Nimsdai Purja

As a record-breaking mountaineer, motivational speaker, former Gurkha soldier, and UK Special Forces (UKSF) Operator, I bring a unique mindset, rigorous training, and a commitment to humanity. Key Achievements: - MBE Award: Recognised as a Member of the British Empire for exceptional contributions to high-altitude mountaineering, including rescues on Everest. - Military Experience: Completed a distinguished 16-year military career, becoming the first Gurkha in the Special Boat Service (SBS) - Project Possible: Achieved the summiting of all 14 of the world's highest peaks in just 6 months and 6 days, breaking an eight-year record while conducting lifesaving rescues. - Founder of Elite Exped: Established a guiding company dedicated to helping adventurers reach significant summits with industry leading summit and safety track record - Best-Selling Author: My book, "Beyond Possible," has inspired readers globally and became a Sunday Times bestseller. - First Winter K2 Summit: Led the inaugural winter ascent of K2 without O2. - Netflix Documentary: Produced "14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible," which garnered over 12 million viewing hours in its first week. Philanthropy: I founded the Nimsdai Foundation to inspire, educate, and protect, spearheading initiatives like The Big Mountain Clean Up to remove waste from major peaks. Recognised by the ISPO Cup in 2023, I believe in giving back and donate a portion of proceeds from my ventures to support this cause. Recent Highlights: - Launched Nimsdai Store in March 24, - premium outdoor clothing “defined by the elements “ - Named an Honorary Doctor by Loughborough University in December 2023 for contributions to mountaineering and philanthropy. - Set new world records in October 2024 for being the fastest and only person to climb the 14 Peaks with and without O2 and the seven summits . Achievements Summary: I hold 13 world records for summiting peaks, including: - Most summits of an 8,000m peak by one individual (51 times, 23 without oxygen). Previous Speaking Engagements: I have had the honor of delivering motivational talks for prestigious organizations such as Morgan Stanley, Boston Consulting Group, the World Economic Forum in Davos, SAP Sapphire in Barcelona, Toyota, BetterUp x Microsoft, Facebook, and Intel. I am passionate about sharing my journey to motivate others to overcome challenges and achieve greatness. I actively seek speaking opportunities with corporations aiming to inspire their teams to reach new heights in their personal and professional lives. Let's connect and make a difference together!