Rob Hosking
Equip your teams with the tools to adapt under pressure with Rob Hosking, speaker and former Police Officer. Rob works with organisations to build resilience and mental fitness, delivering powerful insights featured on the Chris Evans Show, Channel 4, and GB News.
London, United Kingdom
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Rob’s talks focus on the key principles of managing change, helping teams develop the skills to remain adaptable, calm, and solution-oriented when facing challenges. Drawing from his first-hand experiences in high-stress situations, Rob translates the lessons learned from real-life incidents into actionable insights that apply directly to the corporate world. His practical approach helps businesses not only to navigate rapid changes but also to turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Through his experience on the front line, Rob has come to understand how mental fitness underpins your ability to respond and adapt, which is why he is well known for his mental health work. He has been featured on the likes of the Chris Evans Show and GB News, where he's shared his experiences with mental health challenges and trauma. Many organisations seek out Rob to speak openly and honestly about mental health in the workplace as a result.
His ability to balance intense, often difficult experiences with humour and relatability sets Rob apart. He uses powerful storytelling to engage his audience, weaving together personal anecdotes from his policing career with valuable leadership, teamwork, and resilience lessons. Rob's talks are designed to equip audiences with the mindset and strategies needed to excel in environments where change is the only constant.
Whether speaking at international conferences or corporate events, Rob's message resonates with a wide range of audiences. He is often booked to speak at leadership-focused events and has addressed teams at the London Stock Exchange, Heathrow Airport, Johnson Service Group, and more. His insights are particularly valuable for organisations looking to open up the conversation around mental health and build resilient teams that can adapt quickly to evolving challenges.
Rob’s authentic, approachable style and wealth of experience make him a sought-after speaker for companies aiming to foster a culture of openness, adaptability, and resilience.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
This keynote is a raw and thought-provoking look at the realities of mental health, both in and out of the workplace. Rob Hosking shares his personal story of poor mental health and a suicide attempt, offering a powerful reminder that we often don’t know what others are carrying behind the scenes. He offers practical tools to help individuals and teams build awareness, look after their well-being, and promote psychological safety in the workplace.
In this session, Rob Hosking shares his firsthand experiences of managing intense pressure as a frontline police officer. He recounts gripping stories from critical situations and reveals the tools he used to maintain mental clarity, make effective decisions, and build resilience. Attendees will learn how to navigate chaos, implement a proven decision-making framework used by UK Police Forces, and cultivate habits that enhance teamwork under stress, ultimately driving higher performance in their organisations.
Rob Hosking discusses the importance of resilient and healthy teams in today’s fast-moving, high-pressure world. Drawing on his experience, from front-line policing to speaking on global stages, Rob shares practical strategies for adaptability, fostering lasting resilience, and leading teams through uncertainty. Attendees will learn how to cultivate a thriving team culture where well-being is integral, ensuring everyone is prepared for future challenges.
In this talk, Rob Hosking explores the detrimental effects of rigid gender roles on men's mental health, relationships, and self-expression. He advocates for a redefined masculinity that values emotional intelligence and vulnerability over dominance. By showcasing diverse role models and discussing how businesses can foster inclusive cultures, Rob provides actionable strategies for challenging stereotypes. Attendees will learn how to promote healthier expressions of masculinity in their personal and professional lives.
In his talk "Stressing for What?", Rob Hosking addresses the significant impact of workplace stress, which costs the UK 13.7 million working days and £28.3 billion annually. He emphasises the urgent need for proactive well-being strategies to combat this issue. Attendees will gain insights into the true costs of unchecked stress and learn effective approaches to enhance employee well-being, ultimately fostering a healthier and more productive work environment.
In his transformative keynote, Rob Hosking will guide organisations in overcoming adversity and building resilience. Drawing from his experiences as a police officer, he will share powerful insights and practical strategies for thriving in challenging environments. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable tools to instil resilience throughout their organisation, enabling them to emerge stronger from adversity.
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