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Want to book John Volanthen for your next event?
Email john.volanthen@getapeptalk.com, 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 John Volanthen directly.
What topics does John Volanthen specialise in?
John Volanthen specialises in talking about cave diving, underwater rescue, equipment innovation and more.
What is John Volanthen's speaking style like?
John delivers captivating sessions that inspire and engage, leaving audiences in awe. His storytelling and unique approach resonate deeply, making him a highly recommended speaker for any event. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does John Volanthen offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, John Volanthen offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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John Volanthen presents "Managing Risk — Keeping Calm in a Crisis," recounting his extraordinary experience rescuing a young soccer team from the Tham Luang caves in Thailand in 2018. Through a captivating multimedia presentation, he details the intricate rescue process, drawing on his thirty years of cave exploration and diving expertise. Attendees will learn essential strategies for maintaining calm and focus under pressure, equipping them to lead effectively in any challenging situation.
John Volanthen explores the connection between cave exploration and business success. Drawing from his experiences founding and exiting two IT companies, Volanthen shares compelling stories from underwater rescues, illustrating how skills honed in extreme conditions can foster high-performing workplaces. Attendees will learn how to stay calm under pressure, make sound decisions, and pursue goals relentlessly, even in challenging circumstances, providing both inspiration and practical insights for their own careers.
John Volanthen delves into the vital role of collaboration in achieving seemingly impossible goals, drawing on his extensive cave diving experience. He shares poignant anecdotes from the Thai cave rescue, where teamwork transcended cultural and national boundaries to save 13 trapped youths. Attendees will learn about essential themes such as trust, negotiation, leadership, and self-care, gaining insights on how these lessons can enhance business performance and foster stronger team dynamics.
