Roz Savage

The First Woman to Row Solo Across Three Oceans & Bestselling Author of ‘Rowing the Atlantic’ & ‘Stop Drifting, Start Rowing’

Roz Savage’s Biography:

Roz Savage is best known as the first woman in history to row solo across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans—an extraordinary feat that redefined the limits of human endurance. As a globally sought-after speaker, she translates her unparalleled experiences of resilience, courage and purpose into transformative lessons for audiences across corporate, educational and environmental sectors. Featured extensively in global media, Roz has become a symbol of determination, conscious leadership and the profound power of individual action.

Before her name became synonymous with ocean-rowing history, Roz began her career in a conventional corporate role. Despite outward success, she found herself unfulfilled and driven by a deeper desire to create meaning in her life. This inner tension ultimately led her to leave the corporate world in search of purpose—an introspective journey that culminated in her decision to take on one of the world’s most extreme challenges: rowing the Atlantic Ocean alone. This marked the beginning of a radical career transformation and a lifelong mission to inspire others to step into their potential.

Roz’s achievements are as vast as the oceans she has crossed. Over seven years, she rowed more than 15,000 miles in a 23-foot boat with no support vessel, completing the world’s “Big Three” oceans solo—an accomplishment unmatched by any other woman. Her story has been featured on major global news outlets, and her documentary Rowing the Atlantic brought her courageous journey to an even wider audience. A bestselling author, Roz’s works ‘Rowing the Atlantic’ and ‘Stop Drifting, Start Rowing’ have earned critical acclaim for their insight, honesty and inspiration. Beyond her expeditions, Roz has become a leading voice for environmental change, serving as a United Nations Climate Hero and a BLUE Project ambassador.

In 2024, Roz added a new chapter to her career with her election as Liberal Democrat MP for South Cotswolds, securing a majority of 9.5%. Her transition into public service reflects her enduring commitment to building a more sustainable and conscious future. Having delivered talks across six continents for clients such as Google, Disney, and National Geographic, as well as giving multiple TEDx talks including ‘Roz Savage: Why I’m Rowing Across the Pacific’, Roz continues to inspire audiences with her message that the only limits that truly exist are the ones we place upon ourselves.

Why Hire Roz Savage?

Roz is hired by organisations worldwide for her electrifying storytelling, extraordinary resilience and practical insights on navigating uncertainty, achieving ambitious goals and redefining what is possible. Her talks blend adventure, environmental consciousness and mindset mastery—empowering audiences to lead with courage, clarity and conviction during times of challenge and change.

Roz Savage’s Career Highlights:

Below showcases Roz Savage’s career throughout adventure, environmental advocacy and public service:

• 2025 – Continues serving her constituency as a Liberal Democrat MP
• 2024 – Elected as a Liberal Democrat MP for the South Cotswolds constituency in the 2024 UK General Election
• 2017 – Lecturer at Yale University
• 2013 – Author of ‘Stop Drifting, Start Rowing’
• 2013 – Inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame
• 2012 – Selected as a Yale Fellow (15 were chosen out of 3,000 candidates)
• 2011– Rowed across the Indian Ocean, becoming the first woman to solo row across three oceans.
• 2011 – Recipient of the Ocean Inspiration Through Adventure Award
• 2011 – Elected as a Fellow of the Explorers Club of New York
• 2010 – Became the First Woman to row solo across the Pacific Ocean
• 2010 – Named National Geographic Adventurer of the Year
• 2009 – Author of “Rowing The Atlantic: Lessons Learned on the Open Ocean”
• 2009 – Named a United Nations Climate Hero
• 2006 – Became the only female solo competitor to complete the Atlantic Rowing Race