Jane Leonard
Adventurer, Entrepreneur, World Record holder, former England Rugby player, Author, Public Speaker
Jane Leonard is the real deal; a fearless adventurer, a successful entrepreneur, an England rugby player and a published author. She has certainly proved that anything is possible. Jane’s personality is infectious and her ability to drive herself and others is motivating. The team environment is where she thrives.
Her most recent ‘adventure’ came in 2024, when Jane, in a team of four, swam the English Channel from Dover to the French coast. The incredible 21-mile English Channel relay was in aid of Mencap. The swim came after months of rigorous training in cold waters and night swims, and it was a challenge where they faced strong currents, jelly fish and even fishing equipment as obstacles.
Four years earlier and it was the Pacific Ocean that the 41-year-old was conquering. In fact, this time Jane became a Guinness World Record holder for rowing across the Pacific Ocean as part of a three-woman team. The trio rowed the 2,400 nautical mile race in 60 days, 13 hours and 13 minutes, beating the previous world record by more than two days. During their two months at sea, rowing from San Francisco to Hawaii, they lived on a compact 24-foot boat as they battled 15 metre waves, hazardous high winds and Hawaii’s famous shore breaks.
However, in between Jane’s sea adventures, she has become a popular and well thought of public speaker. She talks openly about her role at the Saudi Ministry of Defence where she was tasked with training the first ever iteration of women working in the government’s Security Defence Force, as well as training the UAE’s ruling family of Ras Al Khaimah.
Prior to this, Jane also served ten years in the British Army as a Royal Engineer and a Physical Training Instructor and earned nine rugby caps for England.
Jane has also created “The P.I.E.C.E by Piece Peak Performance Program” that can help people to create peak performance in their lives and she talks about this in her book “What’s Your Numb3r?” where all sales go to the Motor Neurone Disease charity.
When hired as a motivational speaker, the audience is guaranteed a transformative talk that will leave everyone inspired and energised. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from her remarkable journey and unlock your potential.
Career Highlights
Inspirational Speaker
Jane’s speaking topics include: Adventure, Peak Performance, Perseverance & Endurance, Inspiration, Adversity, Working as a Team, Mindset.
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“Jane Leonard is an extraordinary individual who has captivated audiences of all ages through her inspiring speeches. What sets Jane apart is her ability to deliver her message with a perfect blend of humour and humility. Her speeches not only educate but also entertain, leaving audiences inspired and motivated to take on their own challenges."
Francesca Keating, Avery Healthcare
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"Jane delivered an unforgettable speech at our 'Inspiring Those Who Dare' event, leaving a lasting impact on every member of our audience. Her incredibly inspiring story resonated deep. Despite her remarkable journey, Jane remained humble and relatable. Her ability to connect with the audience was empowering. We are grateful for her authentic and transformative presence that invigorated our event."
Caroline Bell, Managing Director at Shepherds Purse Artisan Cheese
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"A fantastic finish to our conference. Jane's energy was explosive and exactly the lift the audience needed".
Helen Eshelby, South Yorkshire Police
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