Mark Beaumont, an adventurer from an early age, is the current world record holder of the fastest circumnavigation of the world by bicycle – 18,296 miles in 194 days 17 hours, beating the previous record by an astonishing 81 days.

This year Mark continues to drive his adventuring ambitions forward, embarking on another ultra endurance solo journey and filming his second BBC1 documentary. Follow Mark’s new adventure here. Cycling The Americas

Bringing the experiences to life through business and commerce, Mark is the first Corporate Ambassador for LDC (‘Lloyds TSB Development Capital’), part of the Lloyds Banking Group. He continues to develop a successful public speaking career across many other areas including education and lecture tours.

As Patron of the Saltire Foundation, Scotland’s leading intern and fellowship program, Mark promotes the role entrepreneurs play in business. He supports this message through his school visiting programme, many of whom follow his expeditions online.

Mark continues to raise money and awareness for the TUSK Trust and The Active Earth Foundation.