Jon Le Galloudec: Remembrance & Fundraising Event Speaker
Book British Army veteran Jon Le Galloudec as a military speaker for remembrance events, veterans' associations and fundraising dinners. An honest, moving true story of service, injury and recovery.
In 2007, while serving with the British Army in Iraq, Jon "Frenchie" Le Galloudec was shot through the spine and left partially paralysed. Doctors said he was unlikely to walk again. He went on to compete at the Invictus Games 2014, play for GB Para Ice Hockey in 2015 and the Cardiff Huskies in 2016, climb Kilimanjaro in 2009, trek to Everest Base Camp in 2011 and write his memoir, After the Bullet (2025).
Jon is available as a veteran guest speaker for fundraising events, regimental and veterans' association dinners and remembrance events. He speaks about service, the friends he lost, and the support that helped him rebuild his life.
In his book, After the Bullet, Jon thanks Cpl Rodney Wilson, who gave his life so that Jon could live.
A keynote speaker for charity and fundraising events
As a keynote speaker for charity events, Jon shows first hand why support for injured and ill service personnel and veterans matters. He has volunteered his time speaking, taking on challenges such as Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp, and fundraising.
What Audiences Take Away
- Service, sacrifice and brotherhood
- Life after a life-changing injury
- Why support for veterans matters
- Hope, humour and resilience
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jon speak at remembrance or regimental events?
Jon speaks to veterans, serving personnel and military families. Get in touch with details of your event and he will let you know if he is available.
How long does Jon speak for?
There is no set length. Jon can give a keynote of around an hour, a conference or TED-style talk of any length, a longer session with an interval, or a series across several days. Every talk is shaped around your event.
How do I book Jon?
Send an enquiry through the contact form on this website with your event date, location, audience size and the kind of talk you have in mind, and Jon will get back to you.
Jon shares his lived experience. His talks are educational and inspirational, not clinical, medical or therapeutic advice. Support contacts are listed on the Speaking page.