Pete Goss MBE

Pete Goss MBE, is a multiple adventurer, businessman, lecturer and best-selling author. A West Countryman and Royal Marine, Pete is the ultimate competitor and perhaps best known for his heroic rescue of a fellow competitor in horrendous conditions during the 1996 Vendee Globe round the world race.

For his courageous act of bravery, Pete Goss was awarded the MBE by Her Majesty the Queen and France's highest bravery award, the Legion d'Honneur, by the French President. Pete published his extraordinary tale of triumph over adversity in the best-selling book Close to the Wind which has inspired people around the globe.

Pete Goss' other adventures include numerous seafaring expeditions and challenges such as exploring the North Pole and pioneering Team Philips - arguably the most advanced sailing catamaran ever constructed.

In addition to his multiple adventures, Pete is an experienced entrepreneur, having set up and managed 15 different projects. His real life adventures have shaped him to be a skilful businessman, leading workforces of more than 100 employees and brokering multimillion pound sponsorship deals. Pete is also a regular lecturer at business schools, particularly the Said Business School of Oxford University, where he has the privilege of being an Associate Fellow, and The London Business School.

Pete Goss is still adventuring and his talks have motivated and inspired people around the world. In today's challenging business environment, Pete understands the need for companies to deliver peak performance, he achieves this through mentoring and empowering individuals, motivating teams and driving companies forward.

As Pete says: “Life hangs on a very thin thread and the cancer of time is complacency. If you are going to do something, do it now. Tomorrow is too late.”

All Pete Goss' projects have followed a theme of innovation, technology, challenge and adventure. Before carrying out any speech, Pete spends time researching and talking to the company about their specific needs and requirements for the conference and speech.

As an entrepreneur and adventurer he has the experience to speak knowledgeably on many different themes and aspects within business.

Pete Goss’ keynote speeches include:

Dare To Dream:
Imagine you are competing in a single-handed round the world yacht race and find yourself in the midst of a ferocious Southern Ocean hurricane.

All that you can think of is returning to your family when suddenly you hear a mayday call.

Do you risk your own life, turn your yacht around and prepare to sail into the unknown to rescue a complete stranger?

Pete Goss’s inspiring, emotional and compelling storytelling takes you with him to that moment of truth. With remarkable skill Pete takes real life adventures and relates them to today's business situations. He reinforces lessons in Leadership, The Importance of Teamwork, Risk and How to Make Things Happen.

Leadership Reflections:
• ‘Leadership Challenges the norm whereas management makes it more efficient.’
• ‘The best teams are all leaders, it’s an ethos, an attitude’.

Pete Goss has a can-do attitude that has enabled him to overcome extraordinary challenges and lead him to success. This talk will emphasise how leaders must have mental resilience and be credible as they are judged and also have the ability to judge themselves by their actions.

Conference themes:
• Mental Resilience – Having the mental tenacity to persevere even when things are not going to plan.
• The importance of team – picking the right team is vital but how do you ensure all members of the team stay motivated, feel involved and valued? Pete demonstrates how through listening, communication, sharing and good delegation, successful teams thrive.
• Planning for Success – for all Pete's adventures he has meticulously planned years in advance. Sharing this knowledge of how he has successfully executed plans is hugely valuable to corporate leaders.
• Follow your dreams – Pete Goss is a living example of how to live out your dreams. All of his stories are moving, powerful and stay with the audience.

After dinners:
• Adventures On Land And Sea: Humorous and thought provoking anecdotes from Pete’s life and many adventures – from racing in the Vendee, his innovative boat design with Team Philips, his pivotal role in The British Steel Challenge, leading 4 expeditions to the North Pole, life as a Royal Marine, raising a family and working on a Salvage Tug!
• Spirit of Mystery: Weaving a tale through history, family, risk and adventure. This is a unique, humorous yet thought-provoking speech recreating Pete’s journey on-board the ‘SPIRIT OF MYSTERY’.

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Clients often ask about purchasing books for giveaways and delegate packs. Below you’ll find a selection of products by Pete Goss MBE. Click the images to view on Amazon's website. For bulk orders, please speak with your Booking Agent.