Scott Walker is a highly sought-after motivational speaker renowned for his extraordinary experience in crisis negotiation, decision-making under pressure, and leadership in high-stakes environments. Drawing on a career shaped by some of the world’s most challenging and volatile scenarios, Scott delivers powerful, practical insights to business leaders, teams, and organisations. He is regularly hired to help audiences develop the skills to lead with clarity, negotiate effectively, and stay composed during times of uncertainty and complexity.
Scott’s early career began in the Metropolitan Police, where he served for over a decade as a Detective Inspector, specialising in terrorism, organised crime, covert operations, and kidnappings. His expertise was further sharpened through his time in the Intelligence Corps of the British Army and later as a Senior Counter-Terrorism Advisor for the United Nations, where he worked with international partners to combat threats posed by foreign terrorist fighters. These formative roles laid the foundation for his deep understanding of human behaviour, high-stakes communication, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
In recent years, Scott has built an impressive portfolio of accomplishments in the private sector. In 2021, he founded Scott Walker Coaching Ltd, offering consultancy and coaching in crisis management and negotiation. He went on to establish Red Centre Global Ltd in 2025, a leading firm delivering world-class negotiation training and conflict resolution solutions. His published works, including “Order Out of Chaos” and “Eye of the Storm”, have positioned him as a thought leader in the fields of influence, persuasion, and decision-making. His insights have been featured in major publications such as Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and The New York Times.
Organisations choose Scott not only for his compelling stories and first-hand experience in life-threatening situations but also for his unique ability to translate those lessons into actionable strategies for business success. His work empowers leaders and teams to navigate pressure with poise, influence with integrity, and lead decisively when the stakes are highest. With a commanding presence and deep psychological insight, Scott helps audiences develop the mindset and skills to thrive in even the most challenging environments.
