Chris Parry runs his own strategic forecasting and trouble-shooting company, advising governments, leading commercial companies and financial institutions about geo-political and strategic developments, all aspects of future human activity and systemic risk. He is also an internationally recognised authority on Russia, China, Iran and the Greater Middle East. With a... Read more
Chris Parry runs his own strategic forecasting and trouble-shooting company, advising governments, leading commercial companies and financial institutions about geo-political and strategic developments, all aspects of future human activity and systemic risk. He is also an internationally recognised authority on Russia, China, Iran and the Greater Middle East. With a doctorate in organisational and behavioural psychology, Chris teaches strategic leadership, senior and elite psychology and how to thrive in conditions of change and uncertainty, both at universities (in the UK and abroad) and within corporates. An active author, his most recent book is ‘Super Highway: Sea Power in the 21st Century’.
Previously, after reading Modern History at Jesus College Oxford, Chris spent 36 enjoyable, rewarding years in the Royal Navy as an aviator and warfare officer. He commanded two destroyers, an amphibious assault ship, the UK’s Amphibious Task Group and the Maritime Warfare Centre. He also held three senior Joint and UK Ministry of Defence strategy and policy appointments. As well as sailing every sea, he experienced regular operational tours and combat operations in Northern Ireland, the Gulf and The Falklands, where he disabled an enemy submarine and rescued 16 SAS troopers from a glacier during a hurricane. His best-selling Falklands’ war diary was published by Viking Penguin as ‘Down South’.
You can book Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Rear Admiral Dr. Chris's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry'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 Rear Admiral Dr. Chris tailored to your event.
Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry speaks on Future, Future & Technology, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Leadership. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Rear Admiral Dr. Chris to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry for events worldwide, subject to Rear Admiral Dr. Chris's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
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 Rear Admiral Dr. Chris can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry 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 Rear Admiral Dr. Chris can offer.
Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry 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.
Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry's areas of expertise include Future, Future & Technology, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Leadership. To get a clear sense of Rear Admiral Dr. Chris'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.
Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Future, Future & Technology, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Leadership is relevant. Details of Rear Admiral Dr. Chris'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.
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 Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Rear Admiral Dr. Chris's current availability for your dates.