Paul Marklew

Job Title:
Senior Key Account Manager

Why do you want to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
I love opportunities for personal development and opportunities like this don’t come up very often! It’s a great chance to push my physical and mental limits and form strong bonds with colleagues that I wouldn’t be able to otherwise, all while having a positive impact on some of the world’s most vulnerable children – why wouldn’t I?!

What do you think will be your biggest challenge?
My physical fitness is going to be my biggest challenge. I don’t currently live a very active lifestyle, but I’m hoping the motivation of this challenge will give me the kick I need to make some lifestyle changes.

How are you planning to raise money for UNICEF?
Primarily through social media and business contacts. I’m pretty sure people will pay good money to listen to me moan about my diet and getting fit! Depending on my fitness I’ll probably squeeze in a couple charity bike rides as well.

If there was going to be a team playlist for your Kili climb, what three songs would you choose?
Probably “Distant Past” by Everything Everything, “Feel Good Inc.” by Gorillaz and “Radioactive” by Imagine Dragons, they’ve got some fun beats to exercise to!

What luxury item are you planning to bring with you to Kilimanjaro?
My kindle for sure, need a good book to unwind after a days walk

What is your favourite chocolate bar?
Wispa every time!

Is there anything you are dreading about the Challenge?
Heights, hate them

What part of the Challenge are you looking forward to most?
The view from the top and the sense of achievement.