<p>NASA astronaut Fred Haise takes you through one of the most incredible events in space-program history, while emphasizing the importance of teamwork, training, and leadership. </p><p>A real American hero, Fred began his 20-year NASA career as an aeronautical research pilot and served as backup crew for early Apollo missions. But he is best known as the lunar module pilot on the ill-fated 1970 Apollo 13 lunar mission, immortalized by actor Bill Paxton in the blockbuster film, <i>Apollo 13</i>. </p><p>In 2022, the gripping story of his experiences were published by Smithsonian Books in <i>Never Panic Early: An Apollo 13 Astronaut’s Journey</i>. The book offers a detailed firsthand account of the crisis that ensued when an oxygen tank exploded three days into the mission. A crewmate uttered the now iconic words, “Houston, we’ve had a problem here,” and the world anxiously watched as one of history’s most incredible rescue missions unfolded.</p><p>Following the Apollo 13 mission, Fred commanded the space shuttle <i>Enterprise</i> during its Approach and Landing Tests. </p><p>Drawing on his unique experiences, Fred delivers dynamic presentations in which he clearly illustrates that there is no achievement without risk. As he stresses the importance of developing talented, well-trained teams guided by strong leadership, Fred outlines what it takes for you and your organization to succeed under pressure.</p>
Apollo 13 Astronaut and Recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
<ul><li><b>Failure Is Not An Option</b></li><li>Apollo 13 astronaut and motivational speaker Fred Haise discusses and defines teamwork as it applies to his audiences. This respected American icon displays how competence, perseverance, and leadership combine to assure ultimate victory under any circumstances. Whether you are facing a crisis situation or a regular day in the office, Haise's dynamic presentations explain the tools necessary to cope with a variety of situations, emphasizing the importance of control in communication and individual responsibility. For a man who began his career at the dawn of the technological age, success as a unit is intertwined with focused leadership, trust and values, motivation, and the ability to understand that there is no achievement without risk.</li></ul>