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Lewis Gordon Pugh

UN Patron of the Oceans; Endurance Swimmer; Maritime Lawyer

UN Patron of the Oceans; Endurance Swimmer; Maritime Lawyer

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Lewis Gordon Pugh Biography

Lewis Gordon Pugh, OIG, is a British-South African endurance swimmer and ocean advocate.

He was the first person to complete a long-distance swim in every ocean of the world, and he frequently swims in vulnerable ecosystems to draw attention to their plight.

Pugh is best known for undertaking the first swim across the North Pole in 2007 to highlight the melting of the Arctic sea ice. In 2010 he swam across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to draw attention to the melting of the glaciers in the Himalayas, and the impact the reduced water supply will have on peace in the region. In 2018 he swam the full length of the English Channel to call for 30% of the world's oceans to be protected by 2030.

He undertakes all of his swims, even those in the Polar Regions, according to Channel Swimming Rules – i.e. in just a Speedo costume, cap and goggles.

In 2010 Pugh was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and in 2013 the United Nations appointed him as the first UN Patron of the Oceans.

In 2016 he played a pivotal role in creating the largest marine reserve in the world in the Ross Sea off Antarctica. The media coined the term "Speedo Diplomacy" to describe his efforts swimming in the icy waters of Antarctica and shutting between the USA and Russia to help negotiate the final agreement.

Pugh currently serves as an Adjunct Professor of International Law at the University of Cape Town.

Lewis Gordon Pugh Speaking Topics

  • Achieving Your Impossible: No Challenge Too Great

    In a career spanning 27 years, ocean advocate Lewis Pugh has pioneered more swims around famous landmarks than any other swimmer in history, including the first swim across the icy waters of the North Pole, and across a glacial lake on Mt. Everest—all in just a Speedo swimsuit. Many of his expeditions were in conditions deemed “impossible.” Widely regarded as one of the world’s most inspiring speakers, Lewis shares his insights on the mind-set, preparation, teamwork and leadership skills necessary for any major undertaking and how they can be applied in your organization. The most crucial success factor, he says, is to have a driving purpose, which for him is to protect our planet’s threatened oceans.

  • Tailored Presentations

    Lewis Pugh tailors his presentations to suit a wide range of businesses and issues, from organizational change to the challenges of leading diverse teams in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

  • Lewis' Most Requested Topics


    Achieving the Impossible

    Vision

    Goal setting

    Planning and preparation

    Motivation and inspiration

    Leadership

    Teamwork

    Power of the mind

    Self belief

    Overcoming obstacles and setbacks

    Risk

    Protecting the environment

    Change

    Excellence

Lewis Gordon Pugh Videos

  • Long Swim: Lewis Pugh completes 530km challenge
    Lewis Pugh is swimming the length of the Channel - around 330 miles (530km) - from Cornwall to Dover, to raise awareness of the world's oceans.
  • The Long Swim
    Oceans Campaigner Lewis Pugh aims to swim from Land's End to Dover in 50 days.
  • Lewis Pugh interview: first man to swim at the North Pole
    Lewis Pugh, South African extreme swimmer, marine advocate, and former maritime lawyer speaks to The Update.

Lewis Gordon Pugh Books

  • 21 Yaks and a Speedo - How to Achieve Your Impossible
    21 Yaks and a Speedo - How to Achieve Your Impossible
  • Achieving the Impossible: A Fearless Hero. A Fragile Earth.
    Achieving the Impossible: A Fearless Hero. A Fragile Earth.

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Lewis Gordon Pugh is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Achieving Your Impossible: No Challenge Too Great , Tailored Presentations and Lewis' Most Requested Topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lewis Gordon Pugh for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Lewis Gordon Pugh generally travels from LondonUK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Neal Petersen, Robert Ballard, Erik Wahl, Vince Poscente and Dr. Michio Kaku. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lewis Gordon Pugh for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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