Amy Purdy
Paralympic Medallist | Bestselling Author & Thought Leader
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Amy Purdy overcame tremendous adversity to become a Paralympic medalist and acclaimed speaker. After losing both her legs to meningitis at the age of 19, she went on to win Bronze and Silver medals in snowboarding.
Purdy's bestselling memoir 'On My Own Two Feet' chronicled her inspirational journey, which has earned her recognition as a leading voice on design thinking, brand storytelling, and peak performance. Her keynotes help audiences unlock their own resilience and creativity to achieve their biggest goals.
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Living beyond limits
When she was 19, Amy Purdy lost both her legs below the knee. And now ... she's a pro snowboarder (and a killer competitor on "Dancing with the Stars"!). In this powerful talk, she shows us how to draw inspiration from life's obstacles.
Amy Purdy at Cannes Lions 2025
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Cannes Lions | 2025 | 🇫🇷Cannes, France |
| TEDxOrangeCoast 2011 | 2011 |
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