Felicity Aston
Transform polar exploration into leadership insights with Felicity Aston, speaker, polar explorer and climate scientist. Felicity works with organisations to inspire resilience and environmental leadership, delivering impactful presentations backed by her MBE, Queen's Polar Medal, and Antarctic research expertise.
London, United Kingdom
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Felicity Aston began her polar career in 2000 as a Meteorologist with the British Antarctic Survey, where she spent over two years at Rothera Research Station in Antarctica.
She has since led several notable expeditions, including the first British Women's Crossing of Greenland and ski expeditions to the North and South Poles.
Felicity has found creative ways to share her experiences, pioneering initiatives such as 'Tweet to the Pole' and transforming her expeditions into art exhibitions and books.
She has also co-presented BBC documentaries on atmospheric science and the Klondike Goldrush, making valuable contributions to climate change films.
As an advocate for polar exploration and women in science, Felicity actively supports various charities and holds memberships in prestigious societies.
Her achievements include being awarded the Queen's Polar Medal and an MBE for her services to polar exploration.
Currently, Felicity is based between Iceland and the UK, where she researches Arctic sea ice microplastic pollution at the National Oceanography Centre and the University of Southampton.
Felicity brings a unique blend of adventure, scientific insight, and pioneering leadership to her speaking engagements, inspiring audiences with her firsthand experiences from the most remote corners of the Earth. Her compelling storytelling not only captivates but also educates on crucial topics like climate change, teamwork in extreme conditions, and breaking barriers in male-dominated fields. Booking Felicity will enrich your team or business event with invaluable perspectives on resilience, innovation, and the importance of pursuing ambitious goals.
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Felicity Aston shares insights on pushing human limits and resilience, drawing from her experiences as the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica.
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