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#3 Globally Ranked Leadership Speaker | Bestselling Author | Retired Navy SEAL | Chief Talent Officer

Mike Sarraille Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000

#3 Globally Ranked Leadership Speaker | Bestselling Author | Retired Navy SEAL | Chief Talent Officer

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Speaking Fee:
$20,000 to $30,000

Travels From:
AUS - Austin, TX

Primary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

Secondary Topic Category:
Military

 

Mike Sarraille Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Mike Sarraille is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL, 3x bestselling author, and leadership speaker ranked #3 in the world by Global Gurus in 2026. After 20 years in Special Operations, including service with the Joint Special Operations Command, Mike brought his leadership experience to business. As Chief Talent Officer at Overwatch Mission Critical, he has helped scale the company and build an award-winning culture. Author of The Talent War and The Everyday Warrior, Mike speaks on leadership, talent, culture, resilience, and high-performing teams. He also founded Legacy Expeditions.

Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille is a 3x bestselling author and 4x Global Top 30 leadership speaker, ranked #3 in the world by Global Gurus in 2026, 2025, 2024, and 2023, and recognized as a Top Military Speaker in 2026. He is known for his work in leadership, organizational culture, the warrior mindset, and building high-performing teams. Mike served 20 years in Special Operations, including assignments with the Joint Special Operations Command, and led combat missions during the Battles of Ramadi and Sadr City. After military service, Mike founded Talent War Group, a leadership development and executive search firm acquired in 2024. He now serves as Chief Talent Officer at Overwatch Mission Critical, where he helped scale revenue from $19M to $50M and built a high-performance culture recognized with 15 culture awards. In 2026, Overwatch earned Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Employee Well-Being, Leadership, Employee Appreciation, Work-Life Flexibility, Compensation and Benefits, and Purpose and Values. Under his leadership, Glassdoor and Indeed scores increased from 3.0 to 4.9, reflecting a measurable shift in engagement and performance. Mike is the author of The Talent War, The Everyday Warrior, and Scarlett’s Big Shot, part of the Left of Bang series for young leaders. He leads Everyday Warrior Nation, a leadership platform featured in Sports Illustrated and Men’s Journal, where he hosts a podcast and column focused on leadership and performance. He is also the host of The Unsung of Arlington on FOX Nation, now in Season 1 and Season 2, a series honoring fallen American heroes through powerful storytelling. Mike is the founder of Legacy Expeditions, leading record-setting missions that honor fallen heroes. In January 2023, his team set four world records by skydiving onto all seven continents in under seven days. He also served as executive producer for the documentaries Drop Zone Everest and Triple 7, released in theaters nationwide. He continues to serve as an ambassador for veteran-focused nonprofits, advancing leadership through service and example. Most importantly, he is a proud husband and father to 3 future leaders.

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“Mike delivered an exceptional and inspiring talk to our organization, masterfully bringing our mindset principles to life with compelling, real-world examples. His engaging and powerful talk left a profound impact, resonating deeply with our team and igniting a renewed sense of purpose. Mike’s ability to connect and inspire has significantly elevated our organizational culture. We eagerly anticipate welcoming him back to continue driving our mindset and success forward by working with different teams. Highly recommend Mike for any team looking to win!“ - Federico Muyshondt, Chief Executive Officer of BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition “We need to compete to retain, develop, engage and inspire our people and Mike provided accessible and practical ideas for us to do that. He displayed the highest level of preparation and professionalism. During the discussion, all attendees provided positive feedback, and they said it was one of the most valuable speakers we have hosted here at Intel“ - Noah Rabinowitz, Chief Learning Officer and VP of Human Resources of Intel Corporation “Best Keynote I’ve seen. I’ve been to 100 industry conferences over the past decade, but that was next level.“ - Rob DiTota, Divisional Vice President of Abbott “Mike's message on leadership was nothing short of transformative. He spoke candidly about what it truly means to lead, while also recognizing that not everyone is destined for a leadership role—and that’s perfectly okay. As someone who thrives in a supportive role, I found his insights deeply affirming and empowering. Mike emphasized the critical value of strong teams and the essential role they play in any leader’s success, a truth that resonated powerfully with our entire group. His ability to connect with every individual in the room, regardless of their position, made his talk both inspiring and profoundly impactful. Mike doesn’t just speak about leadership; he speaks to the heart of what makes teams excel.“ -John Savona, Vice President Manufacturing and Labor Affairs of Ford Motor Company “Mike’s presentation was one of the best I ever witnessed. And trust me I have seen a lot of leadership presentations!“ - Adonia Dickson, HR Manager, Total Environmental & Power Systems, Inc. “Mike has a way of engaging the audience that I haven’t seen before. His passion comes across in his delivery and inspires you to be a better person. His speech resonates with today’s work force. We will be bringing back Mike to speak to our team and at our events.“ - Larry Robinson, Chief Impact Officer | Folds of Honor “We were so honored to have Mike speak at our Sales Kickoff. Indeed, there was so much demand for the event that we made it available to the entire company. Ultimately, the concepts Mike knows deeply as a military leader who saw some of the toughest combat situations are so important for, and yet underutilized in the civilian world. Our entire company walked away inspired to strive for excellence." - Caroline Tarpey, SVP of Sales at Kazoo “Mike Sarraille is a MUST book speaker! From his book to his podcasts, Mike is a captivating & engaging speaker that had our leaders thinking differently. There is a reason we have brought him back and we are looking forward to welcoming him back for more session.“ - Tiffany Baker, Principle Strategic Alliances Manager of UKG “We have been inundated with text messages and emails about Mike’s time with us. That alone tells us it was invaluable.” - Richard Crow, President of Murphy Pipeline Contractors “Mike Sarraille was an outstanding speaker at XChange 2026, delivering an engaging and inspiring presentation that really resonated with the audience. His insights on leadership, resilience, and high performance were both practical and motivating, making his session one of the highlights of the event.” - Milan Baria, CEO of Bluecone Networks “An inspiring and engaging motivational speaker who delivers powerful messages with authenticity and passion. Every talk leaves you feeling more positive, motivated, and ready to take action. Highly recommended!” - Ned Yousefzadeh, CEO of Support Bay LLC “Mike’s material was very well presented and I would highly recommend having him as a speaker for your leadership team.” - R. I. of PC LAN Services.
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