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From military veterans, former Navy SEALs, fighter pilots, and high-ranking leaders like star generals, experts in special operations command, Leading Authorities speakers bureau represents a wide range of military speakers who are sure to inspire any audience.  Hear from impactful military keynote speakers and armed forces speakers who deliver life-changing presentations.  

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Stanley McChrystal

Stanley McChrystal

Former Commander of US and International Forces in Afghanistan, Best-Selling Author, & Co-Founder of the McChrystal Group

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Stanley McChrystal

General Stanley McChrystal is a four-star general, the former commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan and the former leader of Joint Special Operations Command, which oversees the most sensitive counter-terrorism units. He is widely praised for revolutionizing warfare by fusing intelligence and operations and is credited with the capture of Saddam Hussein and the location and killing al-Qaeda’s leader in Iraq. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates called McChrystal “one of America’s greatest warriors.” McChrystal addresses leadership, teambuilding, and geopolitics.
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Leadership Middle East National Security Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration Decision Making Change Management Corporate Culture Crisis Management Geopolitics Authors College & University Speakers Military Leaders TED Speakers
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Lisa Jaster

Lisa Jaster

Army Ranger School Graduate, Leadership and Peak Performance Expert

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
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Lisa Jaster

Lisa Jaster is one of only three women to graduate from the first integrated United States Army Ranger program, which is one of the most difficult combat training courses in the world, and she was the first female Army Reserve officer to become Ranger qualified. Lisa continues to demonstrate that barriers are meant to be broken and exemplifies how perseverance and hard work are absolutely essential to achieving your goals. Filled with humorous stories and moving anecdotes, her talks leave audiences inspired to push past adversity no matter the cost and better their lives.
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Peak Performance Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Resilience & Overcoming Adversity Relationship Building Risk-Takers Decision Making Athletes, Coaches, & Commentators Authors Female Speakers Military Leaders
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Nadja West

Nadja West

First African American Army Surgeon General and Former Commanding General, US Army Medical Command

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  • Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • Europe: $55,001 - $75,000*
  • Asia: $75,001 and up*
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Nadja West

A trailblazer in female leadership, Lieutenant General (ret) Nadja West is the 44th Army Surgeon General and the former Commanding General of US Army Medical Command. She is the first African American woman 3-star General in the Army’s history, the first African American Army Surgeon General, and currently the highest-ranking woman to ever graduate from West Point. West shares her story of grit, perseverance, strength, and breaking boundaries, even when faced with adversity. Taking audiences on her journey to becoming the Army’s first African American woman 3-star General, she motivates them to overcome challenges with self-belief, bravery, and balance. With more than 20 years of experience in executive leadership, crisis management, and disaster response – including crafting the DOD medical response to the Ebola crisis – West speaks expertly on leadership tactics to effectively lead teams through times of uncertainty and crisis. "She was magnificent - a true inspiration. Her characterization of leadership and the way in which she shapes that conversation is simple, yet powerful. Members LOVED her. I’d follow her anywhere!" - Apparel Company "I thought she did a very good job sharing her experiences and adapting them to be relatable to what our team is going thru personally and professionally. She was genuine, articulate and displayed tremendous poise sharing the traits that make great leaders." - Media Company
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Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Resilience & Overcoming Adversity Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration Decision Making Crisis Management Healthcare Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion African American Speakers Diverse Voices Female Speakers Military Leaders
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Paul M. Nakasone

Paul M. Nakasone

Former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command & Former Director of the National Security Agency, Four-Star Army General (Ret.)

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  • Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • Europe: $75,001 and up*
  • Asia: $75,001 and up*
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Paul M. Nakasone

A name synonymous with visionary leadership, retired four-star Army General Paul M. Nakasone is the longest-serving leader of the U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, and is regarded among an elite class of leaders whose strategic expertise at the nexus of cybersecurity, technology, and geopolitics has laid the groundwork for upholding our nation’s security in the modern age. General Nakasone’s career spans more than three decades of pivotal moments in modern warfare and digital defense and he draws upon his experiences constantly at the epicenter of conflict to share battle-tested lessons on transformational leadership, while also examining the challenges and opportunities organizations face in the ever-evolving tech and security landscape. "Wow! What an outstanding afternoon and evening. Gen. Nakasone was such a dynamic and engaging speaker. Thank you so much for assisting me with Gen. Nakasone and we look forward to seeing him again!" - University He was amazing!!!!! Very cool guy and the team loved it. Would love to book him again next year." - Financial Services Company
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Leadership National Security Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data China Cyber Security Geopolitics Military Leaders
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Scott Mann

Scott Mann

High-Impact Leadership Expert, Master Storyteller, Retired Green Beret

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
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Scott Mann

Scott Mann is a master storyteller and former Green Beret who inspires leaders to build trust, manage change, and foster psychological safety through the power of storytelling. After confronting his own struggles of war, Scott discovered storytelling as a path to healing and human connection. Now, he talks to leaders about how they can leverage storytelling to create trust in an increasingly fast-paced world. Drawing on high-stakes leadership experiences, Mann advises organizations of all kinds — from Fortune 100 corporations (including Capital One, Walmart, Raymond James, and Fannie Mae) to local small businesses — on how to mobilize their teams, forge deeper connections with their people, and gain a more complete understanding of the opportunities that exist to create high-trust, high-performance cultures. “I don’t think we could have picked a better person to close out this year’s convention. Scott has a fresh and approachable perspective on leadership that resonated with everyone in the room — not to mention, he almost had the audience in tears. Our Vice President of Government Affairs told me that he thought Scott was the best keynote speaker he has ever seen.” - Real Estate Company "Scott was one of the best speakers we have had in several years! Everyone raved about how good he was. In fact, many of the panels and speakers that came after him referenced take aways they had gotten from his presentation. He really pulled on the heart strings too! Lots of rapid blinking holding back tears… He gets a 5 star ++++ rating. I came home and bought his book!" - Storage Company
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Peak Performance Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Resilience & Overcoming Adversity Relationship Building Risk-Takers Teamwork & Collaboration Decision Making Change Management Corporate Culture Crisis Management Growth Mental Health, Happiness, & Wellness Authors Military Leaders TED Speakers
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Chris Cassidy

Chris Cassidy

NASA Astronaut, Navy SEAL, CEO and President of the National Medal of Honor Museum

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
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Chris Cassidy

A decorated veteran of the sea, air, land, and outer space, Captain Chris Cassidy is among the leaders of an exclusive and distinguished group of accomplished military astronauts who have made an impact on and beyond this world. Recognized for his leadership and achievements as a United States Navy SEAL and a NASA astronaut, CAPT Cassidy’s various military deployments and spaceflight missions provided the catalysts for an action-packed career where he made the most of every opportunity presented to him, even in challenging and high-stakes environments. “The event was great, and Chris did a remarkable job. He was well prepared, and the discussion was extremely engaging for everyone in attendance. I have received positive feedback from across our company and am extremely happy with how the event turned out.” - Financial Services Company "Chris was great! He did a great job of engaging our audience." - State Police
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Adventure Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Teamwork & Collaboration Military Leaders
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Thomas "Pat" Payne

Thomas "Pat" Payne

Medal of Honor Recipient, Elite Special Operations Leader

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Thomas "Pat" Payne

Sergeant Major Thomas “Patrick” Payne is a Medal of Honor recipient, elite special operations leader, and decorated combat veteran whose gripping stories of courage, resilience, and teamwork inspire audiences to push beyond their limits. Renowned for his leadership under extreme pressure, Payne played a pivotal role in a daring hostage rescue mission in Iraq. His insights on leadership, perseverance, and decision-making equip organizations with the mindset needed to thrive in high-stakes environments.
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Leadership Resilience & Overcoming Adversity Military Leaders
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Mike Studeman

Mike Studeman

U.S. Navy Rear Admiral (Ret.), Renowned National Intelligence Leader, Foreign Policy Practitioner, & China Expert

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  • Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • Europe: $55,001 - $75,000*
  • Asia: $75,001 and up*
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Mike Studeman

Rear Admiral Mike Studeman is a decorated military leader and former Commander of the Office of Naval Intelligence who stands as one of the United States’ preeminent national security officials. His distinguished 35-year career has taken him to assignments around the globe and positioned him as one of the most influential voices on intelligence, foreign policy, and defense matters. He is an internationally recognized authority on Asian affairs with deep expertise on China. Studeman has led intelligence operations at every level — from the tactical to the strategic, through crises and war – and is an accomplished foreign policy practitioner with a track record of geostrategic impact.
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Leadership National Security Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration China Crisis Management Geopolitics Military Leaders
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Curt Cronin

Curt Cronin

Expert on Leading High-Performance Teams, Former Navy SEAL

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • Europe: $10,001 - $20,000*
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Curt Cronin

Curt spent more than 13 years as a Navy SEAL and was deployed 13 times, spending more than four years overseas. While at SEAL Team ONE, he deployed to the PACIFIC and CENTCOM areas of operation and was personally selected to command the personal security detail for the President of Iraq. Curt is the co-founder of global consulting firm Ridgeline Partners, a top five graduate of the United States Naval Academy and has received the Bronze Star with Valor, Bronze Star medal, and three Distinguished Meritorious Service Medals while serving in the U.S. Navy.
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Leadership Teamwork & Collaboration Military Leaders
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Scott Moore

Scott Moore

US Navy SEAL Rear Admiral (ret.)

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Scott Moore

Rear Admiral Scott Moore is the former deputy commander of Naval Special Warfare. From the mountains of Afghanistan to briefings in the Oval Office, he is the man our nation’s leaders trust when failure is not an option. Whether leading a group of men or interfacing with Pakistani military leaders, he directed more than 2,000 missions and was involved in the marquee moments of our nation’s history. His presentations are a nail-biting, adrenaline-pumping glimpse into what it takes to create and lead high-performing teams. “Scott did a great job in interacting with our audience and was very well received – he also did a good job tying in leadership qualities with his speech. I would recommend him for other groups.” - Automobile Association “Admiral Moore was fantastic! Everyone was absolutely engrossed in his presentation and he was the most talked about part of our meeting at the dinner afterwards. He was everything we thought he would be and we are extremely happy with his speech.” - Construction Company
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Peak Performance Leadership Teamwork & Collaboration Military Leaders
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Gina Ortiz Jones

Gina Ortiz Jones

27th Under Secretary of the Air Force; Barrier-Breaking Public Servant and Military Leader

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  • Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
  • Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
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Gina Ortiz Jones

With an unwavering commitment to public service, The Honorable Gina Ortiz Jones has continually pushed boundaries, shattered glass ceilings, and left an enduring impact in the realm of national security, politics, and beyond.  She has held several high-ranking titles throughout her career, including becoming the first woman of color and first out lesbian to serve as the under secretary of a military department when she was appointed by President Joe Biden as the 27th Under Secretary of the Air Force in July 2021. Unanimously confirmed by the Senate, the appointment made her the second-highest ranking civilian in the Department of the Air Force, which includes the Air Force and the Space Force. She is a name synonymous with trailblazing leadership and an unyielding commitment to creating positive change.
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Leadership National Security Teamwork & Collaboration Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Geopolitics Diverse Voices Female Speakers Military Leaders
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Chris Fussell

Chris Fussell

President at McChrystal Group, Best-selling Author, Leadership Expert, and Former US Navy SEAL Officer

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  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
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Chris Fussell

Chris Fussell is a former Navy SEAL Officer and the current President at McChrystal Group, a premier leadership and management consulting firm founded by General McChrystal and fellow SEAL David Silverman. Fussell leads the company’s sales, branding, and client relations teams, bringing his Special Operations experience and his expertise in cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing within large, dispersed organizations. “I am extremely pleased with our speaker, Chris Fussell. He exceeded my expectations for a relevant and captivating talk. Our participants rated Chris extremely high--in fact his overall evaluation was one of the highest scores a speaker has received in the 5 years of this annual meeting.” - Healthcare Company “Everything went terrific! Chris did a fantastic job and related well with the physician group. I would definitely recommend Chris as a speaker for any organization who works with teams.” - Physician Group
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Leadership Teamwork & Collaboration Decision Making Corporate Culture Crisis Management Authors Military Leaders
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Proven Leadership and Motivation 

Our motivational military leadership speakers are unparalleled in their ability to inspire. Drawing from years of service in the armed forces, they share lessons in discipline, team building, and personal growth. They have as much relevance to business leaders as they do to the military when delivering their expertise in strategies forged in combat and leadership principles.

Expert Commentary on National Security and World Affairs

From their various experiences in national security, defense, and special operations, our speakers bring a wealth of knowledge on global issues. From addressing corporate challenges to driving innovation, their ability to convert military tactics to business settings makes them an asset for corporations looking to shape corporate culture and institute change. 

Compelling, Actionable Stories 

Our motivational military speakers captivate audiences with real-life experiences that underscore the value of teamwork, mental toughness, and adaptability. From tales of surviving extreme conditions to leading under pressure, their stories inspire audiences to persevere through adversity and perform at their best under stressful conditions.

Why Choose Leading Authorities Speakers Bureau for Your Next Event? 

When you work with Leading Authorities speakers bureau, you'll gain access to a diverse range of military speakers who can customize their message to match any event. These speakers share firsthand accounts of their combat experience, strategies for teamwork and mental toughness, and insights into global security and national security. Their stories of courage, resilience, and hard work inspire audiences to achieve peak performance and embrace positive change in their personal and professional lives. 

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