Lewis Pugh Announced as First Speaker for the T2 Leadership Retreat 2026
What does it take to lead when the stakes are high, and there’s no clear way forward? At T2, we believe true leadership is tested in the unknown. In pressure. In risk. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the first speaker for the T2 Leadership Retreat 2026: Lewis Pugh, endurance swimmer, climate advocate, and global changemaker.
Known for swimming across the North Pole in freezing temperatures to highlight the melting Arctic, Lewis has spent decades pushing human boundaries, not for fame, but for purpose. His mission? To protect our planet through bold, values-driven action and to inspire others to lead the same way.
Lewis’s story isn’t just one of world records; it’s a masterclass in leadership under pressure.
Whether swimming in sub-zero waters or negotiating with global leaders, he’s had to lead himself and others through uncertainty, complexity, and extreme challenge. His message is simple — and powerful:
At the 2026 T2 Leadership Retreat Event, Lewis will share his personal journey, hard-earned lessons, and a renewed vision for leadership that’s courageous, principled, and built to last.
The T2 Leadership Retreat is a 3-day immersive event for leaders who want to experience:
Step back from the noise
Reconnect with purpose
Sharpen their leadership toolkit
Gain new insights from world-class speakers and facilitators
Build relationships with other high-performing, values-led leaders
Last year’s retreat brought together leaders from public services, the private sector, and purpose-driven organisations across the UK. This year, we’re going even further.
The T2 Leadership Retreat is designed for:
Senior leaders and executives
People managers navigating complexity
Founders and directors leading through change
Public sector leaders balancing performance and purpose
Anyone looking to elevate their leadership through clarity, courage, and connection
Lewis Pugh delivering a keynote
Lewis Pugh will be joined by Raymond Blanc and Stephanie Romiszewski
Dates: 7th to 9th July 2026
Location: The Grove Hotel & Spa
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