About
A passionate and professional leader
Louise McEvoy stands out as a rare Mount Everest summiteer who reached the summit without sponsorship, showcasing an extraordinary level of dedication. Her rigorous training, achieved while balancing a full-time career and global travel, speaks volumes about her commitment and resilience.
In her role as The Climbing Executive, Louise offers more than just inspiration. Her presentations provide a strategic roadmap for success, blending riveting mountaineering experiences with actionable business insights. And since Louise continues to climb the world’s highest peaks while managing a challenging career, her stories remain relevant and fresh.
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BIO
Louise McEvoy is a renowned motivational speaker and a high-impact leader. As the VP of U.S. Channel at a multi-billion-dollar corporation, Louise combines her extensive business experience with a remarkable personal journey of adventure and achievement.
Louise’s defining moment came in 2018 when she reached the summit of Mount Everest on her first try, fulfilling a lifelong dream and gaining profound leadership insights along the way.
Her Everest expedition was not just a personal triumph, but a deep source of lessons that she integrates into her work and speaking engagements. Louise’s passion for empowering others is evident in her work co-guiding women on their first ‘14er’—mountains over 14,000 feet—merging her love for climbing with her commitment to personal development.
Louise has addressed close to 100 groups and organizations across seven countries, using her unique perspective to motivate and inspire audiences. Her exceptional ability to link mountaineering challenges with leadership and success strategies makes her a compelling and influential speaker.
Summits and notable climbs
Kosciuszko
2228 m / 7310 ft
Summit
Vinson Massif
4892 m / 16050 ft
Summit
Pico de Orizaba
5636 m / 18491 ft
Summit
Everest
Nepal
8849 m / 29032 ft
Summit – First Attempt
Kala Patar
5644.5 m / 18519 ft
Summit
Island Peak
6189 m / 20305 ft
Summit
Chimborazo
6263 m / 20549 ft
Summit
Cotopaxi
5897 m / 19347 ft
Summit
Cumbre Rucu Pichincha
4696 m / 15413 ft
Summit
Matterhorn
4478 m / 14692 ft
Summit
Mont Blanc
4810 m / 18510 ft
Summit
Toubkal
4167 m / 13671 ft
Summit
Denali
6194 m / 20322 ft
First Attempt
Aconcagua
6961 m / 22838 ft
Summit
Elbrus
5642 m / 18510 ft
Summit
Rainier
USA
4394 m / 14417 ft
Summit
Rainier
4394 m / 14417 ft
First Attempt
Kilimanjaro
5895 m / 19340 ft
Summit
Kala Patar
5644.5 m / 18519 ft
Summit
Everest Base Camp
Nepal
8849 m / 29032 ft
Base Camp
Weekend training
Summits of
Mount Baldy
Annual summits of San Gorgonio
14ers – some numerous times
# of women led on their first 14er
What is a 14er?
A “fourteener” or “14er” is a term to describe a mountain that is over 14,000 feet. U.S. states with 14ers include Alaska, California, Colorado, and Washington.