Jacqui Bell Travels from Brisbane, QLD

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Inspirational
Mental Health
Overcoming Adversity
Resilience
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Jacqui is a 29 year old ultra-runner from Brisbane, Australia.

Coming from a tennis background and working as a personal trainer since the age of 16 Jacqui always kept fairly fit. At 19 Jacqui signed up to her first 50km Race, not even knowing this counted as an Ultra Marathon at the time, she placed 3rd and was on a high for a week. From here Jacqui entered a number of other events sporadically over the years for fun and to give herself some goals.

Then in 2017 when Jacqui was at rock bottom after battling with a number of health issues that were affecting her physically and mentally. This is when she set herself the goal of running 250km’s across The Simpson Desert in Australia – The Big Red Run.

Jacqui had eight months to build up her fitness… the starting point being about 30km’s a week. Jacqui got researching on all things Ultra Marathons and that is when she discovered Racing the Planet’s 4 Deserts… next thing she knew she decided to go not just one bigger but four times bigger… forget the Simpson Desert, hello to one of the toughest enAn Ultra-marathon runner.

In 2018 Jacqui went on to become the Youngest Female in The World to conquer Racing the Planets x4 Desert Grand Slam running 250km’s self supported across the scorching Namibian Desert, Gobi Desert, Atacama Desert and the blizzards of Antarctica. This was just the start for the young gun as Jacqui has now become the Youngest Person in the world to run an ultra marathon on all seven continents.

Today you will find Jacqui competing globally in Ultra marathons and striving to see what she is really capable of in this sport. Outside of running, she is also a professional speaker on a mission to inspire, educate and activate a deeper sense of purpose in tomorrow’s leaders enabling a deeper awareness around the power of choice, what it means to show up and commit, and what it takes to strive for a higher potential regardless of the opportunities. After all, we can choose to rebel but use that rebellion to propel us into a better future.

Keynote Titles

Overcoming Adversity
Finding Your Purpose
Shifting Perspective
Performance Mindset

Testimonials

Jacqui Bell has a big story to tell, and the way she delivers it is both relatable and inspirational. Her achievements to date are remarkable and in seeking out a brand ambassador for Adrenaline, she represented our values and purpose.

The Big Red Group

Jacqui's keynote for our 2024 TerryWhite Chemmart Leaders' Summit was nothing short of inspiring. Her journey in life, and as an ultra-marathon runner is a testament to the power of resilience and determination - qualities that are essential in leadership. Jacqui's ability to overcome extreme challenges and push beyond the limits resonated deeply with our diverse team, and her insights into how to stay focused, driven and remain mentally strong are lessons that we can all apply in both our professional and personal lives. Jacqui delivers her story with the perfect blend of humour and connection, depth and inspiration, and of course courage - leaving the audience with practical insights and tips to put into practice.

Terrywhite Chemmart