Naomi Riches MBE
Who is Naomi Riches MBE?
Naomi Riches MBE is a Paralympic gold and bronze medallist, six-time World Champion, and Guinness World Record setter, as well as a sought-after motivational speaker.
What are Naomi Riches MBE’s main achievements?
Naomi Riches MBE was diagnosed as registered blind just a few months after birth. Despite this, she was determined not to let her visual impairment define her future, choosing to focus on possibility rather than limitation. After taking up rowing at college, Naomi went on to become one of Britain’s most successful Para-Rowers, winning six World Championship gold medals and setting a Guinness World Record.
The highlight of Naomi’s career came at the Paralympics, after earning a bronze medal in Beijing in 2008, she went on to claim gold at her home Games in London in 2012, cementing her place among Britain’s most celebrated Paralympic athletes.
What kind of topics does Naomi Riches MBE cover at events?
- Resilience & Building Trust – Drawing on her journey from severe bullying and self-doubt to Paralympic gold, Naomi delivers powerful insights into building resilience and earning trust in any environment.
- Inspiration & Motivation – Naomi’s experiences of overcoming disability and competing at the highest level make her one of the most compelling motivational speakers in the industry.
- DE&I – Born registered blind, Naomi speaks candidly about life with a disability and champions diversity of thought and experience, helping audiences recognise that differences are often a source of strength.
- Goal Setting & Empowerment — From controlling the controllables to achieving beyond expectation, Naomi offers practical frameworks for setting ambitious goals and empowering teams to reach them.
A hugely versatile speaker with over 17 years of experience, contact Evolve today to learn what other topics Naomi can cover.
Why should you hire Naomi Riches MBE for your next event?
If you’re looking for a speaker who can inspire and engage in equal measure, Naomi Riches MBE is the perfect choice. Combining honest storytelling with practical insights on resilience, confidence, teamwork and leadership, Naomi challenges audiences to reconsider what is possible both personally and professionally. Her natural warmth and authenticity ensure her message resonates long after the event has ended.
How to hire Naomi Riches MBE for your next event?
A Paralympic champion and leading diversity advocate, all of Naomi Riches MBE’s engagements are hugely inspiring.
For more information on how to hire Naomi Riches MBE for your next event or private function, make an enquiry or email us at agent@evolve-agency.co.uk
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