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The Public Speaking Coach

The Public Speaking Coach – Andrew Ledgerton-Lynch OBE, CEO and Founder of the Blue Light Speakers Agency – offers a comprehensive service for beginners and experienced speakers alike through his innovative SCALE Public Speaking Model.

Whether you are looking for individual coaching or group training (see below for Workshops & Masterclasses delivered alongside an experienced actor and mental health profession), Andrew’s passion, experience and insight into public speaking is sure to enhance your performance through bespoke coaching and training guidance designed to respond to your specific requirements. Andrew was in the first cohort of NLP accredited master coaches in the UK and is also a NLP master practitioner and trainer.

Andrew says: “In developing the SCALE Public Speaking Model I wanted to introduce a model that would work for everyone – wherever they are on the scale – so that they could access their potential and develop their skills.

“I believe that we never stop learning. I continue to pick up pointers all the time from colleagues at the Blue Light Speakers Agency and have a deep passion for sharing knowledge and understanding, especially when it comes to communicating important messages.

“Public speaking is the launch-pad for greater understanding in society, the conduit for inspiring others, improving performance and in a bigger sense a huge opportunity to share learning, save lives and alleviate suffering.”

Speaking Engagements

 

Highlights of Andrew’s speaking engagements include:

  • Speaking in the Rose Garden at No. 10 Downing Street alongside then Home Secretary Sajid Javed as host to Fire Fighters Charity award nominees and honoured guests.

  • Speaking alongside His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, now the Prince of Wales, on the reopening of the charity’s Harcombe House centre.

  • Speaking at an exclusive House of Lords reception.

      In addition, Andrew has hosted and chaired events around the world including:

 

  • Host of the 2025 Blue Light Mental Health Symposium, an initiative developed from the Prince and Princess of Wales' Royal Foundation Emergency Responder Symposium in 2021.

  • Co-founder of the International Joint Operations Command Conference, the first international multi-agency disaster response event of its kind. 

  • Conference programmer and host for the annual UK Fire Show, Watersafe, Fire Asia International and Fire Dubai, Fire Congresses, Fire Knowledge Insight podcasts, Fire Risk Index webinars, the Spirit of Fire Awards, the Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards and the annual Excellence in Fire & Emergency Awards. 

  • Regular webinar host and chair and podcast host.

  • Expert analyst for broadcast media including the BBC and ITN 

Positive Outcomes

  • Enhanced Communication Skills: Participants will learn to articulate ideas clearly and confidently in any setting.

  • Overcoming Nerves: Practical tips and strategies will help participants feel comfortable and in control on stage.

  • Increased Confidence: Helping to overcome fear and anxiety associated with speaking in front of others.

  • Better Persuasion and Influence: Techniques to effectively convey ideas and inspire action.

  • Entering the Zone and Achieving Flow: Attendees will learn how to relax whilst presenting, ensuring they achieve peak performance.

  • Strengthening Identity: Participants will develop a unique voice and style that sets them apart.

  • Enhanced Critical Thinking: Crafting and delivering speeches sharpens logical reasoning and organisational skills.

  • Finding Your Voice: Attendees will learn to tailor their message to different audiences and situations, enabling them to discover their own voice, empowering them to speak up and advocate for themselves and others.

  • Leadership Development: How to develop skills essential for inspiring and guiding teams effectively.

  • Improved Emotional Intelligence: Participants learn to connect with their audience on a deeper level by understanding emotions and responding empathetically.

  • Cultural Competence: The ability to communicate with diverse audiences enhances sensitivity and inclusivity.

  • Enhanced Creativity: Analysing the use of language in crafting speeches to stimulate out-of-the-box thinking and innovative approaches to communication.

  • Media Readiness and Crisis Management: Participants gain confidence in handling interviews, press conferences, or any form of public appearances, however pressurised.

  • Building Resilience: Guidance on building resilience under pressure.

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