Alex Harris

Alex Harris is an athlete whose interests are varied and unique. He has been climbing mountains for two decades and has led more than 20 expeditions to some of the furthest corners of the planet.

In 1996, Alex resigned from a career in sales and followed his passion for exploration within the year he led his first expedition to Mount Everest. He has climbed the seven summits,

The highest mountains on all seven continents, and has led expeditions to both the north and the south side of Everest.

In 2008, Alex became the First African to walk unsupported to the south pole, a journey that took 65 days and covered almost 1200km. More recently, Alex made history by making the first unsupported crossing of the Arabian desert, or empty quarter as it is commonly known. Alex also still has all his toes! Just...

“I find your story both compelling and inspiring. This is the second Team that I have seen you present to and I have discovered that the parallels with your struggles on your unassisted journey to the south pole and the challenges of Business Life quite remarkable. Thank you sharing your story and I look forward to seeing and hearing from you again.” - Glen Sullivan, CEO Novartis South

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“Alex Harris was extremely professional, passionate about his experiences and very motivational in his presentation. Our members found him interesting to listen to and were very impressed with his attitude towards the achieving of success.” - Richard Saxby, Managing Director – Murray and Roberts Civils

“Your presentation was the perfect opener for our Alumni function...they found it very exciting and inspirational.” – Andrew Waller, Partner in charge - Deloitte &

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