Eric Edmeades is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and internationally renowned speaker who has founded or acquired more than 20 businesses across six countries. His diverse professional background spans military R&D and Hollywood special effects, including work on blockbusters such as Avatar and Iron Man. He is also a pioneer of the "food revolution," the founder of WildFit, a globally successful nutritional coaching program.

At the Gladiator Summit, Edmeades focused on the transformative power of public speaking and storytelling. He shared his "Audience Alchemy" and "Charisma Pattern" frameworks, teaching attendees how to connect deeply with any audience and deliver compelling, unscripted talks. His sessions emphasized using vocal dynamics and emotional "story banks" to create magnetic attraction, empowering entrepreneurs to communicate with exceptional clarity and persuasion, accelerating their career growth and earning potential.