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William Toti

Speaker, Author of "From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership"

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William Toti Biography

William Toti has more than 40 years of experience in defense and more than a decade leading multi-billion-dollar, global businesses. He spent 26 years on active duty in the Navy, then 15 years in industry rising to the position of CEO of Sparton Corporation. He now speaks on the best way to train and integrate military veteran leaders into the workforce.

Prior positions include president of the navy sector at L3 Technologies; vice president of the defense segment at HP; president of Cubic Global Defense; and vice president of Raytheon’s Mission Support Operations. He has served on Boards of Directors of ERAPSCO, JT3, and Calzoni. He has extensive experience in both the products and services domains.

On active duty, Toti served as commander of Fleet Antisubmarine Warfare Command Norfolk, as commodore of Submarine Squadron 3, and as commanding officer of the nuclear fast attack submarine USS Indianapolis (SSN 697). He served for more than nine years in the Pentagon, including tours as special assistant to the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, as Navy representative to the Joint Requirements Oversight Council, and as deputy director of the Navy War Plans Cell, Deep Blue.

Toti holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the U.S. Naval Academy, a master’s degree in spacecraft systems engineering and the pre-doctoral Electrical Engineer degree from the Naval Postgraduate School, and has done executive coursework at the Harvard Business School. He served as a Federal Executive Fellow at the Brookings Institution and as a Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI Fellow in International Affairs. He has more than 30 published articles and op-ed pieces, and is author of the 2022 book, “From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership” (Forefront Books).

Toti has worked to support the survivors of the World War II cruiser USS Indianapolis (CA-35) for more than 25 years, was instrumental in the exoneration of their captain, Charles B. McVay (2001), was named an Honorary Survivor (2005), chairman of the USS Indianapolis Legacy Organization (2022), and has been featured in several global release Navy-related documentaries: “The Lost Ships of World War II” (2022, Fox), “USS Indianapolis: The Final Chapter” (2019, PBS), “USS Indianapolis: Live from the Deep” (2017, PBS), and “USS Indianapolis: The Legacy” (2016).

His narrative titled “Antoinette,” describing his experiences during the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon was incorporated into the book “Operation Homecoming” (Random House, 2006). He has been featured in several related documentaries: “9/11: One Day in America” (2021, National Geographic), “9/11: The Pentagon” (2020, The History Channel), and “9/11: Inside the Pentagon” (2016, PBS).

Toti is a seven-time recipient of the Legion of Merit, a recipient of the “Wash 100” list of most influential leaders in the government contractor sector (2016), HP Executive of the Year (2013), the FedScoop 50 Industry Leadership Award (2012), and the Rear Admiral John J. Bergen Industry Award from the Navy League of the United States (2010). He is a lifetime member of the U.S. Naval Institute, the Military Officers Association of America, the Navy League, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, the National Eagle Scouts Association, and was awarded the Honor Medal by the Boy Scouts of America (2002).

Speaking Topics
  • "The Truth about Hiring Veterans"

  • Serendipity finds you, you don't find it: finding myself at the center of the storm on 9/11 in the Pentagon

    His story of survival and his role in directing rescue efforts are detailed in the 2016 PBS documentary, “9/11: Inside the Pentagon” and the 2020 History Channel documentary “9/11: The Pentagon.”

    William Toti now speaks, actively encouraging people to “never forget” what happened on both that day and the powerful days of unity that followed the worst terrorist attack in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the September 11th attack on the Pentagon.

  • Doing the Right Thing: Hear the truth about how the Navy abandoned the crew of USS Indianapolis

    As a military expert on the story of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35), close friend of surviving crew members, and a major player in the Congressional exoneration of Captain Charles B. McVay III, William Toti brings incredible insight and knowledge to one of the most impactful stories in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the USS Indianapolis.

  • Defense Acquisition Policy

    With over 40 years of defense experience, William Toti has specialized in running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses for both products and services. Chief Executive Officer during the sale of Sparton by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America, Mr. Toti restructured and doubled the company’s value over a two-year period. Much of Captain Toti’s book, From CO to CEO, draws from his experiences inside the Department of Defense (DOD) and from the point of view of industry on the subject of defense acquisition. As an impactful speaker and defense acquisition consultant, William Toti speaks on common-sense recommendations on how to improve defense acquisition policy and process.

  • Military Transition

    An authority on military transition into industry, William Toti is no stranger to what it takes to succeed after exiting military service. He understands both the emotions and the logistics involved in navigating the shift into industry, and he shares incredible insight on what it takes for a successful transition.

    For 15 years, Mr. Toti worked his way up the chain of corporate industry. With positions including president of the Integrated Maritime Systems sector at L3, vice president of the defense segment of Hewlett Packard, HPE, and DXC, president of Cubic Global Defense, and vice president of Raytheon’s Mission Support Operations, he spent more than a decade running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses. This culminated in his role as CEO of Sparton, where he restructured and doubled the company’s value in two years, taking the company through the successful sale by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America.

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  • What are the speaker fees for William Toti

    Speaking fees for William Toti, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book William Toti are under $10,000 for live events and under $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire William Toti, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does William Toti speak about?

    William Toti is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business, Business Growth, Leadership Speakers, Military, Navy, Virtual Speakers.
  • Where does William Toti travel from?

    William Toti generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is William Toti’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like William Toti for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book William Toti for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host William Toti or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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Speaker, Author of "From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership"

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William Toti Biography

William Toti has more than 40 years of experience in defense and more than a decade leading multi-billion-dollar, global businesses. He spent 26 years on active duty in the Navy, then 15 years in industry rising to the position of CEO of Sparton Corporation. He now speaks on the best way to train and integrate military veteran leaders into the workforce.

Prior positions include president of the navy sector at L3 Technologies; vice president of the defense segment at HP; president of Cubic Global Defense; and vice president of Raytheon’s Mission Support Operations. He has served on Boards of Directors of ERAPSCO, JT3, and Calzoni. He has extensive experience in both the products and services domains.

On active duty, Toti served as commander of Fleet Antisubmarine Warfare Command Norfolk, as commodore of Submarine Squadron 3, and as commanding officer of the nuclear fast attack submarine USS Indianapolis (SSN 697). He served for more than nine years in the Pentagon, including tours as special assistant to the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, as Navy representative to the Joint Requirements Oversight Council, and as deputy director of the Navy War Plans Cell, Deep Blue.

Toti holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the U.S. Naval Academy, a master’s degree in spacecraft systems engineering and the pre-doctoral Electrical Engineer degree from the Naval Postgraduate School, and has done executive coursework at the Harvard Business School. He served as a Federal Executive Fellow at the Brookings Institution and as a Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI Fellow in International Affairs. He has more than 30 published articles and op-ed pieces, and is author of the 2022 book, “From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership” (Forefront Books).

Toti has worked to support the survivors of the World War II cruiser USS Indianapolis (CA-35) for more than 25 years, was instrumental in the exoneration of their captain, Charles B. McVay (2001), was named an Honorary Survivor (2005), chairman of the USS Indianapolis Legacy Organization (2022), and has been featured in several global release Navy-related documentaries: “The Lost Ships of World War II” (2022, Fox), “USS Indianapolis: The Final Chapter” (2019, PBS), “USS Indianapolis: Live from the Deep” (2017, PBS), and “USS Indianapolis: The Legacy” (2016).

His narrative titled “Antoinette,” describing his experiences during the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon was incorporated into the book “Operation Homecoming” (Random House, 2006). He has been featured in several related documentaries: “9/11: One Day in America” (2021, National Geographic), “9/11: The Pentagon” (2020, The History Channel), and “9/11: Inside the Pentagon” (2016, PBS).

Toti is a seven-time recipient of the Legion of Merit, a recipient of the “Wash 100” list of most influential leaders in the government contractor sector (2016), HP Executive of the Year (2013), the FedScoop 50 Industry Leadership Award (2012), and the Rear Admiral John J. Bergen Industry Award from the Navy League of the United States (2010). He is a lifetime member of the U.S. Naval Institute, the Military Officers Association of America, the Navy League, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, the National Eagle Scouts Association, and was awarded the Honor Medal by the Boy Scouts of America (2002).

William Toti Speaking Topics

  • "The Truth about Hiring Veterans"

  • Serendipity finds you, you don't find it: finding myself at the center of the storm on 9/11 in the Pentagon

    His story of survival and his role in directing rescue efforts are detailed in the 2016 PBS documentary, “9/11: Inside the Pentagon” and the 2020 History Channel documentary “9/11: The Pentagon.”

    William Toti now speaks, actively encouraging people to “never forget” what happened on both that day and the powerful days of unity that followed the worst terrorist attack in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the September 11th attack on the Pentagon.

  • Doing the Right Thing: Hear the truth about how the Navy abandoned the crew of USS Indianapolis

    As a military expert on the story of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35), close friend of surviving crew members, and a major player in the Congressional exoneration of Captain Charles B. McVay III, William Toti brings incredible insight and knowledge to one of the most impactful stories in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the USS Indianapolis.

  • Defense Acquisition Policy

    With over 40 years of defense experience, William Toti has specialized in running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses for both products and services. Chief Executive Officer during the sale of Sparton by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America, Mr. Toti restructured and doubled the company’s value over a two-year period. Much of Captain Toti’s book, From CO to CEO, draws from his experiences inside the Department of Defense (DOD) and from the point of view of industry on the subject of defense acquisition. As an impactful speaker and defense acquisition consultant, William Toti speaks on common-sense recommendations on how to improve defense acquisition policy and process.

  • Military Transition

    An authority on military transition into industry, William Toti is no stranger to what it takes to succeed after exiting military service. He understands both the emotions and the logistics involved in navigating the shift into industry, and he shares incredible insight on what it takes for a successful transition.

    For 15 years, Mr. Toti worked his way up the chain of corporate industry. With positions including president of the Integrated Maritime Systems sector at L3, vice president of the defense segment of Hewlett Packard, HPE, and DXC, president of Cubic Global Defense, and vice president of Raytheon’s Mission Support Operations, he spent more than a decade running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses. This culminated in his role as CEO of Sparton, where he restructured and doubled the company’s value in two years, taking the company through the successful sale by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America.

William Toti Videos

  • From CO to CEO with Captain William Toti - YouTube
    If you served in the military, the transition to civilian life can be a challenge. And if you're a civilian, hiring a veteran can provide ...
  • #147: From CO to CEO with William Toti
    Former CEO, U.S. Navy submarine squadron commander, and author, William Toti, joins the show to discuss the tremendous transition that a lot of...
  • Commencement Address - University of Texas Pan American
    William Toti addresses the 2008 graduates of UTPA in McAllen, Texas.

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FAQs on booking William Toti

  • How do I book William Toti to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like William Toti for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for William Toti, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for William Toti or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for William Toti

    Speaking fees for William Toti, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book William Toti are under $10,000 for live events and under $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire William Toti, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does William Toti speak about?

    William Toti is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business, Business Growth, Leadership Speakers, Military, Navy, Virtual Speakers.
  • Where does William Toti travel from?

    William Toti generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is William Toti’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like William Toti for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book William Toti for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host William Toti or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

William Toti is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as "The Truth about Hiring Veterans", Serendipity finds you, you don't find it: finding myself at the center of the storm on 9/11 in the Pentagon, Doing the Right Thing: Hear the truth about how the Navy abandoned the crew of USS Indianapolis, Defense Acquisition Policy and Military Transition. The estimated speaking fee range to book William Toti for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. William Toti generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Larry Walsh, Brandon Rumbaugh, Erik Therwanger, Matt Tardio and Tee Marie Hanible. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling William Toti for an upcoming live or virtual event.

William Toti Speaking Topics

  • "The Truth about Hiring Veterans"

  • Serendipity finds you, you don't find it: finding myself at the center of the storm on 9/11 in the Pentagon

    His story of survival and his role in directing rescue efforts are detailed in the 2016 PBS documentary, “9/11: Inside the Pentagon” and the 2020 History Channel documentary “9/11: The Pentagon.”

    William Toti now speaks, actively encouraging people to “never forget” what happened on both that day and the powerful days of unity that followed the worst terrorist attack in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the September 11th attack on the Pentagon.

  • Doing the Right Thing: Hear the truth about how the Navy abandoned the crew of USS Indianapolis

    As a military expert on the story of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35), close friend of surviving crew members, and a major player in the Congressional exoneration of Captain Charles B. McVay III, William Toti brings incredible insight and knowledge to one of the most impactful stories in US history.

    From documentaries to speaking engagements, Captain Toti is dedicated to the story and details of the USS Indianapolis.

  • Defense Acquisition Policy

    With over 40 years of defense experience, William Toti has specialized in running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses for both products and services. Chief Executive Officer during the sale of Sparton by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America, Mr. Toti restructured and doubled the company’s value over a two-year period. Much of Captain Toti’s book, From CO to CEO, draws from his experiences inside the Department of Defense (DOD) and from the point of view of industry on the subject of defense acquisition. As an impactful speaker and defense acquisition consultant, William Toti speaks on common-sense recommendations on how to improve defense acquisition policy and process.

  • Military Transition

    An authority on military transition into industry, William Toti is no stranger to what it takes to succeed after exiting military service. He understands both the emotions and the logistics involved in navigating the shift into industry, and he shares incredible insight on what it takes for a successful transition.

    For 15 years, Mr. Toti worked his way up the chain of corporate industry. With positions including president of the Integrated Maritime Systems sector at L3, vice president of the defense segment of Hewlett Packard, HPE, and DXC, president of Cubic Global Defense, and vice president of Raytheon’s Mission Support Operations, he spent more than a decade running multi-billion-dollar global defense businesses. This culminated in his role as CEO of Sparton, where he restructured and doubled the company’s value in two years, taking the company through the successful sale by Cerberus Capital Management to Elbit Systems of America.

William Toti Speaker Videos

  • From CO to CEO with Captain William Toti - YouTube
    If you served in the military, the transition to civilian life can be a challenge. And if you're a civilian, hiring a veteran can provide ...
    #147: From CO to CEO with William Toti
    Former CEO, U.S. Navy submarine squadron commander, and author, William Toti, joins the show to discuss the tremendous transition that a lot of senior military leaders face when transitioning out,...
  • Commencement Address - University of Texas Pan American
    William Toti addresses the 2008 graduates of UTPA in McAllen, Texas.

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All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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