Chief Rick Crawford is a nationally recognized Crisis Management Expert and Fire Service Leader with over 34 years of frontline and executive command experience. He has provided live on-air analysis for CNN, FOX News, ABC, NBC, and international outlets, offering real-time insights into unfolding emergencies.
Rick combines the perspective of a battle-tested Incident Commander with deep expertise in crisis communications, interagency coordination, and large-scale emergency operations.
Featured Expert Commentary
Media
• Crisis leadership & organizational resilience
• Risk analysis & crisis communications
• Continuity of operations & recovery strategies
• Interagency collaboration & large-scale event planning
Rick is a sought-after Keynote Speaker and Panelist on topics including:
Speaking Engagements
MEDIA RELATIONS
the newest
MEDIA RELATIONS
(Video)
Published december 10th , 2024
Firefighters battle Franklin Fire in Malibu
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Published September 6th , 2024
mountain fire erupts in moorpark
(Video)
Published june 8, 2023
Collapse At Pacoima Work Site Kills One, Injures Two
(Video)
Published May 2, 2023
Burned body found near Tesla that caught on fire, nearby building also damaged in Valley Village
(Video)
Published November 16, 2018
Paradise after "a tidal wave of fire" from Camp Fire
(Radio)
Published August 17, 2016
Soberanes Fire Progress Reduces Evacuation Orders and Firefighters On Scene
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Published jan. 9, 2025
L.A. firefighters look for hot spots as they prepare for high winds in the burn areas of the Palisades fire on Tuesday, Jan. 14
Published jan. 15, 2025
LAFD bosses sent just 5 fire engines to Palisades Fire — while holding back 1,000 firefighters and 35 trucks in critical first hours
Recent highlights:
Haynes Boone LLP
Bloomberg Philanthropies
– Ecosystem of Leadership
– Crisis Management Academy (Denver, New York, Houston, London)
National Association of Broadcasters
– Streaming Emergency Communications
Publications & Thought Leadership
Law360:
Working with Emergency Responders: Tips for Front-Line Attorneys (2023)
Yahoo Finance:
upcoming books:
The Critical Role of Crisis Management Training in Organizational Resilience (2024)
- Ecosystem of Leadership (October 2025)
- Recognize–Respond–Resolve: The Rs of Crisis Management (January 2026)
Media Topics & Expertise
Rick is available to provide commentary, insight, and analysis on:
• National Special Security Events (Inaugurations, State Funerals, Major Gatherings)
• Crisis and disaster response (wildfires, active shooter, aviation, hazardous materials)
• Emergency operations and communications (911 failures, EOC management)
• Leadership, resilience, and organizational preparedness
Media Inquiries
For interviews, speaking opportunities, or commentary requests:
📧 rick.crawford@executeyourplan.net
📞 951-234-9454
