Speaking
Nick Shah OBE on kidnap, crisis and the decisions that matter.
Nick is the author of the UN anti-kidnap manual and spent over 35 years in law enforcement, including senior roles at the National Crime Agency. On stage he turns that experience into talks people remember: real cases, honest lessons and practical takeaways. He speaks at conferences, board away days and private client events, as a keynote, after-dinner speaker or alongside the SJ Group team, and recently headlined the ASBN event in Edinburgh.
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What really happens in a kidnap
From the first call to the safe return, and the decisions that shape the outcome.
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The first hour of a crisis
Why plans fail under pressure, and what leaders can put in place before it starts.
3.
Visible wealth, hidden risk
How criminals research families online long before any approach is made.
Speaking topics
What Nick talks about
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Keynotes and conferences
Talks built around real cases, for industry conferences, board away days and member events. Nick holds a room with stories most audiences will never hear anywhere else.
2.
After-dinner and private events
Engaging, discreet storytelling for private client evenings, family office gatherings and dinners. Serious subject, light touch.
3.
Panels, workshops and media
Panel sessions, interactive workshops alongside Becks and the SJ Group team, plus podcast and media interviews. Nick was recently a guest on Gary Miller's podcast.
On stage
How Nick works with your audience
Proven experience
Relevant expertise, with one named lead for each engagement.
Prevention first
Readiness built early, with calm response capability.
Bespoke by design
Tailored around context, priorities and trust.
Coordinated end-to-end
Trusted associates integrated when specialist support is required.
How to reach us
A discreet first step
Share as little or as much as you're comfortable with. We'll respond promptly, treat everything in confidence, and help you understand your options, with no commitment required.