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Martin Bayfield
High Performance
Transform team performance with Martin Bayfield, speaker and former rugby international. Martin works with corporate audiences to enhance leadership, resilience and teamwork strategies, delivering impactful insights backed by elite sports experience and media expertise.
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Martin Bayfield, a towering figure both on and off the rugby field, has seamlessly transitioned from a celebrated sports career to becoming a sought-after speaker and presenter. Standing at 6'10", Martin's presence is as commanding as his insights are impactful. As a former England rugby international, he earned 31 caps and was a key player in two Grand Slam victories, as well as a member of the British & Irish Lions.
His post-rugby career is equally impressive, with roles as a broadcaster, actor, and stuntman, notably serving as the body double for Hagrid in the Harry Potter films. In the corporate world, Martin is renowned for his ability to translate the discipline and teamwork of professional sports into actionable strategies for business success. His presentations are infused with humor and real-world applications, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Whether discussing leadership, resilience, or team dynamics, Martin offers audiences practical tools to navigate today's fast-paced business environment. Book Martin Bayfield for your next event and empower your team with the insights of a true sports legend.
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In this engaging keynote, former England rugby star and renowned broadcaster Martin Bayfield shares his insights on managing change with resilience and adaptability. Drawing from his transition from professional sports to media and entertainment, Martin explores embracing uncertainty, leading through transformation, and turning challenges into opportunities. Attendees will learn practical strategies for navigating change confidently, gain insights on leadership in high-pressure environments, and find inspiration to embrace new opportunities and overcome setbacks.
Martin's diverse background, from elite sportsmanship to captivating television presenting, equips him with unparalleled insights into teamwork, resilience, and achieving excellence. His engaging storytelling ability, drawn from firsthand experiences on the rugby field and in the entertainment industry, will inspire and motivate your team or audience. Booking Martin guarantees a memorable event filled with powerful lessons on overcoming adversity and the importance of adaptability in any field.
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Email martin.bayfield@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk 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 Martin's 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.
Martin Bayfield draws on his career transition from professional rugby to broadcasting and acting — including his role as body double for Hagrid in the Harry Potter films — to illustrate how individuals and organisations can navigate change and uncertainty. He frames this through first-hand experience of high-pressure environments, translating lessons from sport into practical strategies for leadership and resilience.
Martin Bayfield's sessions address managing change, resilience under uncertainty, and leadership through transformation. He earned 31 England rugby caps and two Grand Slam victories, and is recognised as the body double for Hagrid across the Harry Potter film series.
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