Elin Haf Davies Keynote Speaker

  • World record-breaking adventurer and children's health advocate
  • Co-founder of aparito, a digital health enterprise (2015-present)
  • Author, "On Tempestuous Seas ... Rowing Two Oceans" (2011)

Elin Haf Davies's Biography

Dr. Elin Haf Davies has passion for extreme challenges and adventure, which she uses as a platform to raise awareness about rare childhood disorders and the need to develop new drugs. A Children’s Nurse by training, she co-founded aparito in 2015, which utilises wearable technology and smart phone apps to change the way that healthcare professionals monitor patient well-being, and empowers patients to play a greater role in their own health.

In 2007, Elin became the first Welsh woman to row across the Atlantic Ocean as part of an all-female pair, and in 2009, she was part of the world first all-female crew to row across the Indian Ocean. In 2012, Elin completed a hat-trick of oceans by sailing 6,000 miles across the north Pacific as part of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Later that year, she carried the Olympic torch through Bangor in recognition of her sporting and fundraising achievements.

Elin raised over £250,000 through these adventures, which she gave to charities close to her heart. She aspires to continue combining her passion for adventure and children’s health. Elin also worked as a scientific advisor for the European Medicine Agency, advising and regulating on the development of drugs for children.

Elin has written books about her experiences. “Ar Fôr Tymhestlog” (2011) was listed for the Welsh Book of the Year, and was translated to English and published in 2012. “On Tempestuous Seas” tells the story of two of Elin’s ocean crossings and describes how she has combined her passion for adventure with her professional and personal life. When it was released at the National Geographic Store in London, it set a new record for the highest number of books sold in one night at the store.

For her next adventure, Elin has set herself the ultimate challenge – to circumnavigate the globe solo and without assistance as part of the Vendee Globe. She’s currently searching for a suitable sponsor to partner with.

Read More

Videos of Elin Haf Davies

Taking up challenge of Clipper Race (2013)
Taking up challenge of Clipper Race (2013)
Carrying the Olympic Torch (2013)
Carrying the Olympic Torch (2013)
aparito - BGV Launch Night (2015)
aparito - BGV Launch Night (2015)

Check Elin Haf Davies's speaking fees and availability

    Sending your message…

    Please wait, this can take a moment

    Message sent…

    Close

    Please provide your details and we’ll get in touch as soon as possible.

    We can only respond to requests for professional speaking engagements. We are unable to respond to requests for autographs, shoutouts and personalized messages.

    Discover other speakers

    Ayaan Hirsi Ali Speaker
    Exclusive
    Ayaan Hirsi Ali
    Research fellow at the Hoover Institution & Founder of the AHA Foundation
    Matt Ridley Speaker
    Exclusive
    Matt Ridley
    Best-selling Author, "The Rational Optimist"
    Ilaria Capua Speaker
    Exclusive
    Ilaria Capua
    Director, One Health Center of Excellence, University of Florida - USA
    Dr Nerina Ramlakhan
    Nerina Ramlakhan Speaker
    Exclusive
    Nerina Ramlakhan
    Acclaimed author and expert on Well-Being, Sleep and Personal Productivity
    Jane Metcalfe Speaker
    Exclusive
    Jane Metcalfe
    Founder and CEO, NEO.LIFE
    Ann Romney Speaker
    Exclusive
    Ann Romney
    Best-selling Author & Former First Lady of Massachusetts
    Jeffrey Hollender Speaker
    Exclusive
    Jeffrey Hollender
    Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Expert
    Alanna Shaikh Speaker
    Exclusive
    Alanna Shaikh
    Global Health and Biosecurity Expert