Andrew Frankum

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Interim Building Safety Manager at Watford Community Housing

Uttoxeter, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Andrew Frankum is a highly influential health and safety leader with over 20 years of experience, specializing in building and fire safety within the housing sector. He is the Chair of the National Social Housing Fire Strategy Group and founder of AFHS Consulting. Colleagues describe him as a knowledgeable, passionate, and inspiring professional with memberships at IOSH, CIH, and IFSM.

Interesting fact: Andrew was named the #4 Global Influencer in Fire Safety for 2021 by IFSEC.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Charismatic

Persuasive

They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.  They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions. They like to keep things under control.

Topics They Care About

Building & Fire Safety
A core focus of his entire career, he has authored national guidance, influenced policy, and is the primary architect of a key building safety competence framework.
Resident Engagement
He is a vocal advocate for engaging directly with residents to understand real-world building risks, build trust, and ensure their safety is prioritized.
Regulatory Compliance
His recent public speaking and podcast appearances focus on interpreting and implementing upcoming changes in fire and building safety regulations for the housing sector.

Media Appearances

Andrew has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2026
Interim Building Safety Manager at Watford Community Housing
9-2025
Founder and Managing Director at AFHS Consulting Limited
4-2022
Non Executive Director at Building Safety Alliance Ltd
1-2022 - 8-2025
Executive Director of Health & Safety and Compliance at Concept Housing Association
9-2021 - 12-2021
Head of Health and Safety at Swan Housing Association

Education

Andrew has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently

DONT's

  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Andrew

Personality Compatibility


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