Paul Fontaine keynotes in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Paul Fontaine – Resilience Advocate & Inspirational Speaker Living with Purpose
Paul Fontaine is an internationally recognized inspirational speaker, adventurer, and mindset coach who has transformed adversity into a powerful force for growth. Born in 1983 with cystic fibrosis, a chronic and life-threatening genetic disease affecting lung function, Paul lives with just 55% respiratory capacity—yet he defies the odds daily.
Far from being limited by his condition, Paul has taken on some of the world’s most demanding physical challenges. He has completed the Paris Marathon in 4 hours, climbed Mont Blanc, scaled Mount Kilimanjaro, and cycled across France, proving that strength is not just physical—it’s rooted in courage, mental tenacity, and purpose.
His motto? “Illness is not a weakness. It is an extraordinary opportunity. A life catalyst. A springboard to happiness.”
🏆 Notable Achievements
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Paris Marathon Finisher – Completed the race in under 4 hours despite reduced lung function.
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Summited Mont Blanc and Kilimanjaro – Powerful feats of endurance, achieved against all physical odds.
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Author of “Être un Petit Prince” (2024) – A personal reflection on Saint-Exupéry’s masterpiece, linking themes of resilience, childhood, and meaning.
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7-time TEDx Speaker – Sharing his message of strength, emotion, and perspective to thousands across Europe.
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Certified Member of AFCP – The French Association of Professional Speakers, ensuring high-quality delivery and recognized credibility.
Language spoken by the keynote speaker:
- French
Key Themes & Expertise
Keynote Themes & Expertise
💥 Boost Your Mindset
Paul’s signature keynote is a high-impact, emotionally charged experience that awakens inner strength. Using real-life experiences and tangible takeaways, he helps individuals and teams rewire their thinking, shift perspectives, and take bold steps forward—no matter the challenge.
💡 From Pain to Purpose
Through deeply personal stories of navigating illness, fear, and the unknown, Paul illustrates how adversity can serve as a catalyst for transformation. He shows how meaning, vision, and vulnerability are essential components of true leadership and personal success.
🛠️ Embrace Uncertainty & Build Resilience
In a world marked by change and unpredictability, Paul offers a framework for cultivating mental clarity, emotional strength, and collective energy in the face of uncertainty.
🤝 Inclusion & Courageous Leadership
As a speaker living with an invisible disability, Paul speaks powerfully about inclusion, breaking biases, and how organizations can build cultures of empathy, resilience, and team cohesion.
Paul Fontaine doesn’t just speak about transformation—he lives it. His authenticity, vulnerability, and strength allow audiences to connect emotionally and walk away empowered.
Whether you’re leading a company through change, building high-performance teams, or simply looking for deeper meaning, Paul brings unforgettable energy, hope, and practical insight.
He reminds us:
“It’s not about the victory. It’s about failing, again and again, and continuing to act.”
