We had the pleasure of welcoming Patto to speak at our networking breakfast. Patto totally captivated the audience from beginning to end with a talk that was inspiring, motivating, funny and heartfelt. Patto taught us that no matter what you do, honing the skills of resilience and perseverance can greatly benefit us in business and in our personal lives. We would highly recommend Patto as a corporate event speaker.

It was a pleasure to welcome Patto to Downe House, his talk enthused and inspired our 6th Form girls. He tackled difficult issues with humour and really engaged the girls so that they felt part of his story. It was a fantastic reminder about the importance of resilience, working with your support system, and looking for opportunities through challenges.

It was a true privilege to have Patto speak at Essex Big Bash 2025, our charity cricket event in aid of Samaritans. His resilience, strength and honesty left a lasting impression on everyone there. Patto brought something really special to the day — warm, funny and inspiring, he had the whole crowd engaged from start to finish. He captured the spirit of the event perfectly: community, fun and making a difference. Thank you, Patto, for sharing not just your journey, but your heart. We’re so grateful you were part of it.

We were delighted to welcome Andrew Patterson to Kingswood House, where he delivered an inspiring and engaging talk to our senior pupils. Patto shared his personal journey with honesty, encouraging students to view challenges not as limitations but as opportunities for growth and self-belief. His powerful message about mind-set, resilience and celebrating small wins resonated strongly with pupils, reminding them that progress is built through perseverance and consistency. Patto’s talk left a lasting and positive impression on our school community.

The resilience training session delivered by Patto was eye-opening and empowering. The subject of resilience needs a powerful backstory to lift us out of the text books and into the real world. Patto has that and more. Presented with a dose of Irish wit and humour, Patto set our team as ease, created a safe, engaging space and provided practical toolset for addressing challenges, and bouncing back from setbacks. Highly recommended, thanks Patto.

Patto's authenticity and warmth created an immediate connection with the students, and he engaged them in a meaningful conversation about navigating life’s challenges with resilience, humour, and the support of good people. With his elite sports mindset, Patto delivered an inspiring presentation that truly made an impact on our pupils, leaving them motivated and empowered.

Patto spoke at the BRA Old Boys dinner and he exceeded every expectation. His story, from diagnosis through to his remarkable resilience in the face of life-changing challenges, embodies the power of positive thinking and perseverance. Patto delivered his message with warmth, humour and authenticity, leaving everyone in the room inspired and deeply moved. He didn’t just share a story, he gave us a lesson in courage and optimism.

Patto recently shared his incredible life story with our Upper Sixth pupils. His journey is a testament to the power of resilience and positive thinking. The message of perseverance and optimism resonated deeply and they left feeling motivated to approach their own challenges with a renewed sense of courage and positivity. Patto’s sense of humour and courage makes him a great example for our young people.