Our Partners
Extreme Ascent Trek Pvt. Ltd. is a Nepal-based, locally owned and government-licensed mountaineering and trekking company renowned for its exceptional safety record, technical expertise, and extensive experience in providing expedition support across the Himalayas. With a highly skilled crew of guides — many with multiple 6,000 m and 8,000 m summits — they excel in adventure training, logistics, route preparation, high-altitude leadership, and rescue capability.
For our ascent of Lobuche East, the expedition will be led by Mingma Chhiri Sherpa, a certified NNMGA Guide and accomplished high-altitude mountaineer respected for his professionalism, mountaineering skill, and extensive Himalayan experience. Having a leader of Mingma’s calibre ensures that the climb is undertaken with the highest standards of safety, expertise, and respect for the mountain, further enhancing our commitment.
Extreme Ascent Trek’s partnership is central to the success of Climbing for Cancer, providing both the technical foundation and local knowledge necessary to make this journey possible.
OLOC Adventures is an Australian adventure training and leadership development company founded by renowned mountaineer and expedition leader Luke Richmond. Known for transformative outdoor experiences around the world, OLOC Adventures helps people build resilience, confidence, and capability through challenging treks and high-altitude expeditions.
Alongside his expedition support work, Luke operates Calibrate Training, a specialised performance and mindset coaching program that prepares individuals for demanding physical and mental challenges. His extensive mountaineering partnerships — including expeditions across the Himalayas, the Seven Summits, and remote wilderness regions — position him as one of Australia’s most respected adventure mentors.
For the Climbing for Cancer expedition, Luke is mentoring and training James throughout the lead-up to the April 2026 summit attempt of Lobuche East. Through Calibrate Training, Luke is guiding James’ physical preparation, strength and endurance development, altitude conditioning, and the mental resilience required for a 6,000-metre climb. His structured coaching and steady leadership have played a significant role in helping James grow as both a young climber and a person.
OLOC Adventures and Calibrate Training bring world-class expertise, motivation, and mentorship to this mission, and their support is a vital part of the Climbing for Cancer journey.
Compass & Summit Leadership Institute is a leadership development organization dedicated to helping individuals grow through adventure training, reflection, and purposeful action. Founded by Blake Repine, Compass & Summit delivers leadership programs, coaching, and experiential learning centered on one core principle: we reach our potential by knowing our direction and pursuing our highest peaks.
The Institute blends real-world executive experience with lessons learned in demanding environments — from military service to mountaineering partnerships — to help leaders strengthen their mindset, resilience, and impact. Its programs are designed to inspire clarity, courage, and character, making it a natural partner for the Climbing for Cancer mission.
Compass & Summit is providing expedition support through leadership mentoring and strategic guidance, ensuring that James’ journey — from training in Australia to standing on Lobuche East in April 2026 — is captured not only as a physical challenge but also as a powerful example of purpose-driven leadership. Their involvement helps connect the climb to its deeper message: that with vision, support, and determination, young people can take on extraordinary challenges and inspire others along the way.
Tunnel Bay Productions is a Tasmanian film and media company renowned for creating powerful, story-driven content that celebrates people, place, and purpose. Specialising in documentary filmmaking, environmental storytelling, and regional Australian narratives, Tunnel Bay Productions assembles a talented team of creatives adept at capturing authentic human experiences with cinematic depth.
With a focus on thoughtful storytelling and polished production, Tunnel Bay Productions works across a range of projects including short films and community-focused stories. Their work is known for its clarity, emotional depth, and attention to detail, helping organisations communicate their message in a meaningful and engaging way.