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Frank Fumich: Mountain Man

Frank Fumich: Mountain Man

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Chambers College alumnus Frank Fumich no longer lives in West Virginia, but he’s still called to the mountains – specifically, Mount Everest. 

Fumich plans to summit Mount Everest as part of the Explorer’s Grand Slam, an adventuring challenge that’s already taken him to the other six highest peaks in the world as well as the North and South Poles. He anticipates completing the Explorer’s Grand Slam in 2026, which will make him only the 18th person in history to do so. 

Fumich may be close to the finish line, but he’s not slowing down. 

“For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to push myself to see what I’m capable of,” Fumich said. “That philosophy has proven key to my athletic pursuits as well as my business accomplishments. You never learn anything about yourself by sitting on the couch!”

Read more about Frank Fumich's achievements.

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