OUR SPEAKERS
Amplifying Voices, Fostering Inclusion
At EnableRise, we believe in the transformative power of voices.
Voices that advocate for change, voices that inspire progress, and voices that champion inclusivity.
Our mission is clear: to drive positive change and make a meaningful impact towards a more inclusive world.
Louise Hunt Skelley
In 2012, Louise pursued her childhood dream by competing in her first Paralympic Games in London.
Four years later, she participated in the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, ranking 10th in the world. During the same year, she achieved another childhood ambition by qualifying to play in Wimbledon for the second time.
Currently, Louise is self-employed with a diverse career portfolio. She possesses extensive expertise in commentating and presenting, having contributed to prestigious events like Wimbledon, the Paralympic Games, World Masters, and The European Championships. Additionally, she serves as an athlete mentor, guiding youth to develop life and employability skills through sports. As a consultant, she offers advice on various topics such as diversity and inclusion.
Moreover, she has showcased her versatility by modeling at London Fashion Week and moderating panel discussions with industry experts.
Samanta Bullock
Is a leading advocate for inclusion and sustainability in the fashion industry. As a co-owner of London Represents, she leads a fashion show promoting diversity and environmental awareness. Recognized among the UK’s 100 most influential people with disabilities by the Shaw Trust List, Samanta also co-owns EnableRise, a consultancy specializing in disability inclusion.
In sports, Samanta earned recognition as a doubles Silver Medalist in wheelchair tennis at the ParaPanAm Games, proudly representing Brazil. Beyond her sporting and fashion achievements, she founded Bullock Inclusion, a Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on social projects bridging fashion and sports with a focus on inclusivity. Samanta’s diverse initiatives reflect her dedication to fostering positive societal change and empowerment.
Christopher Hunt Skelley
Chris Hunt Skelley MBE PLY is a Paralympic Judoka Champion who won gold in his weight class at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Chris developed issues with his sight when he was young, but it wasn’t until he was 19 when his condition was actually diagnosed as Ocular Albinism.
Eventually his condition degenerated further, leaving him unable to continue his potential career as a mechanic or to play team sport safely, his two passions as a youngster.
He found Judo as a child and it was while fighting blindfolded and winning against sighted competitors that Chris was spotted as a potential elite athlete and fighter. Since competing internationally, he has won a number of medals, including being crowned European Champion, has won two World Championship bronze medals, for five years he has won Silver Medals at the IBSA World Cup events, as well as becoming ranked world number 1 across two different weight categories.
Outside of judo Chris is an ambassador for several charities and has won multiple awards such as the UK Sport Social Impact award and the Yorkshire Sport lifetime achievement award, and in 2022 he was awarded his MBE
Mark Bullock
Mark has 30 years experience in Paralympic/disability sport, sports development & the broader social impact of sport. He is passionate about diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, healthy lifestyles & nutrition. He is an experienced leader, manager, coach, mentor and now a consultant working with a number of organisations to promote & develop inclusive sport. He has travelled to more than 80 countries developing wheelchair tennis & attended 4 Paralympic Games & 2 Olympics in various capacities from coach to Technical Delegate.
He has extensive experience of delivering award winning sports programmes in developing countries. He also managed the largest public tennis centre in the UK and delivered community tennis programmes in two cities. Mark is an experienced public speaker having spoken at numerous conferences all over the world. He is a member of the University of Nottingham Sports Board & is also a mentor to current students and has won several awards from the University.
He was a member of International Paralympic Committee Paralympic Games Committee & was a regular delegate to the IPC Sports Council and General Assembly over a number of years. He writes a regular blog on inclusive with sport & physical activity being the central theme.
