Biography

Joe Simpson brings his knowledge and powerful stories to the corporate sector in an amazingly inspirational presentation that can be tailored to provide relevance and motivation for virtually every type of business audience.

Joe Simpson has drawn from his experiences as one of the world's most successful and respected mountaineers to become a leading author. “Touching the Void”, the story of his amazing survival, having shattered his leg and been left for dead in a crevasse high in the Andes, has sold over a million copies worldwide.

Joe adds a new dimension, not just through the power of his story, but also through his inspirational speaking qualities.

Following the sale of the movie rights of Touching the Void to Tom Cruise's and Sally Field's movie company, the drama documentary won the 2004 Baftas Outstanding British Film of the Year. The Evening Standard named it film of the year 2004 and it is now officially the most successful documentary in British cinema history.

Joe Simpson has developed a reputation on the speaking circuit, which is second to none. Having spoken to a wide variety of audiences of varying nationalities, Joe has consistently exceeded all expectations. His presentation is supported by an "all action" introduction video and stunning photography.

Joe Simpson’s presentation, ‘Touching the Void’, has become one of the all time classics of mountaineering, hailed as an account of psychological, even philosophical witness of the rarest compulsion which reveals a multitude of key messages.

Joe’s presentations deal with a whole range of issues that are important, particularly to the lives of every individual. The appeal of Joe as a speaker is that he tells his story in an unassuming, articulate and often humorous style. The overriding feeling is one of total amazement and that no matter how tough things may get, there is a way to not only overcome the obstacles, but to achieve even greater goals.