Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom, Courage, Leadership & the American Spirit
In 2026, we celebrate a remarkable milestone—the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America. For two and a half centuries, our nation has been defined by the courage of those who fought for independence, the service of generations who defended our freedoms, and the innovators, leaders, and everyday citizens who continue to shape our future. As we commemorate this historic anniversary, Speakers.com proudly honors the military heroes, veterans, and patriotic leaders whose stories remind us of the resilience, sacrifice, and determination that have helped define our nation for 250 years. From all of us at Speakers.com, Happy 250th Anniversary, America!
MIKE SARAILLE
Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille is a 3x best-selling author, recognized as a leading authority on leadership, organizational culture, and high-performing teams. His leadership in combat included pivotal roles during the Battle of Ramadi in 2006 and the Battle of Sadr City in 2008. Today, he helps organizations apply elite military leadership principles to build stronger cultures, develop resilient leaders, and create teams that thrive under pressure.
ROB WALDMAN
Lt. Col. (ret.) Rob ‘Waldo’ Waldman – The Wingman – is a Hall of Fame leadership speaker and author of bestseller Never Fly Solo. He is a highly experienced combat veteran with over 2,650 flight hours and sixty-five real world combat missions, having flown both in Iraq enforcing the “No-Fly Zone” and in Yugoslavia during Operation Allied Force in 1999. Drawing on the “Wingman” philosophy, he teaches organizations how to build trust and create resilient teams that succeed in high-stakes environments.
JR MARTINEZ
J.R. Martinez is a heroic, U.S. Army veteran who suffered severe burns to 34% of his body & went on to become an accomplished author and actor. He has inspired millions with his motivational message & by winning Dancing with the Stars. Today, he empowers audiences to embrace resilience, overcome adversity, and discover purpose through life’s greatest challenges.
ELIZABETH MCCORMICK
As a Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot Elizabeth McCormick has flown air assault/rappelling training missions, VIPs like Generals, Governors and Congressmen and women, command & control battlefield management operations, and military intelligence missions. Elizabeth also supported United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations in Kosovo. Today, she inspires audiences with powerful lessons on leadership and breaking barriers.
JOHN FOLEY
As the lead solo pilot for the legendary Blue Angels flight team, John “Gucci” Foley exemplified the pinnacle of excellence, mastering the art of flying among the top 0.01% of US military pilots. John was named a “Top Ten Carrier Pilot” six times. His even extended to the silver screen where he piloted jets in the iconic film Top Gun.
RORKE DENVER
Rorke T. Denver has run every phase of training for the U.S. Navy SEALs, and starred in the hit film Act of Valor & now FOX Series, American Grit. Teaches leadership & motivates company teams to perform at the highest level. Through battle-tested lessons from the SEAL Teams, he helps organizations build trust, accountability, mental toughness, and a winning mindset under pressure.
SCOTT O’GRADY
An Air Force fighter pilot, Captain Scott O’Grady was shot down over Bosnia while helping to enforce a United Nations no-fly zone in an F-16. Alone—facing death, capture, and the elements—he discovered within himself the courage to go on, relying on the skills learned during a lifetime of preparing for the unthinkable.
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