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Alex Flynn Biography
After been diagnosed with the degenerative disease Parkinson's, motivational speaker Alex Flynn set himself the ‘10 million meters’ challenge. So far, in the face of adversity, he has completed the gruelling Marathon des Sables (250 km race across the Sahara Desert); run in excess of 135 miles across the Bavarian Alps; and run from London to Rome to meet the Pope.
Alex worked as a lawyer for numerous multinationals, but since his life-changing diagnosis, he has focussed on his 10MillionMetres; a life-changing endurance project, the formation of which was encouraged when he was given the devastating news that he has Parkinson’s disease in 2008.
Before the end of 2014, the 10MillionMetres Challenge will take him more than 6,200 miles around the world, encompassing some of the world’s more interesting and dangerous races. Alex will be running, cycling, swimming, walking or, if necessary, crawling the distance with the aim of raising more than £1Million for research into Parkinson’s disease. Highlights so far include the 2010 Marathon des Sables, running more than 135 miles across the Bavarian Alps and in 2011 traversing 1457 miles from London to Rome in 30 days, as well as marathons, Ironman and Olympic Triathlons.
In 2012 Alex hopes to cross 3200 miles of the USA in 24 days using five different disciplines, constantly fighting against the relentless progression of the disease on his own body. It is a disease which currently has no cure.
Speaking Topics
Alex Flynn suffers from Parkinson’s disease and has dedicated his life to his charity the 10MillionMetres Challenge.
- Motivational
- Adventure
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Alex Flynn News
A selection of relevant news related to Alex Flynn, Keynote Speakers and Motivational Speakers, Adventure Speakers, Change and Turnaround Speakers, Peak Performance, Sport Speakers and Teamwork Speakers stories. For more information on Alex Flynn or details as to how to book Alex Flynn for your corporate event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Alex Flynn on The One Show
19th October 2012
Alex Flynn, adventurer and motivational speaker, appeared on The One Show to talk about his amazing Trans-America adventure - part of his overall 10 million metres challenge.
Mike Forde Links Business to Football
18th April 2013
Business speaker and one of the UK’s leading sports executives, Mike Forde has compared the ideas and practices used in professional football to those used in business environments.
Debra Searle's Ice Mums
5th February 2013
Motivational speaker and awe-inspiring sportswoman Debra Searle has announced plan to take a group of mums trekking to the South Pole.
Dee Caffari Sails In Middle East
1st February 2013
Inspirational yachtswoman Dee Caffari has taken her success to the Middle East in the impressive position of coach and skipper of the Women's Sailing Team in Oman.
Ben Fogle Announces New Ocean Challenge
19th June 2012
TV adventurer Ben Fogle is taking on his most punishing challenge yet - by swimming to Cornwall across the Atlantic Ocean.
Dee Caffari: World Sailor of the Year Nominee
29th September 2011
Dee Caffari, motivational speaker and inspirational keynote speaker, has been nominated for the coveted ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award.
Ted Global 2013 Takes Place in Edinburgh
11th June 2013
This year’s Ted Global conference is taking place in Edinburgh at the Edinburgh International Conference Center. Some of the world’s most accomplished speakers will take to the stage to talk about the political, economic and environmental issues that we face in today’s society.
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7th May 2013
Snooker player, Ronnie O’Sullivan beat Barry Hawkins to win the Betfair World Championships at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
Anna Watkins Announces She is Pregnant
25th March 2013
Olympic double skulls champion and motivational speaker, Anna Watkins, has announced that she is pregnant.
Chris Boardman Supports Fellow Cyclist
4th March 2013
Olympic Gold medallist and motivational speaker, Chris Boardman, supported fellow cyclist, Martyn Irvine after his win at the World Track Championships.
Q & A with Alex Flynn
Alex Flynn answered some probing questions for Speakers Corner. For speaking secrets revealed - read on! To book Alex Flynn for your event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Speakers Corner: How did the corporate speaking begin?
Alex Flynn: It started last year. I have always been able to present, especially when I lectured at several well known universities both in the UK and Europe. My life changing project, 10MillionMetres, has drawn interest from many different sectors and countries. As a consequence, I was repeatedly asked if I did speaking engagements and after a time I decided that I'd give it a go....
Speakers Corner: Which event has been your favourite and why?
Alex Flynn: The talk I gave to Thames Valley Dementia and Neurodegenerative Disease Research Network (DeNDRoN) at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford has been the most interesting and fun so far. There were a lot of very eminent speakers from the neurological and genetics sectors present and I was the end of the day light relief, the adventurer. The part I most enjoyed was linking in what I have learned as a patient from a personal perspective and my experience of leading teams with their research areas. This connection, making it relevant, meant that I had their full attention and also was something they could relate to. I have taken my experiences both in the adventures I have had but also from my time in the various multi-nationals I have worked for and connect with my audience.
Speakers Corner: If you could speak at any event, past or future, what would it be?
Alex Flynn: My sons' weddings.
Speakers Corner: Who would you most like to share a platform with?
Alex Flynn: That's a tough one, as there are several. Marshall Ulrich, Ran Feinnes, or Lance Armstrong.
Speakers Corner: What are your most frequently requested speaking topics?
Alex Flynn: Adventure and dealing with perpetual change.
Speakers Corner: What do you do to ensure your presentation has a lasting impact?
Alex Flynn: I do on occasion use audience interaction, I also change emphasis and intensity dependent on what I am trying to convey and the audience. However, I have been told that I am not easily forgettable as I am the guy with the disease doing the impossible.
Speakers Corner: What can a typical corporate audience learn from your experiences?
Alex Flynn: The power of positive thought and self belief. Team building and selection. Dealing with perpetual change to achieve success.
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