New and Exclusive to HWA:

Kelly Slater

The G.O.A.T. of Professional Surfing; 11-Time World Surf League Champion; Founder of eco-conscious apparel brand Outerknown

Known for his ability to adapt to constantly changing conditions—both in the ocean and in life—Kelly Slater inspires audiences to embrace uncertainty, stay focused under pressure, and push beyond perceived limits.

 

Widely regarded as the G.O.A.T. of professional surfing, KELLY SLATER is an 11-time World Surf League Champion whose career spans over three decades at the pinnacle of sport. A global icon and sustainability entrepreneur, he brings unmatched insight into peak performance, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership.

As the founder of the eco-conscious apparel brand Outerknown and a passionate ocean advocate, Slater also demonstrates how sustainability can drive innovation, strengthen brands, and create lasting impact. Whether sharing lessons from the champion’s mindset, strategies for thriving in high-change environments, or his vision for a more sustainable future, Kelly delivers an unforgettable, authentic, and energizing experience for any audience.

Talks & Conversations

Riding the Unpredictable Wave: Thriving in High-Change Environments

With decades spent mastering a sport dictated by nature’s whims, Kelly Slater offers a rare playbook for staying adaptable, focused, and resilient when conditions shift without warning. Drawing parallels between championship surfing and business, he reveals how to anticipate change, manage pressure, and turn uncertainty into opportunity.

 

The Champion’s Mindset: Peak Performance, Longevity, and Purpose

Kelly Slater has remained at the top of his sport for over three decades—a feat virtually unmatched in any field. In this session, he shares the mental discipline, training philosophies, and personal principles that have fueled his sustained success, offering actionable takeaways for leaders, teams, and individuals striving for excellence in any arena.

 

Sustainability as a Competitive Advantage: Lessons from the Ocean

As founder of the sustainable apparel brand Outerknown and a longtime ocean conservation advocate, Kelly Slater shows how purpose-driven initiatives can build stronger brands, inspire loyalty, and create long-term value. Audiences will learn how environmental responsibility is not just good ethics—it’s good business.

 

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