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Here below are Chris Bertish Resources who is a renowned South African big wave surfer, motivational speaker, author, and adventurer known for his extraordinary achievements and adventurous spirit. He gained global recognition for his remarkable feats in the world of extreme sports and ocean exploration.
Here are some key highlights of Chris Bertish Resources life and career:
Big Wave Surfing
Chris Bertish is celebrated for his accomplishments in big wave surfing. He made headlines in 2010 when he won the Mavericks Big Wave Invitational in California, one of the most prestigious and challenging big wave surfing competitions in the world. His victory at Mavericks, where he rode waves up to 60 feet high, solidified his reputation as one of the world’s top big wave surfers.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Achievements
In 2017, Bertish completed the first-ever solo, unsupported transatlantic stand-up paddleboard crossing. He paddled more than 4,050 miles (6,500 kilometers) from Agadir, Morocco, to Antigua in the Caribbean, taking 93 days to complete the journey. This monumental feat required immense physical endurance, mental resilience, and meticulous planning.
Motivational Speaking and Author
Chris Bertish Resources is also a sought-after motivational speaker, sharing his incredible adventures and life lessons with audiences around the world. He draws on his experiences to inspire others to overcome challenges, push their limits, and achieve their goals. His talks often focus on themes such as perseverance, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.
In addition to his speaking engagements, Bertish is an author. He wrote a book titled “Stoked!: An Inspirational Journey from Rat Race to Dream Chaser,” which chronicles his adventures and the mindset that has driven him to achieve extraordinary things.
Environmental Advocacy
Chris Bertish is a passionate advocate for ocean conservation and environmental sustainability. Through his adventures and public speaking, he raises awareness about the importance of protecting the world’s oceans and marine life. He often collaborates with environmental organizations to support initiatives aimed at preserving marine ecosystems.
Philanthropy
Bertish uses his platform to support various charitable causes. His transatlantic SUP crossing, for example, raised funds for several charitable organizations focused on education, sustainability, and children’s health.
Summary
Chris Bertish’s life is a testament to the power of determination, courage, and a relentless pursuit of one’s passions. His achievements in big wave surfing, his record-breaking transatlantic paddle boarding journey, and his dedication to environmental and philanthropic causes make him an inspirational figure and a compelling speaker for audiences seeking motivation and inspiration.
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Chris Bertish is a professional speaker, big wave surfing Mavericks champion, stand up paddle board Guinness World Record holder, best-selling author, award-winning film director, philanthropist, conservationist, ocean pioneer and entrepreneur.
He was recently recognized as one of the Top 5 Speakers in South Africa and selected as one of the Genius 100-Global Visionaries for the future, by the Einstein Institute, both for excellence in his disciplines and universal global positive influence. Together, Chris and his fellow visionaries, Deepak Chopra, Sir Ken Robinson, Ruth Bader Ginsberg and Shimon Peres are collaborating with the intent to inspire the next generation of geniuses.
His incredible Mavericks big wave story was developed into a globally inspiring and award-winning film, Ocean Driven, and then emerged into the best-selling book-Stoked! In 2017, Red Bull Adventure exclaimed Chris “redefined the concept of extreme adventure” when he became the first person ever to stand up paddle across any ocean.
Defying all odds, he navigated 4660 mi (7500 km) solo, unsupported and unassisted for 93 days, across the Atlantic Ocean from Morocco, Africa to the Caribbean Island of Antigua. The Sup Crossing was a truly unparalleled global feat, while raising money and awareness for conservation and to help disadvantaged children in Africa, through the Lunchbox Fund and Operation Smile.
He has become renowned for his dynamic and inspiring keynote addresses delivered around the globe, which move audiences to tears and laughter, with a powerful narrative and audio-visual overload that keeps people on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Chris Bertish shifts boundaries and shatters perceptions of what’s possible, while using his voice, his stories and his adventures as a force for good and positive change. He is B Corp, Climate Neutral business, using his adventures and projects to support charities, both in the humanitarian, educational, sustainability and environmental realms, to bring about tangible positive change, inspiring us to give back, be better humans, become more purpose driven and discover our greatest potential.
Chris is an Ambassador for Sea Trees, Operation Smile, Tide.Earth and recently been taken on as a global Ambassador for Conservation International and through his business he annually plants multiple forests around the world, to be an example to others of the change we wish to see in the world.
Chris and his team have just finished and launched his new feature film documentary called “Last known Co-ordinates” globally, on his mind-altering, purpose driven, solo, unsupported, Trans-Atlantic Sup Crossing journey.
Everything Chris does is about leading by example and being the change we want to see in the world, each and every day.
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Chris rides waves the size of four-story buildings for fun. He won the Maverick’s Big Wave International surfing event in the biggest waves ever recorded in the history of the sport.
He holds the South African Open Ocean Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) 24-hour Distance World Record.
Chris is living proof that if you truly believe in something, set your sights on your goal – no matter how big – if you work hard at it, stay focused and never give up, you can achieve anything.
The Maverick’s Big Wave Story tells the tale of how a regular working guy from South Africa manages to get halfway around the globe to win the prestigious Maverick’s competition (TITANS OF MAVERICKS), the world’s premiere, high adrenaline, big wave surfing event, overcoming seemingly impossible obstacles along the way, against all odds.
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As the Mavericks Big Wave Champion and the only person on the planet to survive in a tiny box sized space, paddling alone in the Atlantic Ocean for 93 days, Chris Bertish is probably one of the best and most qualified and equipped individuals to talk and give guidance on isolation and how to get through adversity, change and challenging times.
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The day that changed big wave surfing (Ocean Driven – Film). A tale of overcoming obstacles as well as your own fears, inspiring viewers to never give up and lose sight of their dreams. Chris Bertish comes of age in giant waves, leading to the Mavericks Invitational in 2010. Minutes after nearly drowning, he takes […]
Learn to SUP Los Angeles and receive some tips and techniques from the world’s most accomplished Stand-Up Paddle Boarder in a controlled and safe environment! Anyone from any background, shape, age, and size can learn within half an hour. Learn to SUP Los Angeles Chris’s team will help facilitate the booking and hiring of the […]
The Mavericks Experience is walk and talk with Mavericks Big Wave Champion Chris Bertish. The Mavericks Experience Chris will take your small group out to Half Moon Bay to the infamous Big Wave location. Chris will discuss this famous location and how the wave breaks, and talk about his story and insights from competing in […]
In the “All In-30 min Virtual Keynote,” Chris Bertish shares his captivating stories, profound insights, and invaluable lessons learned from conquering seemingly insurmountable challenges. Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and empowered to embrace the limitless potential within you. Welcome to an immersive experience that transcends boundaries and ignites the spirit of determination. Embark on a […]
Welcome to the All In Full Virtual Keynote, an electrifying experience curated by none other than the legendary Chris Bertish. Prepare to embark on a transformative journey that transcends boundaries, challenges limits, and inspires greatness. In this immersive virtual event, Chris Bertish, the world-renowned big wave surfer, adventurer, and motivational speaker, will take you on […]
It was a pleasure and privilege to have such a passionate and motivated individual share with us his deepest understandings, his wildest experiences and to truly captivate us with the essence of, ‘impossible is nothing’.
Mike Markovina,TEDx
I had heard about Chris’s idea of SUPing across the Atlantic and thought, this guy is a bit whacked. As launch date neared I started to follow his Facebook page and from launch in Morocco to watching footage on the web of his brothers screaming their heads when he was nearing the final stage of his trip in Antigua I immediately wanted to read Chris’s booked Stoked! I was taken by the immense amount of effort, energy and persistence it took Chris to achieve his goal (of firstly getting to the Mavericks contest!) and winning an event as prestigious in the surfing community as Mavericks. I now understood why and how Chris could make it across the Atlantic. We asked Chris to come and share this amazing story with our clients around South Africa, which he did with such passion and enthusiasm. I would recommend his talk to anyone looking to understand what drives the human spirit and what we can achieve if we put our minds to it.
MURRAY, Ashburton Investments
Chris has spoken at a number of our conferences addressing a variety of different audiences, but one thing is always constant – he captivates them from the second he walks on stage. His energy, excitement, and passion for adventure are second-to-none. It’s impossible to leave one of his talks without being inspired.
JONATHAN CMO, Eventful Conferences
You were everything we could have asked for and more! The response was overwhelming… Amazingly inspiration. You are a special Human Being!
STEVE HARDEN GM, Southern Wines, California, USA 1000 delegates
Everyone is just raving about your talk. Your story is truly outstanding and is told with humility, insight and humour, which is woven into a spellbinding narrative. As a motivational talk, I cannot fault it! –
Paul Boynton, Alternative Investments
Chris Bertish claims to be an ordinary person however his story is nothing short of extraordinary. He kept the audience riveted and awe inspired at the power of the human spirit to overcome obstacles and his pure determination and will to succeed.
Jason Rade, Senior Events Manager, The Eventful Group
