A hostage negotiator shared these 3 lessons with demolition professionals

Leila Steed Editor, Demolition & Recycling International

11 March 2025

Derek Gaunt, a former hostage negotiator and a communication expert, explains how tactical empathy can help demolition professionals negotiate more effectively.


Derek Gaunt, a former hostage negotiator and expert in influence and communication, delivered one of the standout sessions at NDA’s Demolition New Orleans event. His keynote on tactical empathy in negotiation gave demolition professionals new ways to approach high-stakes discussions, from contract negotiations to resolving disputes on-site.

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