SEE WHAT OTHERS MISS
Gain the "Art of Observation" to find the clarity, calmness and ingenuity to create remarkable outcomes.
SPEAKING & EVENTS
I am occasionally asked to speak at companies, organizations, and private events.
My work focuses on the intersection of technical grit and deep observation. I share the power of micro-observation earned from forty years of navigating high-stakes environments—from the cockpit of a self-built bush helicopter to the quiet discipline required to capture the world's most extensive archive of hummingbird nesting behavior.
Whether tripling sales revenue in a high-pressure corporate environment or leading environmental campaigns to restore wild salmon runs, my sessions provide teams with a tactical map for finding the "hidden heartbeats" of their own missions. I don't offer generic motivation; I offer an arresting, visual masterclass in how to outlast the noise and achieve world-class results.
Previous engagements and features include: The BBC, Netflix, The House of Commons, Toastmasters International, The Canadian Orca Rescue Society, and various North American conservation summits.
If you’re interested in hiring me for your event, please reach out on my contact page. Share a brief summary of your event, location, and date and I will be in touch.
Have a feather fabulous day,
Eric
THE VIEW FROM THE SEATS
Proof that a journey into the micro-world can lead to massive breakthroughs in how we think.
"Great expressed emotion and authenticity." — Derek
"Beautiful photos and video clips and time-lapse footage was particularly arresting." — Elizabeth
"Powerful, moving. Great video. Nice connection of the issue with personal story." — Trevor
"Poignant and well-structured with material of unimaginable detail and importance. Bravo & Kudos!" — Elizabeth
TRUSTED BY GLOBAL LEADERS
Leveraging a forty-year history of professional reliability to help teams navigate today’s high-decibel world.
I’ve spent my career delivering work that has to be perfect the first time. Long before I was documenting micro-ecosystems for the BBC, I was chosen to present my work during the 1986 Royal Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Whether I’m presenting to royalty or a room full of tech innovators, I understand what it means to be the 'Feature'—to show up and deliver a world-class experience when the stakes are at their highest.
Collaborations:
The 1986 Royal Visit (Prince & Princess of Wales) • The BBC • Netflix • The House of Commons • Toastmasters International • The Canadian Orca Rescue Society • North American Conservation Summits
Booking Inquiries:
If you’re interested in hiring Eric for your event, please reach out via the Contact Page. Please include a brief summary of your event, location, and date.
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THE ARCHITECTURE OF INGENUITY
What Bailey, a one-legged hummingbird, can teach us about technical grit and starting again.
Why would a bird with every disadvantage keep building? I spent weeks filming Bailey, a one-legged hummingbird, to find the answer. What I discovered was the Architecture of Ingenuity—a raw, technical resilience that shows us how to outlast the noise and find the strength to rebuild, no matter the stakes.
THE TECHNICAL WITNESS: ERIC PITTMAN
Observation and Ingenuity: The Power of Quiet Focus in a High-Decibel World
Eric Pittman speaks at the intersection of technical grit and deep observation. He shares a unique perspective earned from forty years of navigating high-stakes environments—from the cockpit of a self-built bush helicopter to the quiet discipline required to capture the world's most extensive archive of hummingbird nesting behavior.
Whether tripling sales revenue in a high-pressure corporate environment or leading environmental campaigns to restore wild salmon runs, Eric’s sessions provide teams with a tactical map for finding the "hidden heartbeats" of their own missions. He doesn’t offer generic motivation; he delivers an arresting, visual masterclass in how to outlast the noise and achieve world-class results.
Collaborations:
The 1986 Royal Visit (Prince & Princess of Wales) • The BBC • Netflix • The House of Commons • Toastmasters International • The Canadian Orca Rescue Society • North American Conservation Summits
Booking Inquiries:
If you’re interested in hiring Eric for your event, please reach out via the Contact Page. Please include a brief summary of your event, location, and date.
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