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ENDURANCE RUNNER
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ADVENTURE ATHLETE
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MENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGNER
SALLY ORANGE MBE
Sally Orange MBE is an endurance runner, adventure athlete & mental health campaigner.
She is the only person on the planet to complete a marathon on every continent in fancy dress (as different pieces of fruit!), which gives you a flavour of her colourful personality.
She holds multiple Guinness world records and world firsts, has run over 80 marathons, completed 8 full Ironman triathlons and has completed 22 years’ exemplary service in the Royal Army Medical Corps as a Physiotherapy Officer. This included an operational tour of duty in Afghanistan.
Sally captained the first British female team to complete the relentless Race Across America, the worlds toughest cycle race and has also ran the toughest footrace on earth, the Marathon des Sables. Add cycling the length of New Zealand, swimming the English Channel relay, climbing several 6000m+ mountains in Nepal and Bolivia and skiing 250km across the largest plateau in the Arctic circle and you will gain an understanding of her zest for life!
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Having faced her own challenges with severe depression and chronic anxiety, Sally speaks openly in an attempt to remove the associated stigma. She encourages others to manage their own mental well being through healthy eating, physical activity and a positive mindset.
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In 2023 Sally was awarded an MBE for her services to charity and mental health in the King's first Birthday Honours List.
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SPEAKING
EXPERIENCED & ENGAGING SPEAKER WITH THE ABILITY TO CONNECT WITH ANY AUDIENCE
Sally has spoken at events across the world for business groups, charities, schools and corporate companies.
Each talk is tailored to its audience and contains a unique message which draws on experiences from her incredible life.
From serving on the frontline in Afghanistan to completing some of the toughest endurance races on the planet, Sally inspires all those that cross her path with her positive ‘can do’ attitude, infectious warm smile and an ability to engage children and adults of all ages, backgrounds and cultures.
“Sally is an enthusiastic, humorous, honest speaker. The tales of her wacky but tough adventures are filled with adventure, empathy and food for thought.”
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Al Humphreys - Adventurer, Author and Motivational Speaker
"While our employees have been working from home, Sally Orange joined us on a video call to talk about her ultra-marathon running and ways of overcoming adversity.
We were fortunate to enjoy much more than a conversation; the interview became an open discussion about mental health and education. A topic that is vitally important, but is so often challenging to discuss.
What Sally has achieved is an inspiration to us all but I am sure the best is still yet to come. Sally is now a friend of Avanti and we will support her along the next chapter of her journey.”
Kyle Whitehill, CEO, Avanti Communications
"Simply put, Sally is formidable! From running marathons in far flung places dressed as a piece of fruit to speaking with authenticity to a mixed and challenging audience, Sally does it all with consummate grace. Sally is genuinely admirable and equally humble which is a rare and highly effective blend, and it is an honour to know her. I can wholeheartedly recommend Sally as a speaker, mentor, or ambassador. I would, however, hesitate to recommend Sally as a training partner unless you are super fit!."
Sarah Pittaway - Divisional Director, Pinnacle Group
MEDIA
MAGAZINE | RADIO | TV | PODCAST
Sally has been interviewed and featured by many international media outlets around the world.
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If you would like to connect with Sally about future opportunities and collaborations, then please do get in touch.
BBC Breakfast
Scotty Couch
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SPONSORS
Sally has a global footprint and is a champion of many important causes including mental health, children, healthy eating and physical activity. She is keen to work with brands and organisations that reflect the same values.
She has a distinguished profile having served her country as both a soldier and health care professional. She holds an enhanced criminal background check and is also an experienced Chartered Physiotherapist.
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