Since the age of 11, Robert spent 22 years delivering the dream to reach both poles on foot. On those journeys, he gained critical experience in teamwork, leadership and innovation and managing change in the most extreme environment on earth. For the last 35 years of a 50-year mission, he... Read more
This is, Robert Swan
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Since the age of 11, Robert spent 22 years delivering the dream to reach both poles on foot. On those journeys, he gained critical experience in teamwork, leadership and innovation and managing change in the most extreme environment on earth. For the last 35 years of a 50-year mission, he has fully committed himself to the preservation of the Antarctic continent. With 15 years until 2041 when our world will start to decide on the future of the Antarctic, Robert brings an urgency to that mission. Robert has inspired and trained thousands of business and government leaders and young people through his Antarctic expeditions. The basis of his presentations is authentic leadership and resilience, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats in every format.
CREDENTIALS
■ First person to walk to both the South Pole (1986) and the North Pole (1989).
■ Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1994.
■ United Nations Goodwill Ambassador for Youth; adviser to the UN World Summit on
Sustainable Development (2012 onwards).
■ Founder, 2041 Foundation — training a generation of sustainability leaders through
Antarctic expeditions.
■ Led the first expedition to the South Pole powered entirely by renewable energy
(2018).
■ Author, Antarctica 2041: My Quest to Save the Earth’s Last Wilderness.
■ Has keynoted for audiences at Coca-Cola, HP, Shell, IBM, Swiss Re, and the World
Economic Forum.
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You can book Robert Swan through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Robert's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Robert Swan'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 Robert tailored to your event.
Robert Swan speaks on Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Robert to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Robert Swan for events worldwide, subject to Robert'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 Robert Swan 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 Robert can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Robert Swan 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 Robert can offer.
Robert Swan delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Robert Swan's areas of expertise include Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Robert'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.
Robert Swan can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Robert'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 Robert Swan 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 Robert Swan, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Robert's current availability for your dates.