020 8914 8966
020 8914 8966
I have organised and attended many speaking engagements in the past, but none have come close to being as engaging. Caspar managed to grip the attention of Burberry colleagues from all over the globe with his captivating stories and easy-to-follow practical steps deemed “worth their weight in gold” by the leadership team
Hannah, Senior Internal Communications Manager, Burberry
Caspar Craven – Leadership Expert
Introduction
Caspar Craven is an entrepreneur, adventurer and leadership expert renowned for his ability to inspire resilience, adaptability and teamwork. Best known for sailing around the world with his wife and three young children, Caspar’s story is a testament to courage, preparation and thriving under pressure. His experiences navigating storms at sea and challenges in business have made him a sought-after speaker on resilience, leadership and creating high-performing teams.
Before his sailing adventure, Caspar built a successful career as an entrepreneur and finance professional, including working with international organisations and leading start-ups. His journey reflects the importance of balancing ambition with adaptability, as he applied the lessons from both business and adventure to overcome obstacles and build success.
Today, Caspar shares his insights with organisations worldwide, using vivid storytelling and practical tools to inspire audiences to embrace change, foster collaboration and lead with resilience. His talks blend adventure with business acumen, showing that the qualities that drive success at sea are the same that fuel high performance in the workplace.
Speaking Topics
- Resilience and Thriving Under Pressure
- Leadership and High-Performing Teams
- Adventure and Lessons from Sailing the World
- Embracing Change and Uncertainty
- Work-Life Balance and Family Leadership
- The Big Bold Mindset: Why You Can’t Navigate a New World Using an Old Set of Charts
- Be More Human: Put People First
- Think Big. Think Bold. How to Achieve the Impossible
Credentials & Impact
Caspar Craven’s career spans both business and adventure. He worked in finance and technology before launching his own businesses, where he gained firsthand experience of leadership challenges, growth and reinvention. His entrepreneurial background gave him the tools to lead under pressure, lessons he would later apply at sea.
In 2014, Caspar set out on a two-year sailing expedition with his wife and three children, circumnavigating the globe. Facing storms, logistical challenges and uncertainty, the family journey highlighted resilience, teamwork and adaptability. Caspar has since used this extraordinary story to help organisations understand how to navigate change and uncertainty with confidence.
He is also a recognised thought leader in leadership and resilience, advising Fortune 500 companies and SMEs on how to unlock team performance and create cultures of trust. His work continues to inspire global audiences with a unique combination of business experience and adventure storytelling.
Publications & Media
Caspar Craven is the author of “Where the Magic Happens”, which chronicles his family’s circumnavigation of the globe and the lessons learned from adventure and leadership. He has featured on BBC, Sky News and in national newspapers, where he has shared insights on resilience, teamwork and family leadership. His talks and book have established him as a leading voice on thriving in the face of adversity.
Why book Caspar Craven?
Caspar Craven offers a rare blend of real-world business expertise and adventure storytelling. His journey around the world with his young family provides powerful lessons on resilience, leadership and adaptability, while his corporate background ensures his insights are practical and relevant. Caspar inspires audiences to embrace uncertainty, work collaboratively and discover new strengths when facing challenges, making him a compelling speaker for conferences, businesses and schools.
To book Caspar Craven to speak at your event, call SpeakOut on +44 (0) 20 8914 8966. Alternatively, complete our contact form to begin your enquiry.
