Nick Cooke-Priest has an extraordinary talent of running complex organisations in fast moving and challenging scenarios. At 49, Nick Cooke-Priest took command of his fourth major warship, the largest warship in Europe and the most advanced aircraft carrier in the world, HMS Queen Elizabeth. Such an appointment would only go... Read more
Nick Cooke-Priest has an extraordinary talent of running complex organisations in fast moving and challenging scenarios. At 49, Nick Cooke-Priest took command of his fourth major warship, the largest warship in Europe and the most advanced aircraft carrier in the world, HMS Queen Elizabeth. Such an appointment would only go to the Navy’s most capable and operationally experienced officers.
The challenges and pressures of commanding the most valuable asset in the Royal Navy’s history and her 1300 crew, jets and helicopters, is considerable. Not only was Cooke-Priest responsible for the myriad of day-to-day activity in a 65,000 ton warship travelling at 30 knots, conducting inherently dangerous and concurrent operations, he also prepared his crew to take on the next layer of difficulty, that of managing fast-paced combat operations, at the same time responding to the pressure and scrutiny of the highest levels of command in the Navy and Government, all against bar taut timelines.
For 30 years Nick Cooke-Priest has been tested in delivering robust plans and operational success across multiple developing scenarios whilst always mindful of a bigger strategic picture; providing those under his command with a fine balance of direction and autonomy to carry out each task, and clear precise decision making is at the core of his output. Like those in the rapidly changing commercial world, his training and experience has enabled him to understand how the very latest technology can be employed to better achieve his objectives.
From counter-piracy, terrorist and narcotics operations and facing down Iranians in the heat of the middle-east, to the cold mountainous seas of the southern ocean and Antarctica, disaster relief operations on stricken Caribbean islands to migrant rescues on a biblical scale in the Mediterranean and combat operations in Libya, Cooke-Priest has seen and led the full spectrum of maritime operational activity.
Nick Cooke-Priest provides a completely unique insight into an unknown world, where courage, commitment, trust and resilience provide the foundations for success and where a clear vision, strong and consistent leadership, resilient communications, emotional intelligence and adaptable management are the key enablers. His experiences and expertise are applicable to all in leadership and management positions.
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Nick Cooke-Priest'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 Nick tailored to your event.
Nick Cooke-Priest speaks on Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Security, Strategy. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Nick to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Nick Cooke-Priest for events worldwide, subject to Nick's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Nick Cooke-Priest is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
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 Nick can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Nick Cooke-Priest 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 Nick can offer.
Nick Cooke-Priest 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.
Nick Cooke-Priest's areas of expertise include Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Security, Strategy. To get a clear sense of Nick'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.
Nick Cooke-Priest can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Security, Strategy is relevant. Details of Nick'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.
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 Nick Cooke-Priest is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Nick Cooke-Priest, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Nick's current availability for your dates.