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Mike Bates

Mike Bates is a former counter-terrorism covert operations leader and human intelligence specialist, he is now an entrepreneur and adventurer. He served 20 years in the Royal Marines and MOD, led elite teams, and became the fastest solo Brit to complete the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, he inspires others through philanthropy and public speaking.

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About Mike Bates

Mike Bates is a human intelligence specialist and a former covert counter-terrorism operations leader, who recently became the fastest Britain to complete ‘Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge’ solo.

As the first officer in the history of the MOD to pass all relevant requirements to serve at the front line of the UK’s counter terror response, Mike’s life undercover gave him a powerful and credible perspective on the human psyche.

Mike Bates’s keynotes and workshops are rooted in his personal experiences of fighting terrorists, tackling mother nature at her most powerful and attaining his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Mike Bates achieved all of this whilst trying to balance ever-changing family life. Mike’s story provides a powerful and credible perspective on resilience, leadership, humility and overcoming adversity.

Today, Mike Bates is a man on a mission to help others to become the best version of themselves. Drawing on his own unique, remarkable experiences he inspires and empowers others to live life without limits.

Mike shares his awe-inspiring story to help you live a life without limits.

To book Keynote Speaker Mike Bates, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com

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"Mike Bates stands out not only as the first person in the history of the MOD to ever qualify for the highest levels of frontline operations in the global war on terror, but also as a man whose life embodies resilience, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to make a significant impact. His achievements, on so many fronts, are simply extraordinary. Expect to be empowered, inspired & deeply humbled."

Tracey Duke

"Mike – what an absolute gent, he was in constant contact me when he get there, letting me know he’s arrived and where to find him at the BBQ, which was much appreciated. He joined in some of Thursday’s sessions, which he then bought seamlessly into his talk, adding in ‘as I know you’ve been talking about xx’ which was so good and you don’t often find in a keynote. His speech was thought provoking and well delivered, quite a few people asked for selfies with him afterwards so I take that as a good sign."

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