SOLD OUT – Scott Walker: The Eye of the Storm – Lessons From a Hostage Negotiator
Saturday 11 October
1–2pm
£8
Exchange Studio, Market Buildings, Maidstone, UK
Event Description
Join us for a gripping evening with former Scotland Yard detective and elite kidnap-for-ransom negotiator Scott Walker, as he discusses his powerful new book, The Eye of the Storm (May 2025). With a career spanning over 300 successful hostage and crisis resolutions, Scott brings extraordinary insight into how to stay calm, think clearly, and lead effectively—even when everything is on the line.
A Sunday Times bestselling author, Scott’s work in global hostage, ransom and cyber-extortion cases has informed his compelling approach to crisis management. In The Eye of the Storm, he expands on the principles of his debut, Order Out of Chaos, offering a masterclass in emotional control, resilience and communication under pressure.
🎤 Event Highlights
In Conversation: Hear Scott Walker explore the high-stakes world of negotiation, crisis leadership, and what it really means to stay calm in chaos.
The Art of Negotiation: Discover how empathy, precision, and psychological insight have helped resolve hijackings, kidnappings, and cyber attacks.
Audience Q&A: Ask your own questions about real-world crisis response, decision-making under pressure, and the skills we can all apply to life’s toughest moments.
Book Signing: Copies of The Eye of the Storm will be available to buy, with Scott signing books after the event.
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a world-class crisis expert and hear the real stories behind some of the most intense negotiations on the planet. Don’t miss out—book your ticket now.
Biography
Scott Walker is a former Scotland Yard detective and internationally renowned kidnap-for-ransom negotiator. With over 20 years of frontline experience handling high-stakes hostage, cyber-extortion and crisis incidents, Scott has resolved more than 300 cases across the globe.
His debut book, Order Out of Chaos, became a Sunday Times bestseller, praised for its gripping insight into the psychology of crisis and the power of calm communication. His forthcoming title, The Eye of the Storm (May 2025), offers a deeper dive into the human stories behind the headlines — revealing how lives are saved not just with tactics, but with empathy, clarity and composure under pressure.