Oli FranceDistinguished Expedition Leader and Human-Powered Adventurer

Oli France is an accomplished expedition leader who specialises in guiding teams through the world's most unforgiving landscapes. Having worked across 75 countries, including remote deserts, dense jungles, and high-altitude mountain ranges, he has successfully managed extreme risks ranging from natural disasters like avalanches and earthquakes to severe medical emergencies. He is currently undertaking the Ultimate Seven project, a world-first attempt to travel by human power from the lowest point of every continent to its highest summit. His remarkable records include a 3,588-mile journey from Death Valley to the peak of Denali, a solo 8,000-mile mountaineering traverse from Hong Kong to Istanbul, and a winter crossing of Lake Baikal in Siberia. Whether climbing the highest mountains in Iraq or traversing volcanoes in the Congo, he has consistently demonstrated how marginal gains and mental fortitude ensure success in high-pressure environments. His background provides a unique perspective on the mechanics of team dynamics and the necessity of vulnerability and trust when navigating uncertainty. Audiences book Oli for his ability to translate life-threatening challenges into clear frameworks for resilience and leadership. His storytelling offers a compelling look at the importance of communication and courage for modern organisations facing their own complex peaks. On stage, Oli France is best known for talks on Peak Performance, Resilience, Risk Management and Leadership. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Adventure & Exploration and Motivational Speaking, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Oli France is regularly booked for Motivational Speaker and Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Oli France travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Oli France would approach your audience.