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By arriving at this page you have taken your first step towards an adventure

The Next Challenge does the following…

Expedition Management and logistical support
Starting a new or first adventure
Challenge websites, blogs and social networking
Advice, ideas and a sounding board
Charity fundraising and Sponsorship

…and more

If you would like Tim to help you with a challenge or expedition then click the Big Green Button and get in touch.

Tim’s Experience

The best way to get a feel for Tim’s background is probably to look through his Portfolio and read his Biography. Equally, to find out what he’s actually like, his Blog is as good a place as any.

More could be written here but it would only be duplicating a website which speaks for itself. However, questions and CV requests are welcome.

How can The Next Challenge help you?

Ideas – People often have an urge to do something great or an inkling to try something new but don’t know where to start. Someone to bounce ideas off, sow the seed of a master plan or just use as a sounding board can be all it takes. Don’t let a lack of a concrete plan stop you from getting started.
Logistics – Want to go on an expedition, don’t want to join a tour group but don’t know where to start? It needn’t be a headache. Tim’s organised expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, Himalayas, Andes and Amazon as well as local, fundraising and sporting events.
Fundraising – Whether you need funding for your own idea or are raising for charity, getting the money together is often a key concern and the first reason people cite for not starting an adventure. It shouldn’t be. Tim has dedicated a lot of time and effort to making fundraising fun and rewarding for both sponsor and recipient. He’s secured a dozen or more expedition grants for his own trips, run all sorts of weird and wonderful fundraising initiatives and even given a talk on the subject at the Royal Geographical Society.
Websites – Most expeditions and challenges have some kind of web presence these days. They’re useful tools but if you don’t know your Tweet from your RSS then it can seem daunting. Equally, you may need someone to look after and update a site whilst you’re away on your adventure. This website was built and is maintained by Tim.
Motivation – You probably don’t need a rousing speech or a self-help book but, from the first step to the final yards, a bit of encouragement is rarely a bad thing and often a necessity. Tim’s found the motivation to complete his own challenges and enjoys nothing more than convincing someone else to take one on themselves.

This site exists to get more people onto expeditions and into adventures. If you hesitate now then you are working against it.

Take a tiny step

Endorsements

“Tim has a vast amount of experience in organising expeditions and events, his professionalism and ability to overcome problems is one of his great skills along with a desire and thirst to help others. His approachable manner and easy going nature making working with him a pleasure”

- Nigel Harling, BSES Expeditions Committee Chairman

“During the Kaspersky Commonwealth Antarctic Expedition it was vital that we had someone back home who was able to keep the lines of communication between the team and the rest of the world running smoothly as well as dealing with any problems that arose.

Tim became a lifeline for us on the ice. He dealt with every request we threw at him efficiently and confidently. We trusted him completely with everything from sponsor liason, to dealing with the media and talking to our families.

Tim inspires confidence and he quickly and easily became an integral part of our unconventional team. I feel very, very grateful to have had Tim on board.”

- Felicity Aston, Freelance Travel Writer and Adventurer

“He acted professionally at all times. He demonstrated a very caring approach to his leadership, remaining aware of peoples needs and as with other successful leaders, he shared all hardships encountered with those around him.

In short, Tim plays a pivotal role with those he works with, quickly winning the respect and confidence of those around him. He is both a pleasure to work with, and a constant source of inspiration.”

- Mark Hickman, Senior Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire

“Tim has been a fantastic asset to UCL’s Expedition and Travel Committee. As a student he and his friends organised some amazing trips and we were delighted to recruit him to the committee’s membership after he graduated. Subsequently he has acted as a mentor to further generations of UCL students embarking on their own adventures.

If you want to know how to survive in Beijing or on a glacier in Greenland, then Tim is your man!”

- Ruth Siddall, Chair, University College London Expedition & Travel Committee

“Tim has a calm and pragmatic approach to problem solving that is extremely beneficial, especially when dealing with foreign bureaucracy in the face of considerable and urgent issues.

He understands the expedition ethos and environment and knows, through his not inconsiderable experience, where to look for the solutions and how to “press the right buttons” of the individuals holding the keys.

I would have no hesitation in recommending him to you”

- Chris Horobin MBA, Director Wild Country Consultants Ltd

“During the summer of 2009 I was fortunate to work with Tim on a one month BSES expedition to northern Norway. Tim’s previous experience of logistics as an employee of BSES shone through, and along with his technical ability in other areas he became a key member of the staff team.”

- Howard N Jeffs, MIC, BCU L5 Coach

“Energetic, enthusiastic, efficient, enterprising… Tim is the man for the job! I have worked with Tim now on many and varied logisitics for expeditions around the world, and he will always pursue making sure everything is well-organised to a high standard.”

- Helen Turton, Arctic Holidays

“Tim worked for the British Schools Exploring Society as an Expedition Manager, and was an innovative and most valuable member of our team. His passion for sharing life’s adventures and the benefits that come from them is extraordinary, and I trust that it will enable you to take on a challenge and a journey that will add great value to both your life and your career.

His enthusiasm and advice is sure to be of benefit so I whole heartedly recommend his services to you.

Good luck and safe travels!”

- Will Taunton-Burnett, Executive Director, British Schools Exploring Society