The Tempest Two
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Two ordinary men turned professional adventurers and motivational speaker duo
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Rowed 3,000 miles across the Atlantic with no prior experience
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Exploring the power of mindset to inspire real change in individuals and teams
Tom Caulfield and James Whittle, better known as the Tempest Two, are a speaking duo who challenge conventional perceptions of potential and performance. They are just two normal friends who have discovered their true potential through an extraordinary mindset.
Their journey began with an impulsive decision to row 3-000 miles across the Atlantic with no support crew, no prior rowing experience, and no real understanding of what they were getting themselves into. After 18 months of training and raising £100,000 in sponsorship, they set off from Gran Canaria on what turned out to be 54 days of constant uncertainty, change and chaos.
They faced challenges that ranged from circling sharks to a Category 2 hurricane – the first to form in the Atlantic in the last 65 years.
They explore the power of mindset, bringing adventure-fuelled experiences into the world of work to inspire real change in individuals and teams. Known for their relatable style and honest storytelling, they have worked with global brands including Microsoft, Nike, and Google.
Remove the Word Can’t:
Unlock your team’s true potential with a powerful keynote that fuses captivating adventure stories with cutting-edge neuroscience, making high performance relatable and attainable. Discover why stepping out of your comfort zone is essential for growth and learn actionable strategies to build resilience, overcome limits, and thrive both personally and professionally. This inspiring session delivers immediate, transformative impact.
Embracing Change:
Building adaptability in a new world of work: In a rapidly evolving world, adaptability is the key to thriving amidst disruption. This keynote explores how to cultivate a learning mindset, and turn challenges into opportunities. Discover how to lead with agility, adopt new technologies like AI with confidence, and inspire teams to innovate and grow in the face of change. Empower your organisation to not just navigate disruption, but to shape the future with purpose and resilience.
Bold Leadership:
Leading through change Leadership is about embodying the qualities that inspire confidence, resilience, and purpose in others. It’s about authenticity. Standing steady in turbulent times, making bold decisions, and adapting to ever-changing challenges. Through actionable insights and real-world examples, this keynote will focus on what it takes to thrive while charting new paths, weather storms with confidence, and leave a legacy of growth, innovation, and shared success. Prepare to redefine leadership and unlock the tools to lead with impact and purpose.
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What The Tempest Two delivered in 60 minutes has been discussed amongst attendees for months. Their ability to craft a keynote around a specific brief was incredible. I speak about them regularly; a genuine impact was made.
Over the years, I have struggled to find speakers who truly deliver excellence. On this occasion, excellence was achieved. I have recommended them across teams at JPM, and have never felt so inspired by an hour-long talk. Superb on all fronts.
We had the Tempest Two come out to the World Headquarters of Nike to speak to the brand teams of Nike Women and the Training Category. First of all, they did an incredible job of engaging the entire group, and as delivery skills go, they were without doubt some of the best speakers I’ve seen, and we have had some great people speak here at Nike. There is a fine line between purely entertaining and delivering a message which they did beautifully.
Tom and James are two of the very best! Our team couldn't stop talking about their incredible achievements, their rollercoaster story and most amazingly the fact that they are two normal people who have learned to remove 'Cant' from their vocabulary and in doing so have completed some awe inspiring challenges. Their presence and inspirational talk alongside some stunning visuals and comedy moments created a real buzz for the whole event that set a really motivational tone for our annual kick off.
How to book The Tempest Two for your event
To book The Tempest Two, please submit an online enquiry to booking.agent@nmp.co.uk or contact one of our booking agents on +44 (0)20 3822 0003.
Former Royal Marine Commando and North Pole polar explorer
Famous for rowing solo across the Atlantic in a 23ft plywood boat
Blind adventurer succeeding on missions to deserts, mountains and polar regions
TV adventurer, actor and the epitome of the modern adventurer
The youngest person ever to reach the summit of Mount Everest and the North Pole
Former rugby player, recovering quadriplegic and best-selling author
