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Levison Wood

A respectable adventurer, Levison Wood is a person with the ability to transfer his global adventures into leading TV specials. From winning Travel Book of the Year to Walking the Nile, he captivates audiences with his epic tales from 100+ countries.

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Exhilarating... Wood is just the kind of guy you want with you on an adventure.

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Why you should book Levison Wood for your next event

  • Levison is an in-demand speaker who has previously given high-profile talks for business clients, including The Independent, The Telegraph, and Forbes, to mention but a few.
  • He has a rare knack for delivering thought-provoking speeches covering a wide range of areas, including leadership, creativity, and team building.
  • Former Army Major turned adventurer, Levison is undoubtedly one of the best-selling photographers and authors who combines a passion for exploration with photography. He is best known for his numerous walking expeditions across Asia and Africa.
Levison is a British icon with many hats: an explorer, photographer, author, etc. He has worked tirelessly traversing the world and documenting his travels like no other. Needless to mention that his work has been featured internationally in some of the most respected publications, including The Sunday Times, National Geographic, BBC, and Discovery Channel. He has traveled in at least 100 countries, meaning he possesses a wealth of invaluable experiences accumulated over the years. You will appreciate how well he delves into these experiences to deliver motivational and insightful speeches that leave a lasting impression on the audience.
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Keynotes

Keynote by Levison Wood: The Art of Exploration: Leadership lessons from the road less travelled

Drawing from his experiences navigating remote landscapes and challenging environments, Levison explores the critical traits of effective leadership: resilience, adaptability, and curiosity. Through his own journey—whether crossing the Himalayas or walking the length of the Nile—he shares how leaders can thrive in uncertainty and lead teams through adversity.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Risk & Reward: The explorer’s approach to decision-making

In this dynamic talk, Levison dissects the importance of calculated risk-taking, both in expeditions and business. Using real-life anecdotes of facing danger in warzones, wild landscapes, and remote regions, he illustrates how to assess risk, embrace uncertainty, and make bold, informed decisions that lead to success.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Beyond Survival: Teamwork under pressure in extreme environments

Teamwork is essential when faced with life-threatening challenges. Levison discusses the power of collaboration in the toughest environments, sharing how diverse teams—whether military, scientific, or in business—succeed by relying on trust, communication, and mutual respect.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Creativity Under Pressure: Finding innovative solutions in the field

In this talk, Levison shows how exploration forces one to think outside the box. From navigating unknown terrains to finding solutions to life-threatening problems, he demonstrates how an "explorer’s mindset" fosters creativity and innovation in the face of adversity.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: The Explorer's Mindset: Curiosity as a tool for personal & professional growth

Curiosity is a powerful driver of progress, both in exploration and in business. Levison shares his insights on how curiosity led him to the most awe-inspiring corners of the world, and how embracing this trait can unlock opportunities, drive personal growth, and build stronger teams.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Photography: Capturing the spirit of Adventure

A seasoned photographer and Leica ambassador, Levison reveals how photography has played a key role in his adventures. In this visually-rich talk, he shares his journey behind the lens, offering insights into how capturing the right moment can convey powerful messages about leadership, resilience, and the human spirit.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Conservation & Adventure: Exploring the world’s fragile ecosystems

Levison shares his experiences working alongside conservationists and exploring the world’s most endangered regions. Through captivating stories from his wildlife-focused expeditions, he delves into the importance of preserving our planet and discusses how businesses and individuals can play an active role in environmental stewardship.

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Keynote by Levison Wood: Keynote Topic examples

Levison Wood offers engaging, bespoke keynote talks and fireside chats, tailored to every audience. With captivating stories from his global adventures, he inspires teams and leaders to embrace the explorer's mindset, whether they’re navigating risk, leading innovation, or fostering collaboration. His talks are enhanced with videos and photos from his expeditions, ensuring every session is immersive, interactive, entertaining and impactful.

All talks are designed to be adaptable, depending on the needs of the audience, and include vivid storytelling, engaging visuals, and opportunities for interactive discussions. Levison Wood's fireside chats provide a more relaxed, informal setting for intimate storytelling and Q&A, making them a perfect option for leadership teams looking for deeper insights.

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Customer Reviews

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Exhilarating... Wood is just the kind of guy you want with you on an adventure.

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Britain’s best-loved adventurer... a man who will stare danger in the face and soak up a lot of pain without complaint.

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In the macho-fuelled arena of TV adventurers, Levison Wood is that rare beast: the real deal.

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Levison Wood is a great adventurer and a wonderful storyteller.

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Wood's USP is that, unlike a great many pretenders, he is the real deal: a former paratrooper, a major in the army reserves and as hard as nails.

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Levison Wood has breathed new life into adventure travel.

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Levison Wood

An award-winning explorer, photographer, army officer, & writer
Levison developed a keen passion for adventure during his stint as a British Parachute Regiment army officer. While in the army, he fought the Taliban in Afghanistan, experiencing the terrain of Kandahar, Zabul, and Helmand. His time in the service gave him an opportunity to build a strong mentality fueled by determination. From climbing mountains in Iraq to walking extraordinary lengths, the more dangerous and extreme the experience is for Levison Wood, the better.

Levison is known for many expeditions, including a nine-month expedition in 2014. In this expedition, he committed to walking the length of the River Nile, a feat that not many people can achieve. Covered by Channel 4, this particular expedition emerged as a critically acclaimed series. A year later, he set out to trek the length of the Himalayas, with his trajectory emanating from Afghanistan to Bhutan. Just like the previous one, this expedition also morphed into a TV special. Other series credited to his name include From Russian to Iran and Walking the Americas.

Accompanying Levison's TV series are books on the same expeditions, authored by the explorer himself. These include Walking the Nile, which became a best-selling work on Sunday Times. Other acts of Levison's authorship include Walking the Himalayas, which won the Adventure Travel Book of the Year in 2016.

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