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United Kingdom From the front lines of Afghanistan to the front lines of personal transformation, Mark Ormrod MBE has turned adversity into a mission to inspire others through his work as an author, motivational speaker, and co-founder of Kaizen Summit.
Mark has teamed up with Force Wear, a veteran-owned brand that supports veteran charities. This partnership aligns with his values of resilience, service, and perseverance, with designs reflecting his journey from the battlefield to recovery.
Mark proudly became a Trustee for REORG in 2020. He works closely with the charity to raise awareness and funds, helping veterans and emergency service personnel change their lives through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Mark is the Owner/Co-founder of Kaizen Summit, where he helps high-performers, leaders, and teams tackle challenges with clarity and confidence, offering coaching and mentoring in decision-making, resilience, and leadership.
Mark Ormrod serves as an ambassador for the Veterans' Foundation, bringing his deep understanding of the veteran experience to support their mission.
Mark has worked with The Royal Marines Charity, representing the charity and the work they do. He was also employed by the RMA as the Welfare and Operations Assistant.
After his medical discharge, Mark was employed by the Royal Marines Association as the Welfare and Operations Assistant, helping to organize, coordinate events, and support former Commandos.
Mark partners with Combat Fuel, offering discounts on their products to his 'No Limits' community.
Mark partners with Kurk, offering discounts on their products to his 'No Limits' community.
Mark Ormrod joined the Royal Marines in 2001 at the age of 17, serving in the Iraq War before leaving in 2006. He rejoined 40 Commando in 2007 and was deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Herrick. On Christmas Eve 2007, Ormrod suffered life-altering injuries when he stepped on an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a foot patrol in Helmand Province. The explosion resulted in a triple amputation, making him the UK’s first triple amputee to survive the Afghanistan conflict. Ormrod underwent extensive rehabilitation after being medically discharged from the Royal Marines in 2010. Initially told he might never walk again, he defied expectations by walking to receive his operational medal in 2008, just six months after his injury. He later worked for the Royal Marines Association, assisting with welfare issues and fundraising. Ormrod also began developing his speaking career and authored the bestselling book “Man Down,” a raw account of his experiences.
Ormrod’s dedication to personal growth extended to adaptive sports. He participated in the Invictus Games, earning multiple medals, including two silver and two bronze in the 2017 Toronto games, and seven medals, including four gold, in the 2018 Sydney games. His performance at the 2017 Invictus Games earned him the Jaguar Award for Exceptional Performance, Determination and Dedication. In 2018, he received an honorary master’s degree in sports science from Plymouth Marjon University and was featured in a documentary titled “NoLimits.” For his services to the Royal Marines and Veterans, Ormrod was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for 2020. He continues to inspire as a motivational speaker, co-founder of Kaizen Summit, and a trustee for REORG charity, which helps veterans and emergency service personnel through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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