Adam Pearson

Aged five, Adam was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis which caused non cancerous tumours to grow on his body. He has presented numerous documentaries for the BBC, and reported for The One Show and Channel 4’s Tricks of the Restaurant Trade. Adam has been widely recognised for his award-nominated supporting role in A24’s A Different Man. He also starred in the BAFTA nominated Under the Skin, featuring Scarlett Johansson and directed by Jonathan Glazer, and is cast as Joseph Merrick in a new film adaptation of The Elephant Man (2027). Adam has been named on The Shaw Trust’s Disability Power 100 List as well as being nominated for Celebrity of the Year at the Sense Awards. Adam Pearson’s work focuses on disability, inclusion, resilience, and identity, exploring how visible difference shapes lived experience, opportunity, and perception. Drawing on his work as a disability advocate, actor, and presenter, he examines how individuals and organisations can move beyond assumptions, challenge bias, and create environments where difference is understood as a source of strength rather than limitation He is typically engaged for keynote sessions at conferences and corporate events, where his personal story provides a powerful foundation for wider discussion around inclusion, resilience, and leadership. His sessions combine storytelling with insight into the practical realities of navigating barriers that are often unseen or misunderstood. His work is particularly relevant to organisations seeking to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in relation to disability and visible difference. He is especially valuable in contexts where organisations want to move beyond policy led approaches and better understand how inclusion impacts culture, innovation, and performance in practice. Adam adapts his content to reflect the audience’s context, maturity, and objectives, adjusting emphasis between personal narrative, organisational inclusion, and broader social impact. He ensures discussions remain accessible while addressing sensitive topics with credibility and care. While rooted in UK experience, Adam is globally recognised and the themes he addresses around disability, identity, and inclusion resonate across cultures and societies. His work translates effectively to international audiences and organisations.