Chris Bertish

Mavericks Champion, Guinness World Record Holder
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About

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 Motivational Speakers in South Africa and Top 10 in the World. Chris was 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, along with Deepak Chopra, Sir Ken Robinson and Sir Richard Branson.

His incredible Mavericks big wave story was developed into a globally inspiring and award-winning film, Ocean Driven, and then was launched into the #1 best-selling book-Stoked!  

In 2017, RedBull 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 for93 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 andOperation Smile.

Hehas become renowned for his dynamic and inspiring keynote addresses deliveredaround the globe, which move audiences to tears and laughter, with a powerfulnarrative and audio-visual overload that keeps people on the edge of theirseats from start to finish and leaves them inspired, impacted and moved.

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 a 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, while inspiring us to give back, lift others up, be better humans and discover our own greatest potential.

Chris is an Ambassador for Operation Smile, SeaTrees, Sea Shepherd and Conservation International and through his business and non-profit, The Chris Bertish Foundation, he annually plants multiple forests around the world, to be an example to others of the change we all wish to see in the world.

In early 2022 Chris and his team launched his new documentary called “Last known Co-ordinates” globally, on his mind-altering, solo, unsupported, Trans-Atlantic Sup Crossing journey which has won multiple International Film Festivals awards.

InJuly 2022, Chris Wing Foiled, solo and unsupported, across the Pacific Ocean, from California to Hawaii, over 49 days and 2500Nautical Miles, becoming thefirst person to wing foil across any ocean.  A project powered by nature, for nature.

In2023, Chris launched his second Book “All in!” on his incredible solo Stand upPaddle journey. The new book has already graced the Best Sellers list in South Africa and Chris is currently doing a Roadshow across America, with his new book and inspiring audiences across the USA.

In2024, Chris launched a Limited Edition Eco Series Book, which is the most sustainable book ever printed. A book created as an example to the world of what’s possible.

In2025, Chris Launched the Trans Cat Expedition 2025/26 to be the first person to sail at open beach catamaran with no fixed cabin across the Pacific from California to Hawaii, 2,650NM.

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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All In!

Achieving The Impossible! The Mavericks Big Wave Story

Limitless: The SUP Crossing Story

Saving Stripe! A Conservation Specific Keynote

Unlock Your Super Powers & Achieve Anything!

The Mavericks Experience: A Walk and Talk Experience

Teambuilding: SUP Sessions

Fireside Talk: A relaxed, intimate conversation with Chris Bertish

Videos

https://vimeo.com/723858135
Chris Bertish - Achieving the Impossible
https://vimeo.com/723887879
Chris Bertish Trans Pacific Wing Project
https://vimeo.com/723884100
Chris Bertish: Ocean Driven Film Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub1tYvkOfAc
Unlock Your Superpowers & Elevate Humanity | Chris Bertish | TEDxSouthLakeTahoe

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Testimonials

"He's an expert on shifting his comfort zone, and it's clear through his public speaking that he is right in his comfort zone. He teaches on finding your greatest potential, and coming from such a legend as Chris, I was left feeling empowered to evaluate where in my life I could more intentionally "dial it up" and follow my passions. If there's ever an attitude for gratitude that should be shared on a big stage (or virtual event), then Chris' story is one for the records. This was one of our most successful talks at Salesforce.”

Kelly Cowden, Industry Events & Sponsors
Salesforce

“Chris is an amazing human!! Hearing how he maintained his positivity and mental health through his incredible voyage is amazingly inspirational. His talk was very timely; reminding us of the essential elements and tools required to maintain a positive outlook during these trying times. Chris's authentic delivery and positive energy left our team uplifted and inspired!”

Katrina Tempero, UX Manager,
Google

“Chris provided us with an authentic view of his own isolation experiences and shared top tips that were easy to incorporate into daily life to help us navigate through this crisis and even beyond. I believe anyone could benefit from learning and applying these tools in their life. Extremely grateful to have been a part of this session and to have shared in the wisdom of Chris’s insights.”

Vanessa Gill, Regional Manager
Cisco ANZ

“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

“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!”

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