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Steve Backshall
Adventurer, wildlife presenter and author
Popular talks
- Leadership
- Resilience
- Facing Fears
- Mindset
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Talks
Popular talks by Steve Backshall
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Leadership
Understanding how strong leadership involves confidence, adaptability and supporting others through challenges.
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Resilience
Examining the ability to recover from setbacks, adapt to difficulties and stay determined.
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Facing Fears
Exploring how confronting fears and stepping outside comfort zones can build confidence.
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Mindset
Understanding how attitude and perspective influence motivation, success and resilience.
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Wildlife & Conservation
Exploring the importance of protecting animals, ecosystems and biodiversity.
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Human Impact on Nature
Examining how climate change, habitat loss and human activity affect wildlife.
Biography
About Steve Backshall
Steve Backshall is a BAFTA-winning wildlife presenter, author and conservationist who inspires audiences with his adventurous storytelling, environmental insight, and passion for the natural world.
Steve Backshall is a BAFTA award-winning wildlife expert, presenter and author, known for his deep knowledge of the natural world and his ability to communicate it with clarity, energy and passion. One of the UK’s most recognisable faces in natural history broadcasting, Steve has spent his career exploring some of the most remote and threatened environments on Earth, bringing audiences closer to wildlife through his acclaimed television work.
He has presented over 100 hours of children’s wildlife programming through the hugely popular Deadly 60 franchise, and more recently led Whale with Steve Backshall and Shark with Steve Backshall for Sky Nature, helping to shift perceptions around ocean wildlife. In 2022, he fronted BBC One’s Our Changing Planet, a landmark seven-year series tracking the world’s most fragile ecosystems and the efforts underway to protect them.
Steve’s new series, Expedition with Steve Backshall, has just launched on BBC Two, building on the success of his original Expedition series for UKTV and accompanying book. Each episode showcases Steve’s trademark curiosity, resilience and respect for nature, as he ventures into uncharted territory in search of new discoveries.
Away from the screen, Steve is the author of 13 books, including Wildlings: How to Raise Your Family in Nature, co-written with his wife, Olympic gold medallist Helen Glover. The book offers a practical, family-focused guide to enjoying the outdoors and connecting with nature.
Steve is also a passionate advocate for conservation and outdoor learning. He is an ambassador for The Scouts, Movember, and the Sky Zero environmental campaign, as well as a ‘Get Outside’ champion for Ordnance Survey. In recognition of his work, he was awarded an MBE in 2019 and is an Honorary Lecturer at Bangor University.
Whether speaking at corporate events, international conferences, science festivals or trade shows, Steve engages audiences with key themes such as achieving success, personal growth, motivation and sustainability. His natural warmth, enthusiasm and authority leave people inspired and energised – with a renewed sense of purpose and connection to the world around them.
How to book Steve Backshall
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Steve Backshall for a keynote speech?
You can book Steve Backshall through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Steve's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Steve Backshall's speaking fees?
Steve Backshall'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 Steve tailored to your event.
What topics does Steve Backshall speak about?
Steve Backshall speaks on Adventurer, Authors, Climate, Motivation, Sustainability. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Steve to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Steve Backshall available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Steve Backshall for events worldwide, subject to Steve'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 Steve Backshall 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 Steve Backshall 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 Steve Backshall?
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 Steve can accommodate.
Can Steve Backshall tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Steve Backshall 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 Steve can offer.
What languages does Steve Backshall present in?
Steve Backshall 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 Steve Backshall a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Steve Backshall's areas of expertise include Adventurer, Authors, Climate, Motivation, Sustainability. To get a clear sense of Steve'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 Steve Backshall speak at?
Steve Backshall can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Adventurer, Authors, Climate, Motivation, Sustainability is relevant. Details of Steve'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 Steve Backshall 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 Steve Backshall is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Steve Backshall?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Steve Backshall, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Steve's current availability for your dates.
