Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley

Keynote Speaker: Decorated Navy TOPGUN fighter pilot; C Level Executive; Founder No Fallen Heroes Foundation

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley Biography

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley is a highly decorated former Navy fighter pilot and TOPGUN graduate who went from the front lines to the front office. He helped run a multi-billion-dollar Wall Street firm and became CEO of a $25M financial media company he started at the age of 38.

He founded the No Fallen Heroes Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to healing our heroes with psychedelic assisted therapy. Whiz is a best selling author and his most popular book is 'From Sea Level to C Level: From the Front Lines to the Front Office'. He hosts the MAX Afterburner podcast which is ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts globally.

An internationally recognized speaker, Whiz has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies as a speaker and executive consultant including McKesson, AT&T, Oracle, Fidelity, Capital One, and Cisco. He's the only speaker in the world who can bring his own fighter jet to provide a once in a lifetime experience.

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Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley Speaking Topics

Superior Execution with a Corporate Battle Rhythm

Duration: 60 minutes

Organizations and teams plan. They have a plan to plan. 'Death by planning.'

But as GEN George S. Patton said: "A good plan violently executed now is better than a perfect plan executed next week."

Discover the proprietary, combat and business tested process Whiz uses to plan quickly that also ensures plans are successfully executed with precision and accountability.

Key Takeaways:

  • PACED
  • Plan, Adjust with Red Team, Communicate, Execute, Debrief
  • Red Team
  • If you don't Red Team the plan before you execute, someone will gladly do it for you - your enemy, the competition
  • Debrief
  • Learn why the debrief is REQUIRED to improve future execution and learn HOW to do it right

The AART of Leadership

Duration: 60 minutes

Authority. Accountability. Responsibility. Trust. These components are required in order to lead high performing teams and organizations. In this powerful and direct presentation Whiz will engage and challenge everyone from the newest employee to the leadership team.

Using poignant examples from Wall Street to fiery crashes and mishaps aboard aircraft carriers, Whiz demonstrates the MUST HAVE requirements to be an effective leader and shows what can happen when these traits are lacking.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Four Required Traits
  • Improve the execution of your team immediately by ensuring alignment with AART
  • "I got it"
  • 3 simple words your team needs to say - and mean - to change your culture and improve execution
  • Decision Time for the Team
  • Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way

Debriefing

Duration: 60 minutes

High performing teams have one thing in common – they strive for continuous improvement. After every mission – combat or business – Whiz gets together behind closed doors and knocks out what’s called a ‘nameless and rankless’ Debrief. No punches are pulled and the team figures out what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to happen to improve current and/or future execution.

Key Takeaways:

It’s Not Who’s Right…It’s What’s Right

  • The Debrief is like Vegas and Church – what goes on in the Debrief stays in the Debrief and it’s an environment where the team is free to share where they’re falling short without fear of reprisal

Inside Out Criticism

  • The ‘Boss’ leads the debrief with ‘inside out criticism’ which lowers the barriers to communication and allows the entire team to share their observations

Lessons Learned

  • The deliverable of the debrief are critical lessons learned to improve execution, shared across the organization

Defeating Your Enemy with the Red Team

Duration: 60 minutes

In this powerful keynote Whiz shares a critical part of his proprietary planning process that most organization never do – and that’s why they fail. Before stepping to execute a mission – business or combat – Whiz gathers squadronmates or co-workers to act as the ‘enemy’ to attack his plan. This exercise makes the plan even tighter and increases the probability of success. If you don’t Red team your plan before you get airborne, someone else will gladly do it for you – the enemy.

Key Takeaways:

“Murder Board”

  • Discover why the Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) calls this process a “Murder Board”

We’ve Met the Enemy – and it’s Us

  • A recurring reason organizations fail during execution is because they didn’t think like the enemy during the planning process

Contingency Plan Now – Or Pay later

  • The time to think about what you’re going to do when something goes wrong is not when something goes wrong. Whiz demonstrated how contingency planning will end ‘fighting fires.’

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley Videos

Whiz & McKesson CEO John "The Hammer" Hammergren | Las Vegas

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How much does it cost to book Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley, 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley speak about?

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Adventure, Navy, Veterans, Executive Leadership, Non-Profit, Leadership, Business Leadership, Business and Inspirational.

Where does Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley travel from?

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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.


Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Adventure and Navy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Afterburner, Mike Abrashoff and Jocko Willink. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/01/2026.

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley Speaking Topics

  • Superior Execution with a Corporate Battle Rhythm

    Duration: 60 minutes

    Organizations and teams plan. They have a plan to plan. 'Death by planning.'

    But as GEN George S. Patton said: "A good plan violently executed now is better than a perfect plan executed next week."

    Discover the proprietary, combat and business tested process Whiz uses to plan quickly that also ensures plans are successfully executed with precision and accountability.

    Key Takeaways:

    • PACED
    • Plan, Adjust with Red Team, Communicate, Execute, Debrief
    • Red Team
    • If you don't Red Team the plan before you execute, someone will gladly do it for you - your enemy, the competition
    • Debrief
    • Learn why the debrief is REQUIRED to improve future execution and learn HOW to do it right

  • The AART of Leadership

    Duration: 60 minutes

    Authority. Accountability. Responsibility. Trust. These components are required in order to lead high performing teams and organizations. In this powerful and direct presentation Whiz will engage and challenge everyone from the newest employee to the leadership team.

    Using poignant examples from Wall Street to fiery crashes and mishaps aboard aircraft carriers, Whiz demonstrates the MUST HAVE requirements to be an effective leader and shows what can happen when these traits are lacking.

    Key Takeaways:

    • The Four Required Traits
    • Improve the execution of your team immediately by ensuring alignment with AART
    • "I got it"
    • 3 simple words your team needs to say - and mean - to change your culture and improve execution
    • Decision Time for the Team
    • Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way

  • Debriefing

    Duration: 60 minutes

    High performing teams have one thing in common – they strive for continuous improvement. After every mission – combat or business – Whiz gets together behind closed doors and knocks out what’s called a ‘nameless and rankless’ Debrief. No punches are pulled and the team figures out what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to happen to improve current and/or future execution.

    Key Takeaways:

    It’s Not Who’s Right…It’s What’s Right

    • The Debrief is like Vegas and Church – what goes on in the Debrief stays in the Debrief and it’s an environment where the team is free to share where they’re falling short without fear of reprisal

    Inside Out Criticism

    • The ‘Boss’ leads the debrief with ‘inside out criticism’ which lowers the barriers to communication and allows the entire team to share their observations

    Lessons Learned

    • The deliverable of the debrief are critical lessons learned to improve execution, shared across the organization

  • Defeating Your Enemy with the Red Team

    Duration: 60 minutes

    In this powerful keynote Whiz shares a critical part of his proprietary planning process that most organization never do – and that’s why they fail. Before stepping to execute a mission – business or combat – Whiz gathers squadronmates or co-workers to act as the ‘enemy’ to attack his plan. This exercise makes the plan even tighter and increases the probability of success. If you don’t Red team your plan before you get airborne, someone else will gladly do it for you – the enemy.

    Key Takeaways:

    “Murder Board”

    • Discover why the Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) calls this process a “Murder Board”

    We’ve Met the Enemy – and it’s Us

    • A recurring reason organizations fail during execution is because they didn’t think like the enemy during the planning process

    Contingency Plan Now – Or Pay later

    • The time to think about what you’re going to do when something goes wrong is not when something goes wrong. Whiz demonstrated how contingency planning will end ‘fighting fires.’

Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley Videos

Whiz & McKesson CEO John "The Hammer" Hammergren | Las Vegas
  • How do I book Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley, 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley speak about?

    Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Adventure, Navy, Veterans, Executive Leadership, Non-Profit, Leadership, Business Leadership, Business and Inspirational.
  • Where does Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley travel from?

    Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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 Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley 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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