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Danny Crates is a Paralympian, TV presenter, pundit, author, renowned keynote speaker and event host, and personal performance and career development coach.
He lost his right arm in a car accident whilst in Australia in 1994, but even before this, he was a promising athlete, representing both Essex and the Eastern counties of England in rugby.
Losing his arm in the crash did not dampen his spirit, however, and he was back playing full-contact rugby within a year.
He then went on to qualify as a scuba diving instructor, working on the Great Barrier Reef.
He holds several athletics medals, including two gold and one bronze from the Paralympic Games.
He was a flag bearer at the 2008 Beijing opening ceremony, and now works as a pundit and commentator across a range of sporting programmes.
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Danny Crates is best known for his talents on the track, in the 200m, 400m, and 800m.
A career that lasted over a decade, he held gold and silver medals from the World Championships; a gold from the German National Championships; two golds at the British BT Open; a gold at the European Championships; a gold at the World Indoor Championships; two golds at the European Championships; and two golds and a silver at the Paralympic World Cup.
He also won a bronze at the Sydney Paralympic Games in 2000, and two golds at the Athens Games in 2004, and the Paralympics Revival in 1999 respectively.
DANNY CRATES | MEDIA
He retired from athletics in 2009 and is now a pundit, commentator, and presenter for a range of sporting events, including the Paralympics, World Athletics, World Darts Championships, and European Championships.
He has appeared on Ready Steady Cook (2003), A Question of Sport (2004-07), Inside Out (2014), Celebrity Masterchef (2015), Food: Truth or Scare (2017; 2018), Celebrity Eggheads (2017), and Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2017).
He has also featured on the radio, hosting his own show called Inspirational Essex for BBC Essex – a 13-week run in which Danny interviewed guests about their own inspirational stories.
In 2012, he released his autobiography Danny Boy, telling his story in an entertaining way that inspires optimism – the book was even chosen as the Evening Standard Top Sports Book of the Year in 2012.
DANNY CRATES | CORPORATE
He is the founder of the coaching business 1404 Performance, whose methods merge high-performance sport principles with innovative business strategies.
And it is through 1404 Performance that he has created his ‘5 Pillars of Performance’, a tool that can be utilised by any business or organisation.
He is now a highly sought-after motivational speaker.
With over 20 years of experience, he has honed the art of speaking and coaching, translating the lessons he learnt during high-performance sport into corporate success.
He works with individuals, teams, and wider organisations to help improve adaptability, focus, and sustained performance, focusing on resilience, change management, and leadership in demanding environments.
As well as speaking, he is an experienced host and conference MC.
He is also a live event host, providing a seamless, engaging, and high-energy experience.
He is also a seasoned master of ceremonies and connects effortlessly with audiences, keeping the event flowing with warmth and professionalism.
He is also available for corporate films, bringing your corporate videos to life.
He has many years of experience in front of the camera and understands what is required to deliver the message in an engaging manner.
Danny Crates – Speaker For Business
Danny is a highly skilled speaker, recognised for his compelling delivery, energetic presence, and ability to inspire and engage audiences.
He has over 20 years of experience delivering transformative keynotes, leadership sessions, and corporate training. His areas of expertise include:
– Resilience and Overcoming Adversity: Developing a champion’s mindset to navigate challenges and setbacks
– High-Performance Leadership: Enhancing focus, adaptability, and discipline to drive success
– Corporate Resilience and Change Management: Equipping businesses with strategies to thrive in an evolving landscape
– Peak Performance Strategies: Building the habits and mindset required for long-term excellence
DANNY CRATES | KEYNOTE TALKS
The Resilient Mindset: Thriving in Change and Uncertainty
In today’s unpredictable world, resilience is the key to sustained success.
Danny shares powerful insights on how to develop a resilient mindset that allows individuals and teams to adapt, thrive, and excel, no matter what challenges are thrown at them.
Attendees Will Learn:
– How to embrace change with confidence and agility
– Proven strategies to build mental toughness and emotional resilience
– The power of mindset in overcoming obstacles and adversity
– How to stay motivated and perform at their best, even in uncertain times
The High-Performance Blueprint: Lessons From Elite Sport
Danny unpacks the fundamental principles of high performance, drawing on his own experiences as a Paralympic gold medallist and elite athlete.
He reveals how the discipline, mindset, and strategies used in world-class sport can be applied to business, leadership, and personal growth.
Attendees Will Learn:
– How to build a resilient mindset and maintain focus in high-pressure situations
– The essential traits that define high performers in sport and business
– How to foster a winning culture within teams and organisations
– The role of goal-setting and marginal gains in driving sustained success
The 5 Pillars of Elite Performance: A Winning Formula for Success
Success – whether in sport, business, or life – is not built on talent alone, it requires a structured approach, a clear purpose, and the right mindset.
Danny shares his 5 ‘Pillars of Performance’, a proven framework that has driven him to Paralympic gold.
Attendees Will Learn:
– Clear Targets/Goals: define what success looks like
– Purpose: understanding the deeper reason behind your ambitions to fuel resilience and commitment
– Blueprint/Roadmap: craft a plan that delivers results
– Winning Environment/The Team: surround yourself with the right people
– Edge/Incremental Gains: Master the 1% improvements
Danny Crates – Speaker For Schools
Danny is also a highly experienced education speaker, having been visiting schools and academics for over two decades.
He has a great understanding of how to motivate a young mind, and by using his own experiences, he will leave students believing that the impossible is possible!
Danny Crates – Coaching
Danny provides executive coaching for sustainable high-performance service for senior leaders, founders, and executive teams operating in high-pressure environments.
Together with his clients, Danny helps to improve strategic clarity and decision-making, develop sustainable high-performance behaviours, strengthen self-awareness, lead effectively through uncertainty, re-establish purpose and direction, and prevent burnout.
DANNY CRATES | PAST EVENTS
– GIFA Awards Dinner
– Care Concern Group Awards Dinner
– AMCIS Marketing Awards
– Essex Activity Awards
– AoC Sports National Championships Opening Ceremony
– Star Awards, Southern Water
– Thurrock Civic Awards
– Ophthalmology Awards
– Veterinary Marketing Awards
– Thurrock Business Awards
– APFE 10-Year Celebration Event
DANNY CRATES | CLIENTS
Amazon, Boston Scientific, Cox Automotive, Deloitte, Gallagher, General Mills, Google, Grohe, Infosys, Martin Brower, Medac, NHS, Sephora, TD Synnex.
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Key Information
Paralympic Gold Medal Winning Athlete🔹TV Presenter, 🔹Pundit, 🔹Commentator🔹Personal and Career Development Coach🔹Business Speaker, 🔹School Speaker, 🔹Coach
