Greg Quinn

Greg Quinn, speaker on diplomacy, energy, conflict resolution & leadership

Greg Quinn OBE is a distinguished former diplomat with a 29-year career in the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). He held roles in geopolitical hotspots including Iraq, Guyana, Kazakhstan, and the Caribbean. Known for his expertise in diplomacy and his ability to navigate complex international relations, Greg offers a wealth of experience in crisis management, conflict resolution, and global leadership.

During his career, Greg held positions including British High Commissioner to Guyana and Non-Resident Ambassador to Suriname, where he led pivotal initiatives to strengthen UK-Guyana relations in energy, security, and trade. He established and strengthened connections between Guyana and Aberdeen’s oil and gas industry, fostering economic ties that drove some significant UK business wins in the region. His diplomatic work has spanned areas of critical geopolitical importance, from coordinating security initiatives in Iraq during the ‘surge’ years to managing energy sector interests in Kazakhstan.

Currently Greg runs his consultancy, Aodhan Consultancy, where he advises clients on business development, political risk, government relations, and strategic communication, with a special focus on the Caribbean, Canada, and the former Soviet Union. Drawing on his extensive diplomatic background, he supports organisations in navigating complex international landscapes and creating profitable partnerships.

As a speaker, Greg combines his extensive knowledge of international affairs with personal insights from his diplomatic service in regions including the Caribbean, where he served as British Commissioner to Antigua and Barbuda. His ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, from government leaders to private sector executives, has made him a respected advisor on issues ranging from financial inclusion and political analysis to risk management. Known for his people-first approach, Greg has a track record of transforming team dynamics in high-stakes environments, exemplified by his success in reinvigorating the British Consulate in Toronto within months of his posting.

Greg’s understanding of global politics, coupled with his first-hand experience in managing high-level negotiations and cross-cultural interactions, enables him to offer audiences a nuanced view of international relations and leadership. Whether discussing his role in conflict zones or his work in advancing the UK’s economic interests abroad, Greg Quinn’s presentations provide an insightful view of diplomacy in action, enriched with lessons on resilience, strategy, and the importance of effective communication in today’s highly interconnected world.