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David Grier
Extreme athlete who ran along The Great Wall of China
Popular talks
- Motivation
- Courage
- Change
- Adventurer
Talks
Popular talks by David Grier
- Motivation
- Courage
- Change
- Adventurer
Biography
About David Grier
David Grier, chef by trade, adventurer by passion has pushed himself to explore the limits of the human mind and body.
An extreme global journey of 20-000 km, 10 years of searching for personal change in order to deliver a meaningful contribution to the South African story.
“I believe that change on its own is not enough unless one also feels an inherent sense of hope for the future that this process will bring. I have found that hope comes in the form of a reward when there has been significant change. There is also a bigger picture – the context we live in – which is influenced by us all and the attitudes and changes we make, however small”.
Over the past 9 years the journey has taken David Grier pushing the mind and body to the limit in completing the following events, (most recently returning from a fact finding trip into North Korea to set up a new adventure challenge):
– Man vs beast an 800 km race against 3 horses Namibia to Cape Town – 800 km
– Guantanamo bay on the tip of Cuba to the North eastern point – 1500 km
– run from John O’ Groats to Lands End down the UK – 2 300 km,
– run from South to North Up Ireland – 600 km
– run of Hadrian’s wall in one day – 122 km
– run from the most northern temple in Kashmir India to the most southern – 4008 km
– Paddled from Africa to Madagascar – 500 km
-ran Madagascar south to North – 2000 km
-ran coastline of South Africa – 3300 km
– ran Great wall of China – 4200 km
How to book David Grier
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book David Grier for a keynote speech?
You can book David Grier through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with David's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are David Grier's speaking fees?
David Grier's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for David tailored to your event.
What topics does David Grier speak about?
David Grier speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with David to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is David Grier available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book David Grier for events worldwide, subject to David's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Does David Grier deliver virtual or online keynotes?
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether David Grier is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
How long is a typical keynote by David Grier?
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what David can accommodate.
Can David Grier tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief David Grier on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what David can offer.
What languages does David Grier present in?
David Grier delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
What makes David Grier a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
David Grier's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of David's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
What kind of events can David Grier speak at?
David Grier can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of David's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Does David Grier offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what David Grier is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book David Grier?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with David Grier, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check David's current availability for your dates.