Blue Earth Summit

Keri-anne Payne is a two-time Olympian and one of Britain's most successful open water swimmers. She is a two-time World Champion and an Olympic silver medalist from the 2008 Beijing Games, where she competed in the inaugural Olympic 10km open water marathon.

Following her retirement from elite competition, Keri-anne channeled her passion for swimming into coaching. She is the founder of Straight-Line Swimming, a business dedicated to helping swimmers of all abilities improve their technique and confidence in the water. She is also a passionate advocate for the mental health benefits of open water swimming, drawing on her own experiences to inspire others to embrace the challenges and rewards of the sport.