By definition, inspiration sparks creative thoughts and ideas. Do you need more of those? Perhaps. But my  years in the corporate world have shown me that what people truly need is motivation—tangible steps to turn  ideas into action. Every talk I give is rooted in this principle: it's not just about innovation but about execution. 

Through life stories of breaking through barriers—a reputation I've built and one you likely sense if you're here— I engage audiences, urging them to not just listen but actively join the conversation. 

I’m what some might call a multi-hyphenate. My resume reads like this: advertising and marketing executive,  competitive race car driver, the world's only quadriplegic rescue scuba diver, multiple-time marathoner, charity  founder, ex-comedian, husband, dog dad, and a person who refuses to accept the limitations others have  placed on those who are C6 quadriplegics. 

At 15, I dove into the ocean, broke my neck (C6), drowned, and was clinically dead for 2.5 minutes. You might  gasp at this, but I see that moment as one of the most pivotal—and possibly best—days of my life. 

/ My mission is simple:
to help you discover the “loopholes” in life that empower you to rise  above the limitations others impose.

The truth is, we all have our own “wheelchairs.” Mine  happens to be visible, but yours might be depression, PTSD, being on the spectrum,  relationship struggles, or something else entirely. On the surface, these challenges may hold  you back. But they also hold the key to your superpowers.

Let’s uncover yours together. 

Public Speaking

BREAKING Through walls

/ THEMES

Making Your Weakness Your Superpower

Some say your biggest strength is your biggest weakness. I  believe it’s the opposite: your biggest weakness is your  biggest strength. Everything good in life comes from using  this superpower. You just have to be willing to embrace it.

Everyone Has a Wheelchair

I believe we all have our own “wheelchairs.” Mine happens  to be visible. But whether you have depression, PTSD, are on  the spectrum, face relationship issues or anything else, we  all have something which holds us back and makes us feel  underrated. But once we find that, we have found our  superpower!

Setting Goals Before You Know How

How many times have you had an idea, followed by all the  reasons it wouldn’t work? That’s because we are  conditioned to mitigate failure. What if we saw failure as a  good thing? What if you embraced inevitable failure and  used it to fuel success? I talk about my personal failures, all  of which have launched every aspect of my success.

Asking the Tough Questions

Our society has conditioned us to temper our questions. But  we use questions to learn, relate, define, and include. When  we don’t ask questions, we assume. That leads to bigger  issues.

It’s Not HOW You Do Something, It’s the End Result

Schools teach process. Process managers live by process.  But those who understand process, and know when and  how to flex process structure, are set up to win.

How to Bring Others Into Your Journey

Everyone wants to help. I used to see help as bothersome  because everyone wants to help “the wheelchair guy.” Now I  accepts the help because I know I will help others at every  point in my journey. However, I had to learn how to accept  people helping and more importantly, how to ask for it.

/ Client Testimonials

Torsten held the rapt attention of 1,500 conference attendees by simply  being himself. His ability to use his own story to convey valuable  takeaways is second to none. He’s a powerful and memorable speaker to  invite onto your stage.

Kat McGraw Gordon 

Founder 3% Conference

“I loved working with Torsten. His keynote style was inspirational and  chalk full of valuable and actionable information. I will certainly be hiring  him again.” 

Katharine Panessidi 

Content Director - iMedia

Torsten shared inspiring insights for the entire  organization on embracing challenges as much as  failures, assembling a strong team to achieve success  and how to channel “setbacks” into a source of value.  We 100% recommend Torsten as a speaker if you are  looking for a great dose of inspiration and practical take aways!”

Mette Reichert

Volkswagen

Book Torsten For your Next Event

Whether you're looking to inspire innovation, build resilient teams, or ignite transformative change, my talks go beyond inspiration to deliver actionable strategies that your audience can implement immediately.

Book Torsten

/ Get In Touch

Opposed to most online forms which go into the abyss, this one WILL get to me. Whether a question about hand controls, races, sponsorships, or just to say Hi, please drop me a note!!!

HIT ME UP
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.