Mykel Hawke
Keynote Speaker: Survivalist, Adventure Guide, Bestselling Author & TV Personality; Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Officer & Combat Veteran
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Mykel Hawke Biography
Mykel Hawke is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces officer, combat veteran, survival expert, author, television personality, and internationally recognized adventure and preparedness expert. Known for his leadership, resilience, and ability to thrive in extreme environments, Hawke has dedicated his career to teaching others how to prepare, adapt, and overcome challenges in the wild and in everyday life.
A former Green Beret and U.S. Army Special Forces Captain, Hawke served for nearly three decades in military roles as a Special Forces medic, communications specialist, intelligence operator, and commander. His extensive field experience includes humanitarian missions, combat operations, search-and-rescue assignments, and training efforts around the world. He combines his military expertise with advanced education, including a master’s degree in psychology, to explore the connections between leadership, teamwork, decision-making, and human performance.
Following his military career, Hawke became a prominent figure in the world of survival television and media. He created and starred in Discovery Channel’s "Man, Woman, Wild," which featured his survival skills alongside his wife, television host Ruth England. He has also appeared in and created numerous programs, including "One Man Army," "Lost Survivors," and 'Elite Tactical Unit," and has been featured as a survival and military expert on more than 50 television programs.
Hawke is also a bestselling author and entrepreneur. His books include "Hawke’s Green Beret Survival Manual," "Hawke’s Special Forces Survival Handbook," "The Family Survival Guide," and works focused on survival, preparedness, foraging, and language learning. He has also developed survival products, training programs, and adventure experiences designed to help individuals, families, and organizations build confidence and preparedness skills.
As a keynote speaker, Hawke draws on decades of experience in military operations, survival, leadership, and human behavior to deliver powerful lessons on resilience, teamwork, crisis management, and overcoming adversity. Whether addressing corporate audiences, government organizations, or general audiences, he shares practical strategies for staying calm under pressure, making effective decisions, and leading through uncertainty.
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Mykel Hawke Speaking Topics
Many people think surviving is all about being in the wilderness. But survival applies to every aspect of all our lives, every day. From surviving work, school family, society and politics to surviving personal disasters, traumas and upheavals in our lives. This discussion is about surviving in the bush and in the world.
Some folks think survival is not for them but survival is in all of our DNA. That's how we got here and learning how to adapt is how we move forward. The secrets for how to overcome any obstacle lie in our survival strategies.
Key Points:
- Survival is simply creative problem solving with limited resources.
- Healthy Resiliency is a by product of preparation.
- Nothing can make everyone ready to survive
- But something for a plan, can help anyone in survival.
- Learning how to better survive makes one better ready to thrive
Often, Special Ops folks are seen as super human.
We are very human, we're just super focused.
Some say people are born that way, but we know, teaching and training make the elite.
There are many methods for developing a Special Ops capability. Time, Dime, People & Purpose determine what techniques are best. Leadership in Special Operations Forces has to meet a dual challenge: How to accomplish your mission and maximize your personnel.
Special Operations Forces (or SOF) are always ready to meet new challenges and overcome extreme obstacles. This requires deep planning for every aspect of any operation.
Key Points:
- Special Ops requires Special Selection for Talent Procurement S- pecial Forces require unique training for creative problem solving
- SOF Leaders have different demands for managing Operators
- Special Operations Skills can be learned and applied by anyone.
Mykel Hawke Videos
Surviving Extreme Weather
Foraging for Survival: Edible Wild Plants of North America
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Learning Languages Fast: Learn Any Language in as Little as a Week!
Hawke's Outdoor Survival Kit: Includes Survival Multi-Tool & Guide (Mega Mini Kits)
Hawke's Green Beret Survival Manual: Essential Strategies For: Shelter and Water, Food and Fire, Tools and Medicine, Navigation and Signa
How do I book Mykel Hawke to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Mykel Hawke for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mykel Hawke, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Mykel Hawke are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mykel Hawke, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Mykel Hawke speak about?
Mykel Hawke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Author, Veterans, Government, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Communication, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Leadership, Adventure and Inspirational.
Where does Mykel Hawke travel from?
Mykel Hawke generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Mykel Hawke?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mykel Hawke 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mykel Hawke 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 Mykel Hawke 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.
Mykel Hawke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Author and Veterans. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mykel Hawke for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Mykel Hawke generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rocky Bleier, Jim Davidson and Oz Sanchez. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mykel Hawke for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Mykel Hawke Speaking Topics
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Survival for Real, for Work and for Life
Many people think surviving is all about being in the wilderness. But survival applies to every aspect of all our lives, every day. From surviving work, school family, society and politics to surviving personal disasters, traumas and upheavals in our lives. This discussion is about surviving in the bush and in the world.
Some folks think survival is not for them but survival is in all of our DNA. That's how we got here and learning how to adapt is how we move forward. The secrets for how to overcome any obstacle lie in our survival strategies.
Key Points:
- Survival is simply creative problem solving with limited resources.
- Healthy Resiliency is a by product of preparation.
- Nothing can make everyone ready to survive
- But something for a plan, can help anyone in survival.
- Learning how to better survive makes one better ready to thrive
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Special Operations & Leadership Under Duress
Often, Special Ops folks are seen as super human.
We are very human, we're just super focused.
Some say people are born that way, but we know, teaching and training make the elite.
There are many methods for developing a Special Ops capability. Time, Dime, People & Purpose determine what techniques are best. Leadership in Special Operations Forces has to meet a dual challenge: How to accomplish your mission and maximize your personnel.
Special Operations Forces (or SOF) are always ready to meet new challenges and overcome extreme obstacles. This requires deep planning for every aspect of any operation.
Key Points:
- Special Ops requires Special Selection for Talent Procurement S- pecial Forces require unique training for creative problem solving
- SOF Leaders have different demands for managing Operators
- Special Operations Skills can be learned and applied by anyone.
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Mykel Hawke Videos
BOOKS
Surviving Extreme Weather
Foraging for Survival: Edible Wild Plants of North America
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Learning Languages Fast: Learn Any Language in as Little as a Week!
Hawke's Outdoor Survival Kit: Includes Survival Multi-Tool & Guide (Mega Mini Kits)
Hawke's Green Beret Survival Manual: Essential Strategies For: Shelter and Water, Food and Fire, Tools and Medicine, Navigation and Signa
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How do I book Mykel Hawke to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mykel Hawke 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 Mykel Hawke, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Mykel Hawke or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Mykel Hawke for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mykel Hawke, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Mykel Hawke are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mykel Hawke, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Mykel Hawke speak about?
Mykel Hawke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Author, Veterans, Government, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Communication, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Leadership, Adventure and Inspirational. -
Where does Mykel Hawke travel from?
Mykel Hawke generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mykel Hawke?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mykel Hawke 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mykel Hawke 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 Mykel Hawke 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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