Following a distinguished career rising through the ranks of the London Fire Brigade, Andy Roe was appointed London Fire Commissioner in 2020. Taking the helm in the aftermath of the tragic Grenfell Tower Fire, Andy was entrusted with steering one of the world’s largest emergency rescue services – over 6,300... Read more
Following a distinguished career rising through the ranks of the London Fire Brigade, Andy Roe was appointed London Fire Commissioner in 2020. Taking the helm in the aftermath of the tragic Grenfell Tower Fire, Andy was entrusted with steering one of the world’s largest emergency rescue services – over 6,300 staff and an annual budget exceeding £510 million – through a time of intense scrutiny and institutional change.
Before joining the fire service in 2002, Andy served as a British Army Office graduating from Sandhurst and rising to the rank of Captain in in the Royal Artillery, including being appointed Northern Ireland Operations Officer in 1999.
Driven by a deep commitment to public service and leading from the front, Andy’s strategic vision took LFB from its position as one of the UK’s lowest-performing services to one of its most highly rated, as recognised by His Majesty’s Inspectorate. He also spearheaded a comprehensive transformation of a service accountable for safeguarding a built environment of nearly 10 million residents, thousands of transport hubs, and hospitals, 20,000 heritage buildings and 70% of all high-rise buildings in the UK.
A value’s-driven leader, Andy placed great emphasis on ensuring equity, inclusion, opportunity and learning is at the heart of LFB. In 2021, he initiated an independent review of LFB’s culture to confront and address deeply embedded issues of racism and misogyny. This reflected his dedication to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for all staff, and establishing a lasting cultural transformation within the service. Under his leadership, LFB became a thought leader in cultural reform, inspiring change across emergency services.
Beyond the fire service, Andy has helped shape national security policy as Chair of the National Security Board, in response to the recommendations of the Harris Review in London and the Manchester Arena Inquiry. He has also contributed to innovation and transformation in higher education as a member of the Kings College London Impact Board.
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You can book Andy Roe through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Andy's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Andy Roe's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Andy tailored to your event.
Andy Roe speaks on Change, Conflict Resolution, Government & Politics, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Andy to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Andy Roe for events worldwide, subject to Andy's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Andy Roe is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Andy can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Andy Roe on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Andy can offer.
Andy Roe delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Andy Roe's areas of expertise include Change, Conflict Resolution, Government & Politics, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Andy's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Andy Roe can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Change, Conflict Resolution, Government & Politics, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Andy's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Andy Roe is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Andy Roe, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Andy's current availability for your dates.