Lt. General Russel Honoré USA (ret.)
Visionary leader and Commander of Joint Task Force Katrina

"See First, Understand First, Act First: Leadership and Preparedness in the 21st Century"
LTG Russel Honoré, USA (ret.) was widely hailed by the media as the "Category 5 General" who led Task Force Katrina in the aftermath of the devastating hurricane. A no-nonsense and authentic leader, Russel Honoré shares his deeply-held principles for operating in the NEW NORMAL - a world where unpredictability and volatility are ever present. Always delivered with his trademark Creole wit and candor, Honore's engaging talks connect with audiences of all types and highlight:

  • Developing a Culture of Preparedness
  • Leaders Take Care of Their People
  • The Art of Getting Things Done (a.k.a. - mission execution)
  • The Power of Moving Together Simultaneously (lessons from geese)

A true American hero and and man of vision, Gen. Honoré addresses how businesses, policymakers and the citizenry can solve a broad array of issues---from healthcare and energy to jobs and new technologies---simultaneously lowering costs and conserving resources, by emphasizing prevention, social entrepreneurship, and innovation.