About Us
Our Mission is to foster creative, critical, and divergent thinking in young people. To develop emotionally intelligent and successful young leaders capable of adaptability and collaboration through a challenging outdoor program that will give them confidence, determination and leadership skills that will last a lifetime.
Who We Are
The Outdoor Leadership Institute (OLI) is a licensed US based non-profit led by professionals with substantial experience designing and facilitating experiential programming for young people in international settings. In addition, our personnel possess professional certifications in outdoor emergency response and outdoor technical skill proficiencies, as well as advanced degrees in the fields of education and outdoor education. This level of professionalism ensures that our participants are well taken care of when out in the field and the content delivered far exceeds expectations.
Why We Do This
We do this because we love the outdoors and want to share it with others. We want young people to become more connected to each other and more connected to our natural world. We’ve seen how conquering challenges and overcoming fears can give you a lifelong confidence that you can achieve anything. This is why we do what we do.
Leadership
Rhett Power
Board Chair and CEO
Best-Selling Author, Leadership Coach, Columnist at Forbes, Inc.
Hennie Marais
Chief Experience Officer
World Class Guide and Expedition Leader
Peter Marais
Chief Operations Officer
International Expert in Training and Risk Management
Terra Boone
Board Member
Expert in Tourism and Outdoor Programing
Patrick Boone
Board Member
Entrepreneur, Senior Advisor on Accounting and Finance
Darryl Beckerleg
Media & Marketing Advisor
Film Producer, Owner Visual Production Inc.
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