Katy Grainger is an inspirational, globally recognized speaker who transformed a life-threatening bout with septic shock, resulting in multiple amputations, into a powerful mission to promote patient advocacy and sepsis awareness. A dedicated member of the Board of Directors for Sepsis Alliance and a Lead Advocate for the Amputee Coalition, Katy's message of hope and reinvention has reached millions through viral educational content and features in magazines, news stories, and podcasts. From the stage to the halls of Capitol Hill, she champions early detection of illness and empowers the sepsis and limb-loss communities, demonstrating that while misfortune can change our circumstances, it doesn't have to suppress our spirit or our ability to lead happy and fulfilling lives. Katy splits her time between the Seattle area and Hawaii, prioritizing her family while advocating for life-saving sepsis awareness worldwide.
""I've known Katy from before this happened, and to watch how she navigated something she never chose was both impressive and deeply inspiring. Her honesty reveals a real depth of strength and humanity - nothing polished, just true. And that's what stays with you."" - Gabby Reece, Host of The Gabby Reece Show, Advocate for Health at Every Age ""A breathtakingly honest and deeply moving story of what it means to thrive beyond tragedy. I met Katy at a snowboarding event with my organization, Adaptive Action Sports, and was instantly struck by how closely her journey mirrors my own. We both faced septic shock and limb loss, and found our way forward. Finding Solid Footing is a powerful reminder that our spirit is never broken, even when our bodies are changed, and that hope and possibility are always within reach."" - Amy Purdy, Keynote Speaker, NY Times Bestseller, 3x Paralympic Medalist ""This isn't just a story about surviving sepsis or losing limbs. It's about becoming someone new without losing who you were. It's about finding radiance in places you never expected. And reading it feels like a privilege."" - Leslie Green, MA, MA, MA, MA, MSW, Ed.S, Director Patient Advocacy & Education, Hanger Clinic