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Andy Worshek

Andy Worshek

Keynote Speaker: Expert on Intent-Based Leadership, Author & Former Sonar Chief on the USS Santa Fe

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Andy Worshek Biography

Andy Worshek imagines a workplace where everyone engages and contributes their full intellectual capacity, a place where people are healthier and happier because they have more control over their work–a place where everyone is a leader.

Worshek served in the Navy for 24 years, and achieved the rank of Master Chief. Assigned to the nuclear-powered submarine USS Santa Fe with Captain David Marquet – then ranked last in retention and operational standing – they teamed up and “turned that ship around” by developing a new model of leadership that built leaders at every level. Intent-Based Leadership took the Santa Fe from “worst to first,” achieving the highest retention and operational standings in the Navy.

Stephen R. Covey rode the USS Santa Fe and said it was “the most empowering organization he’d ever seen” and wrote about the USS Santa Fe leadership practices in his book, “The 8th Habit.”

Worshek is prominently featured in the bestselling leadership book, “Turn the Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Followers Into Leaders,” which tells the turnaround story of the USS Santa Fe. Fortune magazine named it the #1 must-read book to read, and USA Today put it on their list of the 12 best business books of all time. In addition, Worshek co-authored “The Turn the Ship Around! Workbook” with David Marquet, listed as a top 10 best seller by the Washington Post.

Today, Worshek is a globally recognized speaker and trainer with a unique perspective as one who served in both the follower and leader roles. His enthusiasm for implementing intent-based leadership from all levels, as well as teaching and training others, are his passion.

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Andy Worshek Speaking Topics

Executive Leadership Workshop:

The Executive Workshop is for organizations that would like to go more deeply into Intent-Based Leadership with an eye toward changing behaviors. This 5 hour session includes a discussion of the origin story of Intent-Based Leadership Turn the Ship Around! This interactive workshop has small groups working together to transition the story of the USS Santa Fe into your story of how you can transition into a highly engaged and motivated team. For online events we extend the learning by having 3 two-hour sessions spread over 3 week which will allow for reflection and practice so you can bring questions and success stories to the next session.

Turn the Ship Around! Creating Leaders at Every Level™

In this keynote, Andy Worshek shares the origins and principles of Intent-Based Leadership®. Andy was critical to implementing Intent-Based Leadership® on the USS Santa Fe with captain David Marquet. He shares his unique perspective as one who lived the story, influencing up and down the chain of command. He reveals how this submarine went from the worst submarine to the best submarine, achieving the highest retention and operational standings in the U.S. Navy.

This interactive keynote requires audience participation. Andy will take the audience inside a U.S. Navy fast attack submarine, using photographs and stories from the USS Santa Fe, to describe the challenges and frustrations of leading from the middle of the organization and the successes the team experienced .

While interacting with the audience, Andy covers the principles of this leadership movement by contrasting bosses and leaders. He will focus on these basic principles:

  • Giving control and creating leaders
  • Creating an environment that releases greatness
  • Getting people to think instead of just do
  • Using language that inspires collaboration

Create Leaders At Every Level

Why are only a few workplaces completely fulfilling to work in while many others aren’t? Why do only a few organizations unleash the power and potential of the people working there?

Imagine instead, workplaces where people eagerly come to work with a sense of purpose and go home with a sense of fulfillment.

Leaders in these workplaces do one fundamental thing different than other organizations. Instead of treating people like followers who need to be told what to do, they treat everyone like leaders. They trust their teams with the authority to make decisions and ensure they have the tools to succeed.

In this fast-paced, interactive and inspiring keynote, Andy Worshek explains how to build leaders at every level based upon his experience on a nuclear submarine and in business. Part story-telling, part leadership transformation, part actionable take-aways, this talk leaves audiences reinvigorated to lead from where they are and turn those around them into leaders as well. As a result, audiences will be on their way to unleashing the talent around them.

Andy Worshek Videos

Mistake? Thanks! - Leadership Nudge 211 - With Andy Worshek ...
Are You Up For The Challenge? - With Andy Worshek - Leadership ...
Andy Worshek - Turn the Ship Around! | Expert on Intent-Based Leadership

How do I book Andy Worshek to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Andy Worshek for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Andy Worshek, 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 Andy Worshek or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Andy Worshek for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Andy Worshek, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Andy Worshek are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Andy Worshek, click the Check Schedule 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 Andy Worshek speak about?

Andy Worshek is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Business Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Disruptive Thinking, Leadership, Workshop and Authors.

Where does Andy Worshek travel from?

Andy Worshek generally travels from Cheyenne, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Andy Worshek?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Andy Worshek 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 Schedule 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 Andy Worshek 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 Andy Worshek 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 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.


Andy Worshek is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Business Leadership and Teamwork & Teambuilding. The estimated speaking fee range to book Andy Worshek for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Andy Worshek generally travels from Cheyenne, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Libby Gill, Dr. Jackie Freiberg and Eric Boles. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Andy Worshek for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2024.

Andy Worshek Speaking Topics

  • Executive Leadership Workshop:

    The Executive Workshop is for organizations that would like to go more deeply into Intent-Based Leadership with an eye toward changing behaviors. This 5 hour session includes a discussion of the origin story of Intent-Based Leadership Turn the Ship Around! This interactive workshop has small groups working together to transition the story of the USS Santa Fe into your story of how you can transition into a highly engaged and motivated team. For online events we extend the learning by having 3 two-hour sessions spread over 3 week which will allow for reflection and practice so you can bring questions and success stories to the next session.

  • Turn the Ship Around! Creating Leaders at Every Level™

    In this keynote, Andy Worshek shares the origins and principles of Intent-Based Leadership®. Andy was critical to implementing Intent-Based Leadership® on the USS Santa Fe with captain David Marquet. He shares his unique perspective as one who lived the story, influencing up and down the chain of command. He reveals how this submarine went from the worst submarine to the best submarine, achieving the highest retention and operational standings in the U.S. Navy.

    This interactive keynote requires audience participation. Andy will take the audience inside a U.S. Navy fast attack submarine, using photographs and stories from the USS Santa Fe, to describe the challenges and frustrations of leading from the middle of the organization and the successes the team experienced .

    While interacting with the audience, Andy covers the principles of this leadership movement by contrasting bosses and leaders. He will focus on these basic principles:

    • Giving control and creating leaders
    • Creating an environment that releases greatness
    • Getting people to think instead of just do
    • Using language that inspires collaboration

  • Create Leaders At Every Level

    Why are only a few workplaces completely fulfilling to work in while many others aren’t? Why do only a few organizations unleash the power and potential of the people working there?

    Imagine instead, workplaces where people eagerly come to work with a sense of purpose and go home with a sense of fulfillment.

    Leaders in these workplaces do one fundamental thing different than other organizations. Instead of treating people like followers who need to be told what to do, they treat everyone like leaders. They trust their teams with the authority to make decisions and ensure they have the tools to succeed.

    In this fast-paced, interactive and inspiring keynote, Andy Worshek explains how to build leaders at every level based upon his experience on a nuclear submarine and in business. Part story-telling, part leadership transformation, part actionable take-aways, this talk leaves audiences reinvigorated to lead from where they are and turn those around them into leaders as well. As a result, audiences will be on their way to unleashing the talent around them.

Andy Worshek Videos

Mistake? Thanks! - Leadership Nudge 211 - With Andy Worshek ...
Are You Up For The Challenge? - With Andy Worshek - Leadership ...
Andy Worshek - Turn the Ship Around! | Expert on Intent-Based Leadership

Andy Worshek Reviews

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  • ExxonMobil - Sep 03 2019

  • How do I book Andy Worshek to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Andy Worshek for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Andy Worshek, 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 Andy Worshek or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Andy Worshek for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Andy Worshek, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Andy Worshek are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Andy Worshek, click the Check Schedule 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 Andy Worshek speak about?

    Andy Worshek is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Business Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Disruptive Thinking, Leadership, Workshop and Authors.
  • Where does Andy Worshek travel from?

    Andy Worshek generally travels from Cheyenne, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Andy Worshek?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Andy Worshek 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 Schedule 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 Andy Worshek 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 Andy Worshek 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 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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