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BOBBY MELVILLE

Co-Founder

International Polo Player and winner of his class in the 2013 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge, Bobby dreamt up IGO whilst spending 48 days in a little boat rowing two hours on and two hours off with 3 friends. Bobby is passionate about giving true adventure to those who can’t disappear off the grid for three months.

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GEORGE Bullard

Partner

George Bullard is a world record-breaking explorer and endurance athlete. To date he has covered more than 2000 miles on foot in the polar regions and completed fourteen extraordinary expeditions around the world, guiding over 300 people. George is passionate about encouraging others to embark on their own adventures and confront the challenge of the ‘unthinkable’.

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JACO VAN GASS

Ambassador

One of the most incredible guys you’ll ever meet, Jaco was blown up by an RPG whilst serving in Afghanistan. He lost his left arm at the elbow, had a collapsed left lung, extensive shrapnel wounds and severely punctured internal organs. Jaco had 11 operations and intense rehabilitation. Since, he’s completed marathons all over the world, went to the North Pole unsupported with HRH Prince Harry, won double gold at the Invictus Games and is on Team GB set to cycle at Rio 2016. The man’s a machine and a huge inspiration to all involved in IGO.

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JEN BROWN

Marketing Director

Jen is a key part of your IGO journey. A brilliant co-ordinator and communicator; Jen achieved an excellent degree from Durham University before spending two years leading up an extreme fitness company in Kenya. Jen is the voice at the end of the phone when you’re wondering just how many base layers to pack and the arm round the shoulder when you’re wondering what the hell you’ve let yourself in for.

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JOHNNY FENN

Photographer

After 20 years as a distinguished Army Officer with the Gurkhas, with whom he served in the likes of Bosnia, the Falklands, East Timor, Iraq and West Africa, Johnny, much to our delight, returned to his first love: photography. He is now the photographer for the British Exploring Society and has established his own company with clients ranging from Coca Cola to some of the most elite private security companies in the world. We are looking forward to Johnny capturing all the highs and lows of the challenges.

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NICK SMITH

Charity

Nick is an expert in the sport and charity sectors, specialising in corporate social responsibility, fundraising, events and brand communications. Following 5 years in telecommunications and a career break in Central America he decided to transfer his skills to the third sector where he has enjoyed various roles as a challenge participant, fundraiser, national director, trustee and consultant. His experience ranges across various types, sizes and causes of charity including The Prince’s Trust, The University of Cambridge, Right To Play UK and Red Balloon.