Veteran

<p>A decorated U.S. Navy SEAL Commander, Rorke Denver applies lessons and strategies from some of the world’s most dangerous, high-risk situations to today’s tough corporate environment.</p><p>Commander Rorke Denver has run every phase of training for the SEALs and led special-forces missions in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and other international hot spots. His service in the SEALS earned him the Bronze Star with “V” for valorous action in combat.

<p>Sharing exhilarating stories from his extraordinary career, commercial astronaut and space program executive Dr. Alan Stern encourages audiences that anything is possible with dedication, perseverance, and strong leadership.</p><p>Dr.

<p>As a decorated combat veteran, Jason O. Harris brings unique perspectives on leadership and development of team members to your organization</p><p>Through harrowing, experiences, Jason has learned the importance of cross-generational communication relying on men and women from half to twice his age. This communication is based on mutual trust and is the basis for his No Fail Trust methodology. The trust he instilled in his air crews kept them in the sky and out of harm’s way.

<p>“TopGun” fighter pilot and trainer leverages the leadership lessons of teams in flight to show audiences what it takes to build inspired, compassionate, mission-driven teams and leaders.</p><p>Patrick had a distinguished 27-year career in the United States Marine Corps as an Active Duty and Reserve fighter pilot. He was stationed in San Diego, CA. and participated in four six-month deployments: three to the Western Pacific and one to Al Assad, Iraq. Patrick was recognized as the Instructor Pilot of the Year and graduated from the U.S.

<p>One of the Army’s most skilled logisticians, Major General Vincent Boles (Ret.) has decades of experience in managing the world’s largest and most complex supply chain, from the port to the Pentagon, and he gives audiences the benefit of his considerable leadership and supply chain expertise. </p><p>General Boles served in a variety of assignments over a 33-year career, holding command positions at every level and serving in multiple combat deployments.

<p>Former NSA Director and head of US Cyber Command—and a trusted expert in geopolitical risk—Admiral Mike Rogers shows leaders how to embrace chaos as an opportunity for change.</p><p>A four-star Admiral with 37 years of service, including his leadership roles as the Director of the National Security Agency (NSA), Commander of U.S. Cyber Command and the Central Security Service, Admiral Rogers’ experience as a cybersecurity practitioner and policymaker is unmatched.

<p>Travis Mills’ keynote speech teaches and inspires audiences nationwide to “Never give up. Never quit.” no matter the obstacles or circumstances. Mills’ larger-than-life personality, sense of humor and incredible spirit for life engages audiences from the moment he takes center stage.</p><p>On April 10, 2012, United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was critically injured on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive device) while on patrol, losing portions of both legs and both arms.

<p>Gus Perna, the visionary leader and logistician behind the nation’s COVID-19 response, shares the principles of leadership, teamwork, strategic planning, secure operations, and supply chain mastery that helped his team orchestrate the largest, safest, and most rapid vaccine deployment effort in global history.</p><p><i>*Please note: This is not an endorsement of Keppler Speakers services or events by the Department of Defense or its components.</i></p><p>Before he was named to co-lead the U.S.

<p>J.R. Martinez is an actor, best-selling author, motivational speaker, advocate, and wounded U.S. Army veteran. He is many things. But perhaps most significantly, he is an inspiration.</p><p>In March of 2003, J.R. was deployed to Iraq. On April 5, he was driving a Humvee in Karbala when his left front tire hit a roadside bomb. The three other soldiers were ejected from the burning vehicle, but J.R. was trapped inside. He suffered smoke inhalation and severe burns to 34 percent of his body. J.R.

<p>From her days as a naval intelligence officer to her role as one of today’s most influential economists, Commander/Dr. Mary C. Kelly has carved out an unforgettable career in leadership. </p><p>Former chief of police, professor, realtor and HR Director – Mary has spent over 25 years teaching and training more than 40,000 military and civilian personnel.