Debra Searle - Speaker

Speaker, Solo Atlantic Rower, Serial Entrepreneur, BBC Presenter, And Author
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Explore resilience and adaptability in challenging situations with Debra Searle MVO MBE, speaker and solo Atlantic rower.
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Debra Searle | Speaker Biography

Known for her remarkable journey across the Atlantic Ocean, rowing 3,300 miles in a 23-foot plywood boat
Founder of MIX Diversity Developers, a D&I consultancy and training company
Author of three books including "Rowing it Alone"

Debra Searle MVO MBE is known for her remarkable journey across the Atlantic Ocean. She initially set out to row with her husband, an experienced oarsman, but after he was rescued, Debra, a novice, continued alone. Over 3½ months, she rowed 3,300 miles from Tenerife to Barbados in a 23-foot plywood boat, facing 30-foot waves and harsh weather conditions.

Since this adventure, Debra has tackled various solo and team expeditions worldwide. She has represented Great Britain in Dragon Boat Racing at European and World Championship levels, earning multiple medals. 

Debra has spoken at over 1,100 events globally, covering diverse sectors. Beyond sports, she founded five companies, including MIX Diversity, a consultancy focused on Diversity and Inclusion, allowing her to share insights on business success. She has presented 40 programmes for the BBC and authored three books. Her adventurous spirit earned her an MBE from the Queen, and she served for a decade on a charity board alongside two members of the Royal Family, gaining valuable board-level experience. In 2023, a British newspaper recognised her as one of the World’s Top 50 Inspirational Leaders. 

Debra was also appointed a Member of the Victorian Order (MVO) for her contributions to the Royal Family. In 2022, she ranked third in the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers, following Simon Sinek and Tony Robbins, making her the highest-ranking female speaker globally. A film about her solo Atlantic row is currently in development in Hollywood.

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Book Debra Searle as your speaker to inspire your team with her extraordinary journey of resilience and adventure. Her unique insights into overcoming challenges, coupled with her expertise in diversity and inclusion, will empower your audience to embrace change and drive success in business.

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