Martha McSally

BE UNBREAKABLE: Lead with Courage. Adapt with Agility. Accelerate Growth.

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Speaks on:

Adaptive Leadership

Authentic Leadership

Personal Growth

Resilience

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Keynote


Bronze Star
6 Air Medals
David Schilling Award--Air Force Association

Audience members say

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Martha captivates audiences with her authentic blend of fighter pilot grit and down-to-earth wisdom that transforms lives. She creates safe spaces for self-reflection through her "honest, vulnerable" approach, connecting deeply with listeners who consistently report her talks were "what I needed to hear." Her unique background—from military service to political leadership—adds remarkable credibility to her practical strategies, while her patriotic moments, including her moving rendition of "God Bless America," often bring audiences to tears.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants felt empowered to confront their fears and pursue personal growth.

  • Attendees gained actionable strategies for self-improvement and leadership.

  • Listeners felt inspired to embrace authenticity and vulnerability in their lives.

  • Participants felt motivated to redefine their identities and overcome past traumas.

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Martha's Bio

Colonel (Ret.) Martha E. McSally is a groundbreaking leader, author, and speaker, known for overcoming adversity to achieve historic feats. She made history as the first woman in the U.S. to fly a fighter jet in combat and command a fighter squadron. A Bronze Star recipient, McSally flew 325 combat hours and led her squadron on critical missions during six Middle East and Afghanistan deployments. A tireless advocate for gender equality, she successfully challenged discriminatory military policies. McSally’s leadership and resilience, forged through personal hardships and military service, inspire audiences to reach their full potential. She holds two master’s degrees, is a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and is the author of Dare to Fly. An accomplished endurance athlete, McSally’s personal achievements include completing marathons, triathlons, and summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Blanc. She now impacts lives through keynotes and curated adventure trips.

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Martha Offers the Following Talks

Adaptive LeadershipResilience

Be Unbreakable: Lead With Courage. Adapt With Agility. Accelerate Growth.

  • Learn how to stay calm, focused, and confident in the face of uncertainty

  • Recognize the decision-making strategies elite leaders use under pressure and create your own

  • Learn how to build trust-driven, high-performance teams that execute relentlessly

  • Create a blueprint for shifting from reactive to strategic, agile leadership

  • Learn how to transform adversity into momentum and lead with courage

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Personal GrowthAuthentic Leadership

I AM… How to Soar as Your Best Self

  • Learn how to strip away limiting beliefs, false identities, and labels to connect with your true self

  • Learn practical steps to thrive authentically in both life and work

  • Discover the connection between identity and decision-making in leadership and personal growth

  • Learn how to develop resilience and self-awareness to lead with greater confidence and impact

  • Acquire techniques to cultivate alignment and clarity for better performance and life satisfaction

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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Martha

Absolutely! Martha doesn't give "cookie cutter" speeches so she'll tailor her unique message to fit the needs of YOUR audience. She'll conduct an extensive pre-event content call with you to best understand how she can make an impact and leave your attendees transformed.

Martha would be happy to record a video for you to share with your followers as you promote your event! We'll cover this in our conversation and pre-event calls. Need her materials in a pinch? Here's all of her event marketing materials in one, handy place: https://www.metaspeakers.org/mmassets

Sure do! Book signing? ✅ Meet and greet? ✅ VIP dinner? ✅

We certainly understand every budget is unique. Martha's fees reflect her expertise, but she's open to a conversation about your needs. Let's connect directly to explore solutions so we can make your event unforgettable together!

Martha's clients are welcome to record her speeches and house the footage in a secure place for up to 60 days. We kindly ask for a copy of the footage two weeks post event.

To simplify planning, Martha has a flat travel fee of $4,000 which covers all her travel expenses. We also ask for hotel accommodation (usually just one night). This streamlined approach ensures no surprise costs for you! Hosting her locally in Arizona? Great news: no travel fees apply.


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