Waldo Waldman

Known as “The Wingman,” Lt Col Waldo Waldman is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, combat decorated fighter pilot, New York Times bestselling author, and executive coach. An expert on change management and resilience, he helps leaders build collaborative cultures of trust and courage in highly competitive, turbulent conditions.

During his interactive in-person (or virtual) leadership program, Waldo shares combat tested tools and techniques on managing change, performing under pressure, and building trusting relationships to help build courage, commitment, and revenue during challenging times.

Leaders will learn:

• How to leverage one’s mindset to maintain focus amidst uncertainty
• The three steps peak performers take to face adversity with courage
• Tactics to cultivate resilience and confidence to lead under pressure
• How to grow influence and impact with coworkers, clients and partners

Waldo’s message inspires a “One Team, One Mission” culture and reminds leaders that winners Never Fly Solo®.

Flying solo? You might think so. But take a good look around…you have support staff. You have managers. You have suppliers and distributors. And you have colleagues, family members and significant others. By placing your trust in those around you—you can overcome obstacles, adapt to change, serve your customer and achieve success during adverse times. By placing your trust in your Wingmen and by being a Wingman to others, there is no mission you can’t complete in business or life.

Lt. Col. Rob “Waldo” Waldman overcame a lifelong battle with claustrophobia and a fear of heights to become a combat decorated U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and highly successful businessman and entrepreneur. His motto is “Winners Never Fly Solo!”

Through his captivating personal and business related stories and high energy videos, learn how you, like a fighter pilot, can succeed in highly competitive and demanding environments. Discover how to prepare diligently for every mission; employ loyal Wingmen to promote integrity and trust; and lead your team with courage, compassion and conviction. Be inspired to take to the skies knowing that you have

Wingmen to help you face challenges and change with confidence while maximizing your potential in all aspects of your life.
•  “Check-6” to Develop a Culture of Teamwork and Mutual Support
•  “Chair-Fly” Sales Missions to Increase Revenues
•  Transform Relationships into Revenue
•  Convert Fear into Focus
•  Lead with Courage and Compassion

•  How can you instill a climate of ownership in your organization so that every person feels like they are accountable and responsible for its success?

•  What tools can you employ to motivate the members of your organization to focus on the mission rather than themselves?

•  How can you help create an organization where change and innovation are not met with fear, but embraced with courage and respected as a tool to beat the competition?

The key to building a high performing 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, multimedia workshop, Waldo highlights the difference between managing people 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 in a competitive marketplace.

Waldo discusses proven leadership principals based on his experience as a graduate of the Air Force Academy, seasoned Air Force officer and combat decorated fighter pilot, and experienced businessman.