James Whittle is an adventure athlete and advocate for taking courageous action. He helps teams transform extreme challenges into practical lessons for business and personal growth. James' approach combines raw authenticity with actionable frameworks for decision-making under pressure.
As co-founder of The Tempest Two, James has rowed across the Atlantic Ocean despite having no prior experience, completed ultra-marathons through harsh desert environments, and built successful businesses from concept to reality. His client portfolio includes global brands like Nike, Google, Red Bull, and Samsung.
James specialises in helping organisations navigate uncertainty by developing courage-based leadership practices. His methodology breaks down how teams can make bold decisions when facing ambiguity, transforming fear from a paralysing force into a catalyst for innovation. This approach is particularly valuable for companies undergoing significant change or entering competitive markets where conventional thinking limits potential.
Audiences leave James' presentations with concrete tools for identifying courage gaps in their decision-making processes, practical techniques to build incremental courage through deliberate practice, and frameworks for distinguishing between productive fear and limiting beliefs. His signature talks include "Courage Is the Key," "Fear as Fuel," and "The 5 Stages of Courage."
Book James when your organisation needs to stop waiting for certainty and take action.
How can I book James Whittle for my next event?
Email james.whittle@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 James Whittle available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about James Whittle'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 James directly.
What topics does James Whittle specialise in?
James Whittle specialises in discussing adventure, courage-based leadership, decision-making under pressure and more.
What is James Whittle's speaking style like?
James delivers engaging, high-energy talks filled with extraordinary stories and practical insights. His style is authentic, thought-provoking, and highly interactive, leaving audiences inspired and ready to take action.
Does James Whittle offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, James Whittle offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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