Rorke Denver Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000
Travels From:
DEN - Denver, CO
Primary Topic Category:
Military
Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management
Rorke Denver Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Commander Rorke T. Denver has run every phase of training for the U.S. Navy SEALs and led special-forces missions in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and other international hot spots. His service in the SEALs earned him the Bronze Star with “V” for valorous action in combat. Upon retirement as an elite Navy SEAL, Rorke founded Ever Onward, a cutting edge training company that takes Navy SEAL principles and applies them to civilian life. He is a highly-sought after speaker for audiences of all sizes as his insights help teams and individuals live and perform at their highest level.
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