Aldo Kane

Aldo Kane is a former Royal Marines Commando Sniper with over a decade of operational service and a career that has taken him to some of the most remote and challenging environments on Earth. With experience in more than 100 countries and involvement in over 15 world-first expeditions, he has become a trusted figure in the worlds of adventure, exploration, and high-risk operations. Aldo is known for working behind the scenes and in front of the camera on major TV and film productions, serving as a safety consultant and expedition leader for broadcasters including the BBC, National Geographic, and Disney. He has led teams through volatile regions, across oceans, and into active volcanoes, applying the skills developed through years of training and service in the UK’s elite forces. Alongside his operational and media work, Aldo brings insight into leadership, resilience, and human performance under pressure. His first-hand experience of high-stakes situations, whether on military missions or scientific expeditions, has informed a growing body of work exploring how people can adapt and perform in uncertain and demanding conditions. His book, Lessons From the Edge, draws on these experiences to reflect on what extreme environments can teach us about mindset, purpose, and decision-making. Aldo is also a qualified medic, mountain leader, rebreather diver, skydiver, and bodyguard, with a background in training others to navigate risk in hostile terrain. Through his company, Vertical Planet, he continues to support high-profile productions and scientific teams working in complex environments worldwide. From military operations to mountaintops, Aldo’s story is one of continuous adaptation, discipline, and applied experience. He offers a grounded perspective on what it means to lead under pressure and to push beyond the limits of perceived capability. Book Aldo Kane now for a standout speaker who is guaranteed to please the crowd.