General Randy A. George
General, U.S. Army (Ret.); 41st Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army
- Led the U.S. Army’s transformation as the 41st Chief of Staff, overseeing the readiness and modernization of approximately one million personnel across a $190 billion enterprise
- Rose from an enlisted Soldier to four-star general, bringing firsthand experience leading through uncertainty in some of the world’s most demanding operational environments
- Advises industry leaders on managing risk, strengthening organizational performance, and preparing for change
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About Randy George
Download ProfileRising from an enlisted Soldier who joined the Army directly out of high school to the 41st Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, Randy George spent more than three decades leading teams in mission-critical environments around the world. As the Army’s highest-ranking officer, he led the service’s most comprehensive transformation in more than five decades, overseeing the readiness and modernization of approximately one million personnel across a $190 billion enterprise.
Exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, George combines firsthand stories from his career with a timely perspective on strategy and organizational performance. He connects lessons from military leadership to the challenges facing organizations today, exploring how leaders navigate uncertainty, align stakeholders, and lead through change.
George’s military service included multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, command of the 4th Infantry Division and I Corps, and service as Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense. Today, he advises industry leaders on managing risk, helping organizations build readiness, strengthen performance, and stay ahead of change.
Speech Topics
Download TopicsIn this conversation, General Randy George reflects on leading the U.S. Army through its most significant transformation in more than 50 years. He discusses modernizing one of the world’s largest organizations, balancing long-term priorities with the demands of day-to-day operations, and preparing leaders for the challenges ahead. As technology, global competition, and evolving risks reshape organizations, George examines how leaders can adapt without losing sight of the mission that drives their organizations.
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