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Neuroscientist & Chief Fire Officer

Sabrina Cohen-Hatton

Transform crisis decision-making with Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, speaker, neuroscientist and Chief Fire Officer. Sabrina helps organisations master high-stakes leadership and gender equality strategies, delivering research-backed insights recognised internationally through her bestselling books and frontline expertise.

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Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Speaker | Fire Officer, Neuroscientist
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton

Sabrina Cohen-Hatton

London, United Kingdom

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Sabrina Cohen-Hatton's biography

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  • One of the world's most senior woman fire officers
  • Leading international expert on risk-critical decision-making
  • Author of Heat of the Moment and The Gender Bias
Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton is one of the world's most senior female fire officers, neuroscientist, and author, recognised for her expertise in risk-critical decision-making during crises. Her journey began when she left home, facing significant personal challenges, including a period of homelessness. Undeterred, she embarked on a career as a firefighter while pursuing education at night school, ultimately earning a 1st Class Honours degree in Psychology, a Master's in International Fire Service Development, and a PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience. Sabrina has established herself as a leading authority in her field, serving as an Honorary Research Fellow at Cardiff University. She has presented her work worldwide and used her research to change deeply ingrained national policy, earning international acclaim. She has attained the highest rank in the UK as a Chief Fire Officer. Her operational experience includes leading the fire service response to major incidents such as the London Bridge terror attack, the Finsbury Park terror attack, and the aftermath of Grenfell. Sabrina examines the fundamentals of decision-making, behaviour, and cognition as a researcher. As a fire officer, she brings first-hand experience of how these traits operate in real, emotionally charged, stressful, and uncertain situations. She also explores how the brain interprets information and how events become associated with psychological and social responses in the long term. In her books, including the best-selling Heat of the Moment and Gender Bias: The Barriers That Hold Women Back, Sabrina shares insights from her experiences on the frontline and analyses the systemic barriers women face in various sectors. Her work offers practical solutions to address these challenges, making her a vital voice in discussions about gender equality and social mobility. Sabrina's advocacy extends beyond her professional achievements; she is an ambassador for The Big Issue and Street Vet, reflecting her dedication to social change. Her recognition as one of The Big Issue’s top 100 changemakers and her features in Marie Claire and Cosmopolitan highlight her influence and commitment to making a difference. Through her work, Sabrina inspires others to overcome adversity and make informed decisions, both in life and in business.

Dr Sabrina's showreel and videos

Topics, sessions and talks

The Gender Bias - Barriers That Hold Women Back And How To Break Them
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton discusses the obstacles women face due to gender bias and offers strategies for overcoming these barriers to achieve equality and success.
Building Resilience To Overcome Adversity
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton shares insights on resilience, drawing from her journey from homelessness to becoming a fire chief, emphasizing the power of overcoming adversity through mental strength and determination.
How Humans Make Decisions Under Pressure
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton explores the psychology behind high-pressure decision-making, drawing from her firefighting experience to reveal how stress impacts choices and how to improve decision outcomes.

Why we recommend booking Dr Sabrina

Unlock your team's potential with Dr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, a leading expert in crisis decision-making and Chief Fire Officer. Her insights, drawn from real-world experience and acclaimed research, empower businesses to navigate challenges effectively. Book now to enhance your decision-making skills.

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Testimonials

In short, it was absolutely fantastic. Sabrina was inspirational, thought-provoking, honest and supremely professional.

Housing Technology

Our attendees really enjoyed her inspiring story and it was continually referenced throughout the rest of the meeting.

Boston Consulting Group

A fantastic, heartfelt keynote for our virtual leadership conference. A few of our delegates were reduced to tears!

Featured Projects

Sabrina Cohen-Hatton - The Heat Of The Moment: A Firefighter’s Stories Of Life And Death Decisions book cover
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton - The Gender Bias book cover
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton - The Dog Scholar podcast cover

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What is Sabrina Cohen-Hatton's speaking style like?
Sabrina delivers with authority and empathy, blending real-world crisis leadership with neuroscience insights. Her style is practical, inspiring, and grounded in experience, encouraging informed decisions and resilience in challenging situations.
What topics does Sabrina Cohen-Hatton specialise in?
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton specialises in discussing risk-critical decision-making, gender equality, social mobility and more.
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