Waldo Waldman
<p>As an expert in change management and applying a “fighter pilot state of mind” to business, Lt. Col. (ret.) Waldo Waldman helps organizations navigate change to build more resilient, collaborative cultures of trust and courage in even the most competitive, turbulent conditions.</p><p>Lt. Col.
Jim Knight
<p>One of the "Top 10 Rated and Booked Speakers in the U.S.”, renowned keynote speaker, author and culture catalyst Jim Knight teaches organizations of all sizes how to attain their own “rock star” status.</p><p>Although his illustrious career started at Gatorland Zoo in Florida (he has scars to prove it), Jim cut his teeth in the hospitality training industry and eventually led Global Training for Hard Rock International for two decades.
Jim Craig
<p>Leadership expert Jim Craig is best remembered for his outstanding goaltending in the "Miracle on Ice" during the 1980 winter Olympics. In what has been labeled the greatest sports moment of the 20th century, the United States hockey team beat the heavily favored Russians and went on to win the Olympic gold medal.
Afterburner Seminars
<p>Afterburner Seminars is a cutting-edge management training team composed of a select group of our nation's top military fighter pilots. Their mission: use combat-proven fighter-pilot skills to achieve victory in today's business world.</p><p>During their legendary Afterburner Day Program, your team will experience firsthand the similarities between business and air combat.
Tom Flick
<p>Dynamic and highly sought-after, leadership expert Tom Flick has delivered over 3,000 presentations to a "who's-who" list of clients that includes Microsoft, Starbucks, Google, Boeing, American Express, Amazon, NASA, MercedesBenz and the Pentagon. Mr. Flick addresses more than 100,000 men and women each year and has garnered a reputation around the world as an authority on leadership, helping organizations develop leaders, lead effective change and accelerate personal, team and organizational performance.</p>
William Espey
<p>The multi-award-winning visionary behind Chipotle, William Espey shares his recipe for connecting authentically and powerfully with customers and employees.</p><p>William Espey is a branding expert known for his pivotal role in creating and developing one of the most significant and successful brands of the last quarter century—Chipotle Mexican Grill. As the company’s “brand voice” for an almost twenty-year run, he played a crucial role in cultivating its growth from its early entrepreneurial roots to the multi-billion dollar chain it became in the U.S. and abroad.
Tom Morrison
<p>Tom Morrison is a life coach and award-winning Association Executive who lives and breathes marketplace disruption and personal development. Tom lead his company to over a 1,000% growth increase since 2006, through using the key elements he shares in his keynotes. Tom's energetic keynote, "When Uberization Collides With Your Industry," has been a wake up call to industries across the country.</p><p>Over Tom’s 20+ year career as a trade association CEO, he has been a student of marketplace disruption, as well as personal development.
Florent Groberg
<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.
Gene Kranz
<p>Gene Kranz shares lessons from one of mankind's most challenging endeavors, revealing how grit, teamwork and thoughtful leadership ensure victory in any circumstance.</p><p>An iconic NASA flight director, Gene is best known for his leadership in bringing Apollo 13 safely back to Earth and guiding Apollo 11 into history with the first moon landing.
Lauren Manning
<p>True survivor of extreme challenge, and business leader, Lauren Manning shares experiences that help organizations thrive even in the most difficult of times.</p><p>“It was my moment. my choice. Keep fighting or surrender and die. I made the choice. I decided to live.”</p><p>The most catastrophically wounded survivor in the September 11th attacks, Lauren battled against all odds to emerge from the fires. A world-renowned role model for her resilience and fortitude surmounting personal and professional challenges.