Our Story
Our Vision
What’s an expedition to you?
To us, it’s an adventure with intention. Every expedition has a purpose. The most rewarding journeys involve a challenge to overcome - something to discover, a goal to pursue, or a chance to make an impact. It has been my dream for nearly a decade now to start a collective of like-minded people who feel a drive to get out into the world and explore what's still out there to be seen. As an avid traveler, I found that my best trips were the trips where I had a specific goal in mind or an intention behind them.
At Expedition Nexus, we want to inspire those seeking a similar challenge by providing the opportunity to pursue their passion with the means to take action. With a growing network of global professionals, we aim to empower local communities through the guidance of their regional expertise.
Our Expertise
At Expedition Nexus, our expertise is forged in real-world expeditions and leadership. I’m Mike Lodge, founder and former Marine Sergeant, with a career spanning high-stakes missions in the Philippines and Middle East, camel treks across the Sahara, Amazon jungle explorations, and climbs in the Andes, Atlas, Rocky, and Pyrenees Mountains. I’ve driven Patagonia’s Ruta 40, studied ancient ruins in the American Southwest, and conducted Midwest river research.
This hands-on experience shapes our platform, a trusted hub connecting explorers, scientists, and innovators. Whether your mission involves research, conservation, or bold adventure, we link you with a proven network of seasoned guides, researchers, and funders to launch your project with confidence.
Who we're looking for
Expedition Nexus is for the restless—those who’d rather chase a challenge than let it gather dust. We’re after scientists with sharp minds and real questions, the kind who’ll pitch a mission to dig into uncharted science—biology, physics, whatever’s out there waiting.