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William Parsons

EXPERT ON:

◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Goal Setting & Achievement
◉ Overcoming Adversity
◉ Leadership Development
◉ Effective Communication

EXPERIENCE:

30-year metropolitan police veteran, serving as a trained hostage negotiator and police academy commander, with deep expertise in high-stakes communication and crisis leadership.

Globally recognized instructor who has trained tens of thousands in effective communication, empathy-based persuasion, and de-escalation strategies drawn from real-world frontline experience.

Dynamic, multi-disciplinary expert—martial artist, hypnotherapist, and serial entrepreneur—renowned for delivering riveting stories and transformative principles that captivate audiences and inspire lasting change.

About William Parsons

William Parsons is a retired 30-year veteran metropolitan police officer, trained hostage negotiator, and police academy commander.

Master martial artist, hypnotherapist, and serial entrepreneur, with an eclectic life story, he is often referred to as the “ most interesting man in the world.”

Bill has taught tens of thousands of people around the world how to communicate more effectively, empathetically, and persuasively, and how to de-escalate potentially violent situations.

He is a dynamic, engaging, and entertaining speaker who will keep your audience on the edge of their seat with his unique mix of powerful stories and life-changing principles.

Book Bill today to create lasting change in your organization.

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