Keynote Speaker Dee Caffari MBE is internationally recognized as one of the most inspirational figures in sailing and leadership. Best known as the first and only woman to have sailed solo, nonstop around the world in both directions, she has circumnavigated the globe six times and continues to break barriers in extreme environments. Her achievements are not just records of endurance, but powerful demonstrations of resilience, leadership, and the ability to thrive under immense pressure.
Dee’s story resonates far beyond the oceans. She has led diverse international teams, including a groundbreaking 50-50 male-female crew in the Volvo Ocean Race, where she promoted the United Nations Environment’s Clean Seas campaign. As Chair of the World Sailing Trust, she also champions sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, proving that leadership is as much about values as it is about performance.
When you book Dee Caffari for your event, your organization gains more than an inspiring speaker, you gain practical lessons in communication, high performance, risk management, and leading teams through uncertainty. Her keynotes translate the challenges of the ocean into actionable strategies for business leaders and employees facing today’s rapidly changing corporate landscape.
Engaging, authentic, and highly motivating, Keynote Speaker Dee Caffari empowers audiences to embrace change, unlock potential, and achieve what once seemed impossible. Book Dee Caffari for your event to inspire resilience, inclusivity, and the courage to succeed against the odds.
