The blueprint for empowering every individual to take ownership, drive results, and become a proactive force for mission success.
Today’s workplace demands more than just following orders—it requires employees who take the reins and make things happen.
Yet, too often, hesitation and disengagement hold teams back: over 60% of employees report feeling disconnected or unsure about acting independently. This passivity slows progress, stifles innovation, and leaves opportunities on the table. It’s time to break that cycle.
Drawing from his experience as a former fighter pilot, bestselling author, and leadership expert, Hasard Lee presents Igniting Initiative—a 5-step framework to unlock your potential for ownership and initiative. Build the confidence and skills to act decisively, solve problems creatively, and lead from where you stand.
With Ignite Initiative, you’ll discover how to replace micromanagement with autonomy, compliance with initiative, and blame with accountability. This keynote equips employees and leaders alike with tools to foster a culture where everyone takes ownership, thinks ahead, and drives meaningful change.
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Hasard’s leadership and decision-making under uncertainty are forged from direct, high-stakes experience as a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot with over 80 combat missions. His expertise extends to developing leaders, having instructed hundreds of fighter pilots, while leading strategic innovation through his involvement with the F-35 program. He also spearheaded an organizational AI transformation within the U.S. Air Force, yielding methodologies now adopted by air forces internationally. These principles were the basis of his Wall Street Journal bestselling book, The Art of Clear Thinking, and he now applies these insights to help Fortune 500 companies like Meta, IBM, and Microsoft develop actionable strategies to lead their teams to victory.
What sets a keynote by Hasard apart is a multi-faceted approach designed for lasting impact. It begins with his real-world, high-stakes leadership experience. Hasard hasn’t just studied leadership; he’s lived it, leading pilots in combat and making life-or-death decisions. This gives his message a rare and compelling authenticity that audiences immediately recognize and connect with.
To further maximize your event’s success and extend its value, Hasard provides comprehensive support. This includes a world-class marketing package with engaging videos and promotional content to help you boost attendance and build buzz around the event. His commitment is to fostering a lasting impact where success is measured by progress in the months after the event. He facilitates this by providing targeted resources, such as a customized Field Guide for every attendee. This actionable blueprint distills key insights and strategies from the keynote, tailored to their specific challenges, ensuring they can reference and apply learnings.
In addition, Hasard conducts an after action debrief a month after the event to answer questions and provide guidance to ensure the momentum continues to grow.
Yes, Hasard and his team are available for a discovery call for your event. Please reach out via the contact form.
Yes, Hasard has extensive experience in both live and virtual formats.
As a fighter pilot, Hasard specialized in executing complex missions under extreme pressure, often adapting to unexpected circumstances with minimal lead time. He brings that same decisive, ‘mission-first’ mindset to every engagement. So, regardless of your event’s lead time, please fill out the Booking Inquiry Form. Hasard will review your request and do his utmost to find a way to support your event. If he is already scheduled, he’s committed to helping you find another outstanding speaker who can deliver for your audience.
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