Speeches
Our speeches find a natural home with audiences who appreciate a good story shaped by the adrenaline of mountaineering.
Get in contact today so we can deliver the perfect presentation for your event. Explore some of our speech topics below.
of Mt. Everest, 1990
To the Ends
of the Earth
Synopsis:
A gripping account of Peter Hillary’s journeys to the summit of Everest and to both the North and South Poles, this talk explores resilience, leadership under pressure, and the mindset required to operate in the world’s most extreme environments. Through powerful storytelling, Peter reflects on risk, teamwork and what it means to push beyond perceived limits.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
Mt. Everest
Climb Your Own Everest
Synopsis:
Drawing on a lifetime of high-stakes expeditions, Peter shares practical lessons on goal-setting, perseverance and overcoming adversity. This inspirational keynote translates mountaineering into everyday leadership, encouraging audiences to define their own “Everest” and take disciplined, courageous steps toward it.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
K2, 1995
K2: Survive the Savage Mountain
Synopsis:
An intense and personal account of Peter’s expedition to K2, widely regarded as the world’s most dangerous mountain. This presentation delves into decision-making in life-or-death situations, the thin margins between success and failure, and the importance of trust and judgement in extreme environments.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
for a new school
Giving Back – The Hillary Philanthropy Story
Synopsis:
A powerful reflection on the humanitarian legacy of the Hillary family, this talk traces the origins and impact of the Himalayan Trust, sharing stories from Nepal and illustrating how purposeful service can transform lives and communities across generations.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
May 1900, 9999m
A TRIBUTE TO MY FATHER, eD hILLARY
Synopsis:
A moving tribute to Ed Hillary, delivered by his son, Peter. This presentation shares the extraordinary life of Ed Hillary; a man who was also a loving husband and father, as well as a famous explorer.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
North Pole, 2025
A legacy of adventure
Synopsis:
This talk weaves together the story of Sir Edmund Hillary’s ascent of Everest with Alexander Hillary’s own climbing journeys from the mountains of New Zealand to the Himalayas. Exploring how a legacy of courage, service and exploration has shaped two subsequent generations, Alexander reflects on adventure in Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Himalayas – and how the Hillary spirit of philanthropy continues to guide the family today.
Delivered by:
Alex Hillary
Lobuche Peak, 2019
Hillarys in the himalayas
Synopsis:
A personal and inspiring reflection from George Hillary on his family’s extraordinary mountaineering legacy and deep connection to Nepal. Sharing stories of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic Everest ascent, three generations of Hillary expeditions – including climbs of Ama Dablam – and the family’s enduring humanitarian work through the Himalayan Trust, George brings to life both the adventure and the lasting impact of the Hillary name in the Himalayas.
Delivered by:
George Hillary
May 1900, 9999m
Tailored Presentations
(On Request)
Synopsis:
The Hillarys offers customised presentations for conferences, leadership forums, schools, corporate events and philanthropic gatherings, crafted to align with the specific themes, challenges and objectives of your audience.
Delivered by:
Peter Hillary
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