Edward C. Byers Jr.

Edward C. Byers Jr.

Keynote Speaker: Retired United States Navy SEAL; CEO & Founder at Minerva 6 Institute

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Edward C. Byers Jr. Biography

Edward C. Byers Jr. is a retired United States Navy SEAL who received the Medal of Honor on 29 February 2016 for the rescue of a civilian in Afghanistan in 2012. Byers retired after 21 years of service on September 19, 2019 at the Washington Navy Yard. During his service, Byers completed 11 overseas deployments, which included nine combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He was awarded four Bronze Star Medals with a valor device and two Purple Hearts. Byers is the sixth SEAL to receive the Medal of Honor and the first member of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group, also known as SEAL Team Six, to receive the Medal of Honor for an action as a unit member.

Following his distinguished military career, Byers was inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame in November 2017. In his post-service life, Byers has been actively involved in various events and causes, like joining fellow Medal of Honor recipient Hershel W. Williams at the launching ceremony for a ship named after Williams. He also attended a joint session of Congress as Bob Latta's guest and participated in a SEAL Family Foundation fundraiser in Rancho Santa Fe, California, as an "honored guest."

Byers' educational accomplishments include a Bachelor of Science degree in strategic studies and defense analysis from Norwich University and a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. In May 2018, he was selected for promotion to master chief petty officer. Presently, Byers is the CEO and founder of Minerva 6 Institute, a government contracting and corporate solutions company.

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Edward C. Byers Jr. Videos

Interview with Senior Chief Edward Byers
Medal Of Honor Recipient Senior Chief Edward Byers
Senior Chief Edward C. Byers Jr. is inducted into the Hall of Heroes

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Edward C. Byers Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Navy, Political, Military, Christian, Personal Growth, Government, Leadership and Motivational.

Where does Edward C. Byers Jr. travel from?

Edward C. Byers Jr. generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Edward C. Byers Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Navy, Political and Military. The estimated speaking fee range to book Edward C. Byers Jr. for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Edward C. Byers Jr. generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ed Hiner, Michael E. Thornton and Brent Gleeson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Edward C. Byers Jr. for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/09/2024.

Edward C. Byers Jr. Videos

Interview with Senior Chief Edward Byers
Medal Of Honor Recipient Senior Chief Edward Byers
Senior Chief Edward C. Byers Jr. is inducted into the Hall of Heroes
  • How do I book Edward C. Byers Jr. to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Edward C. Byers Jr. 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 Edward C. Byers Jr., 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 Edward C. Byers Jr. or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Edward C. Byers Jr. for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Edward C. Byers Jr., or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Edward C. Byers Jr. are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Edward C. Byers Jr., 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 Edward C. Byers Jr. speak about?

    Edward C. Byers Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Navy, Political, Military, Christian, Personal Growth, Government, Leadership and Motivational.
  • Where does Edward C. Byers Jr. travel from?

    Edward C. Byers Jr. generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Edward C. Byers Jr.?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Edward C. Byers Jr. 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 Edward C. Byers Jr. 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 Edward C. Byers Jr. 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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