Jim McNeill
Keynote Speaker: British Polar Explorer, Environmentalist & Founder of the Ice Warrior and Ocean Warrior Projects
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Jim McNeill Biography
Jim McNeill has spent over 40 years on the frontlines of polar exploration and environmental change. His passion was sparked at the young age of 16, on a winter Outward Bound Mountain course in the Lake District. From that moment on, there was no turning back.
McNeill’s path has taken him from scientific research to military training, high-stakes business to life-or-death emergency response, all while leading some of the toughest expeditions on Earth. Every chapter demanded performance, leadership, and teamwork.
Since 2001, his Ice Warrior Project has transformed everyday people into polar pioneers, collecting vital data on climate change and putting it in the hands of the world’s leading scientists.
His ability to turn raw, often brutal experiences into unforgettable stories, laced with insight, humor, and purpose, makes him a commanding voice on leadership, motivation, risk, and human potential.
McNeill’s latest venture, Ocean Warrior, launched in January 2023, is an ambitious 11-year commitment to uncover the true state of our oceans - exposing the unseen impacts of climate change in some of the most important and remote marine environments on Earth.
What sets McNeill apart is how openly he shares the truths he’s learned about human performance under pressure. He speaks from experience, twice coming close to losing his own life on expedition, about what it takes to lead, adapt, and endure when conditions are anything but ideal.
Leadership, for McNeill means trust, clarity, and a deep sense of care, values he’s lived and led with on every high-risk expedition. His talks unpack these with refreshing honesty. Kindness and good communication are just as vital as strategy, resilience and strength.
At the heart of his work is a tireless commitment to climate advocacy. Through his explorations, McNeill gathers vital scientific data to drive awareness of global environmental shifts, while also delivering citizen science and public engagement.
His storytelling style is both gripping and unapologetically human. He turns complex data and extreme experiences into messages that have true impact - authentic, inspiring, and impossible to forget.
Through Ocean Warrior, keynote speaking, his unique Icons Interviewed series and writing, McNeill continues to shape how we think about leadership, purpose, and the urgent need to protect our world.
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Jim McNeill Speaking Topics
- What polar expeditions teach us about leading under pressure
- Lessons from commanding teams in life-threatening, critical crises
- How to lead with clarity, courage, and calm when everything is on the line
- Unlocking resilience and potential in extreme environments
- Stories of near death, endurance and survival
- How to push beyond perceived limits, mentally and physically
- Staying composed when the stakes are highest
- Real-world crisis management from firefighting to polar storms
- Tools for dynamic risk assessment and decision-making under pressure
- What 40 years in the Arctic reveals about our changing planet
- Firsthand observations of climate change
- Why Arctic science matters and how we can all contribute
- Finding your mission and making it matter
- The story behind the Ice Warrior Project
- How to align personal passion with global impact
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What topics does Jim McNeill speak about?
Jim McNeill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Motivational, Resilience, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Sustainability, TED, Research & Exploration, Adventure, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Environmental Activism, Environment, Finance, Crisis Management, Leadership, European Heritage, Animals & Wildlife and Conservation.
Where does Jim McNeill travel from?
Jim McNeill generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Jim McNeill?
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Jim McNeill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Motivational, Resilience and Human Resources. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim McNeill for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jim McNeill generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robert Ballard, Alex Honnold and Doc Hendley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim McNeill for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Jim McNeill Speaking Topics
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Critical Leadership
- What polar expeditions teach us about leading under pressure
- Lessons from commanding teams in life-threatening, critical crises
- How to lead with clarity, courage, and calm when everything is on the line
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The Edge of Human Performance
- Unlocking resilience and potential in extreme environments
- Stories of near death, endurance and survival
- How to push beyond perceived limits, mentally and physically
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Risk, Crisis & Calm
- Staying composed when the stakes are highest
- Real-world crisis management from firefighting to polar storms
- Tools for dynamic risk assessment and decision-making under pressure
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The Climate Frontline
- What 40 years in the Arctic reveals about our changing planet
- Firsthand observations of climate change
- Why Arctic science matters and how we can all contribute
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Purpose and Passion
- Finding your mission and making it matter
- The story behind the Ice Warrior Project
- How to align personal passion with global impact
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How do I book Jim McNeill to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim McNeill for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jim McNeill, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jim McNeill or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jim McNeill for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jim McNeill, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim McNeill, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Jim McNeill speak about?
Jim McNeill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Motivational, Resilience, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Sustainability, TED, Research & Exploration, Adventure, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Environmental Activism, Environment, Finance, Crisis Management, Leadership, European Heritage, Animals & Wildlife and Conservation. -
Where does Jim McNeill travel from?
Jim McNeill generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jim McNeill?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim McNeill for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim McNeill for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jim McNeill or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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