<p>From the battlefield to the boardroom, Florent “Flo” Groberg inspires audiences to thrive in challenging environments and to find the strength to complete any mission. </p><p>Florent “Flo” Groberg’s career combines military valor with corporate leadership and strategic influence. More than a Medal of Honor recipient, Groberg is a transformative leader who has demonstrated resilience and decisiveness in the toughest environments. From saving lives on the frontlines of Afghanistan to leading corporate teams through complex crises, Groberg inspires leaders and organizations to tackle extraordinary challenges head-on.</p><p>During his second deployment to Afghanistan in 2012, Captain Groberg tackled a suicide bomber, saving many lives. Tragically, the attack claimed the life of his Command Sergeant Major and others. For his heroic actions, Groberg was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest recognition for valor in combat.</p><p>After overcoming severe injuries and 34 surgeries, Groberg rebuilt his life and took on leadership roles at DIA, LinkedIn, Boeing, and Microsoft. At Boeing, he served as Chief of Staff to the CEO during the 737 Max crisis, gaining deep experience in crisis management and leadership at the top of the aerospace industry. At Microsoft, Groberg led key initiatives in AI, machine learning, and secure communication solutions, driving government cloud expansion and critical defense partnerships.</p><p>Today, Groberg serves as a Managing Director at AE Industrial Partners, leading efforts to optimize and grow a portfolio of companies that support national defense and aerospace, leveraging his unique blend of military and corporate experience. His leadership in strategy and portfolio management has positioned him as a key advisor to C-suite executives, guiding companies in high-stakes industries to navigate crises, develop growth strategies, and drive innovation. He also collaborated with Activision/Blizzard to create a Call of Duty character, raising millions to support veteran hiring initiatives. Additionally, he developed a leadership course through Madecraft, offering insights into resilience, teamwork, and leadership.</p><p> </p>
Transformational Leadership and Strategy Expert; Former U.S. Army Captain; Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient
<ul><li><b><strong>Opportunities Earned & Leadership Learned: An American Hero’s Journey</strong></b></li><li>A true American hero as humble as he is grateful, Medal Of Honor recipient Florent Groberg shares with audiences an unforgettable story and equally remarkable lessons on leadership, selflessness, and the importance of setting goals and earning what you wish to achieve. With a palpable passion for sharing his journey to inform and inspire others, Groberg discusses the key stages and people in his life, and how they shaped him to be the leader, advocate and role model he is today, including: growing up abroad and lessons from his mother and adoptive father; his immediate, innate desire to take action as he watched the 9/11 terrorist attacks unfold from his college dorm room; his patient and persistent efforts to enlist in the U.S. Army; and his selfless actions in Afghanistan that earned him the nation’s top award for valor in combat.</li><li><b><strong>Overcoming Adversity - Finding A Positive In A Negative Situation</strong></b></li><li>After three years in and out of the hospital and losing the majority of his leg, Groberg came to the realization that he was no longer fit to serve as an infantry officer. He discusses how he learned to deal with his demons early on and embrace the support from friends, family and other wounded warriors, resulting in him overcoming significant challenges and finding success on different paths. Groberg also discusses his role as an advocate for veteran’s issues.</li></ul>