
Keynote speaker
Colin CloudSpecialist in Forensic Mind Reading and Deductive Psychology
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Colin Cloud
Colin Cloud is a deductive specialist who has mastered the art of profiling and forensic investigation to reveal how people think. Beginning his career as a student of forensic science, he successfully merged his expertise in psychological observation with performance and comedy. Often compared to a modern Sherlock Holmes, he possesses the uncanny ability to determine a person's occupation, their movements throughout the day, or even their private security codes simply by analysing their appearance and behaviour.
His remarkable career has spanned over twenty years, taking him from sell-out shows at five Edinburgh Festivals to the stages of Las Vegas, New York, and London's West End. A prominent figure on international television, he reached the semi-finals of America's Got Talent before being invited back for the Champions edition. His high-profile appearances include the Royal Variety Performance and a United States tour with the renowned production The Illusionists Live from Broadway. Beyond traditional venues, he has pioneered virtual mentalism, even performing for astronauts in space.
Colin is a consistent choice for the world's leading organisations, royalty, and global celebrities who seek to explore the boundaries of the human mind. He offers a sophisticated blend of intrigue and entertainment, providing audiences with an unforgettable experience rooted in the fascinating principles of psychological deduction.
On stage, Colin Cloud is best known for talks on Forensic Psychology, Deductive Reasoning, Comedy and Entertainment. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Colin Cloud is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Colin Cloud travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Colin Cloud would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Colin Cloud?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Colin's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Colin Cloud cost to book?
- Colin Cloud sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Colin Cloud speak on?
- Colin speaks on Forensic Psychology, Deductive Reasoning, Comedy, Entertainment.
- What languages does Colin Cloud present in?
- Colin presents in English.
- Where is Colin Cloud based?
- Colin is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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