William McRaven, a retired four-star Navy admiral who led the U.S. Special Operations Command under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, believes President Trump’s decision to abandon America’s Kurdish allies in Syria is a betrayal that is eroding the country’s reputation both at home and abroad. Ad­di­tion­ally, McRaven holds a mas­ter's de­gree from the Naval Post­grad­u­ate School, where he helped … His empowering commencement speech at the University of Texas in 2014 went viral in 2017 and he has been one of the most requested military speakers on the speaking circuit ever since. SXSW®, SXSW EDU®, and South by Southwest® are trademarks owned by SXSW, LLC. As the chief executive officer of the UT System, McRaven oversaw 14 institutions that educated 220,000 students and employed 20,000 faculty and more than 80,000 health care professionals, researchers, and staff. Nothing could be further from the truth. He met his wife, Georgeann, while they were students at UT Austin, and they have three grown children. During his time in the military, he commanded special operations forces at every level, eventually taking charge of the U.S. Special Operations Command. 33 . magazine’s “Person of the Year.” In 2012, Foreign Policy magazine named McRaven one of the nation’s “Top 10 Foreign Policy Experts.” In 2014, Politico magazine named McRaven one of the “Politico 50”, citing his leadership as instrumental in cutting though Washington bureaucracy. His career included combat during Desert Storm and both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. He challenges his audience and encourages them to accept responsibility, be creative within the rules, take control of their circumstances, and maintain focus during times of conflict. McRaven’s presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. EST on Wednesday, October 30. Alexandria, VA 22314 All Rights Reserved. He commanded the troops that captured Saddam Hussein and rescued Captain Phillips. McRaven is a recognized national authority on U.S. foreign policy and has advised Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama and other U.S. leaders on defense issues. Privacy Policy | Trademark Guidelines | Terms of Use | Copyright Notice | Help, Featured Session: Leadership in Turbulent Times. His principles of leadership and risk management are applicable to any organization and he firmly believes in the necessity of preparation, order and discipline, knowing that they are naught without a distinct and meaningful purpose or goal. Was he just too feted and admired during the Obama years? Event creator. Doesn't Want To Go To War With Iran, Retired Admiral McRaven Says . View Details. As chancellor, he oversaw 14 institutions that educate 221,000 students and employ 20,000 faculty and more than 80,000 health care professionals, researchers and staff. McRaven is the author of three books, SPEC OPS: Case Studies in Special Operations Warfare, and two New York Times Best Sellers, Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life and Maybe the World, and Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations. Add an event. We highly recommend Admiral McRaven and would absolutely work with him again. As long as your funding is commensurate with the price range to book Adm. William H. McRaven (Ret. He currently serves on the boards of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), the National Football Foundation, the International Crisis Group and ConocoPhillips. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW. Daily Caller: Navy Admiral William McRaven, a man whose name was once floated as a possible vice-presidential pick for former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Any unauthorized use of these names, or variations of these names, is a violation of state, federal, and international trademark laws. Gen. David H. Petraeus (US Army, Retired), Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, U.S. Army, Retired. William McRaven est l’amiral le plus connu et le plus décoré aujourd’hui aux États-Unis. William McRaven, former University of Texas System chancellor and retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral, joined the school as a professor in national security in 2018. for your party. He is currently on the faculty of the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas Austin. He currently serves on the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and the National Football Foundation. Admiral William H. McRaven, is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System. Admiral William H. McRaven is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System. Then last year, after Trump revoked the security clearance former CIA Director John Brennan, a critic of the president, McRaven spoke out … Admiral William H. McRaven, a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral, best-selling author and former Chancellor of the University of Texas System draws on his extraordinary experiences to offer audiences insight on U.S. foreign policy, the current geopolitical environment, authority amidst uncertainty, overcoming adversity and the determination to succeed. USA. McRaven is a recognized … Retired Admiral William McRaven, the former chancellor to the University of Texas system, has been elected to serve on the board of directors of Houston-based oil giant ConocoPhillips. McRaven is also credited with developing the plan and leading the Osama bin Laden mission in 2011. ©2018-2019 SXSW, LLC. William Harry McRaven, né le 6 novembre 1955 à Pinehurst (Caroline du Nord), est un amiral américain à la tête du United States Special Operations Command du 8 août 2011 au 1 er septembre 2014. US Navy Admiral William H. McRaven, one of the most decorated US commanders, delivers one of the best motivational speeches you will ever hear. Biographie : William Harry McRaven est un amiral américain. McRaven at­tended the Uni­ver­sity of Texas at Austin on a track schol­ar­ship, and was a mem­ber of the Naval Re­serve Of­fi­cers Train­ing Corps. William McRaven's "The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived" is scheduled for April. Retired Admiral William McRaven shares his thoughts on the Trump presidency, the values of the military and his reaction to being criticized for speaking about Trump. He said, “If you want to change the world, start by making your bed.” Making your bed starts the day off with a task completed, encouraging a cycle of more completed tasks, until you feel accomplished. William H. McRaven is professor of national security at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas, Austin. In 2015, he received the Intrepid Freedom Award for his distinguished service in defending the values of democracy. See more ideas about admiral, life lessons, change the world. Booking agency for Adm. William McRaven(Ret.). William McRaven, commander of the U.S. Navy SEAL raid that killed Osama bin Laden, condemned President Donald Trump on Thursday for revoking the security … Follow this organizer to stay informed on future events. Experts and Advisors to Help You Navigate Coronavirus (COVID-19). His career included combat during Desert Storm and both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. )'s current work schedule and location in relation to your event's type, date, budget, and locality will play a primary factor in the acceptance of booking Adm. William H. McRaven (Ret.) “Without daring greatly, you will never know what is truly possible.”, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command (2011-2014) and of U.S. Joint Special Operations Command (2008-2011); Chancellor of the University of Texas System (2015-2018); Best-selling Author. His third book, Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations, released in May 2019, is a remarkable memoir full of inspiring and action-packed stories from McRaven's life in the special operations world. )'s Speaking Fees, Our Blog: Ideas and Insights for Event Professionals, Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations, Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World. Admiral William H. McRaven captivates audiences with his exceptional leadership experiences, exploring today’s geopolitical environment and a look forward to America’s place in an ever-changing global community. He commanded the troops that captured Saddam Hussein and rescued Captain Phillips. In 2011, he was the first runner-up for TIME Adm. William H. McRaven - How One Life Can Change the Lives of Many, UT Austin 2014 Commencement Address - Admiral William H. McRaven - Start By Making Your Bed, Adm. William H. McRaven says Learn From Your Mistakes, Adm. William H. McRaven - Never Compromise Your Integrity, Adm. William H. McRaven says Take the Opportunity to Inspire People. Get speaking fees and contact information for Adm. William McRaven(Ret.) Inspired? One of my favorite talks is by U.S. Navy Admiral William McRaven. Retired Adm. William McRaven, the former commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command, is perhaps best known to Americans as the Navy SEAL who … Contact WSB for Adm. William H. McRaven, USN (Ret. New Braunfels Public Library Foundation . Check availability and how much does it cost to book a celebrity speaker or entertainer like Adm. William McRaven(Ret.) Admiral William H. McRaven was fantastic! He is likeable, humble and a true American hero. Admiral William McRaven also is the man responsible for ordering military files about the Navy SEAL raid on Osama bin Laden’s hideout to be purged from Defense Department computers and sent to the CIA, where they could be more easily shielded from ever being made public. © 2020 Washington Speakers Bureau. McRaven is a recognized national authority on U.S. foreign policy and has advised Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama and other U.S. leaders on defense issues. U.S. Feb 24, 2019 - Explore Maiya 🏽's board "Admiral William McRaven" on Pinterest. Subscribe to stay current on the latest WSB updates, events, and speaker news. Admiral William H. McRaven, is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System. Director, CIA (2011-2012); Commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces-Afghanistan (2010-2011); Partner, KKR, Board of Directors Chairman, USA Basketball; Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff (2011-2015), CIA Director (2013–2017); Senior National Security and Intelligence Analyst, NBC News and MSNBC, 1663 Prince Street Retired Navy Admiral and former U.S. special operations chief William McRaven has no regrets about criticizing President Donald Trump, though he said on Wednesday that friends in the military faulted him for disparaging the commander-in-chief. A virtual event series featuring a wide range of thought leaders, hosted by best-selling author and WSB exclusive speaker, Gary Heil. McRaven is the author of three books including, SPEC OPS: Case Studies in Special Operations Warfare and Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life and Maybe the World, based on his 2014 UT Commencement Speech that received worldwide attention. Then-U.S. Special Operations Command boss William McRaven testified before Congress in 2013. All of our guests were on the edge of their seats listening to McRaven’s stories and life lessons he has learned from being a Navy SEAL and the Commander of US Special Operations. He grad­u­ated in 1977 with a bach­e­lor's de­gree in jour­nal­ism. McRaven has been recognized for his leadership numerous times. Grand Central Publishing is calling the book "a ringing tribute" to "everyday heroes" McRaven … McRaven graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 1977 with a degree in Journalism, and received his master’s degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey in 1991. Audience members are inspired to apply McRaven’s diligence, courage and risk management strategies to their own lives and put in place the tools that will help them not only succeed within their organization but also reach new levels of achievement. for a personal appearance, speaking engagement or corporate entertainment event. The discussion addresses issues such as U.S. foreign policy, the current geopolitical landscape, leadership during high-stress situations, risk management, teamwork, resilience in the face of adversity, resourcefulness, personal accountability, and the determination to succeed. Admiral William H. McRaven captivates audiences with his exceptional leadership experiences, exploring today’s geopolitical environment and a look forward to America’s place in an ever-changing global community. 10 out of 10. Using personal narratives drawn from his extraordinary experiences he imparts to his audiences lessons in team work, personal accountability, resilience and leadership. People are raving about his performance. As the Chancellor of the UT System he led one of the nation’s largest and most respected systems of higher education. Has he been immersed too long in academia? No scheduled events. Says it all. These records were moved to the CIA to avoid the legal requirements of the Freedom of Information Act. By editor • Jun 18, 2019 . janitor August 18, 2018 at 10:12 am This just makes me sad. As the Chancellor of the UT System he led one of the nation’s largest and most respected systems of higher education. McRaven is also credited with developing the plan and leading the Osama bin Laden mission in 2011. Adm. William H. McRaven (Ret. William McRaven's “The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived" is scheduled for April. Related Program: Former Navy Adm. William McRaven said on Sunday that the world was waiting for “a Biden administration to come in” when speaking about the role of the U.S. on the international stage as President-elect Joe Biden prepares to assume power. In this moderated discussion, Admiral William H. McRaven eloquently draws on his extensive career of 37 years of service as a Navy SEAL. His career included combat during Desert Storm and both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Retired Adm. William McRaven on Sunday stood by his previous statement that President Donald Trump's attacks on the news media represent "the greatest threat to … Events you might like: $85. He is the son of Anna Eliz­a­beth (Long) and Col. Claude C. "Mac" McRaven, a Spit­fire fighter pilot in World War II who played briefly in the NFL. During his time in the military, he commanded special operations forces at every level, eventually taking charge of the U.S. Special Operations Command. Motivational military speaker for hire Admiral William McRaven is a retired 4-star admiral and 37 year veteran of the United States Navy. He received a well-deserved standing ovation. View Details. His presentations are distinctive and customized to meet the needs of your audience. In 2016, McRaven was named the recipient of the Ambassador Richard M. Helms Award by the CIA Officers’ Memorial Foundation, and in 2018 he received the Judge William H. Webster Distinguished Service Award for a lifetime of service to the nation. An Evening with Admiral William McRaven. He commanded special operations forces on several missions, including the capture of Saddam Hussein and Osama bin Laden, and the rescue of Captain Phillips. It is easy to think that where you were raised, how your parents treated you, or what school you went to is all that determines your future. Traci DePuy, Director, Global Event Strategy, Salesforce.org. President Trump is engaged in a long-running feud with McRaven, now retired from the Navy. McRaven is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star Admiral who saw combat in Desert Storm as well as the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Book William McRaven for a Speaking Engagement. McRaven is a 1977 grad­u­ate of The Uni­ver­sity of Texas at Austin. His career included combat during Desert Storm and both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. He shares impactful narratives, lessons and insights on authority amidst turmoil and instability, the force of teamwork and personal initiative, resilience in the face of opposition, and the unconditional importance of never giving up. In addition to his talk being an exceptional one, he was also great to work with and took time to take photos with many participants. During his time in the military, he commanded special operations forces at every level, eventually taking charge of the U.S. Special Operations Command. for live and virtual events. William Harry McRaven (born November 6, 1955) is a retired United States Navy four-star admiral who last served as the ninth commander of the United States Special Operations Command from August 8, 2011, to August 28, 2014. Admiral McRaven has an authenticity and charisma that radiates from stage and his stories are woven with poignancy, humor, and inspiration. Quotes by William H. McRaven “It is easy to blame your lot in life on some outside force, to stop trying because you believe fate is against you. McRaven stays active with his writing, teaching, speaking and board commitments. Il avait dirigé, de juin 2006 à mars 2008, le commandement des opérations spéciales en Europe (Special Operations Command Europe), une composante du commandement des forces des États-Unis en Europe, et le Joint Special Operations Command du 13 juin 2008 au 8 août 2011. (Is it that poisonous?) 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