John Peters came to the world’s attention
in January 1991, when his bruised and battered face flashed onto television screens around
the world. It was his disfigured image that became a potent symbol of
Saddam Hussein’s ruthless aggression. His dramatic and sometimes
harrowing experiences reach deep into our innermost minds, showing us how we can overcome
even our worst fears and nightmares. His war was not all as he expected
– it became a seven-week ordeal of torture and interrogation testing John Peters to
the absolute limit and bringing him close to death.
Speaking
John is an experienced speaker of international
repute. He was the sole reader representing the British Armed Forces at
the National Gulf Memorial Service, in front of Her Majesty, The Queen and presented the
Sir James Martin Lecture at the Royal Aeronautical Society in the presence of Prince
Philip. Furthermore, he followed Mr Nelson Mandela on stage in South
Africa and achieved a standing ovation! He has written two best-selling
books and the documentary, ‘Tornado Down’ was Independent Documentary of the
Year and a BAFTA Award Nominee. He has extensive international TV,
radio, PR and media experience. Since leaving the RAF in 2000, he has
been a business consultant and performance coach to business leaders.
John presents a roller coaster ride of a speech. He provides an
incredible descriptive insight of his experiences in Iraq. He is certainly not a there to
speak of doom and gloom. His innate sense of humour and superb timing ensures the
audiences sees the funny and lighter side of his experience. John is passionate, emotive
and challenging and is able to seamlessly and skillfully relate his experiences to current
business issues.
Speaking
Topics
Leadership;
Teamwork; Motivating; Inspiring; Responding to pressure; Dealing with change
What Clients
Say
“I have seen
some speakers in my time, but you are the first to provide a presentation that was truly
overwhelming. You came across as one of us, a real person and the way
you delivered your amazing story and experiences touched the whole audience, as the
content was relevant to every single person. It was powerful stuff and
I felt very privileged to have even been there. The Newspaper
Society
“John Peters
– what an inspiration! What I found most powerful was his totally
down to earth and dignified approach towards life threatening
experiences” AGFA
“Like probably all my
colleagues in the audience yesterday I was absolutely fascinated by your
appearance. Most leadership achievements I know of are dwarfed by yours
in adverse (it seems quite an insufficient term to the horrors you enjoyed)
conditions. I tried to convey my impression to my wife and three sons
when I got back to Gothenburg last night. I found myself unable to do
you justice but from my own account your appearance was one of the most rewarding moments
in a long time. Thank you”. Wilson
Logistics Holding AB
“You
gave us a truly inspirational presentation with such emotion, enthusiasm and
honesty”. Nrg Direct Mail
“The response to your talk
has been outstanding. The delegates were deeply moved by your
experiences and they have been left with a lasting impression of your bravery and
determination. Were it not for your own contribution, we could not have delivered such a
successful day – none of us will ever forget the story you had to tell and we all
feel immensely privileged to have met you”
RBS
“I am left with a lasting impression of John Peters, who
will remain in my memory as one of the most incredible and emotional speakers that I have
ever experienced and had the honour of hearing”. Walker
User Group
“There was no
one in the room that wasn't one minute moved to tears, the next gasping or
laughing. I know I was riveted throughout your
presentation. You have a great sense of humour as well as real
humility. It was a truly a memorable experience reach of us at the
event. Stanley
“I have never seen the officer cadets so obviously
captivated before: it is a feat in itself to keep them awake, but to maintain their
interest is almost unheard of! It is only the second time that I've
ever heard the cadets give such a prolonged ovation to a speaker at
Sandhurst” The Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst
“There is a definite buzz about
the whole division since the conference and I would thank you once again for creating that
and the motivation within our management structure”.
General Accident Property Services
“Your powerful and emotional
presentation provided a dramatic perspective to the Challenge of Change theme, warmly
received by the immediate audience reaction as you saw. Perhaps what
you have not been able to appreciate is the motivational impetus that it has inspired, and
for that we must thank you again” Lloyds Bowmaker
“As the highest scoring speaker
on the programme, John wowed the audience not only with the drama of the story, but also
with his humour and humanity. John is a very polished and skilful
speaker at the audience on the edge of their seats as he shared his experience has been
shot down over Iraqi in the Gulf War. Not only was John an excellent
presenter he was also an organiser’s dream in both his professionalism, his
flexibility and his genuine enthusiasm in mixing and mingling with the delegates after the
session. He happily spent time socialising with the delegates and
answering their many questions. I highly recommend John to any
audience. AMP Australia
