Jason O. Harris
Decorated Combat Leader, Trust & Leadership Advisor, & Creator of No Fail Trust
Biography
Jason Harris is a dynamic keynote speaker, author, combat-proven pilot, and retired military officer who empowers leaders and teams through a culture of commitment, accountability, high performance, and trust. A retired Lieutenant Colonel and fourth-generation military member, Jason’s distinguished career in the US Air Force spanned nearly three decades. He served (continuously) on active duty and as a member of the Air Force Reserve Command from 2001 through 2023, with his last assignment as a flying Squadron Commander. After graduating from the United States Air Force Academy, he flew multiple aircraft over the course of his career including 11 deployments with more than 2,000 combat hours and 470 combat sorties around the globe. These high-risk combat experiences have all served as the launching point for his proprietary “No Fail Trust®” methodology. Jason doesn’t just understand the importance of trust; he knows how to build it. His proven methodology serves organizations and teams as a tool to empower executives and team members to foster an environment of mutual trust, responsibility, and productivity. Jason is an established, nationally recognized keynote speaker in the areas of Leadership, Corporate Culture, High Performance Teams, and Psychological Safety. He has shared his expertise with numerous high-level associations and Fortune 500 companies including Cisco Systems, Caterpillar, Ford, and Lockheed-Martin. Additionally, his insights have been featured in publications like Forbes magazine, multiple podcasts and, most recently, in the History Channel show, Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters.
Speech Topics
Leading with C.A.R.G.O.: How to Protect and Empower Your Most Precious Asset - Your People (Half-Day Workshop, Virtual or In-Person).
The CARGO framework taught in this highly actionable program equips your leaders to lead more effectively by instilling greater teamwork, initiative, and creativity in themselves and their teams. Leaders and teams will learn to: -Create Space for Creativity to address challenges and solve problems -Allow Access to Tools & Resources your team needs to succeed -Define Roles and Responsibilities for personal and organizational success -Align specific and measurable Goals and Objectives with your team and leadership -Examine ways to create Opportunities for Success and skill development for your team. Attendees will experience an instantly applicable shift in their ability to: -Deliver more innovative, effective solutions by fostering creativity and collaboration -Equip themselves and their team members with the information, tools, and opportunities necessary for success -Create a culture that values and celebrates huge successes and small wins.
No Fail Trust™ Workshop: Building High-Performance Teams (Half-Day Workshop, Virtual or In-Person).
This Interactive workshop equips attendees to create replicable, uniform training and processes that empower people to consistently execute their mission through the No Fail Trust™ framework. Leaders and teams will learn to: -Understand and implement the three pillars of the No Fail Trust™ framework -Create effective and replicable training programs -Design efficient processes that increase productivity and streamline operations Attendees will experience an instantly applicable shift in their ability to: -Foster an environment of commitment and accountability within their teams -Develop training and processes that improve performance and equip their teams to succeed -Build a culture of trust and empowerment in their teams and organization Tools: No Fail Trust™ Workbook
No Fail Trust™ and the Future: Empowering Remote and Hybrid Teams for Peak Performance.
This highly practical keynote equips the audience to develop trust and effective communication regardless of their team members' physical location. Sharing his own unique leadership experiences, Jason demonstrates how to build a thriving, productive environment for your team, whether they're remote, hybrid, or in the next office over. This program is perfect for leaders, teams, and HR professionals: -Adapting to the complexities of hybrid and remote work environments -Struggling to build trust and overcome communication hurdles, especially within a virtual or hybrid team -Needing practical strategies for fostering productivity and empowerment in remote employees The audience will leave with: -A better understanding of the future of work and its implications for team dynamics -Practical strategies for overcoming the challenges of leading and communication with geographically diverse teams -Actionable insights and practical tactics for engaging and empowering employees for peak performance
No Fail Trust™: The Flight Plan To Cultivating a High-Performance Team.
This transformative keynote empowers leaders and teams to deliver consistently excellent results through a culture of No Fail TrustⓇ. Jason shares tactics, techniques, and practical tools for navigating the inevitable turbulence of life and cultivating high-flying levels of empowerment, commitment, and accountability across your organization. This program Is perfect for leaders and teams: -Seeing a lack of engagement and trust but unsure how to foster greater connection and collaboration -Struggling to improve their team’s performance and productivity (or their own!) -Needing practical strategies for navigating the ever-changing challenges of life and business The audience will leave with: -A new understanding of the critical role trust plays in improving engagement, collaboration, and performance -A clear framework for cultivating unparalleled trust and enabling greater empowerment, commitment, and accountability -Practical techniques for adapting to unexpected conditions and challenges while maintaining a high level of trust -Immediately actionable steps for improving their collaboration, productivity, and job satisfaction
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Testimonials
"“Jason is an inspiring presenter who was able to share experiences that resonated with the members of our employee resource group. The members appreciated his passion and transparency. We are hoping to have another opportunity to invite him back to present to our organizational leadership.“"
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The typical range for Jason O. Harris's speaking fee is $20,000–$25,000. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Jason O. Harris to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.What factors influence the speaker's fee?
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