From Summit
to Leadership
Tima Deryan is the first Lebanese woman to summit Mount Everest,
complete the Seven Summits, and ski to the South Pole. But those
milestones are only part of her story. As an executive coach, she works
with high achievers, bringing that same capacity for pressure, focus,
and resilience to executive coaching, corporate workshops, and
keynotes.
About
Methodology
Tima Deryan works with executives, teams, and organizations to build the kind of resilience that holds up when the pressure is real — not just in theory. Her approach is drawn from a decade coaching leaders through major transitions, and a decade testing that same mindset at altitude
100+
International speaking events, leadership programs, and media features worldwide.
Tested at Altitude
As a certified coach, Tima translates what she learned at altitude into practice: managing fear before a summit push becomes a practice for clear decisions under pressure, and recovering from setbacks mid-expedition becomes a practice for regaining momentum without losing motivation. She turns what the mountain demanded into practices that help clients tap into their true potential, build a growth mindset, and achieve their goals.
The journey to any summit begins in the mind. Train your mind to go further than you thought possible.
— Tima Deryan
Executive and Leadership Coaching
One-on-one coaching for executives, founders, and rising leaders navigating high-stakes decisions, career transitions, or burnout. Drawing on lessons from extreme mountaineering, Tima helps clients build the resilience and clarity to lead through pressure and not around it.
Keynote Speaking
Tima Deryan delivers keynotes on resilience, leadership, and mindset, drawing on real experience summiting Everest, the world's highest peaks, and skiing the South Pole. Ideal for corporate events, conferences, and leadership offsites looking for a speaker who's actually lived the lessons she shares.
Leadership Expedition
Experiential team-building and leadership programs set in real physical challenge, from guided hikes to full expedition-style retreats. Our signature program takes teams up Mount Kilimanjaro, building trust, communication, and resilience in ways a conference room can't replicate.
Client Portfolio
What Clients Say
Hear From Those Who’ve Experienced Transformation
"Exceptional! Tima was so inspirational on many levels. She has a unique way of relating lessons from her mountaineering experience in a business context. She also wove in powerful lessons about perseverance, teamwork, and leadership.”
— A.A Shell VP Key Accounts
"I really liked the connection that Tima made between reaching a summit on a mountain and a goal in business and life. She unlocked a new perspective to finding options and solutions.”
— C.G Senior Director of Operations at ADNOC
Seeing a real-life example of a human with a strong mindset and a clear mental fortitude was a sign for me to get up and take action! Tima really woke me up and reminded me of my why”
— A.M VP of HR at Cundall
Milestones
International Recognitions
Mount Everest Summit
First Lebanese Woman and Youngest Arab to Summit Mount Everest
Ski to the South Pole
First Lebanese Woman and Youngest Arab to Ski to the South Pole
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7 Summits Finisher
Climbed the Highest Mountain on Every Continent 7 Summits Finisher
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Highest Active Volcano
First Arab to Summit Ojos Del Salado, The Highest Active Volcano in world
FAQs
Answers to Your Most Common Questions
Tima Deryan offers executive and team coaching, corporate workshops,
keynote speaking, and a leadership expedition program, available
worldwide in person and online.Individual executives, corporate teams, HR and L&D departments, and
event planners booking speakers can all benefit from Tima Deryan's
coaching, workshops, and keynote programs.You can book Tima Deryan for coaching or a keynote by starting with a
free 30-minute discovery call or by requesting a proposal directly
through the website.Yes. Every workshop Tima Deryan delivers is customized to the
organization's team size, goals, and industry before it's run.
Yes. Tima Deryan offers virtual and online sessions for 1:1 coaching,
team coaching, and workshops, in addition to in-person delivery.Tima Deryan's coaching is built on lessons tested while summiting Mount
Everest, completing the Seven Summits, and skiing to the South Pole,
translated into practical frameworks like The Certainty Audit.Yes. Individual coaching with Tima Deryan is available directly, with
no corporate sponsorship required.Keynote fees for Tima Deryan range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on
event location, format, and audience size.
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