Elizabeth McCormick: Motivational Leadership

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  • Today, Elizabeth McCormick is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, captivating audiences with her compelling story of triumph over adversity.
  • With her dynamic speaking style and infectious enthusiasm, she empowers individuals to overcome obstacles, embrace change, and unleash their full potential.
  • McCormick’s expertise extends beyond aviation to the realm of leadership development.
  • Drawing upon her experiences as a military leader and helicopter pilot, she offers practical insights and strategies for building high-performing teams, fostering resilience, and leading with authenticity and purpose.

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  • Travels from: Fort Worth. TX
  • **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000

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Former US. Army Black Hawk Pilot, Elizabeth McCormick, shares the professional development secrets for success with her stories of overcoming overwhelming obstacles as a helicopter pilot while inspiring YOU Soar 2 Success!

You will leave knowing how to:

  • Unlock the key to boosting YOUR confidence, elevating your effectiveness with customers and co-workers (even your family)
  • Interactive- out of the seat exercise to prove the power of language on your personal power and your impact on those around you
  • Discover the key success principle while learning to FLY a helicopter (YES REALLY!)
  • Soar to a higher level of advancement through influencing others to lead

Develop high potentials into Leaders and Motivate your Management with
Take Command in Your Leadership

Former US. Army Black Hawk Pilot, Elizabeth McCormick, shares the secrets to her leadership success in the military, in corporate America, and now as a CEO and business owner while overcoming overwhelming obstacles as a helicopter pilot.

Real life experiences are presented with humor and candor, inspiring YOU to F.L.Y. (First Lead Yourself)!

You will leave knowing how to:

  • Accelerate to your confidence factor to achieve greatest potential while leading others to reach theirs
  • Learn to fly a helicopter- REALLY! And the impact multi-tasking has on your performance (and your team’s)
  • Discover the SIMPLE formula to prioritizing the leadership actions great leaders take

Most Requested Motivational Entertainment Keynote
30 min to 60 min keynote, applicable for any industry, organization, fundraiser, awards banquet or event. Most easily customizable for your event’s outcomes and organization’s objectives.

Former US. Army Black Hawk Pilot, Elizabeth McCormick, shares the personal development secrets for success with her stories of overcoming overwhelming obstacles as a helicopter pilot while inspiring YOU Soar 2 Success!
Just the FUN- with a few sneak attack lessons built in!

In a 60 minute presentation, you will leave knowing how to:

  • Unlock the key to boosting YOUR confidence, elevating your effectiveness with customers and co-workers (even your family!)
  • Interactive- out of the seat exercise to prove the power of language on your personal power and your impact on those around you
  • Discover the #1 success principle while learning to FLY a helicopter (YES REALLY!)
  • Soar to a higher level of advancement through influencing others to lead

Elizabeth McCormick is not your average speaker; she’s an experience-maker, a dynamic force in the world of motivational leadership, sales, and safety events. With a captivating blend of entertainment and motivation, Elizabeth delivers impactful messages that resonate long after the event is over. Her unique approach involves sneak attacking lessons throughout her presentations, empowering audiences to step into leadership roles both in the workplace and in their personal lives.

Drawing from her distinguished career as a decorated Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot and Chief Warrant Officer 2 for the US Army, Elizabeth brings real-world expertise to the stage. Her riveting storytelling and firsthand experiences as a pilot infuse her presentations with authenticity and credibility. Elizabeth’s ability to engage and energize audiences makes her a sought-after keynote speaker, leaving a lasting impression wherever she goes.

Elizabeth McCormick’s journey to becoming a renowned speaker is rooted in her remarkable career in the military. As a Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot, she faced challenges and triumphs that shaped her into the inspiring leader she is today. Rising through the ranks to become Chief Warrant Officer 2, Elizabeth honed her skills in leadership, resilience, and adaptability—qualities she now imparts to audiences worldwide.

At events, Elizabeth captivates audiences with her compelling storytelling, weaving together anecdotes from her time in the military with valuable insights into leadership and personal development. Her presentations are not just about entertainment; they’re about transformation. Through her “sneak attack” lessons, Elizabeth equips attendees with practical strategies to enhance their leadership abilities and drive positive change in their organizations.

Elizabeth’s speaking influence extends beyond the stage, as she leaves a lasting impact on audiences of all backgrounds and industries. Whether she’s speaking at corporate events, safety seminars, or sales conferences, Elizabeth’s message resonates with individuals at every level of an organization. Her ability to inspire action and ignite passion makes her a powerful catalyst for positive change.

Event planners seeking a speaker who can entertain, motivate, and inspire need look no further than Elizabeth McCormick. With her captivating stage presence and infectious enthusiasm, Elizabeth has a proven track record of energizing audiences and leaving a lasting impression. Her ability to seamlessly blend entertainment with valuable insights ensures that attendees walk away feeling inspired and empowered to take action.

Elizabeth’s unique background as a Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot sets her apart from other speakers, providing a fresh perspective on leadership and resilience. By sharing her own experiences and lessons learned, she creates a connection with audiences that is both authentic and impactful. Event planners can trust Elizabeth to deliver a memorable presentation that resonates long after the event is over.

In addition to her compelling storytelling and motivational speaking style, Elizabeth offers practical strategies and actionable takeaways that attendees can implement immediately. Whether it’s tips for effective communication, strategies for overcoming adversity, or techniques for building a culture of safety, Elizabeth equips audiences with the tools they need to succeed.

In summary, Elizabeth McCormick is a dynamic speaker who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every event she attends. As a decorated Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot and Chief Warrant Officer 2 for the US Army, Elizabeth’s unique background sets her apart as a powerful voice in the world of motivational leadership. Through her captivating storytelling and “sneak attack” lessons, she empowers audiences to step forward as leaders in both their professional and personal lives.

Event planners seeking a speaker who can entertain, motivate, and inspire need look no further than Elizabeth McCormick. With her proven track record of energizing audiences and leaving a lasting impression, Elizabeth is a trusted choice for events of all sizes and industries. Paired with the expertise and professionalism of Speakers Inc, event planners can rest assured that their event will be a resounding success.

Throughout the event, she will share pictures and promote your hashtag on her social media platforms. She even will help you create a sponsor package to offer. She over-delivers with every speaking engagement. Instead of simply showing up to speak and leave, she stays to mingle with attendees, take pictures, and autograph books.

Elizabeth McCormick averages over 100 events per year, and is consistently the highest rated speaker based on participant evaluations.  A proven speaker for your event!

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