The economic crisis, the housing crisis, the healthcare crisis, the environmental crisis, two overseas wars, the ever-present threat of new attacks on the American homeland—there is no question that we live in uncertain and troubling times. This is a time when visionary leaders can mean the difference between success and failure.

Randall Larsen, who garnered national recognition as an expert in homeland security following 9/11, has dedicated a career spanning nearly 40 years identifying and mastering the skills necessary for superlative leadership. With extensive experience in the military, corporate, and academic communities, Larsen has a unique perspective on the challenges today’s leaders face. He will educate, entertain, and inspire you as he talks about leadership during troubled times and the necessity of building more resilient organizations.

Randall Larsen’s leadership resume:

• Vice president and corporate officer (1 of only 5) of a 400-person consulting firm, 2000–2003
• US Air Force colonel and former commander of America’s VIP fleet of aircraft at Andrews AFB, Maryland, 1996–1998
• National Security Advisor, Center for Biosecurity, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2004–present
• Department chair and professor of strategy at the National Defense University, 1998–2000

Drawing on decades of executive leadership experience, Larsen has provided valuable lessons learned to millions of people via keynote speeches, radio programs and national television. A recent keynote, "Lessons Learned from A Good War," was top-billed in the August 2008 issue of Vital Speeches of the Day. This speech was based on the screenplay Larsen co-wrote and is now co-producing about the inspirational leadership that resulted in one of the greatest scientific and humanitarian achievements of all time.

Key Lessons from A Good War:

1. Ask the right questions
2. Set and enforce standards
3. Ensure proper use of technology
4. Leverage capabilities: Posse Up!

Vital Speeches of the Day, August 2008 (PDF)