What people are saying about Roger

  • "I have known Roger for over 15 years; almost as long as I have been CEO of the YMCA in North Staffordshire. I was excited when Roger joined the board and he was soon appointed as Vice-Chair. In that time I got to know Roger as a bright able man who had a depth of knowledge and skills manifest so clearly in his book “PRIZE Winning Leadership”. We have been working with Roger to help us navigate and understand the new phase of the YMCA in this rather changed market place. His book has become a bit of a daily reference for our team of directors. It offers simple wisdoms and sensible human truths. It helps to ground us back to reality and the real questions that need to be constantly asked: Why, What, When, Who, etc. Business can spiral into pointless complexities unless those founding principle questions are constantly applied. “PRIZE Winning Leadership” is more of a reference book for us, and it is found on my directors’ desks, not on their bookshelves."

    ~ Danny Flynn (CEO, YMCA North Staffs)

  • "Roger is a consummate speaker and storyteller. His insights into sustainable leadership are powerful, valuable and actionable. I've seen him deliver speeches and presentations that leave his audiences wanting more, and he never disappoints. I have no hesitation in recommending him as a speaker who will delight your audience"

    ~ Alan Stevens, FPSA, PSAE, Past President, Global Speakers Federation

  • "I was delighted to share the stage with Roger recently where he shared some great insights into the ways leaders can engage and inspire through storytelling. Roger spoke with passion and shared his compelling messages with clarity and humour. Especially when navigating the current economic landscape, he simplified the ways we can have greater impact and captivated the audience throughout with his own storytelling. Thank you Roger for sharing such valuable insights"

    ~ Jackie Handy (Leadership Consultant, Runway Global Ltd)

  • "I had the great privilege of working with Roger Fairhead in 2020 and 2021, as he assumed a key leadership role with our affiliated organization, the Global Leadership Network – United Kingdom and Ireland (GLN UKI). During this season, I became very familiar with the strength of Roger’s skills not only as a leader, but also as a leadership advisor. Roger brought to GLN UKI his extensive background in leadership, and in leadership development. In doing so, he demonstrated strong competency in a number of critical leadership functions, including: Team building, Clarity of communications, Vision alignment, Strategic planning, Goal setting and Execution. If your organization is in need of consultation in any of these areas of leadership, I would have no hesitancy in recommending the services of Roger Fairhead"

    ~ Scott Cochrane (Vice President, International Ministries, Global Leadership Network)

  • "I had the absolute pleasure of seeing and hearing Roger speak. Roger used a mix of personal music anecdotes throughout his talk to create an engaging context for his point about the difference between speaking and being a professional speaker - that while you can play the notes, it is the feeling that you convey through mastering the skill of playing (and speaking) that really makes the difference to your audience. His talk was filled with memorable soundbytes and Roger's session demonstrated that the virtual world is no barrier to connecting with, engaging with and leaving an impact on your audience. A brilliant experience and one I'd highly recommend"

    ~ Kym Hamer (CEO & Business Coach)

  • "Roger Fairhead came to speak to my groups about PRIZE winning leadership. What I really loved about Roger is his ability to tell some really great stories to illustrate his fantastic content, and actually, it’s the pace that he goes through it and the format and the structure that he’s got that makes you think from a different perspective about leadership. There are lots of people that talk about leadership but what Roger is able to do is that he allows you to look at things from slightly different angles and different perspectives to really make you think differently as a leader. I fully recommend that you look up hiring Roger."

    ~ Adam Harris (CEO Group Chair)

  • "The session with Roger helped me focus on what it was I was trying to achieve. It clarified my goals and objectives and made it clear that I knew where I was going. It also made me consider how I influence others to join me on that journey and to remember that it’s not just about selling the vision, but also creating the imperative to leave where you currently are at. A very thought-provoking presentation that continues to resonate across the group.Item"

    ~ Nick Brennan (Head Teacher)

  • "Understanding how to get the best out of your team is so important. Hopefully we all want happy, fulfilled, motivated teams as that’s what’s best for them and the business. If you feel you need some guidance in this area definitely speak to Roger. He’s very knowledgeable in his area and easy to talk to. I’ve seen Roger present and he was great. There were lightbulb moments for several around the room."

    ~ Karen Wright (CEO, Reach Accounting Solutions)

  • Roger Fairhead is a gifted man of robust integrity whom I actively enjoy doing business with. He is a well informed and focused individual who has good communication skills and his experience in the field of leadership development will be of value to those organisations, across all sectors, that choose to partner with him. I warmly and enthusiastically commend him and his abilities.

    ~ Mike Hill (Former Bishop of Bristol)

  • I've had the pleasure of hearing Roger speak on a variety of topics. He is an accomplished speaker and his talks are designed to give the audience useful snippets to take away and use. Roger also shares some of his own story during each talk, bringing the topic to life and making the talks - and therefore the content - memorable.

    ~ Dr Sian Rowsell (Sian Rowsell Coaching and Training Limited)

  • As a speaker booker I was really impressed with Roger's presentation. He came on stage and he was playing the violin. He played it very very well, and he actually uses the vocabulary from the song for his session which I thought was quite unique. This morning I was looking for people that are different, that are inspirational, and engaging and Roger was all three.

    ~ Peter J Lynagh (CEO & Founder, Academy for Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs)

  • I've heard Roger speak on Leadership and personal development on several occasions and had the honour of sharing the stage with him a few times. In large rooms, Roger can capture the audience with his assured delivery and friendly style. In smaller settings he quickly builds rapport with each member of the class or workshop and his excellent coaching skills mean he is able to overcome the reticence of the reluctant attendees and stretch the learning of the enthusiasts by equal measure. I have no hesitation in recommending Roger for speaking, coaching and teaching. He is a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with.

    ~ Mark Faithfull (Cyber Coach, Founder & Lead Consultant)

  • I have seen Roger facilitate a meeting and deliver a speech on his “PRIZE Winning Leadership”. On both occasions Roger was outstanding. Roger used humour, stories and relatable anecdotes that fully engaged the audience, making them part of the speech. He used a theme of music, weaved throughout his speech, that was relevant and hammered home the message repeatedly. His simple yet very effective use of technology proved him to be a master of the virtual stage. I have seen many speakers over the last two years. Roger is the best I have seen during this period. As a result of his talk, I have implemented a strategy I can use in my business immediately If you are looking for a speaker, or a trainer to inspire develop or coach your teams in leadership and self-development, book Roger now before he is too busy. You won’t regret it.

    ~ Steve Catchick (Customer Retention Specialist)

  • I've heard Roger speak and he delivers great content with confidence and verve. I've also seen him work online, masterfully leading a multi-person virtual meeting, using technology to promote interaction between delegates and to keep the whole event lively, engaging and pertinent. He also led a workshop on best practice for running virtual or online events that was packed with useful tips and strategies that will make a huge difference to my online activities. If you're looking for a leadership expert, especially someone who can deliver online as well as in person, happy to recommend Roger.

    ~ Steve Bustin (Award-winning Keynote Conference Speaker, Event MC & Compere)

  • Roger recently came along to the Positive HR Forum to talk to the group about ‘Leadership’. Roger is extremely knowledgeable on this subject and his years spent developing leaders was evident throughout his presentation. The group really enjoyed listening to his advice and his structured way of explaining what it takes to be a good leader left everyone with some really useful tools to use in their businesses. Roger is both engaging and insightful and would recommend him to anyone looking to develop in this area.

    ~ Kaye Massey (Leader, Positive HR Forum)

  • A leadership development facilitator who “really” cares about the people in the room and wants 100% to empower them to use the knowledge he imparts. A genuine guy with an engaging delivery style. Well worth a listen to.

    ~ David Hyner (Motivational Speaker)

  • Roger has a unique ability to embody the words and the messages he is conveying which draws the listener towards that message. He presents his wisdom, knowledge and passion for leadership through well structured and genuine presentations. Thanks for the inspiration Roger.

    ~ Aisling Brennan (Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists)

  • Roger listens carefully to your situation. He’ll help you pause and think through it from different perspectives and help remind you of the bigger goals you’re trying to achieve. His international experience is particularly helpful when leading a diverse team. His humble demeanour makes it easy to talk about anything.

    ~ Steven Roberts (Life.Church, Oklahoma)

  • Roger is a man of integrity, hard working and someone you can trust. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience that he loves to pass on to help develop others. I have learnt a lot from Roger and recommend his great work at Prize Winning Leadership.

    ~ Andy Worthington (Open Doors)

  • I had the great pleasure of listening to Roger present on prize winning leadership recently. Not only did I enjoy the presentation and learn about leadership as a result, but he made me consider the importance of ethical influence in leadership.

    ~ Jon Baker (Professional Speaker)

  • I met Roger about a year ago and during this time I have had the opportunity to hear Roger speak. He does this in an engaging and illustrative manner and with charm, taking his audience on a journey whilst delivering key and meaningful messages. I would highly recommend Roger as a keynote speaker who is also an excellent violinist.

    ~ Helen Dos Santos (Wellbeing & Resilience Life Coach)

  • I’ve heard Roger deliver his talks on a number of occasions at both Professional Speaking Association and networking events. Roger has an engaging style and grabs your attention from the outset with his unique way of opening his sessions. He shares stories from his own experience to illustrate the points he is making and underpin the models he uses. I’ve always taken away something useful each time to think about and work on.

    ~ Andrew Deighton (CEO, AWD Development Solutions Ltd)

  • I’ve heard Roger speak on several occasions and he always gives value with his insights and strategies for leadership. Practical take-aways you can use immediately. His contemporary stories and illustrations make his concepts easy to understand. Add to that a style that is warm and engaging I’d happily recommend him as a speaker on leadership.

    ~ John Hotowka (Director, Achievement Thinking Speaker®)

  • Roger is an exceptional networker. I was fortunate to have Roger as my guest speaker at recent business networking event and he was exceptional. Roger delivered a very powerful and inspiring message and was hugely entertaining as well as being highly informative.

    ~ Gillian Farrell (Recruitment Professional)

  • Roger has a passion to help those in a leadership to make the most of their position for themselves and their team, after reading his book “Prize winning Leadership” I knew we were on the same page, highly recommend speaking to Roger if your leadership role is getting the better of you.

    ~ Mark Terrell (Head Coach, The Motivated Business Club)