Andy Roe is a transformational leader who guided the London Fire Brigade from crisis to excellence as Commissioner from 2020-2025, combining frontline emergency experience with strategic vision for institutional reform.
As Commissioner, Andy led one of the world's largest emergency services with 6,300 staff and a £510 million budget. His background includes service as a British Army Captain and chairing the National Security Board, where he helped shape UK policy. Under his leadership, LFB progressed from special measures to become the UK's most improved fire service.
Andy helps organisations navigate high-stakes transformation by implementing effective risk management systems while preserving human judgment at their core. His approach to cultural reform, addressing embedded issues of racism and misogyny through independent review, provides a blueprint for organisations facing similar challenges. His experience steering LFB through post-Grenfell scrutiny offers valuable lessons in crisis response and rebuilding public trust.
Audiences gain practical frameworks for building resilient teams under extreme pressure, actionable strategies for anticipating organisational failure, and proven methods for embedding lasting cultural change against institutional resistance.
Book Andy for unparalleled insights from someone who has successfully led transformation when lives, reputation and public trust were on the line.
How can I book Andy Roe for my next event?
Email andy.roe@getapeptalk.com, or call us 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 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.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Andy directly.
What topics does Andy Roe specialise in?
Andy Roe specialises in discussing emergency services leadership, risk and crisis management, organisational culture change and more.
What is Andy Roe's speaking style like?
Previous bookers say Andy Roe connects well with audiences and speaks with clarity, confidence, and ease.
Does Andy Roe offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Andy Roe offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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