Women on the Highest Peaks: An Evening with Shailee Basnet

What does it take to climb the highest mountain on every continent—and make history along the way? Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with Shailee Basnet, renowned Nepali mountaineer, adventurer, and leader of the historic Seven Summits Women Team. In 2008, Shailee was one of ten Nepali women who made history by summiting Mount Everest together. She went on to coordinate the Seven Summits Women Team as they became the first all-female team in the world to climb the highest peak on every continent. But this is about much more than mountains. Through breathtaking stories from the Himalayas and around the world, Shailee shares hard-earned lessons about courage, leadership, teamwork, resilience, and the power of diversity. Her journey began at a time when sports and mountaineering were far from traditional paths for women in Nepal and her team faced skepticism, daunting risks, and enormous obstacles before proving just how powerful a shared vision can be. A former journalist, internationally sought-after speaker, and stand-up comedian, Shailee brings warmth, humor, and extraordinary storytelling to the stage. She will take audiences on a journey from the highest peaks on Earth to the challenges we all face when pursuing ambitious goals, building strong teams, and finding the courage to take the next step. Now based in Denver, Shailee continues to inspire new generations of women and leaders while supporting programs that create opportunities and sustainable careers for young women in Nepal. Come hear the remarkable true story of a woman who helped change what was possible and discover why sometimes the most extraordinary journeys begin with one small step.