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Bear Grylls is a world-renowned adventurer, survival expert and motivational speaker, known for his remarkable resilience and ability to inspire audiences through tales of grit, determination and leadership under pressure. As a speaker, Bear brings more than just captivating stories—he delivers powerful lessons on mental toughness, courage, and pushing beyond limits. His experiences surviving in the most hostile environments on Earth translate into compelling, practical insights for individuals and organisations seeking to thrive under pressure and build unshakable resilience.
After serving in the 21 SAS Regiment, Bear suffered a near-fatal parachuting accident in Kenya, breaking three vertebrae. Yet within just 18 months, he defied the odds and became one of the youngest Britons to summit Mount Everest, aged 23. This defining moment sparked a public career rooted in extraordinary achievement. His breakout television series, Man vs. Wild, launched him to global fame, showcasing survival in extreme conditions and drawing millions of viewers. These early feats established him as not only a skilled adventurer but also a natural communicator with the ability to connect deeply with audiences.
In recent years, Bear has expanded his influence well beyond the screen. He served as Chief Scout for the UK and Overseas Territories for 15 years, inspiring over half a million young people. He also continues to front hit series such as Running Wild with Bear Grylls and the upcoming Netflix series Celebrity Bear Hunt. Off-screen, he co-founded BecomingX, a social enterprise focused on human potential, and launched the “Advance” app to support rehabilitation for ex-offenders. His latest book, ‘Mind Fuel’, centres on building mental resilience—cementing his role as a voice of strength and clarity in uncertain times.
Bear is frequently hired as a keynote speaker by global brands, leadership teams and conferences because he embodies the principles he speaks about: overcoming adversity, embracing discomfort and thriving in high-pressure situations. His energy, authenticity and hard-earned wisdom make him a powerful catalyst for change, whether he’s addressing corporate leaders, athletes, or young changemakers. Through his storytelling, Bear doesn’t just entertain—he equips people with the mindset and tools to perform at their best when it matters most.
Bear Grylls is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“With trademark energy and enthusiasm, Bear scaled breath-taking new heights with BT Global Services’ virtual Sales Kick-Off, helping to empower an entire Banking & Finance division with true-grit determination to strike out for new horizons, ready to embrace failure and become more resilient to grow and succeed in these changing and uncertain times. Unleashed, Bear grappled with every discussion topic with charm, clarity, passion and good humour, inspiring his audience around the world to believe in themselves and go beyond limits. BT would like to thank Bear for well and truly taking this virtual event within sight of the summit.”
“There are precious few people in this world who can really make a difference in a positive way, you are one. Many thanks for all you are doing for BA. It is so good for our people to hear and learn from someone who has done so much in a world so different from ours.”
“I have never had such a positive reaction to a speaker before, the team were simply enthralled, an inspiration to all who listened!”
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