Lewis Pugh, Ocean advocate and Pioneer swimmer is one of the world’s leading inspirational and leadership speakers and an authority on how to achieve the “impossible”. He was the first person to complete a long distance swim in every ocean of the world, the first to undertake a swim across the icy waters of the North Pole, and the first to swim across a glacial lake on Mt Everest.
In a career spanning 27 years the maritime lawyer has pioneered more swims around famous landmarks than any other swimmer in history.
Lewis is a vivid storyteller. His ability to make his story matter has made him one of the most sought after speakers in the world. He talks about the methods he uses to undertake swims, which were deemed “impossible” – choosing the right team, meticulous preparation, the right mind-set, never quitting, and changing when circumstances dictate. Most of all, he talks about having a driving purpose, which for him is to protect our oceans.
Lewis has received numerous awards. In 2010, the World Economic Forum named him a Young Global Leader. In 2013, the United Nations appointed him “Patron of the Oceans”. In the same year, he was also inducted into the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame. His book “Achieving the Impossible” is an international bestseller.
Career highlights:·
– Maritime lawyer
– Young Global Leader, World Economic Forum 2010
– United Nations, Patron of the Oceans 2013
– Lived, studied and worked in both developed and developing economies
PRESENTATIONS by Lewis Pugh
Topics by Lewis Pugh:
• How to achieve the “impossible”
• Vision
• Preparation
• Teamwork
• Excellence
• Motivation
• Leadership
• Change
• Risk
• Mind-set
• Protecting the environment
Most requested speeches:
• How do we achieve the “impossible”? From companies that have set massive targets and need the strategy and inspiration to get to the next level.
• How do we change? From organisations that know they need to adapt in a fast changing world.
• How can we work more effectively as a team? From multi-nationals that operate with teams made up of many different cultures and backgrounds.
• How do we attain excellence? Frequently from leadership teams of companies who are working in developing economies.
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