Sandra Stosz

Sandra Stosz

Keynote Speaker: Retired United States Coast Guard Vice Admiral, First Woman to Lead a US Armed Forces Service Academy & Author of "Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass: Leading in Uncharted Waters"

Sandra Stosz Biography

Admiral Sandy Stosz is an experienced senior leader who has served and operated in the military, maritime, homeland security, transportation, and academic sectors. Her expertise includes leadership development, strategic vision and planning, change management, training and education, and leading and managing complex organizations.

She started out in the Coast Guard as an ensign serving on polar icebreakers, conducting national security missions from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Her thirty-six-year career was filled with leadership lessons gleaned while breaking ice and breaking glass as the first woman to command an icebreaker on the Great Lakes and to lead a U.S. armed forces service academy.

A line officer, Admiral Stosz served for 12 years at sea. While commanding the medium endurance cutter Reliance she and her crew patrolled off the coast of New York City, keeping the nation safe and secure following the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. She led large Coast Guard organizations during times of crisis and complexity. As Superintendent of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut, she was responsible for developing and educating a corps of 1,000 cadets. She also led the Coast Guard’s recruit training center in Cape May, New Jersey where she was responsible for building the Service’s enlisted workforce. She finished her career as the first woman assigned as Deputy Commandant for Mission Support, directing one of the Coast Guard’s largest enterprises. She was responsible for all facets of support for the Coast Guard’s diverse mission set through oversight of human capital, lifecycle engineering and logistics, acquisitions, information technology, training, and education and security.

Admiral Stosz graduated from the Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in Government. She earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a Master of National Security Strategy from the National War College. She completed an executive fellowship in national security through the MIT Seminar XXI program and completed the Navy’s Executive Business Course at the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler business school.

Admiral Stosz’s military awards include two Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medals, three Legion of Merit Medals and four Meritorious Service Medals. She is the recipient of the National Maritime Historical Society Distinguished Service Award; Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and Airmen’s Club Distinguished Military Leadership Award; Girl Scouts of America Trail Blazer Award, and the Connecticut Woman of the Year award. In 2012, Newsweek’s “The Daily Beast” named her as one of 150 Women who Shake the World.

Following retirement from the Coast Guard, Admiral Stosz established Sandra L. Stosz, LLC, focused on leadership and leader development. She serves as chair of the Coast Guard Academy Sailing Council, a trustee for the James M. Loy Institute for Leadership, a member of the Board of Directors for the Flag and General Officer Network, a member of the Flag and General Officer Advisory Council to the President of Arizona State University, the Darley Defense Advisory Board, and the Government Technology and Services Coalition Editorial Board.

She is the author of "Breaking Ice & Breaking Glass: Leading in Uncharted Waters."

Outside of work, Admiral Stosz enjoys hiking, swimming, birdwatching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family.

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Sandra Stosz Speaking Topics

Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass

Leaders eager to make a difference by helping people and organizations be at their best will find Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass: Leading in Uncharted Waters their go-to resource. Today, our nation is like a ship being tossed in tumultuous seas. The winds and waves of change have divided and distanced our society, threatening to wash away the very principles upon which our nation was founded.

Now more than ever, our nation needs leaders anchored with the moral courage to stand strong and steady against the battering waves that, if unchecked, could erode our core values. These inspirational leaders of character will unite people in support of a shared purpose by building the trust and respect necessary for organizations and their people to thrive.

Don’t miss this opportunity to become the leader of character others want to follow!

Sandra Stosz Videos

Sandra Stosz : Mentoring
Leading in Uncharted Waters (Guest: Vice Admiral Sandra Stosz)
Clip #3: Three Must Haves to Reach Your Career Goals

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How much does it cost to book Sandra Stosz for a speaking engagement?

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

Sandra Stosz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Leadership, Women, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Military, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Motivational, Inspirational, Veterans and Thought Leadership.

Where does Sandra Stosz travel from?

Sandra Stosz generally travels from Falmouth, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Sandra Stosz?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sandra Stosz 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 Sandra Stosz 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 Sandra Stosz 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.


Sandra Stosz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Leadership and Women. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sandra Stosz for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sandra Stosz generally travels from Falmouth, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Olga Custodio, Amelia Rose Earhart and Rachel Balkovec. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sandra Stosz for an upcoming event.

Sandra Stosz Speaking Topics

  • Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass

    Leaders eager to make a difference by helping people and organizations be at their best will find Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass: Leading in Uncharted Waters their go-to resource. Today, our nation is like a ship being tossed in tumultuous seas. The winds and waves of change have divided and distanced our society, threatening to wash away the very principles upon which our nation was founded.

    Now more than ever, our nation needs leaders anchored with the moral courage to stand strong and steady against the battering waves that, if unchecked, could erode our core values. These inspirational leaders of character will unite people in support of a shared purpose by building the trust and respect necessary for organizations and their people to thrive.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to become the leader of character others want to follow!

Sandra Stosz Videos

Sandra Stosz : Mentoring
Leading in Uncharted Waters (Guest: Vice Admiral Sandra Stosz)
Clip #3: Three Must Haves to Reach Your Career Goals
Breaking Ice and Breaking Glass: Leading in Uncharted Waters by ...

Sandra Stosz Reviews

  • The AAE staff were very helpful. We are so grateful to have had Vice Admiral Stosz join us for our Veterans Day event. It turned out to be a great celebration for those who have and are currently serving our great nation.
    Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies - Nov 21 2022

  • How do I book Sandra Stosz to speak at my event?

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

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

    Sandra Stosz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Leadership, Women, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Military, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Motivational, Inspirational, Veterans and Thought Leadership.
  • Where does Sandra Stosz travel from?

    Sandra Stosz generally travels from Falmouth, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Sandra Stosz?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sandra Stosz 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 Sandra Stosz 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 Sandra Stosz 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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