Joey Evans’ journey is one of remarkable resilience, grit, and triumph. After a motorbike accident left him paralysed from the chest down, doctors told him he would never walk again. But Joey chose a different path. Refusing to let his circumstances define him, he set his sights on a goal he had held since childhood – to race in the Dakar Rally, the world’s toughest off-road motorsport event.

What followed was a ten-year odyssey of recovery, setbacks, and relentless determination. Joey not only learned to walk again, he rebuilt his life and ultimately qualified for the Dakar Rally – a feat most able-bodied riders never achieve. But his greatest test came during the race itself: after riding 9,000km across brutal South American terrain, disaster struck just two days from the finish. His bike was destroyed by a rally car, leaving him stranded and seemingly out of the race. Yet, through sheer will and ingenuity, Joey overcame even this, finishing what he started – a moment that captured global headlines and hearts.

Today, Joey shares this extraordinary motivational journey with audiences around the world. As a keynote speaker, he delivers more than just motivation, he offers practical insights into resilience, mindset, perseverance, and goal-setting. With his trademark blend of powerful storytelling, authentic emotion, humour, and high-octane adventure, Joey inspires people to see their own challenges through a new lens and reignites their commitment to personal and professional goals.

Since the Dakar, Joey has raced across Africa and ridden motorbikes through over 50 countries on six continents. His achievements and impact as a speaker were recognised in 2024 when he was inducted into the Professional Speakers Association of Southern Africa’s ‘Hall of Fame’ and he was awarded the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation.

Joey Evans is not just an inspiring speaker – he’s a world-class storyteller who will elevate your event and leave your audience truly moved.