Rye Barcott
Keynote Speaker: Veteran, Social Entrepreneur & Leadership Expert; CEO of With Honor; Author of "It Happened on the Way to War"
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Categories:Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Public Health, College, Veterans, Resilience, Leadership, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Non-Fiction Authors, World Affairs, Business Leadership, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Activism, Storytelling, Overcoming Adversity
Rye Barcott Biography
Rye Barcott is a social entrepreneur, author, investor, and former U.S. Marine Corps officer whose career spans military service, humanitarian work, and civic leadership. Barcott served five years on active duty in the Marine Corps, attaining the rank of captain and deploying to Bosnia, the Horn of Africa, and Iraq. While an undergraduate at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Barcott co-founded Carolina for Kibera, now known as CFK Africa, with Salim Mohamed and Tabitha Atieno Festo. The organization, focused on youth leadership and public health, addresses extreme poverty in the slums of Kenya. CFK Africa began as a small inter-ethnic soccer program and medical clinic and has grown into a major affiliated entity of UNC and a partner of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Time and the Gates Foundation recognized CFK Africa as a "Hero of Global Health."
Barcott's experiences as a Marine officer and humanitarian organizer are chronicled in his memoir, "It Happened on the Way to War: A Marine's Path to Peace." The book explores the intersection of military service and social entrepreneurship and has been adopted in college reading programs nationwide. Reader's Digest named it one of the top four nonfiction books of the year, and the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association awarded it the Ragan Old North State Award for Nonfiction. The TED Conference selected the memoir for its annual book club. Dartmouth College awarded Barcott an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. He also holds an MPA and MBA from Harvard University, where he was a Center for Public Leadership Social Entrepreneurship Fellow and George Leadership Fellow.
Barcott co-founded With Honor with the late bipartisan presidential advisor and Navy veteran David Gergen and entrepreneur and Marine Corps veteran Peter Dixon. With Honor is a national nonprofit and political action committee that addresses polarization in Congress by recruiting, electing, and supporting veterans who pledge to serve with integrity, civility, and courage across party lines. The organization has supported the election of more than 100 veterans and national security professionals to public office, including 50 serving in Congress, and has helped advance more than 200 bipartisan laws focused on national security, national service, and veterans' affairs. Prior to co-founding With Honor, Barcott co-founded and led the solar power investment firm Double Time Capital and served as special advisor to the CEO of Duke Energy, where he established and led a clean energy investment team.
In "Courage Can Save US: Ten Extraordinary Americans and the Fight for Our Future," Barcott profiles American political leaders who served in the military and the FBI, examining themes of public service and bipartisan governance. Barcott appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to discuss the book, highlighting the role of veteran leadership in restoring trust and courage in American public life. He serves on the boards of CFK Africa, the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, NDI, Veterans Bridge Home, and the U.S. Institute for Peace. Barcott's writing has appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times, USA Today, and TIME. His work provides insight into leadership, service, and the impact of moral courage in public affairs, social entrepreneurship, and veteran advocacy.
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Rye Barcott Speaking Topics
From day one, every boot Marine learns that there are three primary things that any military unit must do well to be successful: shoot, move, communicate. These motions create a useful framework for decision making called the OODA loop. The third leg of the equation is where most breakdowns occur. Communication is the hardest piece to get right, in combat or in peacetime. It is also the skill that often differentiates exceptional groups from average ones. Learn from the successes and failures of some of the most diverse teams imaginable. This talk focuses on practical steps to build trust and communicate more effectively – essential ingredients for enduring organizations and businesses.
Resistance is our greatest impediment to change. It's internal and external. Overcoming resistance can result in marvelous things. It changes lives and drives impact. Learn about methods to face resistance from extreme environments. This is a motivational talk designed for individuals, companies, and organizations aspiring to break from the status quo and struggling with how to do it effectively and for the long term.
Specifically designed for healthcare professionals, this presentation focuses on applying the model of participatory development to effect better health outcomes at home and abroad. It examines the motivational story of Tabitha Festo, a widowed nurse and mother of three who started a clinic with a grant for $26 in 2000. The Tabitha Clinic is now the base of the largest program the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention operates in informal settlements worldwide. This motivational talk focuses on the model of participatory development and how effective, sustainable change is led from within communities, not imposed from the top down.
“Many Americans go to the developing world to serve others. A smaller percentage end up being useful,” New York Times columnist David Brooks opined in his column, “The Rugged Altruists.” What differentiates successful social enterprises at home or abroad? As inspiring as it is informative, this presentation reveals the framework of participatory development, focuses on practical lessons learned, and motivates audiences on their own quests to make a difference in the world. Barcott wrote his book It Happened on the Way to War specifically for students and has presented to more than 100 schools during first year reading programs, commencements, and other featured presentations.
How do small teams react effectively under extreme duress? What can we learn from effective teams of committed individuals and apply to ordinary situations where leadership matters? This talk focuses on five lessons from the Marine Corps and humanitarian work peace building in one of the world's largest shanty towns. Barcott guides his audience on how they can more effectively lead and make an impact when the going gets tough.
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Speaking fees for Rye Barcott, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rye Barcott, 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 Rye Barcott speak about?
Rye Barcott is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Public Health, College, Veterans, Resilience, Leadership, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Non-Fiction Authors, World Affairs, Business Leadership, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Activism, Storytelling and Overcoming Adversity.
Where does Rye Barcott travel from?
Rye Barcott generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Rye Barcott?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rye Barcott 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 Rye Barcott for your next private or corporate function.
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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 Rye Barcott 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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Rye Barcott is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Public Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rye Barcott for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Rye Barcott generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rob Waldo Waldman, Carey Lohrenz and J.R. Martinez. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rye Barcott for an upcoming event.
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Rye Barcott Speaking Topics
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Shoot, Move, Communicate
From day one, every boot Marine learns that there are three primary things that any military unit must do well to be successful: shoot, move, communicate. These motions create a useful framework for decision making called the OODA loop. The third leg of the equation is where most breakdowns occur. Communication is the hardest piece to get right, in combat or in peacetime. It is also the skill that often differentiates exceptional groups from average ones. Learn from the successes and failures of some of the most diverse teams imaginable. This talk focuses on practical steps to build trust and communicate more effectively – essential ingredients for enduring organizations and businesses.
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The Enemy is Resistance
Resistance is our greatest impediment to change. It's internal and external. Overcoming resistance can result in marvelous things. It changes lives and drives impact. Learn about methods to face resistance from extreme environments. This is a motivational talk designed for individuals, companies, and organizations aspiring to break from the status quo and struggling with how to do it effectively and for the long term.
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Spark Change from Within: A “How-To” for the Healthcare Industry
Specifically designed for healthcare professionals, this presentation focuses on applying the model of participatory development to effect better health outcomes at home and abroad. It examines the motivational story of Tabitha Festo, a widowed nurse and mother of three who started a clinic with a grant for $26 in 2000. The Tabitha Clinic is now the base of the largest program the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention operates in informal settlements worldwide. This motivational talk focuses on the model of participatory development and how effective, sustainable change is led from within communities, not imposed from the top down.
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Spark Charge from Within: A Guide for Students
“Many Americans go to the developing world to serve others. A smaller percentage end up being useful,” New York Times columnist David Brooks opined in his column, “The Rugged Altruists.” What differentiates successful social enterprises at home or abroad? As inspiring as it is informative, this presentation reveals the framework of participatory development, focuses on practical lessons learned, and motivates audiences on their own quests to make a difference in the world. Barcott wrote his book It Happened on the Way to War specifically for students and has presented to more than 100 schools during first year reading programs, commencements, and other featured presentations.
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Leadership When It Matters Most
How do small teams react effectively under extreme duress? What can we learn from effective teams of committed individuals and apply to ordinary situations where leadership matters? This talk focuses on five lessons from the Marine Corps and humanitarian work peace building in one of the world's largest shanty towns. Barcott guides his audience on how they can more effectively lead and make an impact when the going gets tough.
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Rye Barcott talk: "It Happened on the Way to War" April 27 — The ...
Rye Barcott will discuss his book "It Happened on the Way to War: A Marine's Path to Peace" which details his co-founding of the ...
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Veteran, humanitarian Rye Barcott to speak March 30 | Newsroom ...
Rye Barcott, author of It Happened on the Way to War: A Marine's Path to Peace, will present a lecture titled “Spark Change from Within” at 1 ...
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How do I book Rye Barcott to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Rye Barcott 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 Rye Barcott, 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 Rye Barcott or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Rye Barcott for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Rye Barcott, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rye Barcott, 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 Rye Barcott speak about?
Rye Barcott is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Public Health, College, Veterans, Resilience, Leadership, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Non-Fiction Authors, World Affairs, Business Leadership, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Activism, Storytelling and Overcoming Adversity. -
Where does Rye Barcott travel from?
Rye Barcott generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Rye Barcott?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rye Barcott 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 Rye Barcott 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 Rye Barcott 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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