Daring the impossible and changing the rules of the game

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Daring the impossible and changing the rules of the game

Alexia Barrier

Sailor and pioneer Alexia Barrier is the driving force behind The Famous Project, a revolutionary initiative combining innovation, sustainability and women's leadership, with the aim of completing a non-stop, 100% women's round-the-world sailing race.

This conference, led by Alexia Barrier, visionary sailor and founder of The Famous Project, offers a captivating insight into the world of solo sailing, ocean conservation and female leadership. Alexia shares her extraordinary journey, from her beginnings in sailing at the age of 3 to her most ambitious challenges, including the Vendée Globe 2020. She illustrates how to overcome obstacles, adapt to the unexpected and mobilise unforeseen resources to achieve audacious goals.

She also describes her commitment to the 4myplanet association, dedicated to protecting the oceans, and her work to raise awareness among young people and support vital scientific research. Finally, Alexia outlines the ambitions of The Famous Project, a unique initiative to sail around the world with a 100% female crew, a symbol of perseverance and innovation.

The conference concludes with an interactive discussion with the audience, offering a dose of inspiration and practical tips on how to go beyond limits.

This interactive conference guarantees an inspiring and thought-provoking moment, punctuated by a time for discussion with the audience.