Invaluable insights that
inspire real change
Keynote speaking
Experience from the front line
Pioneering female pilot turned motivational speaker and business navigation consultant, Mandy Hickson has developed an enviable skill set in the Royal Air Force that she now translates into valuable workplace tools as a speaker.
From failure to history-defining, Mandy's flying career was hugely influential, and her frontline experiences mean her understanding of risk management, leadership, and human factors is second to none. Combining these qualities with fast-paced stories from the skies, Mandy delivers a truly remarkable talk as a keynote speaker.
Inspiring leadership
through experience
With over a decade on the speaking circuit, Mandy has delivered over 1,000 keynote talks to audiences around the world, including 75% of FTSE 100 companies. With clients ranging from global banks and tech giants to healthcare and education leaders, her front-line RAF experience brings authenticity, energy, and relevance to every stage she steps onto.
Mandy’s talks are grounded in real-world leadership, decision-making under pressure, and teamwork at the highest stakes. She blends elite military training with psychological insight and proven performance strategies, tailored to empower teams in any industry.
Audiences leave inspired—and equipped. From shifting mindsets to strengthening trust and resilience, Mandy’s keynotes spark real transformation. Her impact is consistently rated as “game-changing” by senior leaders across all sectors.
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