Jason De Carteret is an Antarctic World Record holder and is an experienced Polar guide having skied to the both the North and South Pole four times each. A seasoned explorer he has led over 40 expeditions on every continent and was the first British person ever allowed to compete in the most northern dog sled race in the world. Covering 500km in less than 3 days he was only hours behind the race leader and astounded other dog mushers who thought at best it would take him 5 days if he managed to cover the distance at all! This feat was filmed and is a successful National Geographic documentary seen by over 172 million households. Jason is the Polar consultant on the Moon-Regan Trans Antarctic Expedition which will be the first expedition to follow in their footsteps undertaking science experiments along the way involving schools, colleges and universities in a huge web based educational program via satellite communications sending back pictures and video’s of life on the ice and educate people on the importance of Antarctica on global weather systems. Jason is a Member of the Science Exploration Society, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a registered Polar guide.

Dom Mee joined the Royal Marines in 1988 successfully completing Commando training winning the PT medal before joining 40 Commando Royal Marines. In his 15 years service he served in Northern Ireland, Iraq and was attached to Special Forces. He received two commendations for Northern Ireland and his expeditions worldwide. He is also a successful International Yacht racer with thousands of miles of offshore experience and has taken part in races such as the Sydney to Hobart race and the Fasnet race. He is a qualified RYA Yacht Master and has been awarded the Royal Navy Sailing Association’s Errol Bruce trophy on two occasions. Dom talks on a wide range of topics focusing on commitment to life and work reaching ones true potential. He has a wide range of experience of managing and leading teams in hostile environments. He also runs his own company which funds his global expeditions and has raised over 500k in sponsorship and generated over 5 million pounds in advertising for his clients. Dom has a certificate in sales and marketing and regularly helps his clients with marketing campaigns and sales incentives.

One of the most respected and instantly recognisable athletes, Duncan also won Bronze Medal for the 4 X 100 Metres Medley Relay at the Moscow Olympics. He has presented over 200 motivational speeches to many of Britain’s leading companies, including Exxon, Prudential, IBM and Coutts and set up an Executive Survival Clinic for Coopers and Lybrand. Duncan’s success with the BT Swimathon is well known. From its inception in 1988, it has raised over £10 million for worthwhile causes and is one of BT’s most successful sponsorship campaigns. Duncan’s considerable sporting and business experience, combined with his pleasing manner, informed approach and articulate delivery, make him a natural choice for personal appearances, motivational and after dinner speaking, as well as corporate days and promotions.

In February 2005 Ellen MacArthur was welcomed back to Britain by huge crowds after sailing solo around the world in record time. In recognition of this amazing feat she was made a Dame. Ellen's drive and determination are awe-inspiring, thousands follow her race progress on the Internet and hoards of people flock down to the quayside to see her off on a race. Ellen's record is a feat of mammoth endurance, speed and sheer physical and mental willpower in the face of overwhelming adversity. When 26-year-old Ellen Macarthur became the fastest woman to sail around the world, it was the culmination of years of hard work and determination. Now a BT Global Ambassador and actively involved in the Ellen MacArthur Trust, helping young people with Leukaemia, Ellen is also a most inspiring motivational speaker.

Frank is a former Director of Coaching for the British Athletic Federation and an expert in 'Performance Management'. He has been coaching athletes and sports professionals since 1970 and his prodigies have included Daley Thompson, Boris Becker, Gerhard Berger and Katarina Witt. He is currently involved with Denise Lewis, Ronnie Irani, Justin Rose, Marat Safin, Ipswich Town Football Club and Jean Todt (Ferrari Formula One Manager). An international athlete himself, Frank has coached athletes to Olympic, World and European honours. Currently the President of the European Athletics Coaches Association. In 2003 Frank has been recognised for two awards. In recognition of the work he has done to create a coaching culture within the company, Abbey National and Frank jointly received a major training award from the prestigious American Society of Training and Development. Renowned as one of the best motivational speakers today, Frank Dick's presentations are highly amusing and anecdotal, challenging and inspirational, making uncomfortable listening for anyone prepared to accept second best.

Gail Emms is a British badminton player who has achieved international success at the very top of the game. A badminton player since the age of four, Gail was first chosen to represent England in 1995, and has regularly played for her country ever since. Along with partner Nathan Robertson she has been No. 1 in the world at mixed doubles, All England Champion, Commonwealth gold medallist and Olympic silver medallist.

Jan is an amazing woman, she has become one of the most successful and sought-after speakers on the circuit in Britain and has also successfully toured Canada with her charismatic presentation. Jan's life reflects a history of challenge. In 1982, having been recently widowed, she took a year out and studied Chinese at the university of Taiwan. She followed this by back packing round China for 3 months then Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii, and Los Angeles. Seeking further challenges she ran two of her own businesses, a children's boutique and a restaurant where she was the chef. Seeking the adventure of a lifetime Jan and her son Daniel entered the Longest Rowing Race Ever, a remarkable voyage which took a lot more than mere courage and determination. Their main aim was to enjoy themselves whilst rowing the 3044 miles across the Atlantic. They celebrated Jan's birthday, Christmas and New Year en-route, swapping anecdotes over a gin and tonic. They returned to a heroes welcome with interviews for articles in the Sunday Times Magazine, The Daily Mail and News of the World's Sunday Magazine. Jan is both an amusing and inspirational speaker with a fund of fascinating stories.

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