Lukas Haitzmann is a three-time Guinness World Record-holding adventurer, engineer, and founder of multiple purpose-driven ventures. At 18 years old, he became the youngest person in history to row solo and unassisted across the Atlantic Ocean — a 3,000-mile journey that tested every limit of endurance, courage, and self-belief. Today,... Read more
Lukas Haitzmann is a three-time Guinness World Record-holding adventurer, engineer, and founder of multiple purpose-driven ventures. At 18 years old, he became the youngest person in history to row solo and unassisted across the Atlantic Ocean — a 3,000-mile journey that tested every limit of endurance, courage, and self-belief. Today, alongside his role as CEO of multiple businesses, Lukas uses the lessons learned at sea to help leaders and teams worldwide push past their quitting point, build resilience, and perform under pressure.
For 59 days, Lukas found his home to be a rowing boat amongst the aggressive onslaught of waves, some days reaching 40-foot. The closest other human? An astronaut on the International Space Station. But this wasn’t just a story of survival – it was a masterclass in resilience and stepping beyond self-imposed limits.
Lukas’ message is grounded in lived experience. Like most people, he faced moments early in life that led him to question his place in the world and whether he had what it takes to make a difference. What Lukas brings to his audience is the powerful shift from cautious hesitation to deliberate, forward-moving action. Whether in the working world or crossing an ocean, he learnt that resilience doesn’t take years to build; but is unlocked the moment you decide to take control. His talks offer a clear mental reset that helps teams and leaders think sharper, act faster, and stay composed in high-pressure situations.
After his row, Lukas graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering whilst founding a sustainability focused company tackling ocean pollution. Today, Lukas drives innovation on a range of high-tech ventures across Europe, while continuing to speak on global stages about high-performance mindset and resilience.
You can book Lukas Haitzmann through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Lukas 's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Lukas Haitzmann's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Lukas tailored to your event.
Lukas Haitzmann speaks on Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Lukas to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Lukas Haitzmann for events worldwide, subject to Lukas 's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Lukas Haitzmann is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Lukas can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Lukas Haitzmann on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Lukas can offer.
Lukas Haitzmann delivers keynotes in English, German. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Lukas Haitzmann's areas of expertise include Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. To get a clear sense of Lukas 's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Lukas Haitzmann can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance is relevant. Details of Lukas 's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Lukas Haitzmann is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Lukas Haitzmann, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Lukas 's current availability for your dates.