Julian Fisher

Julian Fisher is a highly accomplished intelligence specialist with a career spanning decades in both the public and private sectors. Originally starting in the City as an economist, he transitioned to the UK Foreign Service, where his duties took him to some of the most complex environments in Africa. In these high-stakes roles, he collaborated with military leaders and high-ranking government officials on critical issues of national security. His vast field experience includes managing investigative operations for private security firms and establishing Africa Integrity Services Ltd, a consultancy providing detailed human-source intelligence across the continent. Beyond his operational background, Julian is a prominent public figure recognised for his role as a lead assessor on the Channel 4 television series Spies. He is also the author of Think Like a Spy: Master the Nine Secret Skills of Influence and Leadership, a book that translates the sophisticated methods of espionage into practical tools for professional success. His career is marked by extraordinary experiences, from navigating war-torn Somalia to advising security agencies in South Sudan during the country's preparation for independence. As a speaker, Julian offers a unique perspective on the intersection of global security and human behaviour. He provides deep analysis into the geopolitical risks involving Russia, China, and emerging markets, alongside first-hand stories from the front lines of intelligence. Audiences book Julian for his rare ability to demystify complex international tensions while providing transferrable techniques for high-performance leadership and strategic influence. On stage, Julian Fisher is best known for talks on Emerging Markets, Risk & Risk Management and Politics & Geopolitics. 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 Defence & Security, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Julian Fisher is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference 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, Julian Fisher 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 Julian Fisher would approach your audience.