Bestselling Author, Globally Ranked Leadership Speaker, Serial Entrepreneur & Extreme Adventurer
Mike Sarraille Biography
Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille is a three-time bestselling author and three-time Global Top 30 keynote speaker, ranked #9 in the world in 2025, recognized as a leading authority on leadership, organizational culture, and high-performing teams. Drawing on decades of experience leading elite teams in combat and business, he empowers others to excel and reach their full potential.
Sarraille began his military career in 1998, enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he earned the prestigious titles of Recon Marine and Scout-Sniper. After graduating with honors from Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, he commissioned into the U.S. Navy and completed the rigorous Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training (BUD/S). His leadership in combat included pivotal roles during the Battle of Ramadi in 2006 and the Battle of Sadr City in 2008.
After 20 years of military service, including assignments with the elite Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and ten combat deployments, Sarraille transitioned to the private sector. He founded Talent War Group, a premier leadership development and executive search firm, which was successfully acquired in 2024, marking his first major business exit less than six years after retiring from the military. In 2025, Sarraille became the Chief Talent Officer at Overwatch Mission Critical, a leading provider of labor to the Data Center Industry.
In 2020, Sarraille authored "The Talent War: How Special Operations and Great Organizations Win on Talent," a bestselling guide for business leaders to build world-class teams by applying special operations principles. His second bestseller, "The Everyday Warrior: A No-Hack, Practical Approach to Life," which hit #84 of all books, provides a framework for self-leadership, helping readers build positive habits and engage in personal growth. His latest bestseller, "Scarlett’s Big Shot: Turning Setbacks into Success," is part of the Left of Bang Children’s Leadership Series, teaching young readers resilience and leadership skills.
As the driving force behind Sports Illustrated’s Everyday Warrior Nation, Sarraille produces a popular weekly podcast and column series focused on leadership, culture, human performance, and the warrior mindset. He has interviewed high-profile guests such as Bernie Marcus, Sammy Hagar, Terry Crews, Drew Brees, Kelly Slater, and Shaun White, alongside top performers from various fields.
Committed to honoring and supporting military families, Sarraille serves as an ambassador for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation and Folds of Honor Foundation. He also founded Legacy Expeditions, an extreme adventure company that sets records in honor of fallen heroes. In January 2023, Sarraille and his team set four world records by skydiving into all seven continents in under seven days. He has also served as executive producer for two documentaries, "Drop Zone Everest" and "Triple 7," the latter released in theaters in 2024.
With an unparalleled record of leadership and a dedication to excellence, Sarraille continues to inspire and serve, both on and off the battlefield.
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Mike Sarraille Speaking Topics
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Evolved Leadership
THE BIG IDEA
In a world defined by uncertainty and constant change, success demands more than traditional leadership—it requires Evolved Leadership.
Evolved Leadership is the key to thriving in today’s fast-paced, complex business environment. By embracing five foundational pillars, organizations can build a culture of collaboration, resilience, and continuous growth, empowering teams to adapt, innovate, and excel no matter the challenge.
KEYNOTE DESCRIPTION
As disruption reshapes industries, traditional leadership models are falling behind. Evolved Leadership offers a transformative, actionable framework built for today's dynamic realities.
In this keynote, Mike Sarraille introduces the five pillars of Evolved Leadership:
- Inspired Influence - Connected Commitment - The Excellence Imperative - The Autonomy Advantage - Holistic Adaptability
Through compelling storytelling and real-world examples, Mike shows how each pillar strengthens organizational culture, inspires ownership, and aligns teams around shared purpose and high standards.
This session goes beyond theory—Mike emphasizes that leadership is rooted in behavior, not position. Attendees will walk away with practical strategies to empower their teams, foster accountability, and drive sustained performance.
Mike also addresses how embracing failure as a catalyst for learning keeps organizations agile and prepared for new opportunities. By embedding Evolved Leadership into everyday actions, leaders can unlock resilience, accelerate growth, and future-proof their teams against whatever lies ahead.
This keynote serves leaders and teams who are:
- Looking to evolve their leadership approach in a changing landscape
- Committed to building a high-performing culture of collaboration
- Seeking strategies to inspire and engage their teams effectively
The audience will leave with:
- A comprehensive understanding of the five pillars of Evolved Leadership
- Practical strategies for inspiring influence and connected commitment
- Tools for establishing a culture of excellence and accountability
- Insights into empowering teams with autonomy to drive greater innovation
- The ability to foster holistic adaptability to thrive in any environment
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The Autonomy Advantage
THE BIG IDEA
Empowerment fuels innovation and creativity. Decentralization drives speed and effectiveness. By granting teams the autonomy to make decisions, organizations strengthen engagement, adaptability, and problem-solving capabilities—keys to thriving in today’s fast-moving environment.
KEYNOTE DESCRIPTION
The Autonomy Advantage highlights the critical role of empowering teams and individuals to drive performance, innovation, and resilience.
In this keynote, Mike Sarraille shares actionable insights on how leaders can create an environment where initiative, ownership, and accountability flourish. He explores why breaking free from traditional hierarchical structures is essential for organizations aiming to foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.
Through real-world examples, Mike demonstrates how autonomy increases motivation, sparks creativity, and accelerates decision-making. He emphasizes that trusting team members to lead at their level equips organizations to be more agile, responsive, and better positioned to succeed in an ever-changing landscape.
This keynote serves leaders and teams who are:
- Looking to enhance team engagement and innovation
- Seeking to empower individuals to take initiative
- Committed to creating a culture of trust and accountability
The audience will leave with:
- Strategies for fostering autonomy across teams
- Tools to enhance engagement, ownership, and problem-solving capabilities
- Insights into how empowering individuals drives long-term organizational success
Mike Sarraille Videos
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Mike Sarraille is a 3x best-selling author and 3x Global Top 30 keynote speaker, ranked #9 in the world in 2025, recognized for his expertise in...
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Mike Sarraille is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Evolved Leadership, The Autonomy Advantage, The Ripple Effect: Inspiring Influence Beyond Your Reach, Making the Seemingly Impossible Possible: Lessons from the World-Record-Setting Triple 7 Expedition, The Everyday Warrior Mindset: A No-Hacks, Practical Approach to Living a High-Performing Life and Moving the Bullseye to the Front of Your Chest. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mike Sarraille for your event is available upon request. Mike Sarraille generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Abrashoff, Brent Gleeson, John "GUCCI" Foley, Carey Lohrenz and Justin "Hasard" Lee. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mike Sarraille for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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