Pete Goss

Renowned yachtsman, Pete Goss, is better known for the feats he accomplished outside of competition, rather than his impressive collection of winning results. A highly accomplished sailor, Pete’s most illustrious sea venture involved the heroic rescue of Frenchman lost in a hurricane, a spontaneous lifesaving mission, which is just the tip of his epic adventures. Since, he has continued to complete journeys that bush the boundaries of human potential and make impactful contributions to the sailing community. A highly sought-after keynote speaker, Pete motivates and inspires audiences across the globe to embark on challenges of an individual and group nature.

With an established background in business, lecturing and of course high-risk adventures, Pete is perfectly placed as the keynote speaker for a range of demographics. An expert in tailoring his talks to the requirements and themes of the occasion, Pete’s relatability allows him to resonate with audiences on a personal level, leading to a more impactful take away from his talks. Whether you want a seasoned leader to instil desirable qualities in your corporate leadership team, or dare each of your guests to dream, Pete offers a topic for everyone. Similarity, his impressive life experiences make for a captivating after dinner talk, with adventures on land and sea, Pete has tales of resilience from the harshest environments. Having spoken for the University of Oxford, Deloitte, and BT Retail, your occasion is in safe hands with Pete at the helm.

Gaining global recognition in 1996, Pete saved a fellow competitors life in the Vendee Globe solo around the world race. When Dinelli’s yacht was sunk in a storm during the race, instead of continuing to the finish line, Pete entered the eye of the storm, searching against the hurricane for the Frenchman. A truly selfless act of courage, Pete was awarded an MBE and the Legion d’Honneur for his heroic efforts. Armed with his new public platform, and decades of yachting experience, Pete has gone on to build the world’s most formidable catamaran; Team Phillips. A pioneering construction that combined innovation, challenge, adventure and technology, Team Phillips competed in the race around the world.

Six transatlantic sea ventures, one Kayak around the circumference of Tasmania and a gruelling expedition to the North Pole are just a few of the adventures Pete has secured in his lifetime. Authoring the bestselling book ‘Close to the Wind’ in 1998, the former Royal Marine shared an insight into some of experiences with readers. An extensive adventurer, Pete Goss makes for a compelling keynote speaker.