26 August 2020 at 11:20AM
PDD 2020 Navigating Uncertainty - Featured Speaker: Waldo Waldman
Waldo Waldman is known as “The Wingman.” Check out his Video!
Bio: Lt Col (ret.) Waldo Waldman is the author of National Bestseller Never Fly Solo. He helps organizations build collaborative cultures of trust, courage and commitment in order to adapt to change, break performance barriers, and overcome adversity.
Decorated Fighter Pilot. New York Times Bestselling Author. Hall of Fame Speaker.
In addition to his time in the military, Waldo has real world corporate sales experience and is an expert on change
management and resilience – having overcome a fear of heights and claustrophobia to achieve his dream of becoming a fighter pilot. His compelling stories and tactics on overcoming adversity, performing under pressure and servant-based leadership are extremely relevant to organizations who are going through disruptive change and seeking to build a “One Team, One Mission” culture of excellence and trust.
Waldo is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and also holds an MBA with a focus on Organizational Behavior. He is an inductee into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame, and is the founder of The Wingman Foundation whose mission is to build funds and awareness for veterans and their families in need. He has been featured on CNN, Fox News, Inc. Magazine, and The Harvard Business Review, and his clients include Verizon,
American Express, GE, The Denver Broncos, ExxonMobil, New York Life, Siemens, Merck, and dozens of national associations.
Session: Waldo will be our Keynote Speaker on Day 2, Friday, September 25th at 11:05am. His session is titled Crisis Leadership.
During his interactive program, Waldo shares combat tested tools and techniques
on managing change, performing under pressure, and building trusting
relationships to help cultivate resilience, courage and focus 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 customers, coworkers and partners
Session Category: Leadership Talent Triangle