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FBI talent expert & change leader

Peter Sursi

Transform FBI-level talent acquisition with Peter Sursi, speaker on change management and organizational transformation. Peter works with leadership teams to navigate workplace evolution and develop recruitment strategies, delivering insider expertise from 20+ years at the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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Peter Sursi, Speaker | FBI Future Thinker, Change Management
Peter Sursi

Peter Sursi

Seattle, United States

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$2k–5k

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  • Shaping the future of the FBI with over 20 years of experience
  • Expert in sourcing and recruiting top-tier talent for the FBI
  • Speaker on change management, talent acquisition, and financial modernization
Peter Sursi, the man responsible for shaping the FBI's future, has an impressive track record of over twenty years with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. During his tenure, he dedicated five years to sourcing and recruiting top-tier talent from across the United States, bolstering the organization with exceptional individuals. However, Peter's role has recently shifted significantly, propelling him to the forefront of leading change and transformation within the bureau. His new responsibilities involve ensuring that the FBI remains at the cutting edge of addressing today's challenges. Peter has also channeled his expertise into coaching others, helping them identify transformative talent and navigate the complexities of change management. He empowers leaders to refine their skills and navigate seismic shifts within the ever-evolving working world. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Peter delivers compelling speeches on topics relevant to our perpetually changing world. From financial modernization to talent acquisition and retention, his insights offer a unique perspective from his time at one of the world's most formidable organizations, which has successfully adapted to decades of change. By engaging with Peter, your team gains access to a fresh mindset, learning to stay afloat and evolve amidst shifting tides.

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Peter offers your team insights from the FBI's evolution, equipping you with strategies for talent acquisition, change management, and staying ahead in a changing world. His experience empowers leaders to navigate shifts, ensuring your business remains competitive and adaptable in any landscape.

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Email peter.sursi@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 Peter'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.
What is Peter Sursi's speaking style like?
Peter Sursi draws on over 20 years of FBI experience to frame his sessions around real-world institutional change, using case-based insights from talent acquisition and organisational transformation within the bureau to ground his points in operational context.
What topics does Peter Sursi specialise in?
Peter Sursi speaks on change management, talent acquisition and retention, and financial modernisation. His headline credential is over twenty years with the FBI, including five years leading recruitment across the United States and a senior role driving organisational transformation within the bureau.
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