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Leroy A. Petry

Leroy A. Petry

Keynote Speaker: Retired United States Army Soldier & Recipient of the U.S. Military's Highest Decoration, the Medal of Honor

Leroy A. Petry Biography

MSG (R) Leroy Petry was born on July 29, 1979 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1999; something he wanted to do since he was seven years old.

After completion of Infantry One Station Unit Training, the Airborne Course, and the Ranger Indoctrination Program at Ft. Benning, Georgia, he was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. He served as a Rifleman, Grenadier, Squad Automatic Rifleman, Fire Team Leader, Rifle Squad Leader, Assistant Operations Sergeant, Weapons Squad Leader, and Liaison Officer for United States Special Operations Command Care Coalition-Northwest Region, providing oversight to wounded warriors, ill and injured service members and their families.

He has deployed eight times in support of the Global War on Terror with two tours to Iraq and six to Afghanistan.

His military education includes the Airborne Course, Combat Life Saver Course, US Army Ranger Course, Warrior Leader Course, Jumpmaster Course, Advanced Leader Course, Senior Leader Course, and Combatives Level-1 Course. He earned the Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Expert Infantryman’s Badge, Basic and Senior Parachutist Badges, and Canadian Parachutist Badge.

His awards and decorations include the Medal of Honor, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal (1OLC), Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal (2OLC), Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal (1OLC), Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award), National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with 3 Combat Stars, Iraq Campaign Medal with Three campaign Stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (Numeral 3), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (Numeral 2), NATO Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, and the Valorous Unit Award. He was also inducted into the Distinguished Members of the 75th Ranger Regiment and the Ranger Hall of Fame in June of 2017.

MSG (R) Petry and his wife Ashley have four children, Brittany, Austin, Reagan and Landon. He is currently enrolled in college with goals to earn a degree in business management and own his own business. Leroy is currently serving as the President of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, in addition he is on several boards: GE Veteran’s Network (advisory), Boulder Crest Retreat, Patriot Project, AUSA board of trustees, Horses for Heroes, Halo for Freedom Foundation, Boulder Crest Retreat, and works as a warrior liaison for Feherty’s Troops First Foundation all geared to improving the lives of veterans our military and their families.

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Leroy A. Petry Videos

Master Sergeant Leroy Petry (Ret.) - YouTube
Sgt. 1st Class Leroy A. Petry tribute video - YouTube
Medal of Honor story: Leroy Petry - YouTube

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What topics does Leroy A. Petry speak about?

Leroy A. Petry is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Army, Personal Growth, Communication, Political, Government, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Inspirational, Motivational and Leadership.

Where does Leroy A. Petry travel from?

Leroy A. Petry generally travels from Fort Benning, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Leroy A. Petry is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Army and Personal Growth. The estimated speaking fee range to book Leroy A. Petry for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Leroy A. Petry generally travels from Fort Benning, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ty Carter, Mykel Hawke and Heath Calhoun. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Leroy A. Petry for an upcoming event.

Leroy A. Petry Videos

Master Sergeant Leroy Petry (Ret.) - YouTube
Sgt. 1st Class Leroy A. Petry tribute video - YouTube
Medal of Honor story: Leroy Petry - YouTube

Leroy A. Petry Reviews

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