J. Paul Nadeau, known as Paul, is a retired police detective, hostage negotiator, and international peacekeeper whose life could be a Hollywood blockbuster. Described as one of the world’s most interesting people and a master storyteller, Paul has an unparalleled background in conflict resolution, negotiation, and mental health.

 

As an internationally renowned keynote speaker, Paul teaches businesses how to negotiate for success using the powerful principles of hostage negotiation and his own 4-step model. His work has empowered countless organizations and individuals, especially through his bestselling book Take Control of Your Life, credited with saving lives. In 2019, he was the Canadian Mental Health Association’s top choice for keynote speaker.

 

Paul’s expertise stems from decades of hands-on experience in high-stakes environments, including the Ontario Provincial Police's Behavioral Science Unit, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s Hostage Negotiators Unit, and the United Nations Peacekeeping Branch. He’s known for saving lives—such as talking a suspected terrorist off a jet in Paris—and for using his story to inspire others, including those affected by adversity, to reclaim their power.

 

A survivor of a childhood filled with abuse, Paul once believed he was destined for failure, but after a life-changing realization in grade 7, he transformed his future. Today, he teaches others to break free from self-sabotage, master their mindset, and build meaningful relationships.

 

His keynotes are as entertaining as they are impactful, blending life-changing lessons with stories of survival and success.

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“Paul Nadeau is a guy that will keep your audience captivated.  His stories are out of a Hollywood movie and their corresponding lessons are unforgettable.  As an expert communicator and negotiator Paul will help your audience understand the essence of building important human relationships that will ultimately lead your organization to a higher level of success!” Stuart Knight – Author/Speaker