With more than three decades on the front lines of public safety and crisis leadership, Chief Rick Crawford brings unmatched experience to the stage. As a Battalion Chief with the Los Angeles Fire Department and a national expert in crisis management, Rick has commanded incidents ranging from wildfires and active shooters to presidential inaugurations and National Special Security Events.

Today, he shares those lessons with audiences around the world—blending real-world stories, strategic insights, and proven leadership principles that prepare organizations, leaders, and teams to thrive under pressure.

Chief Rick Crawford

Speaking Topics

Chief Crawford’s signature framework for crisis leadership—practical, actionable strategies that build confidence in the face of complexity.

Recognize – Respond – Resolve™

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How to lead diverse teams, build coalitions, and execute plans across government, business, and community sectors.

Ecosystem of Leadership™

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Insights from a seasoned Public Information Officer and media commentator on how to lead under the public spotlight.

Crisis Communications in Real Time

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Command lessons from the front lines: decision-making, resource allocation, and operational excellence in high-stakes environments.

From Chaos to Control

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Preparing your people with succession planning, professional development, and strategies for organizational resilience.

Building Resilient Teams

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