Matt McFadyen

Matt McFadyen

Keynote Speaker: Adventurer, Leadership Consultant, Record-breaking Polar Explorer

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Matt McFadyen Biography

From dragging heavy sleds to the North Pole to sailing small yachts through some of the world's deadliest oceans, Matt McFadyen has faced and overcome some of the most challenging environments on Earth.

As an adventurer, McFadyen has pushed himself and others to the limits, testing the boundaries of human potential. He has participated in three record-breaking expeditions to the North Pole and challenging sailing expeditions to Antarctica, including a perilous 54-day journey at the age of 22 that nearly ended in disaster. This experience ignited a profound shift in his life, driving him to continue pursuing and achieving ambitious goals. McFadyen has also completed a daunting expedition across 2,000 miles of ice-choked Arctic waters known as the Northwest Passage during the summer of 2013.

In 2004, McFadyen, then only 22 years old, embarked on a 43-foot yacht bound for Antarctica. The expedition traversed the treacherous Great Southern Ocean and was marked by continuous storms that tested the crew’s endurance. After returning from this journey and an 18-month interlude, he became the youngest Australian to reach the North Pole, later leading two more expeditions to the same destination.

McFadyen extends his adventurous spirit into his role as a motivational speaker and leadership consultant. He co-founded a corporate training firm specializing in leadership development and team dynamics. Having delivered over 500 presentations across four continents, he has worked with diverse global organizations to engage, align, and inspire leaders and their teams. His presentations focus on leadership, teamwork, overcoming adversity, and the importance of preparation and planning, using his polar experiences as powerful metaphors.

His ability to draw vital lessons from extreme conditions and articulate them in a way that resonates with a variety of audiences makes McFadyen a compelling figure in discussions on leadership and team-building. From instilling high-performance cultures to driving change and aligning teams, McFadyen's insights are invaluable for organizations looking to thrive in challenging environments. His storytelling prowess, combined with his unique experiences, ensures that his messages are not only inspirational but also profoundly impactful.

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Matt McFadyen Speaking Topics

Beyond the Circle: Getting Outside the Box.

In the summer of 2013, Matt McFadyen attempted and successfully completed his most ambitious and challenging expedition to date. Matt and partner Cam Webb rowed, sailed and dragged a 17.5 foot open rowboat across 2,000 miles of ice-choked Arctic waters known as the Northwest Passage. This 41-day expedition would push Matt to both his physical and mental limits.

Matt’s presentation focuses on three key, very relevant, areas; + Recovery + Sustaining Performance Over the Long Term + Balanced Leadership: Focusing on Goals, Relationships and Health

In his presentation, Matt shares the detailed preparation and planning, execution and the sheer determination he and Cam showed to complete this incredible expedition, all while giving organizations relevant and tangible tips to be better leaders.

A Journey: To Leadership.

In 5 short years Matt went from being a 22 year old novice adventurer to co leading his 3rd expedition to the North Pole & partnering with PricewaterhouseCoopers on an 18 month firm wide engagement program. Join Matt as he delivers the insights into his Journey to leadership. Not only will the audience walk away engaged & inspired but they will gain valuable knowledge & tips to accelerate their own journey to leadership.

North Pole: Sitting Still Means Going Backwards.

Matt’s brush with death in the icy waters of the Great Southern Ocean ignited a passion to lead others to the ends of the earth. Matt became the youngest Australian to reach the North Pole, returning as an expedition co-leader on 2 more occasions. Surviving -45°C to battling ice drifts that move the team backwards while dragging heavy sleds, Matt knows the perseverance needed to lead a team through challenge, change and ambiguity.

Antarctica: A Journey to the Ends of the Earth.

As a 22 year old, Matt and 4 others set sail aboard a 43 ft yacht bound for Antarctica on a 54 day expedition across one of the deadliest and dangerous oceans on the planet. After a near fatal storm nearly a thousand miles from land, Matt’s and the team’s heroic fight for survival sparked a change in Matt’s life and the event became the foundation of his leadership journey.

How do I book Matt McFadyen to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Matt McFadyen for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Matt McFadyen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matt McFadyen are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matt McFadyen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Matt McFadyen speak about?

Matt McFadyen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Adventure, Inspirational, Peak Performance and Travel.

Who is the agent for Matt McFadyen?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matt McFadyen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Matt McFadyen for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Matt McFadyen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Matt McFadyen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Adventure Speakers, Inspirational and Peak Performance. The estimated speaking fee range to book Matt McFadyen for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Matt McFadyen can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Davidson, Rudy Ruettiger and Rocky Bleier. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Matt McFadyen for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Matt McFadyen Speaking Topics

  • Beyond the Circle: Getting Outside the Box.

    In the summer of 2013, Matt McFadyen attempted and successfully completed his most ambitious and challenging expedition to date. Matt and partner Cam Webb rowed, sailed and dragged a 17.5 foot open rowboat across 2,000 miles of ice-choked Arctic waters known as the Northwest Passage. This 41-day expedition would push Matt to both his physical and mental limits.

    Matt’s presentation focuses on three key, very relevant, areas; + Recovery + Sustaining Performance Over the Long Term + Balanced Leadership: Focusing on Goals, Relationships and Health

    In his presentation, Matt shares the detailed preparation and planning, execution and the sheer determination he and Cam showed to complete this incredible expedition, all while giving organizations relevant and tangible tips to be better leaders.

  • A Journey: To Leadership.

    In 5 short years Matt went from being a 22 year old novice adventurer to co leading his 3rd expedition to the North Pole & partnering with PricewaterhouseCoopers on an 18 month firm wide engagement program. Join Matt as he delivers the insights into his Journey to leadership. Not only will the audience walk away engaged & inspired but they will gain valuable knowledge & tips to accelerate their own journey to leadership.

  • North Pole: Sitting Still Means Going Backwards.

    Matt’s brush with death in the icy waters of the Great Southern Ocean ignited a passion to lead others to the ends of the earth. Matt became the youngest Australian to reach the North Pole, returning as an expedition co-leader on 2 more occasions. Surviving -45°C to battling ice drifts that move the team backwards while dragging heavy sleds, Matt knows the perseverance needed to lead a team through challenge, change and ambiguity.

  • Antarctica: A Journey to the Ends of the Earth.

    As a 22 year old, Matt and 4 others set sail aboard a 43 ft yacht bound for Antarctica on a 54 day expedition across one of the deadliest and dangerous oceans on the planet. After a near fatal storm nearly a thousand miles from land, Matt’s and the team’s heroic fight for survival sparked a change in Matt’s life and the event became the foundation of his leadership journey.

  • How do I book Matt McFadyen to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Matt McFadyen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Matt McFadyen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Matt McFadyen or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Matt McFadyen for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Matt McFadyen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matt McFadyen are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matt McFadyen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Matt McFadyen speak about?

    Matt McFadyen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Adventure, Inspirational, Peak Performance and Travel.
  • Who is the agent for Matt McFadyen?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matt McFadyen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Matt McFadyen for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Matt McFadyen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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