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The Ready Room is your personal leadership prep space—built for those who face complexity, command teams, and make decisions when it matters most.
Inside, you’ll find battle-tested tools, insights, and resources from Pete Gaynor—former FEMA Administrator, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and U.S. Marine.
What’s Inside:
Leadership Insights
Explore in-depth articles and published pieces from Pete Gaynor—covering crisis leadership, public safety strategy, emergency management reform, and lessons from the field.
Whether it’s a national op-ed or a behind-the-scenes breakdown, each insight is shaped by real-world experience at the highest level.
An Inside Look:
The Essence of Leadership
Hear Pete in his element—talking real stakes and real leadership with a grounded approach in this featured episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast.
Podcast Interviews & Features
Listen to Pete in conversation—unpacking real-world challenges, leadership philosophies, and what it takes to stay calm under pressure. Great for commutes, workouts, or your next gear-check.
✓ Get an inside look at Pete’s grounded approach
✓ Updated regularly with new content
Pete’s Reading List
Books that shaped Pete’s actions.
✓ Handpicked titles
✓ Includes leadership insights from across sectors