Anja Blacha is the first German woman to climb K2 and the youngest German to complete the Seven Summits. She also made history as the first woman to ski solo and unsupported from the Antarctic coast to the South Pole.
Anja discovered her love for the outdoors in her early twenties. She quickly progressed in mountaineering, climbing the highest peaks on each continent within three years of her first expedition. She later tackled Broad Peak and K2 without bottled oxygen and ventured into polar travel, crossing the Greenlandic icecap and embarking on her solo journey to the South Pole. Anja has achieved a 100% success rate on her expeditions.
In 2018, Zeit Campus featured her as one of "18 for 18," recognising young individuals making an impact in Germany. The University of London honoured her as Sportswoman of the Year in 2012 for her achievements in fencing.
Anja's expeditions have garnered significant media attention, which she has leveraged to inspire others to pursue their ambitions, challenging stereotypes. As a motivational speaker, she has presented at corporate, academic, and public events, sharing insights from her experiences.
Her talks delve into the mindset of an expeditioner and the beauty of extraordinary landscapes. Anja's stories highlight themes of courage, determination, and resilience, emphasising teamwork, risk management, and the pursuit of challenging goals. She encourages audiences to push limits and reach new heights.
How can I book Anja Blacha for my next event?
Email anja.blacha@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.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Anja directly.
What topics does Anja Blacha specialise in?
Anja Blacha specialises in discussing mountaineering, polar exploration, motivational speaking and more.
What is Anja Blacha's speaking style like?
Anja delivers inspiring, intimate talks that motivate audiences to push their limits. Her engaging storytelling and practical insights encourage personal growth, resilience, and active pursuit of challenging goals.
Does Anja Blacha offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Anja Blacha offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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