Lt. Col. Rob "Waldo" Waldman Combat veteran, New York Times Bestselling Author, Hall of Fame Speaker

In today’s highly competitive world of constant change, those who build trust, lead with courage, and collaborate with others will dodge the missiles of adversity and win. During his high energy, interactive keynote, decorated fighter pilot, New York Times bestselling author, executive coach, and Hall of Fame Speaker, Lt Col (ret.) Waldo Waldman will share tools to overcome obstacles, break performance barriers, and take charge of change during adverse times. You’ll discover how to re-commit yourself to excellence and collaborate with your partners, coworkers and customers with trust, courage, and mutual support.

MISSION OBJECTIVE: Assist in creating a constructive culture of trust, commitment, and mutual support that will promote growth, adapting to change, and innovation. A focus will be on core values, accountability, and teamwork. KEY DELIVERABLES: • Instill a “One Team-One Mission” climate of team ownership so that every leader feels fully accountable for the success of the mission. Transformational leaders never fly solo. • Share tools that can motivate the members of your leadership team and their staff to collaborate more effectively, adapt to change, and face adversity and conflict with courage. • Assess leadership strengths and weaknesses and learn tactics for personal and professional growth that will give additional leverage for building high-performance teams. The key to building a high-powered organization that encourages innovative thinking, loyalty to the mission, effective communication, and a relentless commitment to excellence lies with its leadership. In this high-energy program, Lt. Col. Rob “Waldo” Waldman highlights the difference between managing others and leading them to be responsible, empowered and confident wingmen. What results is a more productive and efficient organization with superior morale that can rapidly overcome challenges and competition both internally and externally. Waldo will discuss proven leadership principals based on his experience as an Air Force Academy graduate, combat decorated fighter pilot, and seasoned businessman. A relentless passion for the mission, dedicated teamwork, and a commitment to excellence are just a few key elements of this engaging and highly interactive seminar. The attendees will learn leadership tools based on four key modules: I. Attitude of Excellence: In order to facilitate change and transformation, a leader must first believe in the mission and be fully committed to personal and professional growth. II. Shared Vision - Every wingman must know exactly what they are fighting for and where they are headed. Not only must they be committed to the mission, but they must also understand exactly how their unique role is essential to the organization's success. III. Values Based Culture - Integrity, accountability, service, and teamwork serve as the foundation for all relationships between employees, partners, and clients. IV. Effective Communication – Leaders must listen empathetically and communicate with respect. Most importantly, they should command excellence from each other and not demand it. Leaders promote open dialogue and create an environment where mission critical feedback and constructive conflict is appreciated and expected.