Ed has nearly 40 years of experience leading and delivering high value outcomes in extremely challenging environments, both commercially and in the military. He is a Senior Independent Advisor to the licensee Board of EDF Energy Generation, the operating company for UK’s nuclear industry, to Northcourt, the Nuclear Risk Specialists... Read more
Ed has nearly 40 years of experience leading and delivering high value outcomes in extremely challenging environments, both commercially and in the military. He is a Senior Independent Advisor to the licensee Board of EDF Energy Generation, the operating company for UK’s nuclear industry, to Northcourt, the Nuclear Risk Specialists and is also a Senior Advisor and co-builder with Gallos Technologies which invests in security technology companies.
He has been part of the leadership team that built two successful small businesses and spent 7 years as Chief Resilience Officer at Pool Re, the Government backed terrorism reinsurance scheme. He was privileged to command 22 SAS over 9/11 and led British forces in Afghanistan in 2001 and 2006. He has comprehensive experience of managing and dealing with all types of intelligence, political and malicious risks, confrontation analysis, complex project management, business development and resource allocation.
By drawing on his extensive experiences of dealing with uncertainty and crises, he is able to help senior leadership teams and board members cope with the multitude of challenges that face decision makers in these unprecedented times. He has an Honours degree in Politics and International Relations from Exeter University and an MA in Military Technology and Defence Studies from Cranfield University. Ed has been formally recognised by Her Majesty’s Government on six occasions for his service to the nation.
You can book Ed Butler through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Ed's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Ed Butler'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 Ed tailored to your event.
Ed Butler speaks on Business & Management, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Ed to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Ed Butler for events worldwide, subject to Ed'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 Ed Butler 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 Ed can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Ed Butler 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 Ed can offer.
Ed Butler 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.
Ed Butler's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. To get a clear sense of Ed'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.
Ed Butler can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork is relevant. Details of Ed'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 Ed Butler 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 Ed Butler, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Ed's current availability for your dates.