Clinic. Nick has also gained recognition as an internationally known bodybuilder and fitness model and has been featured by major media outlets including Forbes, BBC, and Netflix. With over one million people impacted live and billions reached online, his reach continues to grow.

People hire Nick because his talks go far beyond inspiration - they’re a catalyst for change. His content covers powerful topics like resilience, mindset transformation, peak performance, and leadership through ownership. These are essential themes for any organisation looking to boost performance and well-being. With practical strategies drawn from personal experience and elite-level coaching, Nick delivers the kind of message that doesn’t just move people emotionally - it moves them into action. His story proves that the greatest disability is not physical, but mental - and once you change your story, you change your life.