In a world where leadership and teamwork are paramount, JLA’s inspirational speakers translate the art of adventure into profound lessons on collaboration and resilience. They also demonstrate a profound commitment to protecting our shared environment.
From conquering the most daunting terrains and navigating challenging environments, they bring real-world experience that empowers individuals and teams to thrive under pressure.
Through captivating storytelling and breathtaking visuals, they bring their own unique experiences to life and reveal how the principles of successful expeditions mirror those needed in the workplace and beyond.
Drawing from experiences such as leading teams up Everest, coordinating complex sea voyages, or pioneering ground-breaking expeditions, they demonstrate how teamwork, adaptability, and strategic decision-making are crucial to overcoming obstacles and achieving success in every field.
Be ready to get inspired and to rethink your own potential with these remarkable adventure speakers.
Lewis Pugh
Long Distance Swimmer & Campaigner
Lewis is an extraordinary adventurer who combines his passion for swimming with a mission to protect our oceans. As the first person to swim at the North Pole and the only one to complete long-distance swims in every ocean, Lewis Pugh is not just any swimmer.
Through his incredible achievements, he has witnessed the devastating effects of climate change and pollution firsthand – from retreating glaciers and bleached coral reefs to the haunting sight of plastic-choked seas. Driven by these experiences, Lewis uses his platform as a United Nations Patron of the Oceans to call for action as a motivational speaker.
His advocacy has already helped secure protection for over two million square kilometres of vulnerable ocean habitats. Lewis’s powerful storytelling, accompanied by stunning images of frozen landscapes, inspires action to protect our fragile planet. As a motivational speaker on adventuring, he challenges us to rethink our relationship with the natural world with each swim.
View Lewis Pugh’s full JLA profile.
Suzie Imber
Scientist & Winner, Astronauts: Do You Have What it Takes?
Suzie has an incredibly eclectic array of skills as a conference speaker. She is an associate professor, planetary scientist and an accomplished high-altitude mountaineer. She combines her passion for science and adventure in a career marked by remarkable achievements, including climbing some of the world’s most challenging mountains and developing space tourist training programs.
Heavily involved in the European Space Agency’s BepiColombo mission to Mercury, Suzie’s research group created critical instrumentation for the craft. Her work in space weather leverages ground and space-based tools to explore the Sun’s effects on Earth, with implications for satellite technology and future colonization of the moon and Mars.
Suzie’s supercomputer research also led to the discovery of dozens of uncharted mountains in the Andes, helping to identify uncovered ancient Inca ruins. Using humour and insight, she has also become one of the best motivational speakers, sharing her wisdom of science and health, energy and the environment, risk management and her experiences and vision for sustainable space exploration and Earth monitoring.
View Suzie Imner’s full JLA profile.
Nikki Henderson
Round-the-World Sailor
Nikki is a pioneering figure in sailing, renowned for her leadership and tenacity on the open sea. As the youngest person ever to skipper in the Clipper Round the World Race, Nikki has redefined what’s possible in this male-dominated sport.
She frequently serves as the youngest sailor and one of the few women in prestigious trans-Atlantic races, exemplifying her exceptional skill and courage. But Nikki’s achievements go beyond racing; She gained global attention as she skippered La Vagabonde for environmental activist Greta Thunberg’s transatlantic journey to the 2019 UN COP climate summit.
Her expertise extends to transforming diverse crews into cohesive teams. She applies these insights to business and life challenges as a motivational speaker and sporting speaker. A passionate storyteller, Nikki shares lessons in leadership, decision-making under pressure, and the crucial role of teamwork in extreme conditions. Her first-hand experiences highlight the environmental challenges witnessed at sea, inspiring audiences to reflect on sustainability and the human spirit’s resilience.
View Nikki Henderson’s full JLA profile.
Amar Latif
Broadcaster, Entrepreneur and Blind Traveller
Amar had lost 95% of his eyesight by eighteen, but that didn’t stop him from exploring the world. Driven by a relentless spirit, he has completed many incredible feats, including trekking 220 miles through Central America and climbing a 1500-metre active volcano.
Through these adventures, he founded Traveleyes, a unique travel company that allows blind and visually impaired individuals to experience incredible adventures, from desert treks to sailing the seas. Amar’s passion for breaking down barriers and overcoming adversity has created life-changing opportunities for countless people, opening the world to those who might otherwise be left behind.
In his engaging and heartfelt talks as a motivational speaker, Amar shares his journey of resilience, discussing how he overcame adversity and built a life full of adventure and purpose. As a blind Scot of Asian heritage, he also addresses the biases that marginalise individuals and highlights the profound benefits of embracing diversity and inclusion. As a guest speaker, Amar inspires us to see beyond limitations and recognise the extraordinary potential in everyone.
View Amar Latif’s full JLA profile.
If you would like more information on these or any other adventure speakers, or would like to discuss an event more generally, please contact your JLA Agent or call 020 7907 2800.