Emma Henderson combines aviation leadership expertise with practical business insights to transform how organisations navigate complexity and change. Once one of fewer than 500 female airline captains worldwide, Emma brings over 30 years of experience from the cockpit to her speaking engagements.
Emma's shares some of the insights gained from her trailblazing career in her bestselling book, Grounded, and in her TEDx talk. She has been recognised as Booker's Choice at The Speaker Awards and named among HR Magazine's Most Influential Thinkers in 2025. Emma has collaborated with major brands including BNP Paribas, Marriott Hotels, and NATO.
Emma translates aviation's rigorous protocols into actionable business strategies, helping organisations make confident decisions under pressure. Her "captain's mindset" methodology provides leaders with frameworks to maintain clarity during uncertainty, build adaptable teams, and implement systematic approaches to complex challenges. Project Wingman, which she pioneered during a global crisis, demonstrates her philosophy of purpose-driven leadership in action.
Audiences gain practical decision-making tools they can implement immediately, techniques for building team resilience across diverse environments, and structured approaches to maintaining composure during high-stakes situations. Emma's presentations blend technical expertise with engaging storytelling that resonates across industries.
Book Emma Henderson when when your organisation requires practical strategies to navigate turbulence and emerge stronger on the other side.
How can I book Emma Henderson for my next event?
Email emma.henderson@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Emma Henderson available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Emma Henderson's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Emma directly.
What topics does Emma Henderson specialise in?
Emma Henderson specialises in discussing aviation leadership, crisis management, resilient leadership and more.
What is Emma Henderson's speaking style like?
Emma delivers with warmth, authenticity, and humour, engaging audiences through relatable stories and practical insights. She adapts to each room, inspiring trust, sparking conversation, and making complex topics accessible.
Does Emma Henderson offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Emma Henderson offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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