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Keynote SpeakerCaspar Berry

Specialist in the subjects of risk, decision making, innovation and leadership

Caspar started his working life at the age of 16 as an actor in the first two series of UK BBC drama Byker Grove with “Ant and Dec”. They went on to become two of the most famous people in the UK and Caspar went on to study economics at... Read more

Biography

Caspar started his working life at the age of 16 as an actor in the first two series of UK BBC drama Byker Grove with “Ant and Dec”. They went on to become two of the most famous people in the UK and Caspar went on to study economics at Cambridge where he had early commercial success directing award-winning short films and TV commercials from the age of 18. He went on to write two feature films which were produced by Film Four and Columbia Tri Star before he graduated. He did not get a very good degree.

He went on to write and direct in the film and television industry for much of the next four years before deciding that he was heading towards the age of 30 without having lived much of life outside of that crazy and unreal world. So aged 26, he decided to take a risk and move to Las Vegas with his life savings in his pocket.

Playing poker was disciplining, testing and demanding but also incredibly emotionally rewarding as he conquered the challenges it posed and made a living as a professional poker player at the tables of Las Vegas.

After three years, however, he decided that his future lay away from the poker table and he returned to the UK and set up Twenty First Century Media which he built to a team of 40 before selling to Bob Geldof’s Ten Alps plc.

At around this time, in 2005, the poker boom happened, and Caspar had already started speaking professionally so he moved to London to create a portfolio career as a trainer for the Mind Gym by day (delivering over 400 sessions to 100 companies) and a TV poker commentator by night (doing over 2000 hours of live broadcasting on poker channels and Sky Sports).In 2006 he was asked to be one of the two poker advisors on the James Bond movie “Casino Royale”, tasked with training the actors up to look like professional poker players for the key scenes.

In the last 21 years Caspar has delivered nearly 3,000 speeches and training sessions in more than 30 countries for nearly 500 organisations including Google, Visa, IBM, McDonalds, Coca Cola, Microsoft and the BBC.

"Brilliant, intelligent messages delivered with passion and knowledge. The best talk from an outside speaker I have ever seen." Jonathan Walsh, Corporate Marketing and Communication Director, Nestle
"Caspar's presentation stimulated a great deal of very productive discussion about all our attitudes to risk taking and really helped crystallise some of the critical decisions we need to make across the business. It helped us understand each other as individuals and will be talked about and referenced for a long time to come. We would highly recommend it to any executive team in business." Darren Blackhurst, Chief Merchandising Officer, ASDA Walmart
"Caspar is an inspirational speaker but does it with content and delivery that captures the imagination and challenges the audience to really think in a different way. His delivery is interactive, entertaining and very thought provoking and is fantastic for delivering a great session with a difference." Sian Doyle, Director of Retail, EE
“I thought the session was excellent.” Karl Trumper, Sales and Service Director, Barclays Bank plc
"Hearing Caspar speak is an illuminating experience for any individual or team who have achieved success but want to gain that little extra "edge". He offers great insight into the psychology of really successful people and I would unhesitatingly recommend him for any event." Lawrence Dallaglio, Rugby World Cup Winner
"A really fun and relevant afternoon which looks at business in a very different way. Caspar, your session was fantastic and the highlight of the day. Well done. The PayPal team is still talking about it." Geoff Iddison, CEO, PayPal

Popular Talks by Caspar Berry

  • Risk-taking and decision-making

    Using the metaphor of poker to explain how to make better decisions and embrace risk in order to achieve long-term goals.

  • Uncertainty and VUCA

    Providing tools to overcome the challenges of volatile, unpredictable, complex and ambiguous circumstances.

  • Leadership, culture and change

    Helping leaders and teams rewire culture to embrace risk, drive innovation, and adapt to change.

  • Courage, resilience and mindset

    Inspiring audiences to push past risk-aversion, build resilience, and persist when the going gets tough.

  • Intuition, psychology and behavioural biases

    Exploring how emotions, intuition, and subconscious biases influence decision-making.

  • Truth and lies

    A keynote on honesty and deception in business and life, built around the metaphor of bluffing in poker.

More talks

  • Poker team-building

How to book Caspar Berry as a keynote speaker

How do I book Caspar Berry for a keynote speech?

You can book Caspar Berry through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Caspar's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Caspar Berry's speaking fees?

Caspar Berry's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Caspar tailored to your event.

What topics does Caspar Berry speak about?

Caspar Berry speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Caspar to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Caspar Berry available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Caspar Berry for events worldwide, subject to Caspar's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Caspar Berry deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Caspar Berry is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Caspar Berry?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Caspar can accommodate.

Can Caspar Berry tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Caspar Berry on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Caspar can offer.

What languages does Caspar Berry present in?

Caspar Berry delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Caspar Berry a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Caspar Berry's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Caspar's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Caspar Berry speak at?

Caspar Berry can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Caspar's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Caspar Berry offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Caspar Berry is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Caspar Berry?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Caspar Berry, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Caspar's current availability for your dates.