Shackleton
Max Thorpe has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Max is currently working as the Head of Development at Shackleton since May 2022. Prior to this, they founded and served as the Managing Director of Rogue Wave Scenarios Ltd starting from December 2020. From January 2019 to January 2020, Max worked as an Ocean Racing Skipper at Resilient:X. Max also has experience working at Freshminds as an Associate from January 2019 to December 2019 and as an Analyst from March 2018 to December 2018. Additionally, Max worked as an Ocean Racing Skipper at Team Tenzing from August 2015 to January 2018. Max also has experience as an Interim Analyst at Freshminds, where they undertook strategic project work for companies such as Bain & Company, McKinsey & Co., and Bulb Energy from August 2016 to November 2017. Max started their career as a Securities Intern at Kempen & Co from April 2017 to September 2017. Overall, Max Thorpe brings a diverse range of skills and experiences to their current role as Head of Development at Shackleton.
Max Thorpe attended Sevenoaks School from 2006 to 2011, where they obtained their International Baccalaureate Diploma. After graduating from Sevenoaks School, they enrolled at the University of Nottingham from 2013 to 2016, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics.
Shackleton
Inspired by polar titan Sir Ernest Shackleton and supported by his descendants, Britishbrand Shackleton designs and develops expedition-grade performance apparel and life-changing experiences to some of the world’s most extreme destinations.Shackleton parkas, down jackets, knitwear and accessories are co-designed by record-breaking explorers inthe UK and tested in Norway and Antarctica. Every product carries the brand’s signature values; high performance, ultimate build-quality, versatility and sustainability. The company works with some of Europe’s best manufacturers combining engineering quality with the levels of refinement found in the top luxury brands. Shackleton’s product pipeline will see the introduction of year-round expedition product and specialist ranges for Alpine and Ocean environments.In 2022, the centenary of Sir Ernest’s death, the brand launched the Shackleton Medal for the Protection of the Polar Regions, judged by prestigious academics and explorers.The brand supports adventurers and endurance athletes globally and has mounted record-breaking expeditions on land and sea. Shackleton’s staff are exemplars of Sir Ernest’s spirit - amongst the team are world record-holders from ocean rowing to polar exploration.Led by record-breaking polar explorers, Shackleton Challenges offers life-changing expedition experiences giving guests the opportunity to learn expedition craft and really test their mettle in the world’s epic landscapes. Meticulously planned, Shackleton Challenges set out to have a transformational impact on the lives of our guests. An expertly run preparedness journey develops guests’ physical, mental and emotional capabilities so that they can excel and enjoy their experience in the extremes to the full.