"He is a captivating speaker, describing his life changing injuries and the journey of his remarkable recovery with poise, eloquence and humour. He is thought provoking and inspirational with a message that will resonate with a wide spectrum of audiences."
Phillip Howell, Chief Executive. Rathbone Brothers PLC
"David presented to a mixed group of members from the board and the ExCo. He spoke clearly, without notes, in a natural and easy way. We hung on his every word. We heard his story which is remarkable and were helped to realise that life shattering trauma does not have to mean the end. His experience and give it a try positivity resonated with each of us in its own way. David has the ability to command any room, we all left with plenty to think about and are better individually and as a team for having heard him speak."
Simon Pilcher, CEO Fixed Income. M&G Investment
“David’s courage, determination and compassion for others make him an exceptional motivational speaker. He describes with breath taking honesty the challenges he has faced, both before and after his life changing injury. His eloquence, thoughtfulness and humility held our students spell bound. He is a living embodiment of his own unique message that life’s knock backs don’t have to set you back.” Candice Woolfson, Programme Director. School of Confidence
"David is an exceptionally thoughtful, articulate, selfless, professional, courageous and immaculately sharp young man who has impressed me and those I have introduced him to at many of my events."
Emma Willis MBE, Founder of Style for Soldiers
"His clear no nonsense personal account of his experiences will silence most audiences and his rationalisation of the cards he has been dealt will not fail to motivate and inspire others. Following his talk at Vodafone people realised how little they really have to complain about."
Bart Borchardt, Head of Transformation. Vodafone Limited
"David is an engaging speaker with an incredible personal story to tell about overcoming great adversity and using this to move on with his own life and to motivate others to be the best that they can be. The students and staff at St Anne’s were inspired by him and all of us left the room thinking about how we can use his experiences to develop greater resilience and rise to the challenge of whatever life might throw in our way."
Siobhan Gilling, Head Teacher. St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls
"Compelling, powerful, and motivating. He inspired the room with a personal account of his incredible journey and the experiences and lessons that are fundamental to it."
Rebecca Clarke, Director of Sales Operations. TEK Systems
"David has a natural talent to charm and amuse his audience, whilst still getting a serious message across, a message that remains at the forefront of the mind and gives food for thought. Speaking clearly, warmly, honestly and with humour, engaging his audience, giving them an inspirational insight into how life has changed for him since his injury.”
Gilly Norton, Founder of Supporting Wounded Veterans
"There is no way that you can fail to be inspired by such a resilient, hardworking and determined young man. David reached and motivated the students on a level that not many can reach with his emotional and personal journey through his life so far. He definitely left them contemplating how much they really have to complain about."
Dionne Lawrence, Head of Years 12 and 13. St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls
"David O’Mahoney showed a number of great values and ways in which to motivate us young students at St Anne’s. Telling us about his past and all the things he has faced throughout the course of his lifetime shows great perseverance and the ability to use the adversities of his life and make them into a better thing. It was engaging and motivational to see him working hard to become a good person no matter what. Watching the video regarding him carrying the British flag at the Olympic ceremony showed great service to our country, despite his disability. It was a thoroughly engaging presentation and there should be more speakers like David as these people change people’s lives for the better."
Year 13 Student
"I loved how David was confident enough to speak about his past. The fact he is able to share his story is an inspiration in itself. He is a true legend."
Year 13 Student
"Really good, I felt inspired by what he does and how positive he is despite everything. I believe every year group should have the chance to hear him speak."
Year 13 Student
"He was very inspiring and what he spoke about was thought provoking yet really emotional. He has made a difference to the way that I now think. It was amazing."
Year 13 Student
"Extremely confident and inspiring, I personally found him and his journey very relatable."
Year 13 Student
Phillip Howell, Chief Executive. Rathbone Brothers PLC
"David presented to a mixed group of members from the board and the ExCo. He spoke clearly, without notes, in a natural and easy way. We hung on his every word. We heard his story which is remarkable and were helped to realise that life shattering trauma does not have to mean the end. His experience and give it a try positivity resonated with each of us in its own way. David has the ability to command any room, we all left with plenty to think about and are better individually and as a team for having heard him speak."
Simon Pilcher, CEO Fixed Income. M&G Investment
“David’s courage, determination and compassion for others make him an exceptional motivational speaker. He describes with breath taking honesty the challenges he has faced, both before and after his life changing injury. His eloquence, thoughtfulness and humility held our students spell bound. He is a living embodiment of his own unique message that life’s knock backs don’t have to set you back.” Candice Woolfson, Programme Director. School of Confidence
"David is an exceptionally thoughtful, articulate, selfless, professional, courageous and immaculately sharp young man who has impressed me and those I have introduced him to at many of my events."
Emma Willis MBE, Founder of Style for Soldiers
"His clear no nonsense personal account of his experiences will silence most audiences and his rationalisation of the cards he has been dealt will not fail to motivate and inspire others. Following his talk at Vodafone people realised how little they really have to complain about."
Bart Borchardt, Head of Transformation. Vodafone Limited
"David is an engaging speaker with an incredible personal story to tell about overcoming great adversity and using this to move on with his own life and to motivate others to be the best that they can be. The students and staff at St Anne’s were inspired by him and all of us left the room thinking about how we can use his experiences to develop greater resilience and rise to the challenge of whatever life might throw in our way."
Siobhan Gilling, Head Teacher. St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls
"Compelling, powerful, and motivating. He inspired the room with a personal account of his incredible journey and the experiences and lessons that are fundamental to it."
Rebecca Clarke, Director of Sales Operations. TEK Systems
"David has a natural talent to charm and amuse his audience, whilst still getting a serious message across, a message that remains at the forefront of the mind and gives food for thought. Speaking clearly, warmly, honestly and with humour, engaging his audience, giving them an inspirational insight into how life has changed for him since his injury.”
Gilly Norton, Founder of Supporting Wounded Veterans
"There is no way that you can fail to be inspired by such a resilient, hardworking and determined young man. David reached and motivated the students on a level that not many can reach with his emotional and personal journey through his life so far. He definitely left them contemplating how much they really have to complain about."
Dionne Lawrence, Head of Years 12 and 13. St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls
"David O’Mahoney showed a number of great values and ways in which to motivate us young students at St Anne’s. Telling us about his past and all the things he has faced throughout the course of his lifetime shows great perseverance and the ability to use the adversities of his life and make them into a better thing. It was engaging and motivational to see him working hard to become a good person no matter what. Watching the video regarding him carrying the British flag at the Olympic ceremony showed great service to our country, despite his disability. It was a thoroughly engaging presentation and there should be more speakers like David as these people change people’s lives for the better."
Year 13 Student
"I loved how David was confident enough to speak about his past. The fact he is able to share his story is an inspiration in itself. He is a true legend."
Year 13 Student
"Really good, I felt inspired by what he does and how positive he is despite everything. I believe every year group should have the chance to hear him speak."
Year 13 Student
"He was very inspiring and what he spoke about was thought provoking yet really emotional. He has made a difference to the way that I now think. It was amazing."
Year 13 Student
"Extremely confident and inspiring, I personally found him and his journey very relatable."
Year 13 Student