Conrad Anker

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Legendary Mountaineer & Alpinist; Founding Member of the North Face Athlete Team; Co-Author of "The Lost Explorer"; Subject of "Meru"

Bozeman, MT, USA

Conrad Anker Biography

Conrad Anker is a mountaineer known for his achievements in alpinism and high-altitude climbing. Anker has completed numerous first ascents and expeditions, including alpine climbs in the Alaska Range, rock ascents in Yosemite and Zion, and international expeditions in regions such as Pakistan, Patagonia, and Antarctica. As a founding member of the North Face Athlete Team, Anker served as the team's leader for 26 years.

Anker gained global recognition through his involvement in the discovery of the remains of George Mallory on Mount Everest. He has summited Everest three times, including a climb during which he and his team located Mallory, one of two climbers who disappeared while attempting Everest in 1924. Anker also free-climbed the Second Step, a rock face at 28,300 feet typically climbed using a fixed ladder. He co-authored the book "The Lost Explorer: Finding Mallory on Mount Everest" with David Roberts and appeared in the documentary "The Wildest Dream," which retraces Mallory's steps on Everest.

Anker, along with Jimmy Chin and Renan Ozturk, completed the first ascent of the Meru Shark's Fin in India. Their journey was documented in the film "Meru," which won the U.S. Audience Documentary Award at Sundance Film Festival and was shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Anker's life and career are also explored in the National Geographic documentary "Torn."

Anker has received several honors, including the Golden Piton Lifetime Achievement Award from Climbing magazine, the David A. Brower Award from the American Alpine Club, and an honorary doctorate from the University of Utah. He co-founded the Khumbu Climbing Center in Phortse, Nepal, which provides safety training for high-altitude workers. In addition to his climbing achievements, Anker is recognized as a mentor, historian of the sport, and advocate for responsible expedition culture within the mountaineering community.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

Conrad Anker Speaking Topics

  • Leadership in High-Stakes Environments

    Exploring how effective leadership and decision-making are critical when operating under extreme conditions.​

  • Risk Management and Resilience

    Insights into assessing and managing risk, and building resilience through preparation and adaptability.​

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Conrad Anker Videos

Conrad Anker - Luck Is A Big Part Why I’m Still Alive

Conrad Anker - Luck Is A Big Part Why I’m Still Alive

What does it really mean to live fully, take risks, face death, and still keep climbing? In this episode of Fika With Bjarne, legendary alpinist...

Conrad Anker Recalls Having A Heart Attack While Climbing The Himalayas

Conrad Anker Recalls Having A Heart Attack While Climbing The Himalayas

From executive producers Tom Brady, Gotham Chopra, and Michael Strahan, Religion of Sports' "Hold Fast" follows American rock climber and mountaineer...

Clubhouse Live with Jimmy Chin & Conrad Anker

Clubhouse Live with Jimmy Chin & Conrad Anker

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Conrad Anker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership in High-Stakes Environments, Risk Management and Resilience, Team Dynamics and Trust, Environmental Stewardship and Community Engagement, The Journey of Discovery and Elevate Your Vitality: Exploring the Intersection of Adventure and Wellness. The estimated speaking fee range to book Conrad Anker for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Conrad Anker generally travels from Bozeman, MT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eric Boles, Jim Davidson, Robyn Benincasa, Tommy Caldwell and Mike Eruzione. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Conrad Anker for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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