Mandy Hickson is a trailblazing aviator who became the first woman to fly the Tornado GR4 on the RAF front line. Today, Mandy transforms her extraordinary military experience into practical leadership insights for organisations worldwide.
As a former Royal Air Force fast jet pilot, Mandy completed 45 combat missions over Iraq and served as a Combat Survival and Rescue Officer during her 25-year military career. Her bestselling book "An Officer, Not a Gentleman" chronicles her journey, and she continues to serve as a trustee of the RAF Charitable Trust and Aviation Ambassador for the Department for Transport.
Mandy helps organisations navigate high-pressure environments by translating her cockpit experience into business strategies. Her expertise in human factors, understanding that up to 80% of accidents stem from human error, enables teams to make confident decisions under extreme pressure, build resilience, and develop effective communication systems that prevent costly mistakes.
Audiences gain practical frameworks for building high-performing teams, maintaining focus in uncertain times, and fostering a culture where diverse thinking thrives. Mandy's approach combines real-world combat experience with human performance coaching to help teams operate effectively when stakes are highest.
Book Mandy Hickson and equip your people with battle-tested strategies that transform how your team performs under pressure.
Want to book Mandy Hickson for your next event?
Email mandy.hickson@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will be in touch 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 Mandy Hickson directly.
What topics does Mandy Hickson specialise in?
Mandy Hickson specialises in talking about RAF, human performance coaching, women's empowerment and more.
What is Mandy Hickson's speaking style like?
Mandy captivates audiences with her inspiring presence and engaging delivery, sharing her remarkable journey and empowering women to overcome challenges in a traditionally male-dominated environment.
Does Mandy Hickson offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Mandy Hickson offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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