Jack acquired a spinal cord injury in 2012 aged 20 leaving him with 15% muscle function. Choosing to see the injury as an opportunity to grow, learn and reset his view on life, in the following years Jack has challenged the limits of his situation. As a Pharmacist and Speaker Jack builds awareness of the value of health & wellbeing as drivers for performance coupled with cultivating diverse & inclusive environments where people belong and are valued.
Jack sits on the board of directors of the National Disability Authority and Center for Excellence in Universal Design as well as the leadership development organisation Common Purpose Ireland. Jack hosts the ‘Only Human Podcast’ and is well-known for his acclaimed TEDx talk ‘Fearless Like A Child, Overcoming Adversity’ and award-winning documentaries Breaking Boundaries. Jack loves an adventure, is a keen hand cyclist, budding sailor and can be seen online sit skiing down snowy mountains at speed.
“I encourage people to think differently about perceived challenges and obstacles. How we view the world is totally shaped by perspective and often all it takes is a subtle shift in that perspective to alter how somebody thinks about particular issues that they face, or challenges they encounter in their lives, be they personal, sporting, public or business.” – Jack Kavanagh
Topics
- Adversity
- Diversity
- Motivation
- Overcoming Challenges
- Positive Mindsets
- Health
- Wellness
- Fearlessness
