Ben Saunders — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Holds the world record for the longest human-powered polar journey in history
Co-founder and CEO at Arctic Research and Development since 2025, developing mission-critical technology for extreme environments
Travelled more than 4,500 miles (7,000km) on foot in polar regions since 2001, including solo expeditions to both poles
Keynote speaker, presenting to nearly 1,000 audiences including three times on TED's main stage
Investor at Coldhouse since 2018

Biography

Ben Saunders is the co-founder and CEO of Arctic Research and Development, a company focused on building mission-critical technology for the world’s most extreme operating environments. He has a distinguished background as a polar explorer, holding the world record for the longest human-powered polar journey in history. His expeditions include solo journeys to both the North and South Poles, and he has travelled more than 4,500 miles (7,000km) on foot in the polar regions since 2001.