Jun 05 2009
Tim Smit
Founder of The Eden Project
Tim Smit is Chief Executive and co-founder of the Eden Project, in Cornwall. Eden began as a dream in 1995 and opened its doors to the public for an exhibition in 2000. The press dubbed it “the Eighth Wonder of the World.”
Tim is also on the Board of the Prince’s Trust Business Division, a member of the Cornwall Gardens Trust, and a Director of Kneehigh Theatre. He was also appointed Patron of the Urban Parks Forum.
“Great thinking comes from being liberated from the constraints of curriculum”
Eden is rated Number 4 in the paid for Visitor Attractions. To date more than 4 million people have walked through its gateway. It is most proud that it is changing people’s perception of the potential for the application of science and indeed, the public language of science as well as living up to its mission to play a massive part in local regeneration.[/expand]
The inspirational founder of the Eden project, Tim Smit is the man some call “The Richard Branson of Cornwall”. He shows audiences how he has achieved incredible success against all odds combining vision, inspirational leadership, great marketing and brilliant planning to create a unique experience.[/expand]
What our clients are saying
“Tim started our day perfectly. He was interesting, informative and entertaining and received very positive feedback-Global Energy Supplier”
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Topics
Inspirational Leadership
Entrepreneurial Spirit
The Eden Project
Innovation
The Environment
Publications
2001
Eden
2000
The Heligan Vegetable Bible
1998
Secrets Locked in Silence
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