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Mark "The Spark" Johnson

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A genuine American hero, Mark Johnson inspires audiences world wide with his fascinating and scintillating accomplishments of 21 years spent as a Green Beret/Special Forces officer. One of America’s brightest stars on the motivational speaking circuit, he is dynamic, entertaining, humorous, and has incredible passion. His energy is infectious as he details death-defying feats of courage and survival in Iraq and Somalia, ("Blackhawk Down"). A real-life combination of James Bond and Rambo, he commanded specially-trained and educated teams that our nation selected for the most dangerous and hazardous missions. He conducted sensitive and classified operations in more than fifty-five countries throughout Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Highly decorated, included among his more than twenty-five awards are the Bronze Star, earned for his heroic leadership during the Gulf War. A master parachutist, he has performed more than two-hundred jumps, and has been awarded the advanced parachutist badges from fourteen nations. In his last military assignment, as chairman of the military science department at Pittsburg (KS) State University, he established a NATIONAL RECORD for attracting students to attend a summer leadership camp, more than doubling the 47-year-old previous mark!

Mark inspired those in his care to fearlessly excel despite enormous odds. He motivates people to action, providing them with a plan and formula for success to overcome all adversity and achieve excellence. He inspires community involvement, servitude, and devotion to hard work.

He has authored two books: How To Get Anyone To Follow You Anywhere: Green Beret Secrets to Leadership and Team Building; and: Lessons in Leadership... Straight Talk from a Green Beret”, and is co-author of the book: Team Building Path….Green Beret Teamwork”.

Areas of Expertise:

Motivation

Leadership

Green Beret Team Building

Patriotism

Target Audiences:

Corporations/Business

Government and Citizens/Veterans and Military Groups

Managers and Leaders

Chambers of Commerce

Universities/Community Colleges/High Schools

Top 3 Reasons to have Mark Johnson as your next speaker:

Unquestioned credibility and experience. Proven leadership and team-building methods and techniques that work. Tested in demanding and incredible life-and-death situations. He commands respect!

Excitement/Energy/Motivation.  As proven by his national record, his methods of motivation is second-to-none.  Mark brings an energy level that will leave you breathless. You will leave with renewed vigor, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.

Engaging and humorous. Clients and audiences appreciate his engaging, real world work and life examples.  They are fascinated and entertained by his humor and charismatic personality.

Fees:
Keynote in Missouri or Kansas: $2000
Seminar: $1500

Marks' Most Requested Programs:

KEYNOTES:

“How to get Anyone to Follow You Anywhere!”…Be an Inspirational Leader!

Be an Exceptional Leader and achieve excellence… Lessons in Leadership: Straight Talk from a Green Beret

Green Beret Secrets of Team Building.

We are Champions; Feel Good about it!….A dynamic celebration of Patriotism.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS:

Start Off Right: Excel as a New Leader or Supervisor

Motivate From the Heart: "Make the Impossible Possible"! A seminar in Motivation

Lessons in Leadership: Straight Talk from a Green Beret… the ABC’s of Leading and Supervising

How to Form and Lead a Team…. The Green Beret Way to achieve success!

STUDENT PRESENTATIONS:

Capture your Energy….Transform Your Life!

Feel the Excitement…Dedication, Pride, citizenship!

Character Development….Choose the “Hard Right” over the “Easy Wrong"

Real World Leadership Skills; "C.E. times 3"

Testimonials:

“Mark shook the rafters with his enthusiasm and message. Mark shared his talents detailing his life altering leadership experiences. His style was engaging, humorous, and attention grabbing.  His energy and message was so strong that if any of our participants weren’t patriotic before Mark made his presentation they were at the top of the list of Patriots by the program’s conclusion. His charisma is Infectious. Outstanding! A true Green Beret American hero!  - Jack Lindquist, President, Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership

“Mark’s charisma is unreal...reminiscent of Elvis. You feel his magic with each word. His energy is infectious.”  - Nancy Tklacevic, President & CEO, West Coast Quartz, Inc. Fremont, CA

"Mark Johnson was excellent! I could have listened to him for hours! He enthused and inspired me and gave me confidence to tackle difficult situations. He is dynamic and full of personality!"  - Sarah Haughan, National Trust Company, Birmingham, England

“Mark Johnson truly provides a "spark" to any program with his effective presentation and compelling, first-hand experiences of leadership in the most challenging of circumstances. He is a great patriot, with a heart for young people and a passion for excellence. His message is a vital one for youth, business, and community leaders.”  - Dr. Ron Wilson, Director, Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development  Kansas State University

"Colonel Johnson, Thank you for your book, Lessons in Leadership... our nation is grateful for the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our veterans. Laura and I send our best wishes. May God bless you, and may God continue to bless America." George W. Bush  President of the United States

 

 

 

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