Jamie Clarke - Speaker

Jamie Clarke is an experienced mountaineer, adventurer, and entrepreneur known for his contributions to mountaineering and business. He has been involved in expeditions for over 20 years. Jamie faced two unsuccessful attempts to summit Mount Everest in the early years of his career but successfully reached the summit in 1997, marking a key moment in his journey. Jamie is among the few to have completed the Seven Summits, climbing the highest peaks on each continent. He has summited Mount Everest four times, with his first successful ascent in 1997 and again in 2010. His climbing achievements also include peaks like Mt. Denali, Mt. Kilimanjaro, and Carstensz Pyramid. In addition to climbing, Jamie has taken on extensive expeditions in tough terrains. Notable adventures include trekking 1,000 miles across the Empty Quarter desert in Saudi Arabia and motorbiking across Mongolia with his son. He has also explored various regions in Africa and the Mediterranean. Jamie co-founded and served as CEO of Live Out There, an adventure gear and clothing company that quickly gained success and received multiple nominations for National e-commerce Innovation Awards before his exit in 2018. He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Calgary’s Haskayne Business School, where he teaches leadership and risk management. As a sought-after speaker and consultant, Jamie has worked with elite teams, including Olympic and NHL teams, focusing on leadership and resilience. He has presented for major companies like American Express and NASA. Additionally, he has co-authored two books, "Everest to Arabia" and "Above All Else," and produced documentary films, including "Above All Else," which aired on National Geographic. Jamie's diverse achievements reflect his adventurous spirit and commitment to leadership and education.