Ann Daniels

Meet Ann Daniels, an extraordinary Polar Explorer who holds world records and shines as a leading British adventurer. Her journey began unconventionally as a mother to young triplets, taking on the great outdoors with no prior experience. With unwavering determination and self-belief, she rose above 200 experienced women, earning her a spot in her very first North Pole expedition.  

“Her energy, belief and determination is inspiring. She is living proof that humans really can reach new peaks” -The Times

”A wonderful example of determination and true British grit” -Prince Charles – HRH The Prince of Wales

  From these humble beginnings, Ann’s journey led to impressive achievements. She conquered the South Pole and, in 2002, partnered with Caroline Hamilton to become the first and only women to ski to both the North and South Poles in all-female teams. Facing extreme temperatures as cold as -50°C and navigating encounters with Polar bears, she covered over 2000 miles on sledges through the toughest terrains. This journey included more than 10 polar expeditions and surviving over 400 days in icy conditions.  

Most sought-after topics:

• Leadership

• Environmental

• Teamwork

• Motivation

• Resilience

• Diversity

 

Ann Daniels understands the crucial elements of success in such challenging scenarios: careful planning, unwavering effort, and a positive outlook. Her role as a Polar guide and leader in the Catlin Arctic surveys further underscores her impactful leadership. She embodies the belief that effective leadership, seamless teamwork, and strong self-confidence can bring about remarkable change.

 

”Ann was the best speaker we’ve had in the ten year’s I’ve been booking speakers. She was motivational and relevant to the current challenges we face in the workplace today. She inspired us all to strive to achieve so much more, individually and together as a team.” -DISNEY

Ann was absolutely fantastic, her story resonated and inspired the leadership team. Reference was made by the leaders throughout the 2 days which was testament to Ann’s powerful story and themes – GOOGLE

  Ann’s contributions extend to esteemed institutions like NASA, The European Space Agency, and global scientific organizations. Her collaborations involve tracking and measuring ice, collecting vital data from the farthest corners of the Earth to understand human impact on the environment. Ann Daniels tailors each presentation to connect deeply with the goals of the event. She adapts the skills and lessons from extreme environments to engage diverse audiences. With over two decades of speaking experience, Ann’s natural communication and genuine concern for her audience’s needs make a lasting impact.       Teemat: Leadership | Environmental Teamwork | Motivation | Resilience | Diversity