Are your leaders equipped to secure the deals that truly move your business forward? In today’s high-pressure world, negotiation is no longer a “nice-to-have”, it is a critical leadership skill. Too often, organizations lose opportunities not because they lack talent, but because their teams are unprepared to navigate complex, high-stakes conversations.

This is where Keynote Speaker Sam McAlister makes the difference. As the Emmy and BAFTA-nominated producer who negotiated with everyone from Buckingham Palace to The White House, Sam brings unparalleled experience from the frontlines of global influence. In her keynote, she reveals the strategies that helped her secure world-famous interviews, teaching leaders how to combine authority, empathy, and resilience to achieve decisive outcomes.

Book Sam McAlister for your event and equip your team with negotiation and leadership skills that turn challenges into breakthroughs.

How prepared is your organization when the spotlight turns on you? In an age where a single headline can define a brand, the ability to communicate with authority and protect reputation is a business-critical skill. Many leaders underestimate the pressure of handling the media, until it’s too late.

This is where Keynote Speaker Sam McAlister brings unmatched expertise. As the Emmy and BAFTA-nominated producer behind some of the BBC’s most explosive interviews, including the global headline-making conversation with Prince Andrew, she knows exactly how the media works and how to navigate it.

In her keynote, Sam equips executives and teams with the tools to communicate clearly, manage reputational risks, and stay resilient under scrutiny.

Book Sam McAlister for your event and empower your organization to turn media pressure into an opportunity for influence and trust.

What happens when your leaders must challenge authority or make tough calls under pressure? Too often, fear of conflict or reputational risk leads to silence, yet silence can cost organizations innovation, trust, and long-term success. In today’s volatile environment, resilience and the courage to speak truth to power are essential leadership qualities.

Keynote Speaker Sam McAlister embodies these principles. As the Emmy and BAFTA-nominated producer behind some of the world’s most high-profile interviews, including the groundbreaking Prince Andrew interview, she knows what it takes to ask the hardest questions in the toughest rooms.

In her keynote, she shares strategies to build resilience, communicate with conviction, and lead with integrity, even when the stakes are highest.

Book Sam McAlister for your event and empower your leaders to embrace resilience, challenge power constructively, and drive authentic, lasting change.

Are you doing enough to empower women to lead and thrive in your organization? Despite progress, many workplaces still struggle with unconscious bias, unequal opportunities, and barriers that prevent women from reaching their full potential. These challenges not only impact individuals but also limit innovation, culture, and business growth.

Keynote Speaker Sam McAlister brings unique insight into breaking these barriers. From negotiating with world leaders to becoming an Emmy and BAFTA-nominated producer and bestselling author, she has built her career in some of the most high-pressure, male-dominated environments. Her story is one of resilience, influence, and challenging the status quo.

In her keynote, she shares actionable strategies to create inclusive workplaces, inspire female leadership, and foster resilience across teams.

Book Sam McAlister for your event and ignite a culture where women are empowered to succeed and organizations unlock their full potential.

How well does your organization understand power, influence, and reputation at the very highest levels?

Few institutions embody these dynamics more dramatically than the British Royal Family. Yet behind the glamour lies a world of negotiation, image management, and resilience under relentless global scrutiny, challenges that mirror those faced by modern organizations.

Keynote Speaker Sam McAlister offers a rare, insider perspective. As the Emmy and BAFTA-nominated producer who secured the infamous BBC interview with Prince Andrew, she provides unparalleled lessons on managing reputation, navigating crises, and communicating when every word counts.

Her keynote transforms these royal insights into practical strategies for leaders and teams, showing how to balance authority with vulnerability and protect trust under pressure.

Book Sam McAlister for your event and give your audience a captivating masterclass on leadership, reputation, and influence drawn from the highest circles of power.