Kay Cottee, AO

First female solo circumnavigation of the globe

In just 189 days Kay Cottee sailed home to victory after circumnavigating the globe on a solo voyage that earned her the honour of being the first woman to do so. Kay overcame challenges and formidable odds on the 22,000 nautical mile journey, including whales, icebergs and breaking seas. Kay’s determination, motivation and skill ensured her survival and these qualities form the backbone of her inspirational presentation.