Ben Owen

Star of 'Hunted', Ex-British Intelligence Officer & Cyber Security Expert

Speaker fees:

In-person: £1k-£3k
Virtual: £1k-£3k

Topics:

Cyber security
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Living in a digital world
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Security and risk

Ben Owen, a former British Intelligence Officer and internationally recognised expert in surveillance and covert operations, is a powerful keynote speaker known for his dynamic and insightful presentations.

With over 23 years of experience in cyber security, covert operations, and high-stakes leadership, Ben Owens brings unparalleled expertise and authority to the stage.

Audiences worldwide know Ben as ‘The Boss’ on Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated show Hunted, a flagship series in the UK now also featuring celebrity and U.S. versions. His work on Hunted has taken him to Australia and the U.S., solidifying his reputation as an expert in intelligence and manhunts. His journey began at just 19, serving as a sniper in the British military during Gulf War II, where he developed resilience and skills in handling high-pressure environments and complex security challenges.

Ben’s keynote sessions cover critical topics for today’s organisations, including digital security, resilience, and leadership under pressure. His engaging storytelling, real-world insights, and ability to demystify complex topics make him the ideal speaker for corporate events, conferences, and professional gatherings. Ben customises his content to suit diverse audiences, ensuring every talk is impactful and relevant.

As a top motivational speaker in the UK, Ben stands out for his real-life stories and actionable advice. His experiences in the military and intelligence services, combined with his role on Hunted, connect well with corporate teams, focusing on building resilience, encouraging adaptability, and empowering individuals to overcome challenges.

Ben’s engaging storytelling breaks down complex concepts into memorable lessons, making topics like resilience, leadership, and cyber security relatable and easier to understand. His talks are designed to motivate and instill lasting change, providing audiences with practical, actionable takeaways. By focusing on resilience, adaptability, and strategic thinking, Ben helps attendees leave equipped with useful tools for their work and personal lives. His presentations are a valuable investment for any corporate or industry event, inspiring, educating, and empowering participants to navigate today’s security landscape and lead with confidence.

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Featured topics include

The Risks Posed by Disgruntled Employees, Unvetted Contractors & and Corporate Spies.

In today’s hyper connected world, cybersecurity threats are often portrayed as external forces hackers, ransomware gangs, and other cybercriminals lurking outside company walls. While these external threats are real, many businesses overlook a danger that is much closer to home: insider threats. Whether it’s a disgruntled employee, an unvetted contractor, or a corporate spy, insiders can cause catastrophic damage from within the organisation. These threats are not only harder to detect but often pose greater risks due to their intimate knowledge of a company’s systems, data, and processes.

Lessons on resilience and decision-making from military and intelligence experiences.
Ben’s experience in covert operations gives him a special view on leadership. He offers important insights for business leaders.

Techniques for effective response in high-risk situations.

Building unified teams driven by purpose and trust.

Danni Brooke and Ben Owen are partners in life and in business. Given their previous careers in deep undercover roles and working at the height of national security, they are often coined as the real life ‘Mr & Mrs. Smith’.

Their talks are engaging, inspirational and informative. They talk about their previous careers and how their knowledge and experience is now used to keep their clients safe online in the ever increasing digitally complex world we now live in.

What people say

We didn’t think a virtual talk would be as engaging, Wow – we were wrong! Top class
Literally blown away with how Ben demonstrated how vulnerable we are on the web

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