Oliver Heer: The deep-sea sailor who redefines boundaries.

Oliver Heer: The Vendée Globe. From young sailing talent to international racing sailing elite.

Oliver Heer knows what it means to master challenges. As a professional offshore sailor, he has experienced the unbridled power of the sea, stood his ground against extreme conditions and proved that mental strength and strategic thinking make the difference between success and failure.

But Oliver Heer is far more than just a sailor – he is an inspiring speaker who conveys the essence of his experiences in captivating keynotes.

Oliver Heer: ‘There are no compromises on the high seas – only clear decisions.’

Even as a child, Oliver Heer was drawn to the water. While others spent their time on the beach, he was already enthusiastically at the helm. With tireless ambition and exceptional talent, he developed into one of the most promising skippers of his generation.

His greatest adventure began when he took part in the legendary Vendée Globe – one of the toughest single-handed sailing races in the world. Alone on a boat, with no external support, he battled his way through metre-high waves, freezing temperatures and the unpredictable force of nature in the ocean. ‘There is no place that confronts you with yourself as honestly as the open ocean,’ says Heer about the intense weeks at sea.

In a race in which only the best sailors survive, it quickly became clear that it was not just about speed, but also about mental strength, strategic planning and unwavering stamina.

One particular story from this time tells of a dramatic moment in the middle of the South Atlantic. During a stormy night, the entire on-board electronics failed. Disorientation, no radar, no navigation – and all this in the middle of the pitch-black night. ‘In moments like that, you feel the real loneliness of the sea. You’re completely on your own and every decision counts double,’ recalls Heer.

Oliver Heer managed to use improvised means to get the system back on track and master the situation – a lesson that he now uses in his keynotes to show how resilience and smart decision-making can lead to success even in the greatest adversity.

What sets Oliver Heer apart as a keynote speaker

• Pushing boundaries: Oliver Heer shows how to overcome mental and physical barriers – not only at sea, but also in business and everyday life.

• Resilience & decision making: Clarity and adaptability are crucial in stormy times – principles that he impressively conveys in his presentations.

• Team leadership & personal responsibility: Whether as a solo sailor or as the leader of a team – Heer knows how to take responsibility and prove himself in extreme situations.

His keynotes are not only inspiring, but also provide tangible strategies that can be applied to business challenges.

From the high seas to the corporate parquet.

Oliver Heer is living proof that the principles of ocean sailing are universally applicable. In his lectures, he talks about decisive moments, such as the night when a sudden storm almost capsized his boat. ‘There are moments when you have to react within seconds – hesitation is not an option.’ It is precisely this ability to make quick, well-founded decisions that he also teaches companies and managers who need to operate successfully in a rapidly changing world.

Teamwork also plays a central role in his presentations. Although the Vendée Globe is a single-handed race, Heer repeatedly emphasises how important the people behind the scenes are – the team on land, the technicians, the weather analysts. ‘Every success is a team success – even if you’re alone on the boat.’

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Whether as an inspiring keynote speaker or as an expert on resilience and leadership, Oliver Heer inspires with his captivating manner and his true-to-life examples. His presentations are not only exciting, but also a wake-up call for all those who want to develop further and grow beyond their limits.

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Why Oliver Heer inspires and enriches:

• Rich in experience: his talks are a voyage on the high seas – full of challenges, decisions and inspiring stories.

• Practical: The lessons learnt from sailing can be directly applied to business, leadership and personal development.

• Captivating & authentic: Heer does not speak from theory, but from lived experience – and his audience can feel that.

A voice for courage, strategy and perseverance.

Oliver Heer is more than an adventurer – he is a strategic thinker, an expert in resilience and a speaker who moves people. If you are looking for an inspiring keynote that provides insights for work and life, he is the perfect choice.

‘Sometimes it’s not the waves that stop us, but the fear of them.’

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