Karl Staniford

Senior Performance Consultant

Karl Staniford

Karl is a resilient professional with 18 years of experience across several industries. He was a team member for the first Expedition Limitless trip to the Arctic, where he completed the 110km unsupported expedition, raising £67,000 for the charity Isle Listen. Karl also completed a kayak circumnavigation of the Isle of Man, raising funds in memory of his brother. He leads the 7 Pillars of Resilience Campaign, promoting awareness through storytelling. Recognised with the Hero of Mann Legacy Award (2024) and nominated for a Team Award at the Awards for Excellence (2023), he continues to inspire action.

With a growth mindset, Karl practices daily Kriya yoga and holds certifications in NLP and Hypnosis, which enhance his discipline and communication skills. A former football captain and league winner, he brings leadership to every challenge. As a compelling public speaker, Karl has delivered talks on suicide prevention at the Baton of Hope Initiative, UCM, and to Members of Tynwald, empowering audiences with his commitment to meaningful impact.

It’s not about finding limits; it’s about discovering the philosophy of Limitless.