Grit and resilience keynotes for international teams in China
Paris Norriss brings an English-language keynote on grit and resilience to multinational companies, international events and regional leadership teams in China.
Scale and speed demand endurance
China’s markets move at extraordinary scale and speed, and multinational teams there face constant change, tough competition and high expectations from headquarters.
Grit, the passion and perseverance to keep working towards a long-term goal, is what keeps those teams performing through setbacks.
The Grit Code gives international leaders a shared framework and practical tools.
Conferences and offsites that need to perform
Regional leadership
Leadership meetings for multinational companies in Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen.
Kick-offs & conferences
Regional sales kick-offs and international conferences.
Business chambers & associations
Keynotes for international business communities.
International schools
The Grit Generation programme for international schools and universities.
Talks and formats
The Grit Code
Resilience and high performance for teams working at scale and speed.
The age of AI needs more grit
In one of the world’s leading AI markets, the human edge is the will to keep going when the plan breaks.
Grit Deconstruction workshop
A hands-on session for leadership teams and sales groups that maps where your team breaks under pressure and builds a plan to fix it.
Host / MC / panel
A TV presenter to host international conferences and award nights.
Tested at sea, on the ice and on stage
Shows in 123 countries
His adventure TV shows are distributed in 123 countries, and Guy in Dubai has 22 million views.
7 marathons, 7 continents
Ran seven marathons on seven continents in 5 days, 21 hours and 51 minutes.
Rowed the Pacific
In 2023 he rowed 4,800 km across the Pacific with three teammates, raising more than £150,000 for marine conservation.
Main stages
TEDx Amman to 4,000 people in a Roman theatre (October 2025), COP28 (December 2023) and Expo 2020 Dubai (2021).
Past audiences include the UN Tourism General Assembly, COP28 (December 2023), Expo 2020 Dubai (2021), TEDx Amman (October 2025), the US Army, DHL, Nokia and Durlston Partners.
International clients include DHL, Nokia, IHG, Kraft Heinz and Durlston Partners, and Paris has spoken to US Army soldiers in Hawaii.
Speaking in China, in person or virtually
Available for in-person events across China, or virtually in your local time zone.
Organisers typically book speakers about three months ahead, so get in touch early to secure your date.
Paris presents in English. Organisers can arrange an interpreter or translator if needed.
From the organisers
I’ve had the privilege of witnessing Paris Norriss in action as a storyteller, motivator and a true catalyst for transformation. Through his powerful awe-inspiring adventures, he doesn’t just recount tales of endurance and grit, he lives them.
I had the pleasure of working with Paris during TEDxAmman, the largest TEDx event in the MENA region, where he joined us as one of our inspiring speakers. From the very start, he showed professionalism, positivity, and contagious enthusiasm that uplifted everyone around him.
Paris Norriss is a true adventurer and entrepreneur. He came to speak with our Soldiers in Hawaii to tell them stories on his adventures including his most recent, rowing across the Pacific Ocean to Kauai. His story showed our team what the world has to offer, to be resilient and how important teamwork can be especially in times of hardship.
Cities we cover in China
Keynote speaker Shanghai · Keynote speaker Beijing · Keynote speaker Shenzhen · Keynote speaker Guangzhou · Keynote speaker Chengdu · Keynote speaker Tianjin · Keynote speaker Wuhan · Keynote speaker Dongguan · Keynote speaker Chongqing · Keynote speaker Xi’an · Keynote speaker Hangzhou · Keynote speaker Foshan · Keynote speaker Nanjing · Keynote speaker Shenyang · Keynote speaker Zhengzhou · Keynote speaker Qingdao · Keynote speaker Suzhou · Keynote speaker Changsha · Keynote speaker Jinan
FAQ
Can I book Paris Norriss as a keynote speaker in China?
Yes. Paris speaks at international events and multinational company meetings, in person or virtually.
Can virtual sessions run in our local time zone?
Yes. Virtual keynotes are scheduled in your local time zone, with expedition footage and live Q&A.
Does Paris present in English?
Yes. Paris presents in English, and every talk is tailored in a briefing call for your audience.
Can the keynote work with an interpreter or translator?
Yes. Paris presents in English, and organisers can arrange an interpreter or translator if needed. The briefing call can cover how to plan for it.
How far ahead should we book?
Organisers typically book speakers about three months ahead. Shorter notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
How long is The Grit Code keynote?
The flagship keynote runs 45 to 60 minutes including Q&A. Paris also delivers 90-minute to half-day workshops and 30 to 45-minute virtual keynotes.
Bring grit to your next event in China
Tell us the date, the city, the audience and what you want them to walk out with. You will get a straight answer on availability and fit. Prefer to talk first? Book a call.
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