I worked with Vicks on the Global Row Project in 2011, which was a pleasure – trying to fund ‘the last great first’ isn’t easy – but we’ll get there. Vicks also helped me with my 2016 Iceland to Scotland kayak. Vicks works tirelessly and brings a new meaning to ‘hard work’ as well as being adaptable to working in difficult circumstances – her diligence, patience and work ethic are second to none – Vicks will be a great asset to any project or expedition.

Vicks’ passion for expeditions and adventures is evident in the lengths she will go to to make them happen, both for herself and others. You need gumption, robustness and ‘sticktoitiveness’ to make expeditions and dreams come alive – you will find Vicks has this in spades.