Former SF Operator with the Special Boat Service, Directing Staff Member on Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’, Managing Director of Break Point & Sunday Times bestselling author of ‘Battle Ready’
Ollie Ollerton’s Biography:
Ollie Ollerton is a former Special Forces operator, bestselling author and television personality best known for his role as a directing staff member on Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’. Renowned for his resilience, leadership and ability to perform under extreme pressure, he has built a reputation as one of the most recognisable former members of the UK Special Forces community. His remarkable journey from military service to entrepreneurship, broadcasting and authorship has inspired audiences across the world. Drawing on real-life experiences from some of the most demanding environments imaginable, Ollie delivers powerful lessons on mental toughness, teamwork, accountability and high performance, making him a highly sought-after keynote speaker for organisations looking to inspire and motivate their people.
Ollie began his military career as a Rifleman in the Royal Marine Commandos before progressing through one of the most challenging selection processes in the world to join the Special Boat Service. After completing SAS selection and qualifying as a Special Forces Combat Frogman, he served as an SF Operator with the Special Boat Service, operating in high-risk environments that demanded exceptional leadership and decision-making. Alongside his operational expertise, he qualified as a pilot of the Submersible Dive Vessel, further demonstrating his technical capabilities. Following his military career, Ollie transitioned into the corporate world, holding senior international security and operational leadership positions, including Country Manager for Orascom Telecom, Country Security Manager for Schneider Electric, Country Operations Manager for The Grey Man and later Managing Director of Break Point.
Beyond his military and business achievements, Ollie has become a prominent media figure. He gained widespread recognition through Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’, where his no-nonsense approach, authenticity and leadership style resonated with millions of viewers. His television exposure established him as a trusted voice on resilience, courage and personal development. He has also appeared across numerous interviews, podcasts and media platforms, sharing insights into elite performance, overcoming adversity and building mental strength. These appearances have broadened his reach and reinforced his reputation as an engaging and impactful communicator.
Why Hire Ollie Ollerton?
Ollie’s influence is further demonstrated through his successful writing career. He is the Sunday Times bestselling author of ‘Battle Ready’ and has since published ‘Break Point’, ‘Scar Tissue’, ‘All or Nothing’ and ‘How to Survive (Almost) Anything’. Through these books, he shares practical lessons on leadership, mindset and navigating challenges, making complex concepts accessible and actionable. Organisations hire Ollie as a keynote speaker because he combines extraordinary real-world experience with relatable storytelling and practical business relevance. His ability to connect elite military principles with everyday workplace challenges enables audiences to leave inspired, energised and equipped with strategies to improve performance, embrace change and develop resilient, high-performing teams.
Ollie Ollerton’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Ollie Ollerton’s remarkable career:
- 2023 – Author of ‘How to Survive (Almost) Anything’
- 2022 – Author of ‘All or Nothing’
- 2021 – Author of ‘Scar Tissue’
- 2020 – Sunday Times Bestselling Author of ‘Battle Ready’
- 2019 – Author of ‘Break Point’
- 2015 – Managing Director of Break-Point
- 2010 – Country Operations Manager for The Grey Man
- 2006 – Country Security Manager for Schneider Electric
- 2003 – Country Manager for Orascom Telecom
- 1994 – SF Operator for the Special Boat Service
- 1989 – Rifleman in the Royal Marine Commandos
- Former Directing Staff of Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins
- Completed SAS selection & qualified as a Special Forces Combat Frogman
- Qualified pilot of the Submersible Dive Vessel
Videos
Ollie Ollerton’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“It went really well thanks, I hope Ollie felt the same! He seems to be very aligned with what Synctuition ate trying to say and is also passionate about supporting positive mental health at the moment. I think he really likes that synctuition are just doing this to help people and for no financial gain.” – BD Broadcaster
“It all went really well thanks! The interviews were fab and he was great at steering the presenters back to the point (without making it seem like an advert) when they went off on a bit of a tangent. He has been a joy to work with.” – Charleigh, Managing Director, BD Broadcast
“Just a quick note to say many thanks to you and to Ollie for helping us out with last night’s Business Awards. Ollie was great and very well received. I bought him a large glass of red afterwards and then didn’t see him again as he was very popular with those who’d attended! I’ll assume he survived! Cheers and thanks again.” – Hull Daily Mail
“The teams really enjoyed the talk and had a lot of questions.” – Lovita SS&C
“Last night with Ollie was awesome, thank you. He inspired us all. We were all really impressed with what he said and just him as a whole, and it was really lovely that he joined us for the evening. Thank you so much for helping to make this happen. ” – Wincanton
“We were so impressed with him that we are recommending they do further work but all very budget permitting(!).” – Frankie, Account Director, 4 Media Group
“He was absolutely bloody brilliant – perfect. Thank you so much for the recommend… Jim has said he wants to buy everyone in the company a copy of Battle Ready, Ollie has offered to sign them”. – Lisa, Head of HR, High Street TV
“Ollie – I’ve already had a tonne of feedback from people saying how helpful they found it and that they really enjoyed it so that’s excellent! Please pass on my thanks to Ollie for his time and for giving such a fantastic presentation, has been great working with him.” – Prequin
“Thank you so much for all your help as always. Ollie was so well received with amazing feedback!” – Progressive Property
“We were really happy with Ollie’s presentation. It was clear, honest, inspiring and most of all tangible. The tips and tricks he provided were the kind that you can actually practice easy and simple.”- Tetra Pak
“Ollie was brilliant, his speech was insightful, motivating and relevant. We had really good feedback from those who attended and our Project Director was very impressed. A couple of people mentioned they wanted to ask a question during Q&A but they were a bit star-struck. And some have said they are going to buy his book, so clearly Ollie made quite an impact. Ollie was a pleasure to work with yesterday so please pass my thanks and feedback on to him. From myself, and on behalf of the LM Leadership, a massive thank you to Champions and Ollie.” – LM JV
“I wanted to thank you again for yesterday. Feedback was really positive. A few people mentioned that your words really got them thinking. Some of us also want to do breakpoint and fundraise for our company charity so I’ll get online and sort that.” – NewDay
“Well what can I say, Ollie was absolutely fantastic, just what I needed, someone that wasn’t to serious but managed to get his message over. Can you please thank Ollie once again, Just brilliant.” – Louise, Secretary, Bidfood
“Ollie’s session was fantastic! We’ve received lots of lovely feedback from our attendees saying how much they enjoyed it!” – Lynsey, Marketing Manager, Inhouse Recruitment
“It was really well received and probably one of the most popular sessions this week. Ollie is really inspiring, and he was really kind to stay with us for lunch and speak to a few more people.” – Emmanuelle, Culture & Communities Manager, American Express Global Business Travel
Speaking Topics
Ollie Ollerton‘s Official Keynote Topics:
- Fitness & Nutrition
- Conquering Self-Doubt
- Mental & Physical Limits
- The Special Forces
- SAS: Who Dares Wins
- Royal Marine Commandos
- Special Boat Service
- BREAK-POINT
How Much Does Ollie Ollerton Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Ollie Ollerton?
Ollie Ollerton’s speaking fees typically reflect their exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.