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Olympic legend & resilience speaker

Derek Redmond

Transform organisational resilience with Derek Redmond, speaker, Olympic legend and motivational expert. Derek works with corporate audiences to deliver powerful lessons in determination, overcoming adversity, and peak performance, recognised among the UK's top 15 motivational speakers with over 1000 keynotes across 52 countries.

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Derek Redmond

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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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Derek Redmond's biography

At a glance

  • Set new British 400m record in 1985
  • Inspirational moment at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics
  • Transitioned to motivational speaker and author
Derek Redmond doesn't just talk about resilience. He's lived it in front of 65,000 people. A World and European relay champion, Derek held the British 400m record twice and was part of the team that stunned the athletics world at the 1991 World Championships, beating the favourites USA to claim gold in the 4x400m relay. Their run remains the second fastest in history. But it's Barcelona that most people remember. In the 1992 Olympic semi-final, Derek tore his hamstring 250 metres from the finish. He got up, and he finished the race anyway, his father at his side, a stadium on its feet. The moment has been referenced by Barack Obama, featured in Visa and Nike campaigns, and voted one of the most inspirational in Olympic history by NBC. Now one of the UK's most sought-after motivational speakers, Derek has delivered over 1,000 keynotes across 52 countries, speaking to audiences as large as 78,000. In 2025, he was recognised in both the UK's top 15 motivational speakers and Global Gurus' top 10 for corporate events. His message cuts through because it's real. Derek speaks directly to teams about what it takes to keep going when things fall apart, how to perform under pressure, and why finishing matters even when the race doesn't go to plan. If you want your audience to leave with something they'll actually carry with them, book Derek Redmond.

Derek's showreel and videos

Topics, sessions and talks

Dealing With Racism (My Story)
Derek Redmond talks about the fundamentals of diversity and his experience with racism.
Mental Resilience And How To Grow It
Discover the secrets of mental resilience and how to grow it.

Why we recommend booking Derek

Derek Redmond offers your team or business the unique opportunity to learn resilience, teamwork, and determination from a world-class athlete. His inspirational story and practical insights can motivate your group to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve excellence, making him an invaluable asset for any event.

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What topics does Derek Redmond specialise in?
Derek Redmond specialises in discussing athletics, motivational speaking, business performance coaching and more.
What is Derek Redmond's speaking style like?
Derek delivers powerful, authentic talks on resilience and perseverance, drawing from personal experience. His engaging style motivates audiences to overcome challenges and perform under pressure, leaving a lasting impression.
How can I book Derek Redmond for my next event?
Email derek.redmond@getapeptalk.com or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Derek Redmond for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Derek Redmond's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Derek Redmond directly.
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