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Kriss Akabusi: MBE MA |
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Kriss'
athletic career began in the Army Physical Training Corp.
He went on to win an array of medals in hurdling and relay
including Olympic, Commonwealth and European
Championships. He currently works in media and PR is the
CEO of the Akabusi Company, Founding Director of REACH and is
an inspirational speaker.
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Martin Bayfield |
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Martin
Bayfield was capped for England 31 times before being forced
by injury to retire in 1995. He is currently involved in
coaching a RUFC youth development side and is now in great
demand on the speaking circuit. He recently moved into the
world of film as the body double for the character Hagrid in
the Harry potter movies.
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Bob 'The Cat' Bevan: MBE |
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Bob is a top
corporate comedian who tailors and has worked with his
entertainment to his audience. He is undoubtedly one of the
most highly sought after speakers in the UK and has worked
with such legends as Elton John, Billy Connelly, Bruce
Forsyth and The Bee Gees.
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Harold 'Dickie' Bird: MBE |
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Heralded
as one of the worlds greatest ever cricket umpires, Dickie
Bird's playing career came to an abrupt end through
injury. After a spell training young players, Dickie
became a professional umpire and currently tours the
corporate circuit delighting audiences with anecdotes from
the world of cricket. He is also the author of a
number of best selling books and the Founder of the Dickie
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Roger Black: MBE |
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Known
worldwide for his achievements in athletics winning numerous
medals at the Olympics, Commonwealth and European games,
Roger was made British men's team captain in 1992. Since
retiring from the track he has become a popular presenter
for the BBC and has made guest appearances on such shows as
Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Stars in their Eyes. His motivational presentations are
heralded as highly entertaining. |
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Brian Blessed |
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Renowned
British actor whose West End credits include Cats and Chitty
Chitty Bang Bang. He is also an acclaimed Shakespearean
actor and was the voice of Bosa Nass in Star Wars' Phantom
Menace. Aside from acting Brian has found time to climb
Mount Everest, Mount Kilamanjaro and reach The North Pole on
foot.
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Mark Blundell |
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Formally one
of Britain's most talented Formula 1 drivers, Mark is
currently a member of the ITV F1 Commentary Team and a much
sort after speaker at corporate events where he relates his
personal experiences to the business world.
Full Biography - Click Here |
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Sir Chris Bonington: CBE |
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Mountaineer, Sir Chris Bonington is much acclaimed for
his ascents on Everest. He has led numerous expeditions
worldwide and conquered many previously unclimbed peaks.
His most recent exploration was to Shiv Shankar.
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Frank Bruno: MBE |
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Former World
Heavyweight Champion, Frank Bruno is one of Britain 's
best-loved boxers. Following retirement from the ring, he
has enjoyed much popularity as a pantomime performer and as
a presenter including the popular series It's A Knockout. He
recently appeared in the TV programme Out Of Africa: Heroes
and Icons. |
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Jack Charlton: OBE |
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Affectionately known as ‘Big Jack' throughout the game, Jack
is a legend in his own lifetime. A member of the England
1966 World Cup winning team, he achieved great success as a
player with Leeds Utd and as a manager of the Republic of
Ireland . Jack is one of the finest raconteurs in the
country who's powerful, motivational and after dinner
speeches are in much demand.
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Gareth Chilcott |
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Gareth made
over 400 appearances for Bath RFC, was an England
International between 1984 and 1990 and a British Lion in
1989. Gareth, known as Coach is a natural entertainer and is
often found delivering after dinner speeches at sporting and
company events all around the UK. He has also made regular
guest appearances on various television quiz shows, in
addition to working as a sport's presenter and rugby pundit.
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Lord Sebastian Coe |
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Former
athlete and politician, Lord Coe led London's bid for the
2012 Summer Olympics (and subsequently became Chairman of
the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games.) He
was recently elected vice president of the International
Association of Athletics Federations. He is much sought
after as a speaker. |
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John Conteh |
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John Conteh
became the WBC World Light Heavyweight Champion in 1973 and
successfully defended his title on 3 occasions. John is a
keen golfer and regularly competes in charity competitions.
In addition he is an accomplished speaker particularly sort
after at sporting events.
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Catherine Destivelle |
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Recognised
as one of the most adventurous and exciting female climbers
in the world today, Catherine Destivelle has performed many
daring solo climbs on some of the globes most challenging
mountains.
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Frank Dick: OBE |
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Frank Dick
uses his expertise derived from years of experience in
athletics coaching to motivate in many areas particularly
business. He is considered one of the UK 's most outstanding
speakers.
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Tommy Docherty |
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Tommy
Docherty is a former Manchester United manager now a
successful after dinner speaker. Famed for his fast
talking, wise cracking style, he is a popular choice at
multinational, corporate, conference dinners and for PAs
alike.
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Richard Dunwoody: MBE |
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Former
Champion National Hunt Jockey and most successful in history
to date, including twice winner of The Grand National. He
now coaches up and coming young jockeys and is Consultant to
trainer Richard Phillips. |
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Chris Eubank |
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Chris began
boxing whilst still at school and went on to become World
Middleweight Champion in 1990. Out of the ring Chris has
firmly established himself on the celebrity circuit and is
an accomplished after dinner speaker.
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Duncan Goodhew: MBE |
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Duncan
Goodhew is one of Britains most respected atheletes. Olympic
swimmer and medalist of the 70's and 80's, he also
represented GB in the 2 and 4 man bobsleigh at the European
Championships. Now an acclaimed businessman, Duncan is a
superb motivational and after dinner speaker.
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Jimmy Greaves |
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One of the
greatest goal scorers of all time, Jimmy played at club
level for Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham Utd, and AC
Milan. He was an England International and member of the
1966 World Cup winning squad. Following his playing career,
Jimmy has found success in the media and is an excellent
after dinner speaker. |
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Edward 'Bear' Grylls |
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At 23 Edward
'Bear' Grylls entered the Guinness Book of Records as the
youngest Briton to climb Mount Everest. A survival expert
and keen environmentalist, his natural talent for
communicating and entertaining at all levels makes him a
poplar personality in his own right. |
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Dame Kelly Holmes |
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Award
winning Dame Kelly began running at the age of 12 and has
won medals at every National & International level
culminating in her double golds at the 2004 Olympic Games.
Kelly's combination of career and life experiences together
with her natural humour and charm make her ideal as a
speaker at corporate events.
Full Biography - Click Here |
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Frank McLintock: MBE |
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Frank played
at club level with Leicester City and Arsenal and was a
Scottish International. He is currently a soccer analyst
with Sky TV.
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Geoff Miller |
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Having
amassed twenty years of experience on the professional
cricketing circuit, Geoff has accumulated a vast number of
humorous anecdotes with which to entertain his highly
appreciative audiences and not just from the world of
cricket. Geoff is not only in popular demand in the UK but
also overseas. He is currently touring the UK in Sticky
Wicket with the stars of Test Match Special Live. |
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Jenny Pitman: OBE |
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Renowned
National Hunt horse trainer. Victories include The Grand
National and The Cheltenham Gold Cup. Jenny is now a best
selling author. |
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Dermot Reeve |
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Dermot
enjoyed much success as a player for Sussex, Warwickshire
and England before firmly establishing himself as an
invaluable part of the Channel 4 cricketing media team. His
experience includes fronting and hosting studio discussions
and award ceremonies and his forceful personality makes him
an ideal choice as a speaker. |
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Peter Shilton: OBE MBE |
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Peter
enjoyed a long and highly successful playing career in the
role of goalkeeper for a number of clubs including the
England National Team and was the victim of the
controversial Hand of God goal by Maradonna in the 1990
World Cup quarter final. He went on to become manager of
Plymouth Argyle.
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Ian St John |
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Nicknamed
‘The Saint' Ian St John found success at player and
management levels with spells at Liverpool , Motherwell,
Coventry City and Tranmere Rovers. He went on to become a
television personality enjoying much recognition with The
Saint and Greavsie Show.
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Denis Taylor |
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Denis began
playing snooker as a child and turned professional in
1971/72. His finest hour was undoubtedly winning the Embassy
World Championship in coming from behind and winning 18-17.
He is a popular face on television having made numerous
guest appearances on a variety of shows and regularly
commentates on snooker programmes.
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Phil Tufnell |
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Former
Middlesex and England cricketer, Phil has recently found new
celebrity status since winning I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of
Here. He has regularly appeared on TV in such programmes as
GMTV, This Morning and Simply The Best. He is currently a
team captain on the quiz show They Think It's All Over. In
addition to promotional work he is an excellent after dinner
speaker. |
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John Virgo |
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Recognised
as one of snooker's greatest exponents, John has been one of
the sport's leading lights for many years. He became UK
Champion just 3 years after turning professional and is a
former Chairman of the World Professional Billiards and
Snooker Association. He has also enjoyed success on TV both
as a commentator and as co host of the game show Big Break.
His exhibition work is legendary.
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