Simone Moro is a prominent alpinist and helicopter pilot known for his significant contributions to high-altitude mountaineering. He began climbing at the age of 13, going onto focus on the Himalayas. His career includes pioneering winter ascents of four 8,000-metre peaks, a feat that has inspired adventurers globally.
Simone has completed over 70 expeditions, demonstrating his technical skills and physical endurance. He has summited 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks, including Everest four times. Notably, he achieved the first winter ascents of four 8,000-metre mountains, setting a record in the mountaineering community.
In addition to his climbing achievements, Simone is a qualified helicopter pilot, obtaining his licence in just 69 days. He has worked in high-altitude rescue operations and has been involved with Altitude Helicopters. Beyond his climbing and piloting, he is an author who shares his experiences and insights through motivational speaking, focusing on overcoming challenges.
Simone's career reflects a commitment to pushing the limits of human potential, making him a respected figure in both the mountaineering and aviation fields.
Simone Moro’s philosophy transcends mountaineering, focusing on the power of storytelling to inspire and connect with audiences worldwide. His core values—optimism, tenacity, humility, generosity, and perseverance—are central to his extraordinary achievements. Through his engaging narratives, Simone highlights the themes of dreams, goals, limits, fear, success, failure, teamwork, and leadership. Attendees will learn how these principles foster resilience and the human spirit, drawing valuable lessons from his remarkable adventures.
In this keynote, Simone Moro shares his inspiring journey of pursuing his dreams at the age of 42. Despite being deemed "too old" to become a helicopter pilot, Simone embarked on this challenging journey with a clear vision, traveling to the USA to earn his helicopter license. Today, Simone uses his experience as an alpinist and rescue pilot to teach teams how to make quick decisions, prioritise in critical moments, manage risks, and turn perceived limitations into opportunities for growth.
