Adrian Ballinger is a world-class mountaineer, business leader, and professional speaker. As founder and head guide of the internationally acclaimed Alpenglow Expeditions, Adrian envisioned a more holistic climbing experience for his clients than the status quo. Focusing on small groups and client education, this vision continues to change how big mountains are climbed.
What started in 2004 with three trips on one continent with one lead guide has grown into a thriving company. How was Alpenglow able to expand to 10 times its size in 10 years, all while setting new industry standards and expectations? Adrian believes running a business is like climbing a mountain and attributes his extensive mountaineering experiences to his company's success.
As a professional athlete, first and foremost, Adrian is the only American who has skied two 8,000-meter peaks, was the first person to ski Manaslu, the 8th tallest mountain in the world, and, in 2011, became the first person to summit three 8,000-meter peaks in only three weeks (Everest twice and Lhotse once). He is the only American guide with AMGA and IFMGA guide certifications and has achieved more than ten summits of 8,000-meter peaks (including six summits of Mt. Everest).
If you want to inspire your rope team to work together to achieve their goals or find the path to making your business a success, then it's time to start your ascent to the top with Adrian.
How can I book Adrian Ballinger for my next event?
Email adrian.ballinger@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Adrian Ballinger available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Adrian Ballinger's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Adrian directly.
What topics does Adrian Ballinger specialise in?
Adrian Ballinger specialises in discussing mountaineering, business leadership, professional speaking and more.
What is Adrian Ballinger's speaking style like?
Adrian delivers inspiring talks that blend mountaineering insights with business acumen. His engaging style motivates audiences to collaborate and strive for success, making complex concepts accessible and relatable.
Does Adrian Ballinger offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Adrian Ballinger offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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