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Paul de Gelder is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Authors, Change Management, Environmental Activism, Host & Emcee, Human Resources, Inspirational, Leadership, Mental Health, Military, Motivational, Navy, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Reality TV, Resilience, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Television & Film, Veterans

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Paul de Gelder Biography

Paul de Gelder helps teams and leaders build resilience and embrace change so they can overcome adversity, lead with courage, and achieve extraordinary success.

De Gelder is former Army Airborne and a navy bomb disposal diver. He is a shark attack survivor, author, and television host on Discovery's 'Shark Week'.

De Gelder’s adventurous life took a dramatic turn when a 10-foot bull shark attacked him during a routine Navy dive, severing his hand and leg. Rather than succumbing to despair, he channeled his indomitable spirit, fought through excruciating pain, and reclaimed his life. His journey from trauma to triumph is marked by resilience and determination. His chronicled his recovery story in his autobiography "Uncaged.”

De Gelder has also been a guest on major TV talk shows and starred as a guest trainer twice on the Biggest Loser Australia. He has hosted over 25 documentaries for Discovery Channel’s ‘Shark Week’, where he learned to hand-feed bull sharks, hammerheads, and blue sharks and dive with tiger sharks and even Great Whites without the protection of a cage.

Will Smith featured de Gelder in his Facebook series “Bucket List” as his shark diving mentor, and de Gelder taught UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey how to hand-feed bull sharks. Mike Tyson became de Gelder’s shark diving student. Paul also became part of an anti-poaching team in Africa to film the excellent work the Rangers did for "FEARLESS," which aired on NatGeo.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/03/2024.

Paul de Gelder Speaking Topics

Never Say Die: Turning Pain into Power

Paul de Gelder shares his powerful story of resilience, emphasizing its critical role in personal and professional growth. Through his experiences, including overcoming a life-threatening shark attack, Paul demonstrates how embracing uncomfortable change can catalyze growth. He draws lessons from his military background, highlighting the importance of discipline, teamwork, and adaptability in high-risk environments. Paul provides insights into recovery's psychological and physical challenges, offering strategies for developing a resilient mindset, including the power of positive thinking and self-belief.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Embrace change for growth.
- Learn from adversity.
- Apply discipline and teamwork.
- Develop mental and physical resilience.
- Cultivate positive thinking.
Courage Under Pressure: Leadership in High-Stakes Environments

From his diverse background, Paul de Gelder offers valuable leadership insights from extraordinary life experiences. He discusses how adventure and leadership intersect, sharing personal stories from his time as a military paratrooper and clearance diver. Paul emphasizes decision-making and problem-solving strategies in high-pressure environments, navigating change and uncertainty, and fostering effective teamwork through trust, communication, and mutual support. He underscores the role of courage in leading oneself and others through adversity, reinforcing key leadership principles that inspire courage and resilience.

Key Takeaways:
- Master crisis decision-making.
- Navigate change effectively.
- Foster teamwork and trust.
- Lead with courage and resilience.
- Embrace adaptability.

Beyond the Surface: Discovering Purpose in Life and Work

Paul de Gelder guides audiences to discover their purpose and passion in life and work. He shares his journey of aligning personal and professional aspirations, emphasizing strategies for overcoming self-limiting beliefs and embracing personal growth. Drawing from his adventures as a Shark Week host, Paul highlights the importance of following one's passion, taking risks, and stepping outside one's comfort zone. He discusses crafting a fulfilling career path by aligning values with professional choices, continuous learning, and maintaining work-life balance for personal well-being and meaningful relationships.

Key Takeaways:

Overcome self-limiting beliefs.
Follow your passion.
Align values with career.
Pursue continuous learning.
Maintain work-life balance.

Uncaged: Thriving Through Fear & Change

Paul de Gelder explores the transformative power of facing fears and embracing change. He shares personal experiences with fear and change, highlighting their significance in personal growth. Paul offers strategies for managing fear and embracing calculated risks, drawing from his military experiences and encounters with dangerous waters. He provides lessons in courage and resilience from surviving a shark attack, emphasizing the importance of mental fortitude. The presentation encourages audiences to view change as an opportunity for growth, adapt to new circumstances, and step outside their comfort zones to unlock their full potential.

Key Takeaways:

Manage and confront fear.
Embrace calculated risks.
Learn courage and resilience.
Adapt to change.
Step outside your comfort zone.

Paul de Gelder Videos

Teaching Will Smith to dive with tiger sharks
Seiko Prospex X Paul de Gelder Discovery Channel Short Program

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Paul de Gelder Books

Uncaged
No Time for Fear: How A Shark Attack Survivor Beat the Odds

FAQs on booking Paul de Gelder

How do I book Paul de Gelder to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Paul de Gelder for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Paul de Gelder, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Paul de Gelder or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Paul de Gelder

Speaking fees for Paul de Gelder, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Paul de Gelder are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Paul de Gelder, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Paul de Gelder speak about?

Paul de Gelder is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Authors, Change Management, Environmental Activism, Host & Emcee, Human Resources, Inspirational, Leadership, Mental Health, Military, Motivational, Navy, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Reality TV, Resilience, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Television & Film, Veterans.
Where does Paul de Gelder travel from?

Paul de Gelder generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Paul de Gelder’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Paul de Gelder for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Paul de Gelder for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Paul de Gelder or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Paul de Gelder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Never Say Die: Turning Pain into Power, Courage Under Pressure: Leadership in High-Stakes Environments, Beyond the Surface: Discovering Purpose in Life and Work and Uncaged: Thriving Through Fear & Change. The estimated speaking fee range to book Paul de Gelder for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Paul de Gelder generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anthony Trucks, Alden Mills, Eric Boles, Mike Abrashoff and Allison Massari. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Paul de Gelder for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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