Dr. Chadden Hunter is a wildlife biologist and filmmaker who has spent the last 20 years working alongside Sir David Attenborough on the world’s most loved nature documentaries.
After completing a ‘Gorillas in the Mist’ style PhD on gelada baboons in the mountains of Ethiopia, Chadden worked with the BBC and National Geographic, filming everything from tribal ceremonies in Africa to killer whales in Antarctica. On the series Planet Earth he became known as 'the guy covered in bat poop', and whilst filming arctic wolves for Frozen Planet learnt that minus 40C was cold enough to freeze his eyes shut. As a Divemaster he has worked alongside underwater crews around the world, exploring the issue of plastics in the ocean and how the ‘Blue Planet 2 Effect' encouraged changes in corporate behaviour and global politics.
His anecdotes are as inspirational as they are entertaining. Sometimes heart-breaking, often humorous, always riveting. Using a stunning multi-media presentation, including never-before scene footage from wildlife blockbusters, Chadden shares stories about achieving goals through resilience, communicating with wider audiences, the importance of team building, and creative leadership. Not to mention what to do if you find yourself face to face with a grizzly bear.
In our line of work, one gauges the strength of a speaker by how engaged they leave their audience. A masterful storyteller, I've had the pleasure of seeing Chadden in action on several occasions over the last couple of years, and with each presentation, he leaves the audience on the edge of their seats with suspense and intrigue. A natural history producer and director, Chadden has worked alongside David Attenborough on programmes like Planet Earth, Frozen Planet and Seven Worlds, One Planet. Whether it's braving the conditions of the Arctic poles in pursuit of Polar Bears or his conservation efforts in Africa, Chadden's presentations will leave you both motivated and entertained. A consummate professional, he's easy to work with and aims to fulfill every brief he's presented with.
LA Speakers Agency, LondonVery engaging, thought-provoking and we received a huge number of comments at the conclusion of Chadden's address about what a wonderful presentation it was.
Informa Australia
Delegates went away buzzing!
Delta Academies Trust, UK