Jill Heinerth
Cave Diver, Underwater Explorer, Author, Photographer, Filmmaker, RCGS
- Collaboration,
- Diversity,
- Exploration,
- Failure,
- Leadership,
- Mindset,
- Motivation,
- Risk Management,
- Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Presentations
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Presentation Styles
In-person and virtual keynotes, fireside chats, and workshops
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Explorations in Excellence
Jill Heinerth’s dynamic multimedia presentation will inspire audiences to reach beyond their limitations, challenge the unknown, and overcome their fears.
More people have walked on the moon than have been to the places Jill Heinerth has explored right here on earth. Instead of following maps, she has blazed a trail into the planet exploring lava tubes beneath the ocean floor, submerged caves inside icebergs, and the deepest recesses of the world’s oceans.
She shares remarkable experiences and lessons learned in the deadly arena of extreme underwater exploration and adventure filmmaking, applying her practical knowledge to share lessons on risk management, discovery learning, failure, and collaboration strategies.
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Improving the Culture of Safety in High Risk Environments
Good leaders create a safe culture in the workplace, but how is it accomplished? Jill Heinerth addresses three primary categories that relate to risk assessment, leadership, and safety culture, including strategies and tactics for reaching a sustainable, incident-free workplace.
By drawing on her experiences cave diving into some of the most dangerous places on earth, listeners will learn how to apply universal risk management strategies in their own teams and organizations.
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The Explorer's Mindset: A Cave Diver's Guide to Fear, Isolation, and Change
There are no handbooks for trailblazers, and too often we allow fear of the unknown to limit us from trying new things. Fear is a survival instinct that helps us avoid danger, but it may also freeze us in our tracks or cause us to run away.
As a cave diving explorer, Jill Heinerth’s work takes her to the most remote corners of the planet. Frequently out of touch for weeks or even months at a time, her job is to capture images in the claustrophobic blackness of water-filled caves, where an error on the job may determine her chance of survival. To excel in this work, Heinerth has had to learn how to master fear like no other.
The lessons Heinerth has learned about risk assessment from over 30 years of expeditions offer an edge of your seat thrill woven together with important messages about how to transcend fear and achieve success
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Dive into The Life You Want to Lead
Jill Heinerth leverages her adventurous life experiences to empower every woman to take on new challenges with confidence. Early in her career in advertising, Heinerth shifted gears, pivoting to a remarkable career as a creative professional in the underwater world. But it was not an easy path. Battling misogyny, financial ruin, and a devastating diving accident, she emerged to build a successful life on a road less traveled.
In this presentation, she shares her original vision about mapping a path to success in a non-traditional role while sharing heartwarming human stories about the challenges she encountered and overcame along her journey.
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We Are All Interconnected: Protecting Our Planet
Once thought to be infinitely resilient, our water planet is in trouble, and therefore, so are we. With equal parts warning and hope, Jill Heinerth shows us how our lives are interconnected with our water systems and how we can protect them for future generations.
Presentation Styles
In-person and virtual keynotes, fireside chats, and workshops
Ideal and customized for all audiences.
Explorations in Excellence
Jill Heinerth’s dynamic multimedia presentation will inspire audiences to reach beyond their limitations, challenge the unknown, and overcome their fears.
More people have walked on the moon than have been to the places Jill Heinerth has explored right here on earth. Instead of following maps, she has blazed a trail into the planet exploring lava tubes beneath the ocean floor, submerged caves inside icebergs, and the deepest recesses of the world’s oceans.
She shares remarkable experiences and lessons learned in the deadly arena of extreme underwater exploration and adventure filmmaking, applying her practical knowledge to share lessons on risk management, discovery learning, failure, and collaboration strategies.
Improving the Culture of Safety in High Risk Environments
Good leaders create a safe culture in the workplace, but how is it accomplished? Jill Heinerth addresses three primary categories that relate to risk assessment, leadership, and safety culture, including strategies and tactics for reaching a sustainable, incident-free workplace.
By drawing on her experiences cave diving into some of the most dangerous places on earth, listeners will learn how to apply universal risk management strategies in their own teams and organizations.
The Explorer's Mindset: A Cave Diver's Guide to Fear, Isolation, and Change
There are no handbooks for trailblazers, and too often we allow fear of the unknown to limit us from trying new things. Fear is a survival instinct that helps us avoid danger, but it may also freeze us in our tracks or cause us to run away.
As a cave diving explorer, Jill Heinerth’s work takes her to the most remote corners of the planet. Frequently out of touch for weeks or even months at a time, her job is to capture images in the claustrophobic blackness of water-filled caves, where an error on the job may determine her chance of survival. To excel in this work, Heinerth has had to learn how to master fear like no other.
The lessons Heinerth has learned about risk assessment from over 30 years of expeditions offer an edge of your seat thrill woven together with important messages about how to transcend fear and achieve success
Dive into The Life You Want to Lead
Jill Heinerth leverages her adventurous life experiences to empower every woman to take on new challenges with confidence. Early in her career in advertising, Heinerth shifted gears, pivoting to a remarkable career as a creative professional in the underwater world. But it was not an easy path. Battling misogyny, financial ruin, and a devastating diving accident, she emerged to build a successful life on a road less traveled.
In this presentation, she shares her original vision about mapping a path to success in a non-traditional role while sharing heartwarming human stories about the challenges she encountered and overcame along her journey.
We Are All Interconnected: Protecting Our Planet
Once thought to be infinitely resilient, our water planet is in trouble, and therefore, so are we. With equal parts warning and hope, Jill Heinerth shows us how our lives are interconnected with our water systems and how we can protect them for future generations.
Testimonials
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“When someone asks who is the modern-day Jacques Cousteau, the answer as far as we are concerned, is easy… Jill Heinerth.”
Jim Standing, President, Fourth Element
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“Our delegates were astounded, and intrigued, not only by the great visuals, but also Jill's sharing of her philosophy about risks, a purposeful life, and passing the baton to the next generation.”
Fred Keating, Canadian Actor/Emcee, Environmental Services Association of Alberta Conference, Jasper Alberta
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"Jill’s keynote address was nothing short of brilliance – incredibly entertaining, educational and inspiring. Her video and stills were breathtaking. As part of her talk, she was able to incorporate a number of leadership and team attributes that linked directly to her work as a cave diver, underwater explorer, photographer and film maker and did so with grace, humility and a wonderful sense of humour.”
Renee Ruccolo, City of Windsor
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“The references to constant learning and agile thinking were very relevant to the IBM environment and it made you realize that the skills we are learning now are not just relevant in IBM but for all aspects of our lives.”
Attendee survey, IBM Portsmouth, England
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“Jill provided us with an evening to remember and exponentially expanded our appreciation of the stunning beauty and majesty of the world that exists underwater, under the planet’s surface.”
Chris Baburek, Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists
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“Jill was awesome. Several of my board members commented how inspiring her story was….they thought she was awesome. She was the highlight of our event.”
Patty Mamola, PE, Executive Director, Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
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“We continue to receive excellent feedback about our Client Appreciation Event, and in particular, your presentation. The breadth was perfect for the diversity of participants and the story of your exploration gripping.”
Dave Sharpe, Scotiabank, SharpeWay Investments
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"My heart is pounding and I’m all jittery – motivated to do something! Outstanding!”
Carol Lippincott, Ph. D., presentation attendee, Gainesville, Florida
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“What a great evening. Jill you are one fantastic lady and public speaker. Everyone was totally enchanted..”
Christian Laf, RCMP Police College, Ottawa, Canada
Jim Standing, President, Fourth Element
Media Gallery
Books
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INTO THE PLANET: MY LIFE AS A CAVE DIVER
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THE AQUANAUT
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