Nigel King

Nigel King is a British professional yachtsman and has competed in several Volvo Ocean Races, the Jules Verne Trophy, Olympic trials and many classic yacht races around the world. He has sailed with some of the leading names in the sport including Ellen MacArthur, Mike Golding and Paul Cayard. Born in Walthamstow, east London, King’s first job was setting out the market stalls.

King is currently embarking on a challenge for the Solitare du Figaro 2007, and is building a campaign for the 2008/2009 Vendee Globe solo round the world race.

King acts as a coach and mentor to the Volvo RYA Keelboat Programme, which trains Britain’s young talented sailors. In addition, he is a passionate and powerful motivational speaker for both large and small groups, as well as having run successful leadership and business improvement programmes.

King and his wife live in Lymington, Hampshire.

References

Nigel King Preparing for the Solitaire - http://www.sail-world.com/uk/index.cfm?nid=32320&rid=3 - Sail-World April 2007

External links

Nigel King Yachting Official Web Site http://www.nigelkingyachting.com

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