Chris Oliver is widely respected for developing a remarkable military career. Having previously served as a Special Forces Operator on the Special Boat Service and a Royal Marines Mountain Leader, his vast industry knowledge and experience are now treasured by audiences globally. Keen to motivate audiences to lead by example, work hard, and show respect, Chris has been selected to be part of the Directing Staff on Channel 4's Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins (aired 26th September 2023) to put contestants through difficult SAS training. When looking to hire an inspirational military speaker to attend your future events, do not hesitate to hire Chris today.
Passionate to join the military from a young age, Chris secured a position in the Royal Marine Commandos at 16 and has worked his way up the ranks ever since. Having gained nine years of experience serving as a Royal Marine Commando, he underwent many years of rigorous training before completing selection for the Special Boat Service. A leading authority in his field, Chris has been part of numerous high-pressure deployments throughout Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, and Iraq, and also had the pleasure to work alongside fellow DS member Jason Fox, who he now appears in SAS: Who Dares Wins alongside.
An inspiration to audiences of all ages and backgrounds, Chris is now working as one of the newest presenters on SAS: Who Dares Wins. As one of the newest recruits on the Directing Staff, he has become a fan-favourite across the show for putting contestants through their paces and passing on the wisdom he has gained throughout his illustrious career. Appearing alongside fellow Directing Staff members Jason Fox, Rudy Reyes, and Chief Instructor Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham, Chris is set to make a hard-hitting impact on the show for many years to come.
Now highly sought-after as a motivational speaker, Chris Oliver is respected for speaking on topics such as risk management, mental resilience, performing under pressure, and conflict management. Having accumulated a following of over 20k followers on Instagram, Chris’ fierce personality and expertise in a wide range of areas is treasured by audiences operating within a wide range of industries. Whether you are looking to inspire a corporate audience with an insightful keynote presentation or host a motivational workshop to increase your team's performance rate, Chris has become the perfect speaker to hire for events of all kinds.
In January 2024 we sat down virtually with Chris Oliver and discussed how military experience can benefit corporate life and his role on SAS: Who Dares Wins. Watch our Exclusive Interview with Chris Oliver here.
How to hire Chris Oliver
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Chris Oliver for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"The shoot and content capture with Chris went really well - Chris was an absolute pro. Was also really impressed with the effort and energy Chris put into creating the social posts - definitely went above and beyond what was expected, was great to see!" - Annabel, Account Manager, The Romans
- 2023 - Directing Staff on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins
- Special Forces Operator in the Special Boat Service
- Royal Marines Mountain Leader
