Mark Visser
Founder of The Ocean Warrior course / Big Wave Paddle-in Champion.
By using his own experiences and challenges as an example, Mark Visser’s presentation covers how he and his team accomplished an inconceivable goal and proved that the ‘impossible IS possible’.

Speaker Categories
- Adventure and Extreme Speakers
- After Dinner Speakers
- Business Speakers
- Goal Setting Speakers
- Inspirational Speakers
- Motivational Speakers
- Overcoming Adversity / Resilience Speakers
- Sports Speakers
- Team Building and Teamwork Speakers
Testimonials for Mark Visser
“One of the best keynote speakers we have ever had!”
HSBC Bank
“I was really impressed, it had the hair on the back of my neck standing up!”
The Chia Co
“An unexpected speaker, Mark’s story linked so well to what we aspire to.”
ANZ Bank
Fee Range: $5001 to $10000
Mark Visser's Biography
Founder of The Ocean Warrior course / Big Wave Paddle-in Champion.
Mark Visser is the 2014/15 Big Wave paddle in champion. For the past 12 years Mark has been an influential coach to some of the worlds most successful individuals. Working as a personal coach for the 11 x world champion Kelly Slater, the Australian SAS, the US Navy Seals, Olympic athletes and professional sporting teams.
Mark has also been highly instrumental in the mindset training for professional coaches, billiondollar tech companies and most recently the 2021 AFL premiers.
After many years of training, Mark Visser made history by surfing the notoriously dangerous 40-50ft waves at Jaws (Pe’ahi), Maui, in total darkness. A true world first achievement, known globally as Night Rider.
With passion and humility, Mark speaks from the heart about breathtaking events and realizing his dreams. Mark is a down to earth, natural speaker who is infectiously energetic and engaging.
By using his own experiences and challenges as an example, Mark’s presentation covers how he and his team accomplished an inconceivable goal and proved that the ‘impossible IS possible’. This presentation includes jaw dropping imagery and video content, inspiring his audiences to understand that any task can be achieved, with the right strategy.
Mark can be engaged as a keynote speaker for individuals, teams and organisations, giving them the drive to innovate, achieve and challenge their limits. Presentations can also be tailored to draw-out company ethos and key messages to assist in focusing on brand or club specific goals.
Speaking Topics Include
“Believe in yourself” - Having a healthy self-worth/self-love is important. You must be willing to back yourself.
“Do the work” - Nothing is gifted or guaranteed and it certainly won't grow on trees. You must put in the work if you want an exceptional outcome.
“Surround yourself with great people” - One individual can only do so much. Surrounding yourself with like-minded team members and working together as ‘one' is crucial to success.
“Do what you say you’ll do’’ - Being a person of your word keeps you accountable to a task and makes you a valuable asset to any team. Build inner-confidence knowing you are reliable and willing to go the distance.