Ben Timberlake

Ben Timberlake is a security consultant and medic specialising in high-risk areas, particularly Iraq and Syria. He is the author of the bestselling autobiography “High Risk: A True Story of the SAS, Drugs and Other Bad Behaviour”, published in 2021.

Timberlake served in the SAS and has worked undercover on missions related to nuclear terrorism, the Far Right, and trafficking. He has written for prominent publications such as the Financial Times, The Guardian, and The Economist, and produced documentaries for Channel 4 and the BBC.

Ben is a sought-after speaker, known for his insights on decision-making in high-risk environments, post-traumatic growth, and archaeology in war zones. His talks draw from his diverse experiences, blending personal narrative with deep dives into neuroscience and risk.

Currently, Ben works as an archaeologist in Iraq and Syria, focusing on countering the trade in looted antiquities. He is recognised for his dynamic storytelling and profound understanding of human behaviour in extreme situations, making him a valuable contributor to discussions on resilience, leadership, and the psychology of risk.

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