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A leading expert on behavioural approaches to improving human performance

An engaging, passionate speaker, Dr Bill Robb has been assisting organisations and their people meet the challenges of clarifying strategy, improving productivity, overcoming morale problems and turning around failing projects and departments for over twenty-five years. Bill Robb has a strong academic background (two masters and two doctoral degrees) but... Read more

Popular Talks by Bill Robb

  • Behavioural Safety/Safety Culture
  • Human Error Reduction
  • Practical Safety Leadership
  • Revitalising your safety observation system
  • Conflict resolution
  • Stress prevention

Biography

An engaging, passionate speaker, Dr Bill Robb has been assisting organisations and their people meet the challenges of clarifying strategy, improving productivity, overcoming morale problems and turning around failing projects and departments for over twenty-five years.

Bill Robb has a strong academic background (two masters and two doctoral degrees) but his extensive expertise and wisdom has been hard-won working with management teams in organisations ranging from large oil majors, drilling companies and shipping companies to medium size businesses in the fields of engineering, construction, law, education and accountancy. His speaking engagements have taken him to United Kingdom, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Cyprus, Dubai, Bahrain, Canada, USA, West Africa, South Africa and Uruguay.

Robb’s speaking style is engaging and interactive. He knows that business success depends on every employee doing the best they can do. Rather than lecture, he offers the audience case studies and gets them to think of solutions to particular challenges. With light-hearted humour, he encourages people to face up to the difficult decisions that often have to be made and to then implement practical straightforward techniques. He makes sure his presentations are directly relevant to what your organisation does and the issues your people are facing now. Bill Robb does his homework.

 

What makes his wisdom unique and his presentations a great success is his dedication to simplicity, summarised by his quote, “Nothing is complicated! It’s just that some problems take more effort to understand, and we sometimes (consciously or unconsciously) make things complicated.”

 

Robb has been published extensively on safety and productivity.

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What clients say about Bill Robb

"Bill Robb has tremendous enthusiasm and builds great rapport with the audience. This is no easy task, bearing in mind the groups can number up to sixty and many people not having a full grasp of English. He puts the message across in a simple but powerful way" - Per Gunnar Aas, Operations Manager Seismic Acquisition, BP Exploration Operating Company Ltd BP
"Bill Robb did a marvellous job. The agenda was packed with important information and the audience comprised senior managers from at least twenty companies and some government officials. Bill skilfully kept the event moving – keeping to time – without making the speakers feel rushed." - Sophie Hildebrand, Beaufort Sea Exploration Manager, BP
"His relaxed and entertaining style breaks down barriers and gets the audience on side quickly. His long experience and wisdom gains the trust of our managers and our client managers. We look forward to the next talk from Bill." John Welsh, Regional Director, UK Offshore, Cape Offshore
"Your three sessions … linked really well with our theme for the day and kept the large group of circa 120 people engaged and entertained. The feedback from our attendees on your contribution and sessions was excellent." George Sloss, Operations Director GallifordTry & MGJV
I would like to say thank you to you on behalf of myself and the 200 personnel for your inspiring words. It was a very action packed day and our personnel really enjoyed the interactive approach you took. John Marlow, Terminal Manager, ConocoPhillips, Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal
"The fast-paced and plain-speaking approach has kept the attention of this demanding audience. Every time the feedback has been excellent.” Dave Fenlon, HSE Manager, ConocoPhillips North Sea.
“Bill Robb draws the audience in with humour, candour, and seriousness. There are no short measures with Bill – his initial approach is to study the delegates early on to gauge the atmosphere prior to his presentation." John Clark, HSE Manager Europe, Noble Drilling

How to book Bill Robb as a keynote speaker

How do I book Bill Robb for a keynote speech?

You can book Bill Robb through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Bill's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Bill Robb's speaking fees?

Bill Robb's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Bill tailored to your event.

What topics does Bill Robb speak about?

Bill Robb speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Bill to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Bill Robb available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Bill Robb for events worldwide, subject to Bill's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Bill Robb deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Bill Robb is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Bill Robb?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Bill can accommodate.

Can Bill Robb tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Bill Robb on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Bill can offer.

What languages does Bill Robb present in?

Bill Robb delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Bill Robb a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Bill Robb's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Bill's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Bill Robb speak at?

Bill Robb can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Bill's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Bill Robb offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Bill Robb is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Bill Robb?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Bill Robb, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Bill's current availability for your dates.