THE VISION
Main Purpose
At Zenventures, we craft cinematic journeys that merge extreme adventure with urgent environmental storytelling. Each of our projects—whether soaring on the jet stream, climbing uncharted peaks, navigating the world’s great lakes, or crossing Africa without fossil fuels—captures a frontier where human ambition meets the planet’s fight for survival.
What sets us apart is our ability to film in the wild, without compromise, creating authentic and visually powerful time-documents that resonate far beyond the screen.
Our expeditions are not just stories of exploration, but living chronicles of a world in transformation, crafted for audiences who seek both inspiration and truth.
Driven by passion and guided by technology, Marc, Claudio and Martin share a fascination for the ambitious goals we can achieve when we harness the forces of nature.
Together with producer Eileen, we combine our passion for innovation and adventure to stage extraordinary energies with extraordinary events.
Our Why
We are committed to ensuring that future generations worldwide can thrive on an energy self-sufficient and healthy planet.
This vision drives us to dedicate our full energy and passion to this cause.
Marc Hauser, Co-Founder, Zenventures
Marc is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and pioneer. He made history in CHASING THE JET STREAM by becoming the first person to skydive inside the Jet Stream. This groundbreaking achievement inspired him to undertake additional projects aimed at raising awareness about innovative and sustainable clean energy solutions.
Now, with CHASING THE FLOW, Marc and his team embark on a new record-setting adventure.
Marc is not only a powerful motivator for his team but also a master at uncovering unique, gold-nugget adventure ideas. He stays at the forefront of the latest developments in cutting-edge technology. As a motivational keynote speaker and co-founder of ZENVENTURES films, Marc has a remarkable talent for telling captivating stories that inspire and energise audiences worldwide.
ZENVENTURES
FOUNDERS & OWNERS
Marc Hauser
Claudio von Planta
Claudio von Planta, Co-Founder, Zenventures
Claudio von Planta is an Emmy-nominated Swiss documentary cinematographer with over 40 years of experience filming conflicts, expeditions and pioneering engineering stories worldwide.
His award-winning career spans investigative journalism and cinematic adventure storytelling, earning accolades including an Emmy nomination for SURVIVING SUDAN, two One World Media Awards, and a Rory Peck Award commendation.
Since 2004, he has been principal Director of Photography on all four LONG WAY series with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman, culminating in a personal 2026 Daytime Emmy nomination for LONG WAY HOME.
More recently, Claudio has documented record-breaking renewable-energy expeditions, including LA CROISIÈRE VERTE/ CHASING THE SUN. His films seek authentic stories that inspire audiences by celebrating the people building a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.
Martin Blom
Martin Blom, Co-Founder, Zenventures
Martin is a Corporate Finance expert with over 30 years' experience. Captivated by the ZENVENTURES spirit for pioneering and appetite for innovation, he quickly joined the team to help actualise ideas by approaching them with fine tuned detail, practised methods and controlled budgets.
Martin has broad management and leadership experience in international companies and SMEs, both as member of the Executive Team and a member of Board of Directors. With his background as a CPA and multi-year CFO, Martin is perfectly suited to implement system and structure in the finances and operation of ZENVENTURES.
Eileen Horowitz
Eileen Horowitz is producing CHASING THE FLOW via her boutique collaborative Ecocentric
Eileen is an activist. A storyteller. A connector. A cultural translator. A longtime marketer and producer. She believes that we can all do better and still do great business. Act with grace. Eileen’s Ecocentric is a location-independent collaborative for projects that innovate, entertain, disrupt and change.
Frank is our networker
For his original job, Frank is a procurement consultant, focussing on introducing technology and innovation in the procurement function of large companies. This same attitude of looking for innovation and technology he applies to his thirst for adventure and sustainability.
By combining sustainability and adventure, Frank organised a new, sustainable race around the world.
Frank Manders