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Pete Goss
Pete is an accomplished sailor, speaker and Associate Fellow of Said Business School at Oxford University. He draws on his experiences to offer leadership and management talks and team-building exercises, inspiring individuals and groups to achieve beyond what they thought possible.
UK
Pete is a former Royal Marine and accomplished sailor, with experience in multiple transatlantic and round-the-world races, accumulating over 300,000 nautical miles. He is an Associate Fellow of Said Business School at Oxford University and a...
Captain Sandy Yawn
Surviving land accidents, fires, and sea encounters, Sandy Yawn's exceptional bravery makes her the authority on topics like ocean life, female leadership, resilience, boating, and travel.
USA
With more than three decades of experience in the yachting industry, there isn't any doubt that Sandy is a renowned captain globally. Her affinity for the sea pushed her to the helm of an industry dominated by men. Being detailed and dedicated in...
Paul Heiney
Broadcaster, author and ocean adventurer who is humorous, highly professional and a natural storyteller
UK
Keynote speaker Paul Heiney is a well-known and respected British broadcaster, author and ocean...
Tracy Edwards MBE
TV-presenter and sailor holding the best result for a British boat since 1977 for which reason she is awarded MBE
UK
Our keynote speaker Tracy Edwards has made sailing history and broken numerous records on the world’s seas in her crew career. She has had amazing experiences and has an incredible passion and courage which today make her a fascinating speaker....
Dee Caffari
Adventurer and motivator best-known for being the only woman to have sailed non-stop around the world three times
UK
Our keynote speaker Dee Caffari is not one to let challenges get in her way. As the only woman to have sailed non-stop around the world three times, and competed in grueling sailing races around the world, Dee is a fighter and an inspiration to all....
Debra Searle MVO, MBE
Discover Debra Searle’s incredible journey: solo Atlantic rower, world-class athlete, and top motivational speaker. Book her to inspire your team with resilience and leadership.
UK
Debra Searle MVO MBE is a professional adventurer and serial entrepreneur. Her expeditions have taken her across the Atlantic, around Antarctica, up to the Arctic Circle and everywhere in between. She has also launched five...
Brad Van Liew
Extreme solo sailor known for being one of very few people who have raced by sail around the world alone
USA
Keynote speaker Brad Van Liew is an extreme sailor and one of very few people who have raced by sail around the globe alone. He has battled extreme weather, emotional despair and extreme hardships in his various excusions and he has an impressive...
About Ships
- Humans have sailed for thousands of years, from the earliest primitive rafts to the high-tech ships of our day and age which have radars, digital controls, etc.
- Throughout history, there have been numerous different types of ships, and ships have been used for exploration, transportation, war, and many other purposes.
- Which types of ships exist, which ships arose during what historical periods and why? What does it take to build a ship? What does it take to sail it?
- Keynotes about ships look into the topic and seek to answer above questions and more.