A gripping family expedition to the summit of the world’s highest peak, packed with lessons in leadership, teamwork, resilience, and human potential
What does it take to reach new heights in today’s ever-changing world? This unforgettable keynote empowers individuals and organizations to conquer their own “Everests” – one deliberate step at a time. Through breathtaking visuals and gripping stories from his family’s record-setting climb of Mount Everest, Alan shares practical strategies for navigating change, staying focused under pressure, and achieving bold goals. Facing crevasses, blizzards, and life-threatening conditions, their two-month self-guided ascent becomes a compelling metaphor for overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, and building resilient teams. Blending engineering precision, project leadership, and psychological insight, Alan inspires audiences to embrace challenges and elevate performance – both personally and professionally.
“Extremely motivating. Everyone has an ‘Everest’ to conquer and Alan’s techniques are spot on”
– Jennifer Krause | Caterpillar
Key Focus Areas
“The best program I have seen in the past 10 years”
– Martin Brossoit | General Motors
An Immersive and Unforgettable Experience
Step into the heart of the world’s tallest mountain through breathtaking visuals and compelling storytelling. Throughout this keynote, Alan incorporates vivid mountaineering images and dynamic video clips from his family’s Everest expedition, transport the audience into the dramatic landscapes of the Himalayas. Towering icefalls, narrow ridgelines, and sweeping summit views unfold on screen, creating a powerful sense of presence and adventure. These authentic moments are seamlessly woven into the presentation, immersing participants in the challenges, risks, and triumphs of the climb. It’s more than a keynote—it’s a front-row seat to one of the most extraordinary journeys on Earth.
“Riveting. I was in awe of Alan’s story.”
– Jennifer Voss | Texas Parks and Wildlife
What Sets This Presentation Apart
This keynote uniquely blends a gripping, real-world story of high-stakes adventure with practical, actionable strategies. Alan’s family’s self-guided Everest climb delivers more than inspiration—it offers tangible lessons in leadership, resilience, and teamwork that attendees can immediately apply. By connecting the emotional power of the climb with proven tools for success, this program transforms motivation into measurable results.
“In my time with PMI, we’ve never had such a positive reaction. Truly grabbed everyone’s attention. Spectacularly well done!”
– John Viau | VP of Information Technology | PMI Ocean State
Fully Customizable
Alan has a wide range of unique and engaging options to fit the needs, format and focuses of a wide range of events. If you have something particularly out-of-the-ordinary in mind, reach out and Alan will be happy to explore it with you and and suggest possible options.
Vivid Imagery
Bringing ideas to life with powerful mountaineering metaphors and striking visuals that make complex concepts memorable and engaging.
Live Violin Music
Elevating the energy and emotional impact with live electric violin riffs that inspire and captivate audiences.
Interactive Dance Routines
Engaging audiences with dynamic, participatory dance routines that energize the room, generate smiles, and foster connection.
Rope Activities
Interactive ropes activities that simulate real-world challenges, fostering trust, teamwork, and strategic problem-solving in a fun and memorable way.
Creative Bridge Exercises
Facilitating innovative bridge-building and crevasse crossing exercises that strengthen problem-solving skills, encourage teamwork, and inspire creative thinking.
Rescue Activities
Immersing participants in simulated rescue scenarios that build teamwork, enhance problem-solving under pressure, and are a fun concluding exercise.
Communication Activities
Fun, engaging activities that get audiences out of their seats, while enhancing active listening, clarity, and collaboration in a humorous fashion.
Group Discussions
Facilitating thought-provoking group discussions that encourage diverse perspectives, foster deeper understanding, and drive collaborative problem-solving.
Book Signings
Connecting with audiences one-on-one through personalized book signings, offering insights and inspiration beyond the presentation.
Q&A Sessions
Hosting interactive Q&A sessions that foster meaningful dialogue, allowing audiences to dive deeper into key topics and engage directly with Alan and his content.
Integrated Humour
Seamlessly weaving humour throughout, lightening the mood while reinforcing key messages and keeping the audience engaged.
Captivating Body Language
Dynamic and purposeful body language to complement the message, enhancing engagement and ensuring the message and takeaways resonate with the audience.
“I wanted to send a sincere thank. I have been receiving praise for finding you as our keynote presenter throughout all of yesterday and this morning.”
– Tracey Murray | Manager, Marketing and Communication | Dynamic Risk
Delivery Formats
Plenary Keynote
Best delivered as a 60 or 90 minute opening keynote as it really get’s everyone engaged and excited! The energy and connection are immediate and contagious.
Interactive Keynote
Having Alan incorporate dynamic discussions or activities gets everyone moving, interacting, and fully engaged—setting an energetic tone for the entire event.
Virtual Keynote
Perfect for remote audiences, Alan’s highly engaging virtual setup combines captivating visuals, interactive elements, and live storytelling to create a dynamic experience that transcends the screen.
Breakout Session
Designed for more intimate engagement, Alan’s breakout session encourages collaboration and meaningful discussion. Participants leave with practical insights, actionable strategies, and a renewed sense of connection to their team and goals.
Strategy Workshop
Designed to help teams clarify objectives, align on priorities, and develop actionable strategies for success. Through facilitated discussions and collaborative exercises, participants leave with clear direction, alignment, and practical implementation strategies.
Hands-on Program
This highly interactive option gets participants actively involved through practical exercises, real-time problem solving, and experiential learning. By rolling up their sleeves and applying key concepts directly, attendees gain deeper insights, build new skills, and walk away with strategies they can put into action.