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Lewis Gordon Pugh
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- Adventure
- Inspirational
- Motivation & Teamwork
- Sustainability
Lewis Gordon Pugh is a powerful and motivating speaker, he tailors his conference speeches to a particular event and is equally adept speaking to large blue chip companies as he is speaking to students or government bodies around issues such as the environment, CSR and sustainability.
The Life and Times of Lewis Gordon Pugh
Lewis Gordon Pugh is one of the world!s top long distance swimmers. Over a period of twenty years he has set 21 world records. He was the first person to complete a long distance swim in every ocean of the world and he has pioneered more swims around famous landmarks than any other swimmer in history.
Lewis studied law at Cambridge University and then worked in a leading London law firm for a number of years. In 2003, he left full time law to campaign for the protection of the environment. Lewis made international headlines when he undertook the first swim at the North Pole to raise awareness about the melting sea ice. Lewis is living proof that people with vision, passion and determination can achieve the impossible. His inspiring account of leading expeditions in Polar regions, in the most ferocious conditions imaginable, never fails to captivate an audience. He is now regularly asked by Heads of State to address select audiences.
Lewis speaks with authority to businesses around the world on leadership, teamwork, motivation and courage. He inspires his audiences to think big and believe that all of us are capable of extraordinary acts.
Lewis is an ambassador for the World Wide Fund for Nature and undertakes many of his swims to raise awareness about the effects of climate change. In 2008 Lewis founded the Polar Defense Project to campaign for greater protection for the Arctic and a reduction in tension between surrounding countries. His book “Conquering the Impossible” will be published in 2009.
- Vision – seeing the future
Everybody has dreams. But for many they remain just that - dreams. Lewis takes you through a process - from formulating a clear vision of what you want to achieve, to believing it will happen, to ensuring it actually takes place. Learn the process and design your future! - Leadership – leading from the front
Leadership and teamwork are inextricably linked. Poor team-work is generally as a result of poor leadership. In this session Lewis presents some simple techniques to inspire other to follow you, even in the most difficult circumstances. - Teamwork – together everyone achieves more
Teamwork is vital for every successful endeavour. Lewis shares his experiences on how to build a world-class team and instill a culture of excellence and selflessness in it. - Motivation – achieving the impossible
How many times have you been told that something is “impossible”? In reality very few things are actually impossible. Lewis explains the 3 simple steps he takes whenever he tackles a seemingly impossible task. He also explains how he keeps on going when everything seems lost. - Courage – mind, body and balls
How many outstanding leaders or organizations lack courage? Very few! Courage is the key to success. Lewis explains how to properly analyze risk to ensure you can take bold steps with confidence.
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This year TED Global will focus on the good news
9th July 2010TED Global, the famously invite only conference starts in Oxford on Monday. This year, speakers have been chosen to highlight the good news - the breakthroughs, discoveries, new science, new technology and new thinking beneath the troubled newspaper headlines.
9th July 2010TED Global, the famously invite only conference starts in Oxford on Monday. This year, speakers have been chosen to highlight the good news - the breakthroughs, discoveries, new science, new technology and new thinking beneath the troubled newspaper headlines.
Lewis Gordon Pugh becomes first person to swim accross Everest Lake
24th May 2010The environmental campaigner and motivational speaker, Lewis Gordon Pugh nicknamed the "human polar bear", has swum 1km (0.62 miles) across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to highlight the impact of global warming. Lewis, wore only swimming trunks, goggles and a swimming hat to face the 2C waters of Pumori Lake at 17,000ft (5,300m). He said he hoped to bring the "world's attention" to the melting of glaciers and its effect on the region.
24th May 2010The environmental campaigner and motivational speaker, Lewis Gordon Pugh nicknamed the "human polar bear", has swum 1km (0.62 miles) across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to highlight the impact of global warming. Lewis, wore only swimming trunks, goggles and a swimming hat to face the 2C waters of Pumori Lake at 17,000ft (5,300m). He said he hoped to bring the "world's attention" to the melting of glaciers and its effect on the region.
Lewis Gordon Pugh plans a swim in the icy waters of the Himalayan Glaciers
22nd September 2009Endurance swimmer Lewis Gordon Pugh spends much of his time delivering keynote speeches and trying to bring to the world's attention the problems of ignoring climate change. Previously he has swam 20 minutes in the North Pole to highlight the problems in the Arctic. His latest venture is to swim in the icy waters of the Himalayan Glaciers to raise awareness of a source of water for 1.3bn people which could be gone within 25 years
22nd September 2009Endurance swimmer Lewis Gordon Pugh spends much of his time delivering keynote speeches and trying to bring to the world's attention the problems of ignoring climate change. Previously he has swam 20 minutes in the North Pole to highlight the problems in the Arctic. His latest venture is to swim in the icy waters of the Himalayan Glaciers to raise awareness of a source of water for 1.3bn people which could be gone within 25 years
Leading thinkers in technology, design and science are gathering in Oxford for the TED Global Conference
21st July 2009TED Global (Technology, Entertainment and Design) is an invitation only conference dedicated to 'ideas worth speading' and attracts big name speakers. This year, some of Speakers Corner's favourite speakers have been asked to contribute. Over the next four days, Alain de Botton, Marcus du Sautoy and Lewis Pugh will be speaking to the invitation only conference. Organisers claim that speakers will never have a better or a more receptive audience. Not only are the talks riveting, but delegates are able to turn in any direction and have a conversation with someone doing something truly remarkable.
21st July 2009TED Global (Technology, Entertainment and Design) is an invitation only conference dedicated to 'ideas worth speading' and attracts big name speakers. This year, some of Speakers Corner's favourite speakers have been asked to contribute. Over the next four days, Alain de Botton, Marcus du Sautoy and Lewis Pugh will be speaking to the invitation only conference. Organisers claim that speakers will never have a better or a more receptive audience. Not only are the talks riveting, but delegates are able to turn in any direction and have a conversation with someone doing something truly remarkable.
Lewis Gordon Pugh sets out on expedition
28th August 2008Lewis Gordon Pugh leaves London today for the two-week expedition which will see him paddle 1,200km across some of the most dangerous seas in the world.
28th August 2008Lewis Gordon Pugh leaves London today for the two-week expedition which will see him paddle 1,200km across some of the most dangerous seas in the world.
The noughties - a decade of adventure
9th December 2009As we near the end of the 1st decade of the 21st century, the Telegraph has taken a look at the daredevils, adventurers and explorers who have pushed themselves to the limits and beyond. People who have pushed themselves to the boundaries of human possibility include Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Ann Daniels, Pen Hadow, Jamie Andrew, Tom Avery, Dee Caffari, and celebrities, Ewan McGregor, David Walliams, James Cracknell and Ben Fogle.
9th December 2009As we near the end of the 1st decade of the 21st century, the Telegraph has taken a look at the daredevils, adventurers and explorers who have pushed themselves to the limits and beyond. People who have pushed themselves to the boundaries of human possibility include Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Ann Daniels, Pen Hadow, Jamie Andrew, Tom Avery, Dee Caffari, and celebrities, Ewan McGregor, David Walliams, James Cracknell and Ben Fogle.
Kirsty Moore is the first woman pilot to train with the RAF's Arrows display team
12th November 2009The Red Arrows have made history by taking on their first ever female pilot. Kirsty Moore will join the Red Arrows, based in Lincolnshire, next season - which starts in 2010. The RAF said that until now no female fast-jet pilot had advanced far enough in their flying career to join the display team. Flight Lieutenant Moore, who has flown combat missions in Iraq, says it's a great honour to be chosen. Kirsty was based with a Tornado squadron at RAF Marham in Norfolk before she got this job.
12th November 2009The Red Arrows have made history by taking on their first ever female pilot. Kirsty Moore will join the Red Arrows, based in Lincolnshire, next season - which starts in 2010. The RAF said that until now no female fast-jet pilot had advanced far enough in their flying career to join the display team. Flight Lieutenant Moore, who has flown combat missions in Iraq, says it's a great honour to be chosen. Kirsty was based with a Tornado squadron at RAF Marham in Norfolk before she got this job.
Around the world in about 100 days
10th November 2008Competitors get off to a flying start in the sixth Vendée Globe race, watched by up to 300,000 people at Les Sables d'Olonne, near La Rochelle.
10th November 2008Competitors get off to a flying start in the sixth Vendée Globe race, watched by up to 300,000 people at Les Sables d'Olonne, near La Rochelle.
Lewis Gordon Pugh takes his global warming campaign to Everest
28th September 2009The adventurer, environmentalist and speaker, Lewis Gordon Pugh has announced that his latest intrepid expedition will be to swim across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to highlight the dangers of climate change. The thrill of adventure drives people do some quite remarkable things. Throw in a campaign and you have some people who will go to extremes to make sure their campaign is heard. Lewis Gordon Pugh, the swimmer who is going to dive into melted ice on Everest to highlight climate change, is one of these people. Lewis plans to swim under the summit of Mount Everest. Something nobody has ever done before. He is hopimg to draw further attention to the cause he swam accross a patch of open sea at the North Pole for, ahead of a conference in December in Copenhagen on replacing the 1997 Kyoto protocol on reducing greenhouse gases.
28th September 2009The adventurer, environmentalist and speaker, Lewis Gordon Pugh has announced that his latest intrepid expedition will be to swim across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to highlight the dangers of climate change. The thrill of adventure drives people do some quite remarkable things. Throw in a campaign and you have some people who will go to extremes to make sure their campaign is heard. Lewis Gordon Pugh, the swimmer who is going to dive into melted ice on Everest to highlight climate change, is one of these people. Lewis plans to swim under the summit of Mount Everest. Something nobody has ever done before. He is hopimg to draw further attention to the cause he swam accross a patch of open sea at the North Pole for, ahead of a conference in December in Copenhagen on replacing the 1997 Kyoto protocol on reducing greenhouse gases.
The Human Polar Bear: Lewis Gordon Pugh on the Discovery Channel
28th June 2010Tonight environmentalist and keynote speaker Lewis Gordon Pugh features in an incredible documentary on the Discovery Channel about his swim in the Arctic ocean – a feat thought impossible prior to his achievement.
28th June 2010Tonight environmentalist and keynote speaker Lewis Gordon Pugh features in an incredible documentary on the Discovery Channel about his swim in the Arctic ocean – a feat thought impossible prior to his achievement.
Lewis Gordon Pugh Reviews
Lewis Gordon Pugh has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Lewis Gordon Pugh for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Lewis Gordon Pugh for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 208 365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
"An inspiring and thrilling performance!"
"Lewis inspired the whole audience. Each one of us will go home thinking about our responsibilities to our future generations in a much more enlightened way."
"Lewis is an exceptional speaker. His lessons on leadership, motivation and teamwork were spot on."
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