An avid campaigner for people with disabilities, Scott Everest speaks for TEDxColchester about his deeply personal experiences regarding disability, dignity and the power of peaceful activism.

Scott managed some of the biggest hotels in London before moving into the property industry. With appearances on The One Show and BBC’s Apprentice, he’s also a political commentator for local radio. This talk was given as part of a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organised by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx. Scott Everest started his career in the British Holiday industry and went on to manage some of the biggest hotels in London . He developed to become a Senior Project Manager with Travelodge and was assigned to work within the Customer Experience Team, solving complex problems and initiating behavioural change. He has also worked and consulted for local and national government, with previous project roles has seen him work with Disney and Google. He now works in the Property Industry and as Customer Experience Consultant for Inspire Colchester. He has been an avid and successful campaigner for issues surrounding dignity for people with disabilities. Scott has made multiple media appearances including the One Show and The Apprentice and is also a regular contributor to local radio as a political analyst. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Disability, Dignity & The Need For Changing Places | Scott Everest | TEDxColchester