Dee Caffari
Dee Caffari has sailed around the world six times. She is the first woman to have sailed single-handed and non-stop around the world in both directions and the only woman to have sailed non-stop around the world a total of three times.
In 2006 Dee became the first woman to sail solo, non-stop, around the world against the prevailing winds and currents and was awarded an MBE in recognition of her achievement.
Dee’s Diary
Around the world again
You might be mistaken in thinking I have fallen off a cliff this year but the reality is that my radio silence has been due to a very exciting new project that has been all consuming these last few months. It is project that is going to see me sail around the world…
Embracing Renewables
Last week I was invited to address the Scottish Renewables Conference in Edinburgh. They wanted to me to talk about the development of renewable power in offshore sailing. With the success of Conrad Coleman completing the Vendee Globe without the use of any fossil…
A delivery like no other
We had 5000 miles to cover in just 18 days. The race yacht had achieved line honors in a classic offshore race and celebrations were taking place at 2200hrs until well into the early hours. Meanwhile, discreetly in the background, the boat was being prepared for…
A winter of Inspiration
It seems that this time of year is given over to Boat Shows. Time to check out new gear available on the market, see some new boat innovations and probably more importantly have chance to catch up with friends and colleagues. I have been fortunate enough to visit the…
Grabbing Opportunities As They Arise
Back in September I remember thinking that once that month had ended I didn’t really have much in my calendar. I had also reminded myself that life is about opportunities and you should try and grab them when they arise. Welcome to my life now for November and…
The Secret to Time Management
The Volvo Ocean Race is a not just a race against your rivals, it’s a race against the clock. Time is the most precious resource you have, and to make the best use of your time can be the difference between feeling in control, performing to the best of your ability,…
Managing Stress in the Volvo Ocean Race
There are many similarities between the Volvo Ocean Race and modern global business. Companies can use the event and the athletes as a platform to drive conversation and change around topics such as leadership, sustainability, teamwork and personal development….
Giving Back at Grassroots
It is that time of year where people are looking at the end of the season in the UK. The nights are drawing in and the temperatures have dropped. The wind has a chilly feel to it and there is the threat of rain more often. The clocks are about to change and then it…
A Change of Season
There has been an notable change in the temperature here in the UK but we are now able to enjoy the freshening breeze of the Autumnal season. We have seen the annual cricket match played on the Bramble Bank in the middle of the Solent signalling the end of the summer….
New Skills
Last week I was able to be on the receiving end of knowledge transfer. I joined The Magenta Project for a week of near perfect conditions sailing on a GC32 foiling catamaran. OC Sport kindly gave us access to a boat to help provide an opportunity for female sailors to…