Surfer & Entrepreneur
Shaun Tomson: Biography at a Glance
- Named one of the greatest surfers of all time and one of the most influential surfers of the century by SURFER Magazine
- Best-selling author of “The Code: The Power of ‘I Will’” and “Surfer's Code: 12 Simple Lessons for Riding Through Life”
- Writer and producer of the award-winning documentary “Bustin' Down the Door”
- Inducted into the Jewish and South African Sports Hall of Fame and the U.S. Surfing Hall of Fame
- Board member and ambassador for Surfrider Foundation
Biography
Shaun Tomson started, managed and sold two multi-million dollar clothing brands -- Instinct in the 80s and Solitude (co-founded with his wife Carla) in the 90's. He is the author of the best-selling books The Code and Surfer's Code, and the writer and producer of the award-winning documentary film Bustin' Down the Door.
He is a Business Administration and Finance graduate from the University of Natal. He is a World Surfing Champion, an inductee in the Jewish and South African Sports Hall of Fame, the US Surfing Hall of Fame, and has been described as one of the greatest surfers of all time and one of the most influential surfers of the century by Surfer Magazine.
He is a board member and ambassador for Surfrider Foundation, the world's largest environmental group dedicated to protecting the world's oceans, waves and beaches and he received the SIMA Environmentalist of the Year Award in 2002.
Shaun talks about the influence of positive values on success in life and business based on his own experiences of overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges, in and out of the surf. An attitude of Commitment and Positivity is the basis for his unique empowering business philosophy based on his "Surfer's Code: 12 Simple Lessons for Riding through Life."
He has spoken internationally, inspired and touched the hearts of audiences, has shared the stage with well-known personalities including Sir Richard Branson and Malcolm Gladwell, and inspired corporations like General Motors, Cisco, Price Waterhouse, Toys R Us, Sasol, Disney, Google, Primedia, MTN and Adcock Ingram.
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Yes, Shaun Tomson speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
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Will Shaun Tomson speak at private events?
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How far in advance should I book Shaun Tomson?
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Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
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