Aug 06 2014
Debra Searle
Adventurer, Author, Entrepreneur & TV Presenter
Debra Searle is a hugely popular motivational speaker and conference facilitator. The media worldwide went crazy for the story of the 5ft 5″ young lady who carried on rowing the Atlantic solo when her husband, a 6 ft 5″ experienced oarsman, left the boat after developing an uncontrollable fear of the ocean. Yet, she dared to believe and 111 days later she rowed into Port St Charles, Barbados, to a rapturous welcome. She set out in January 2010 to compete in the Ladies Cup of the 2010 Rally Monte Carlo Historique.
“Britain’s latest sporting heroine” – The Times
Debra Searle has achieved more than most people would dream of achieving in a lifetime: a first class honours degree, medals at World Championship level with the Great Britain Dragon Boat Team, entrepreneurial success with the launch of her online art consultancy ‘The Well Hung Art Company’, had her first book published, successfully rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean and has received an MBE from the Queen. Her ease in front of the camera, drive and enthusiasm has led to a number of presenting opportunities. She has recently completed work for BBC Grandstand, CBBC Education, was the subject of a documentary for BBC Extreme Lives and presented a 1-hour ITV documentary on the Southampton Boat Show.[/expand]
Debra’s overwhelming ‘positivity’ and ‘go for it’ attitude are contagious, while her modesty is endearing. Often very emotive, she shares her highs and lows, personal battles and victories, to help illustrate in a very human way what we are all capable of. Since completing her Atlantic crossing she has charmed audiences with her highly articulate, open and emotional accounts of her exploits and particularly the departure of her husband. She sets herself apart from other speakers with her level of commitment to each project.[/expand]
In her presentations Debra powerfully illustrates her ideas with slides and stunning video footage and leaves her audience in no doubt of their own ability to achieve the extraordinary. She is entertaining, articulate, attractive, adaptable and totally inspirational.[/expand]
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Topics
Adopting Personal Brand Values
Teamwork and Motivation
Leadership of New Teams
Long Term Planning
Host and Facilitator
Publications
2007
The Journey
2001
Rowing it Alone
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