Gavin Patterson is a telecommunications and business transformation expert who combines strategic vision with practical execution to help organizations navigate digital disruption and technological change.
As Chief Executive of BT from 2013 to 2019, Patterson led the £15 billion acquisition of EE, establishing BT as the UK's leading converged communications provider. During his tenure, he expanded superfast fibre broadband to near-universal coverage while launching BT Sport and developing the company's market-leading cybersecurity practice.
Patterson brings invaluable insights on digital transformation, having orchestrated BT's evolution from traditional telecom provider to integrated technology company. His experience spans critical business challenges including infrastructure investment, competitive disruption, cybersecurity threats and corporate social responsibility. Organizations benefit from his proven strategies for leveraging technological innovation while maintaining customer focus during periods of intense market change.
Audiences leave Gavin's presentations with practical frameworks for digital transformation implementation, strategies to balance short-term financial pressures against long-term infrastructure investments, and approaches to embedding social purpose within commercial strategy. His combination of telecommunications expertise and consumer marketing background offers unique perspectives on customer-centric innovation.
Book Gavin Patterson for an insider's view on successfully navigating technological disruption from a leader who has transformed major enterprises at the highest level.
How can I book Gavin Patterson for my next event?
Email gavin.patterson@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 speaking agents for Gavin Patterson. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Gavin Patterson's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email gavin.patterson@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
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What topics does Gavin Patterson specialise in?
Gavin Patterson specialises in discussing telecommunications, business leadership, cyber security and more.
What is Gavin Patterson's speaking style like?
Gavin Patterson delivers insightful presentations with clarity and authority, drawing on extensive industry experience. His leadership style inspires confidence and fosters collaboration, making complex topics accessible and engaging.
Does Gavin Patterson offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Gavin Patterson offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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