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Keynote SpeakerGordon Buchanan

Award-winning wildlife cameraman, presenter and public speaker.

After twenty years filming wild and wonderful creatures in remote areas of the planet, Gordon Buchanan has a reputation for relishing dangerous and tough assignments. He has taken part in challenging expeditions and adventures around the globe including South America, Asia, Africa, Papua New Guinea, Russia and Alaska, always with... Read more

Popular Talks by Gordon Buchanan

  • The Power of Storytelling: Bringing Wildlife to Life
  • Conservation Through Film: Raising Awareness for Our Planet's Future
  • Into the Wild: Lessons Learned from the World’s Most Remote Places
  • Wildlife Filmmaking: Challenges, Triumphs, and the Art of Patience
  • Connecting People with Nature: The Role of Wildlife Documentary
  • In the Hide: How the Natural World Saved My Life

Biography

After twenty years filming wild and wonderful creatures in remote areas of the planet, Gordon Buchanan has a reputation for relishing dangerous and tough assignments. He has taken part in challenging expeditions and adventures around the globe including South America, Asia, Africa, Papua New Guinea, Russia and Alaska, always with a view to raising awareness of the fragility of the world’s endangered species and habitats.

Buchanan’s recent productions include The Snow Wolf Family & Me, the highly acclaimed BBC Two series The Polar Bear Family & Me and The Bear Family & Me, for which he received a Royal Television Society award for his presenting work. He has also recently featured as a guest presenter on BBC Two’s Winterwatch, the countryside series with which he has had a long association, both in front of and behind the camera.

Notable among his recent TV credits are Wild Burma, The Dark: Nature’s Nighttime World, Land of the Lost Wolves, Lost Land of the Tiger, Lost Land of the Volcano and Lost Land of the Jaguar. Gordon Buchanan has also contributed to numerous award-winning BBC, Discovery and National Geographic wildlife programmes and documentaries, resulting in an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Stirling in recognition of his outstanding services to conservation and wildlife film-making. He has also won the Glenfiddich Spirit of Scotland award in the environment category.

As a public speaker, Scottish born Gordon Buchanan is a spell-binding storyteller who can captivate an audience with his fund of wild and wonderful tales about the natural world, while at the same time educating and informing on topical issues.

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What clients say about Gordon Buchanan

"It was a brilliant session and got a great reception, the audience were really engaged and had more questions than we had time." Softcat Green Week
“Gordon’s talk was absolutely brilliant. Affable, knowledgeable, and funny, I can’t recommend him highly enough.” Dr Edward Tripp: Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Trading Ltd

How to book Gordon Buchanan as a keynote speaker

How do I book Gordon Buchanan for a keynote speech?

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

What are Gordon Buchanan's speaking fees?

Gordon Buchanan'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 Gordon tailored to your event.

What topics does Gordon Buchanan speak about?

Gordon Buchanan speaks on Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Innovation & Creativity, Mental Health, Performance, Wellbeing. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Gordon to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Gordon Buchanan available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Gordon Buchanan for events worldwide, subject to Gordon'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 Gordon Buchanan 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 Gordon Buchanan 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 Gordon Buchanan?

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 Gordon can accommodate.

Can Gordon Buchanan tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Gordon Buchanan 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 Gordon can offer.

What languages does Gordon Buchanan present in?

Gordon Buchanan delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. 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 Gordon Buchanan a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Gordon Buchanan's areas of expertise include Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Innovation & Creativity, Mental Health, Performance, Wellbeing. To get a clear sense of Gordon'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 Gordon Buchanan speak at?

Gordon Buchanan can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Celebrities, Arts & Culture, Innovation & Creativity, Mental Health, Performance, Wellbeing is relevant. Details of Gordon'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 Gordon Buchanan 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 Gordon Buchanan is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Gordon Buchanan?

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