Keynote Speakers
Photo: Ryan Heffernan
Erden Eruç
(Air-den Air-rooch)
Turkish-American Adventurer, Explorer, Athlete, Environmentalist, Mental Health Advocate
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Guinness Hall of Fame & 18 Guinness World Record holder
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First solo circumnavigation of the globe by human power (2007-2012).
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First person to have rowed three oceans.
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First person to row across the Pacific Ocean from North America to Asia.
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Ocean Ambassador – Ocean Recovery Alliance
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Holds two MS degrees in Engineering and an MBA.
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Founder and President of the 501(c)(3)non-profit Around-n-Over.
Hear his remarkable story of Resiliency, Recovery & Hope
My Story
I have spent much of my life pushing the limits of human endurance, navigating the world’s vast oceans and towering peaks using nothing but my own strength, muscle and determination. As the first person to complete a solo human-powered circumnavigation of the globe - rowing, cycling, and hiking over 66,000 kilometres - I have faced daunting challenges, from extreme weather conditions to relentless isolation. My journeys have been driven not just by adventure, but by a deep purpose: to honour fallen explorers, inspire future generations, and prove that with resilience and adaptability, we can overcome any obstacle. At the Global EA Summit 2025, I look forward to sharing the lessons I’ve learned about mental strength, perseverance, and navigating the unknown—both in extreme environments and in life.
Dr. Nahida Ahmed Nayaz
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Chief Medical Officer | Sakina Mental Health & Well-being Services
Dr. Nahida Nayaz Ahmed is an American board-certified Consultant Psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer at Sakina Mental Health & Well-being Services. She completed Psychiatry residency at Tufts University-affiliated St. Elizabeth Medical Centre and Fellowship at Harvard-affiliated Cambridge Health Alliance. Dr. Ahmed has led major mental health initiatives in Abu Dhabi, serving as Chair of the Behavioral Health Council (SEHA) and Mental Health Task Force (Department of Health). She actively promotes improved access to mental health services and stigma reduction across the UAE.
Srabani Banerjee
Gurugram, India
Chief of Programs I Arogya World
Srabani Banerjee is Chief of Programs at Arogya World and Founder & CEO of SWARANYA, dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. With over 20 years in human capital consulting, she previously served as Vice President & Practice Head at Great Place to Work India. Srabani specializes in transforming organizational culture, talent management, and workplace engagement, championing women's empowerment and equal representation in workplaces.
Yukie Seki
Kobe, Japan
Secretary General | Ashinaga Foundation
Yukie Seki is the Secretary General of the Ashinaga Foundation and Director General of the Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI), where she leads international strategy, operations, and partnerships supporting higher education for orphaned students across Africa. She also serves on the boards of Ashinaga’s global offices in Uganda, Senegal, France, and the UK. Prior to joining Ashinaga, Yukie held senior roles at Hewlett-Packard and Schneider Electric in business management and strategic marketing.
Carsten Blum
Hamburg/Frankfurt, Germany
Head of Strategic Marketing I INSITE-Interventions
Carsten Blum studied Business Administration and Sports Science at the University of Oldenburg and in Long Beach, USA. After completing his studies, he worked for many years as Head of Marketing in sports marketing, then spent nearly a decade as Head of Marketing for a globally leading food supplier. Since 2022, he has been Head of Strategic Marketing at INSITE-Interventions GmbH, a leading EAP provider.
His passion lies in new trends and technologies, innovative concepts, and creativity.