Martha McSally

Martha McSally

AZ, US

First Woman to Command a U.S. Fighter Squadron | Decorated Colonel | Former U.S. Senator | Corporate Board Member | Resilience & Leadership Coach | Author | Adventure Experience Leader

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.

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.

Be Unbreakable: The Leadership Edge in Uncertain Times Lead With Courage. Adapt With Agility. Accelerate Growth.

Format: Up to 90 minutes [keynote, virtual experience, breakout, ]

 

Does your team need a battle-tested strategy to lead with confidence, adapt with agility, and turn uncertainty into unstoppable growth? Colonel Martha McSally has spent her life thriving in high-pressure, high-stakes environments—and she’s here to equip your audience with the mindset and tools to do the same.

In a world of economic volatility, industry disruption, and relentless...

EmpowermentLeadershipMotivationPersonal DevelopmentAdversityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Soar Like a Top-Gun Pilot: Leadership Lessons

Format: Up to 90 minutes [keynote, virtual presentation, breakout]


Does your audience need inspiration, motivation, and actionable takeaways to push through adversity, overcome fear, and kick productivity into afterburner? Colonel Martha McSally has proven she has the right stuff to survive and excel in high-pressure, high-risk, high-stakes environments.

In today’s world of uncertainty and constant challenges, setbacks are inevitable. When your...

LeadershipMotivationPersonal DevelopmentEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing