Ben Saunders

Mar. 18, 2026 • 11:00am

Ben Saunders is a record-breaking polar explorer, keynote speaker, and climate technology investor. Over two decades, he has covered more than 4,500 miles on foot in polar regions, leading historic expeditions such as The Scott Expedition, the longest human-powered polar journey, and becoming the third person to ski solo to both poles. A global ambassador for Canada Goose and various organizations, Saunders has delivered acclaimed TED Talks with over five million views. He is also an author, with contributions to books like Shackleton and What Doesn’t Kill You, and features in works on leadership and resilience.