Surfing for Change
Kyle Thiermann, pro surfer, philanthropist, environmental activist, and entrepreneur, captivates the attention of environmental and social activists by offering simple daily decisions and choices that benefit local economies. His award-winning documentary series Surfing For Change uses short, digestible documentaries to highlight specific environmental and social issues and solutions.
Thiermann graduated from Gaia University with a Bachelor's of Science in Green Business with a focus in Media. He has been featured in media throughout the world, including Outside Magazine, Discovery Channel, and Surfer Magazine. He speaks frequently to to help spread the larger message and lessons of Surfing For Change. Kyle's journalistic and environmental work has earned him the Brower Youth Award, American Clean Skies Award, Blue Vision Youth Award, and Surfrider's Pro Surfer Environmental Achievement Award. (Photo credit: Ryan Chachi Craig)