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Why Mastermind Academy?
As the professional development and training leaders with more than 25 years experience. We know what great progress looks like and what Sports professionals need to know, do and deliver to succeed.
What’s more, we really do understand how training works and we are experts in designing and delivering programmes that provide the tools and motivation to make change happen.
Des Morant
Des left school and began his working life as an apprentice artificial limb maker. In this role, he encountered amputees who displayed incredibly positive attitudes, which had a profound impact on his perspective. He pondered: who is more disabled – the amputees or the able-bodied? Des realized that one’s mindset and outlook determine so much. Life can be viewed through a positive or negative lens, and either view is a valid choice.
Joining a network marketing organization was transformative for Des, exposing him to mentors who shifted his perspective and empowered him to see his potential as never before. Through this community, he discovered a passion for self-growth that ignited his highest aspirations.
Des dove into personal growth, attending seminars, reading motivational books and listening to tapes by personal development leaders. He began reprogramming his mind, deleting old limiting beliefs and adopting an empowering mindset. Through this process, Des transformed from a quiet young man with a poor self-image into a confident coach and speaker, able to inspire and motivate people of all ages and backgrounds. He developed an engaging style that delivered thought-provoking insights on a variety of topics, empowering people to create meaningful change.
Des applied these skills as a football manager at the semi-professional level. In his first season, he led his team to a major trophy against all odds. Many players from that winning team became part of a combined squad that went on to win multiple leagues and trophies under his leadership. Des’ experience and insights from his successful management career formed the foundation of the book “The Ultimate Professional Footballer,” which he co-authored.
Des maintains a passion for inspiring positive change and enabling people to reach their full potential. He has taken on the mission to “Igniting Destinies” and is committed to leaving a meaningful legacy for others to follow.
Jeff Simpson
As a director of Mastermind Academy UK Ltd, Jeff Simpson is diligent and committed to the profession of coaching and mentoring. He became a founding partner of Mastermind Academy UK Ltd in 2008 alongside Des Morant after developing a close personal and professional relationship spanning over 30 years.
Jeff has over 25 years of experience specializing in training, coaching and mentoring within major corporate organizations across various industries, including education, welfare, and human rights.
Prior to becoming a director at Mastermind Academy UK Ltd, Jeff was driven by his dreams and desire for success. This led him to a 15-year career as a Business Development Consultant, where he counselled Chief Executive Officers on building their businesses. He was also involved in promoting a wide variety of personal development book titles.
In addition to training and assisting people in building their lives, Jeff and Des became published authors. Together, they wrote the self-help book “The Ultimate Professional Footballer,” which outlines an 8-step program focused on young footballers. The book covers important subjects like the “Importance of a Handshake” and is sold on Amazon.
Born and raised in South London, Jeff obtained a preliminary certificate in social care at college as well as an A-Level in psychology.
Today, Jeff is focused on “Inspiring Heroes” to achieve their goals in their chosen careers and become well-adjusted, well-rounded individuals. He provides additional training to help people live authentic lives.

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