Bill Callaghan
Keynote Speaker: Serving Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London - also known as a Beefeater - and a former Sergeant Major in the British Army.
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Bill Callaghan Biography
Bill Callaghan is a Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London - also known as a Beefeater. He describes this role as "a stand up historian" - He was formerly a Sergeant Major in the Royal Army Medical Corps with 23 years military service. Rejected by the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and the Royal Air Force on academic grounds, Bill was readily accepted into the Army; an organisation that, in the late Seventies, viewed academic achievement with a deep suspicion. He enlisted into the Royal Army Medical Corps at the age of seventeen; excelled in basic military training and was graded 'above average' as a Nurse and Paramedic. He was quickly identified as an instructor and trainer in all these fields and quickly rose through the ranks, at one point being the youngest Sergeant in his Corps. His service took him all over the UK (including Northern Ireland) most of Europe, the Balkans and Scandinavia, quite a bit of the Middle East, some of East Africa and some remote islands in the South Atlantic. In addition to his medical duties Bill Callaghan has been trained and employed in Intelligence, Public Information and Psychological Operations. He has served with Guards, Infantry, Cavalry, Airborne, Commando and Special units. After an unpromising start academically, he obtained a BA hons in European History with diplomas in art and religious studies, from the OU, he also attended university courses for military studies in European, Middle Eastern and American Politics at Burwall's College Bristol and St Andrews University. Bill retired as the Army Medical Services Recruit Company's Sergeant Major; a unique post, at Lichfield in 2002 after twenty-three years of service. He was sworn in as "a Member of the Sovereign's Bodyguard, a Yeoman Warder of HM Tower of London, of the Yeoman of the Guard in Extraordinary" - better known as a Beefeater - in August 2002. A post he proudly holds to this day.
In his 'spare time', Bill volunteered as a Crewman on the RNLI's busiest lifeboat - Tower Lifeboat - on the River Thames in central London. Although no longer afloat he continues to fundraise for the RNLI. Bill describes himself as 'Single, living in a Castle, in central London, with parking.' To relax, in quiet moments he writes fairly awful poetry and pushes paint around canvas.
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Bill Callaghan Speaking Topics
Told in Bill Callaghan's inimitable style, his after dinner speech is a hilarious and unique take on history, based around his role as one of HM The Queen's Yeoman Warders and the theme of his presentation that ‘history is not what it was’; including fascinating insights about its famous — and infamous — inhabitants such as Henry VIII and William Wallace - as depicted in Mel Gibson’s Braveheart movie.
But be warned, nobody is safe from the former Sergeant Major's dry wit; Bill jovially lambasts everyone including the Scottish, Royal Marines and the French. Did you know that Henry VIII used a medieval equivalent of Internet dating to find one of his wives? Whether you’re a bit of a history buff, or can’t stand thinking about the past, Bill Callaghan will have you crying with laughter!
Bill Callaghan is also known for doing his research prior to each engagement and, where possible, adding bespoke material relevant to the client or their own industry.
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What topics does Bill Callaghan speak about?
Bill Callaghan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling and Comedian.
Where does Bill Callaghan travel from?
Bill Callaghan generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Bill Callaghan?
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Bill Callaghan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Storytelling and Comedian. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bill Callaghan for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Bill Callaghan generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Rowe, Kevin Shinick and Chris Rodell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bill Callaghan for an upcoming event.
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Bill Callaghan Speaking Topics
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“History Is Not What It Was”
Told in Bill Callaghan's inimitable style, his after dinner speech is a hilarious and unique take on history, based around his role as one of HM The Queen's Yeoman Warders and the theme of his presentation that ‘history is not what it was’; including fascinating insights about its famous — and infamous — inhabitants such as Henry VIII and William Wallace - as depicted in Mel Gibson’s Braveheart movie.
But be warned, nobody is safe from the former Sergeant Major's dry wit; Bill jovially lambasts everyone including the Scottish, Royal Marines and the French. Did you know that Henry VIII used a medieval equivalent of Internet dating to find one of his wives? Whether you’re a bit of a history buff, or can’t stand thinking about the past, Bill Callaghan will have you crying with laughter!
Bill Callaghan is also known for doing his research prior to each engagement and, where possible, adding bespoke material relevant to the client or their own industry.
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Bill Callaghan Reviews
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Bill Callaghan was excellent - the perfect choice for our event. I would be happy to book him again.
MD - XPD Office Supplies Limited - Apr 04 2017 -
Bill Callaghan was brilliant. He was very easy to talk to and he chatted to lots of the guests before the lunch. Bill had the room in stitches and kept everyone entertained. The feedback after the lunch was great - he was a very popular speaker.
Association of Business Recovery Professionals - Apr 04 2017 -
We've had Bill Callaghan as an after dinner speaker at a couple of our events now and we'd definitely book him again! He's easy to work with and is by far one of the most interesting and entertaining speakers out there!
Seventh Sense - Apr 04 2017
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How do I book Bill Callaghan to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bill Callaghan for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Bill Callaghan, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Bill Callaghan or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Bill Callaghan for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Bill Callaghan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bill Callaghan, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Bill Callaghan speak about?
Bill Callaghan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling and Comedian. -
Where does Bill Callaghan travel from?
Bill Callaghan generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Bill Callaghan?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bill Callaghan for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bill Callaghan for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bill Callaghan or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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