Jamie Andrew’s story is quite simply one of the most gripping and profound you will encounter and is guaranteed to leave any audience moved, inspired and motivated. Jamie has the ability to provide a long lasting boost to businesses whilst driving individuals to be the best in their fields as a motivational speaker. Trapped on the icy north face of Les Droites, Mont Blanc Massif in January 1999, Jamie Andrew and his climbing partner Jamie Fisher endured a horrific five nights in stormy sub-zero conditions. The resulting rescue remains one of the most daring and dramatic operations in the history of the Alps, but unfortunately came only hours too late to save Jamie's climbing partner.
Jamie Andrew survived after enduring hypothermia and appalling frostbite, which led to both his hands and feet being amputated days afterwards. Describing those few dreadful days during his talks as an after dinner speaker, Jamie's tale of survival is nothing short of extraordinary. Jamie's survival story alone would be enough to thoroughly motivate and inspire audiences, but his tale spans further as a motivational speaker. Jamie learnt to walk again, run marathons and iron-man triathlons, took up skiing and remarkably began to climb the mountains he loves so much again. Jamie recounts his story as an after dinner speaker with huge passion and honesty, this tale is nothing short of incredible. Every audience will appreciate his resilience whilst overcoming adversity in such a hostile environment.
Books
Life And Limb: A True Story Of Tragedy And Survival
How to hire Jamie Andrew
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Jamie Andrew for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Feedback from virtual events and webinars
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jamie attended many virtual events, booked as an exciting guest speaker. Read the feedback he has received below.
"There were tears and all sorts….a lot of very good feedback and I think he could see all of this in the chat that went alongside the meeting. Very successful, thank you" - Anthony, Swiss Re Management Ltd
Feedback from in-person events
"Jamie was fantastic, from his talk through to his engagement with staff following this. He truly did leave a mark on each and every one of us. The feedback I have had, even from those I did not expect this from, has been wonderful." - Zoe Grainger, Sport Wales
"What an truly inspirational man! Jamie is an excellent speaker who told his story with emotion and left people feeling inspired and in admiration of him really. It’s not just his story, he is a very personable man as well as an excellent speaker – guests felt very relaxed and happy to ask him questions afterwards." - Lucy, Strata
I can't express enough how brilliant Jamie was on Friday - the teams were absolutely mesmerised by him and the story he told. You could have heard a pin drop! Jamie was so incredibly friendly and open, and he made time to speak to the teams before and after his presentation. He stayed for lunch and also spent time there talking to people. We were blown away by Jamie's story and the impact it had on us all. There was one thing Jamie said at the end of the session that really resonated ' Dream big, start small' - we loved that. Thank you again - you have both been a pleasure to work with and we will definitely come to you again in the future - we are hoping that Friday's event will become an annual celebration. - Emma, Head of Talent Acquisition & Assessment Services, SSCL
