Holly Budge
Keynote Speaker: Global Speaker on Risk & Leadership in High-Stakes Environments; First Woman to Skydive Mount Everest; Founder of World Female Ranger Week & How Many Elephants NGO
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Holly Budge Biography
Holly Budge is a world-class adventurer and multi award-winning social entrepreneur who inspires leaders to embrace calculated risk and strategic courage. She equips organizations to unlock high-stakes opportunities and drive transformative results.
Budge doesn’t just talk about risk, she lives it. As an Everest summiteer and the first woman to skydive Everest, her expertise is forged in the world's most extreme environments, from scaling icy slopes to racing 1,000km across Mongolia on horseback.
Crucially, Budge leveraged this pioneering spirit into global impact. She is the founder of the international NGO, How Many Elephants and the creator of World Female Ranger Week. Her conservation work, praised by Sir David Attenborough, has reached over 500 million people and raised over £500,000, supporting thousands of female rangers on the front lines around the world. Recognized globally at the Stevie® Awards as ‘Female Thought Leader of the Year’ and as a UN Women UK Delegate, her achievements are synonymous with measurable impact.
Sought after by organizations like J.P. Morgan, Shell, British Airways, and McKinsey, Budge delivers gripping, high-action keynotes. She provides the blueprint for leaders and teams to move from risk-averse to risk-ready, take bold action, and achieve their own Everest.
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Holly Budge Speaking Topics
Turning uncertainty into your competitive edge
In times of rapid change, one skill separates the bold from the burnt-out: the ability to take smart risks. The leaders and teams who win are those who act decisively under pressure and turn fear into focus.
In this fast-paced keynote, Holly Budge challenges the comfort culture that is holding many businesses back. Drawing on her own experiences - from summiting the north side of Everest, becoming the first woman to skydive Everest, to patrolling on the frontline with anti-poaching units in Africa - she unpacks what it really takes to make bold, calculated decisions when the stakes are high.
This talk isn’t about recklessness. It’s about redefining risk as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and personal leadership. Holly equips audiences with the tools to embrace uncertainty, build resilience, and take purposeful action, even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.
Key Takeaways:
- How to turn fear into forward motion when the pressure is on
- Why comfort kills innovation and how to stay bold in uncertainty
- A practical framework for taking smart, calculated risks
- The psychology of resilience and high-stakes decision-making
- How to cultivate a culture where bold thinking thrives
Target Audiences:
- Leadership & strategy teams navigating disruption or change
- Organizations looking to energize culture and spark innovation
- Sales, performance, and growth-focused teams
- Main-stage conferences seeking an inspiring & practical keynote
Redefining Leadership in a World That Won’t Slow Down
The rules of leadership are being rewritten. Leaders who thrive are not those with all the answers, but those brave enough to act when the path ahead is unclear.
In this thought-provoking keynote, Holly Budge exposes what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high, drawing on her experiences of leading teams on high-altitude expeditions to ambushing poachers on the frontline of conservation. She explores how courage, empathy, and calculated risk-taking can unite teams, fuel innovation, and build trust in the face of uncertainty.
This talk challenges leaders to think differently - to shift from control to connection, hierarchy to humanity, and comfort to growth - equipping them to lead with clarity and conviction in a rapidly changing world.
Key Takeaways:
- How to lead when there’s no playbook
- Turning high pressure into high performance
- Why courage, empathy & inclusion are the ultimate leadership edge
- How to create a culture that thrives through uncertainty & change
Target Audiences:
- Senior leaders, executives, and emerging leaders
- Organizations navigating transformation or high-stakes growth
- HR, DEI & ESG professionals shaping leadership cultures
The Conservation Risk Equation
Sustainability has become one of the most overused words in business, yet one of the least understood. Too often, it’s treated as a line item, a CSR box to tick, or a report to file. But what if we saw it for what it truly is: a leadership opportunity, a risk management strategy, and a growth driver?
In this powerful keynote, Holly challenges organizations to rethink conservation and climate responsibility as essential components of business resilience. Drawing from over a decade of front-line work protecting African elephants and supporting women-led conservation initiatives globally, she translates lived experiences into actionable insights for the boardroom.
Through compelling stories - ranging from working in conflict zones to participating in high-level policy conversations - Holly reveals how businesses that prioritize biodiversity and community impact aren’t just doing good; they’re future-proofing themselves. This isn’t about charity; it’s about foresight, innovation, and purpose-led decision-making that benefits people, planet, and profit alike. Audiences leave equipped with a new perspective on environmental risk - not as a problem to fix, but as an opportunity to lead differently and build enduring value.
Key Takeaways:
- How environmental risk directly shapes business resilience & reputation
- Why conservation & climate action are strategic investments
- How to integrate purpose & profit for long-term sustainability
- Practical examples of innovation driving measurable impact
Target Audiences:
- Boards, investors & senior leaders setting ESG strategy
- Corporates seeking to integrate sustainability with business
- Conferences focused on innovation & the future of business
How do I book Holly Budge to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge, 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 Holly Budge or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Holly Budge for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Holly Budge, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Holly Budge are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Holly Budge, 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 Holly Budge speak about?
Holly Budge is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Finance, Resilience, Adventure, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife, Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, ESG, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth and Mindset.
Where does Holly Budge travel from?
Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge 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.
Holly Budge is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Leadership, Finance and Resilience. The estimated speaking fee range to book Holly Budge for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Holly Budge 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 Natalie Kyriacou OAM, Mona Das and Pia Heidenmark Cook. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Holly Budge for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Holly Budge Speaking Topics
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The Risk Ready Mindset
Turning uncertainty into your competitive edge
In times of rapid change, one skill separates the bold from the burnt-out: the ability to take smart risks. The leaders and teams who win are those who act decisively under pressure and turn fear into focus.
In this fast-paced keynote, Holly Budge challenges the comfort culture that is holding many businesses back. Drawing on her own experiences - from summiting the north side of Everest, becoming the first woman to skydive Everest, to patrolling on the frontline with anti-poaching units in Africa - she unpacks what it really takes to make bold, calculated decisions when the stakes are high.
This talk isn’t about recklessness. It’s about redefining risk as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and personal leadership. Holly equips audiences with the tools to embrace uncertainty, build resilience, and take purposeful action, even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.
Key Takeaways:
- How to turn fear into forward motion when the pressure is on
- Why comfort kills innovation and how to stay bold in uncertainty
- A practical framework for taking smart, calculated risks
- The psychology of resilience and high-stakes decision-making
- How to cultivate a culture where bold thinking thrives
Target Audiences:
- Leadership & strategy teams navigating disruption or change
- Organizations looking to energize culture and spark innovation
- Sales, performance, and growth-focused teams
- Main-stage conferences seeking an inspiring & practical keynote
-
Leading Under Pressure
Redefining Leadership in a World That Won’t Slow Down
The rules of leadership are being rewritten. Leaders who thrive are not those with all the answers, but those brave enough to act when the path ahead is unclear.
In this thought-provoking keynote, Holly Budge exposes what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high, drawing on her experiences of leading teams on high-altitude expeditions to ambushing poachers on the frontline of conservation. She explores how courage, empathy, and calculated risk-taking can unite teams, fuel innovation, and build trust in the face of uncertainty.
This talk challenges leaders to think differently - to shift from control to connection, hierarchy to humanity, and comfort to growth - equipping them to lead with clarity and conviction in a rapidly changing world.
Key Takeaways:
- How to lead when there’s no playbook
- Turning high pressure into high performance
- Why courage, empathy & inclusion are the ultimate leadership edge
- How to create a culture that thrives through uncertainty & change
Target Audiences:
- Senior leaders, executives, and emerging leaders
- Organizations navigating transformation or high-stakes growth
- HR, DEI & ESG professionals shaping leadership cultures
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The Elephant in the Boardroom
The Conservation Risk Equation
Sustainability has become one of the most overused words in business, yet one of the least understood. Too often, it’s treated as a line item, a CSR box to tick, or a report to file. But what if we saw it for what it truly is: a leadership opportunity, a risk management strategy, and a growth driver?
In this powerful keynote, Holly challenges organizations to rethink conservation and climate responsibility as essential components of business resilience. Drawing from over a decade of front-line work protecting African elephants and supporting women-led conservation initiatives globally, she translates lived experiences into actionable insights for the boardroom.
Through compelling stories - ranging from working in conflict zones to participating in high-level policy conversations - Holly reveals how businesses that prioritize biodiversity and community impact aren’t just doing good; they’re future-proofing themselves. This isn’t about charity; it’s about foresight, innovation, and purpose-led decision-making that benefits people, planet, and profit alike. Audiences leave equipped with a new perspective on environmental risk - not as a problem to fix, but as an opportunity to lead differently and build enduring value.
Key Takeaways:
- How environmental risk directly shapes business resilience & reputation
- Why conservation & climate action are strategic investments
- How to integrate purpose & profit for long-term sustainability
- Practical examples of innovation driving measurable impact
Target Audiences:
- Boards, investors & senior leaders setting ESG strategy
- Corporates seeking to integrate sustainability with business
- Conferences focused on innovation & the future of business
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How do I book Holly Budge to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge, 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 Holly Budge or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Holly Budge for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Holly Budge, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Holly Budge are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Holly Budge, 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 Holly Budge speak about?
Holly Budge is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Finance, Resilience, Adventure, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife, Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, ESG, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth and Mindset. -
Where does Holly Budge travel from?
Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge 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 Holly Budge 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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