Matthew "Whiz" Buckley

A Navy fighter pilot turned Fortune 500 leader, Matthew “Whiz” Buckley delivers high impact keynotes on execution, leadership and peak performance.

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Whiz blew our event at the Aspen airport out of the water. His extensive business and military experience is unparalleled and his life story veering from tragedy to success is beyond moving. He flew his own fighter jet to the event and provided a couple of people with the experience of a lifetime! Fight's On!

Jeff Posey, CEO

Genesis Capital Ventures

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Why you should book Matthew "Whiz" Buckley for your next event

Learn precision decision-making and execution from a TOPGUN fighter pilot and Wall Street leader.
Master resilience and adaptability with battle-tested leadership lessons from high-stakes environments.
Take inspiration to action with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly a real fighter jet.

Whiz is a decorated TOPGUN fighter pilot, Wall Street executive, and best-selling author who delivers high-impact keynotes on leadership, execution, and resilience. From the cockpit to the boardroom, he helps organizations master precision, discipline, and peak performance.

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Keynotes

Keynote by Matthew "Whiz" Buckley: Superior Execution with a Corporate Battle Rhythm

Organizations and teams plan. They have a plan to plan. 'Death by planning.'

As GEN George S. Patton said:

"A good plan violently executed now is better than a perfect plan executed next week."

Discover the proprietary combat and business tested process Whiz uses to plan quickly that also ensures plans are executed successfully with precision and accountability. Learn the most important part of a Corporate Battle Rhythm - the Debrief - and how it can immediately improve your execution.

Key Takeaways:

Paced: Plan, Adjust with Red Team, Communicate, Execute, Debrief
Red Team: If you don't Red Team the plan before you execute, someone will gladly do it for you - your enemy
Debrief: Learn why the debrief is REQUIRED to improve future execution and learn HOW to do it right

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Keynote by Matthew "Whiz" Buckley: The AART of Leadership

Authority. Accountability. Responsibility. Trust.

These components are required in order to lead high performing teams and organizations.

In this powerful and direct presentation Whiz will engage and challenge everyone from the newest employee to the leadership team.

Using poignant examples from Wall Street to fiery crashes and mishaps aboard aircraft carriers, Whiz demonstrates the MUST HAVE requirements to be an effective leader and shows what can happen when these traits are lacking.

Key Takeaways:

The Four Required Traits: Improve the execution of your team immediately by ensuring alignment with AART
"I got it": 3 simple words your team needs to say - and mean - to change your culture and improve execution
Decision Time for the Team: Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way

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Customer Reviews

Jeff Posey, CEO Genesis Capital Ventures

Whiz is the only speaker I've seen in over four decades who seamlessly weaves his military and business experience together to provide solid takeaways for organizations. Our team immediately implemented debriefing and red teaming which improved our business dramatically. His leadership experience from the front lines to the front office is unequaled. Usually, speakers receive warm applause when they're done - Whiz brought the house down with a standing ovation. As the President of Consumer and Business Banking for Capital One/Hibernia Bank I strongly recommend Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley.

Paul Bonitatibus, President, Consumer and Business Banking Hibernia National Bank/Capital One Bank

Whiz can walk into a crowded room of thousands and within minutes the thousands gather around him. He has the natural ability, demeanor and soul to engage everyone. Couple this energy with being an incredible family man, a decorated Navy fighter pilot and a high performing business leader and add a meaningful mission, saving Veterans lives. Whiz is THE man to take your team to the next level - he's done it from the front lines to the front office.

Karen Bertoli Faster Capital

I had the privilege of working with Matthew “Whiz” Buckley, and I can say without hesitation that his experience as a TOPGUN fighter pilot and C level executive sets him apart as an extraordinary motivational speaker.

Joe Mischler, Co-Founder & Managing Partner Stratton Street Litigation Funding LLC

Matthew "Whiz" Buckley

From TOPGUN Fighter Pilot to Business Leader

Keynote Speaker Matthew "Whiz" Buckley is a decorated Navy TOPGUN fighter pilot, Wall Street executive, and best-selling author who delivers high-impact keynotes on leadership, execution, and resilience. His unique background—combining elite military training with top-level corporate experience—makes him one of the most sought-after speakers for organizations looking to elevate performance, improve decision-making, and thrive under pressure.

Whiz’s career spans from flying F/A-18 Hornets in combat missions to leading a multi-billion-dollar financial firm on Wall Street. He successfully built a $25 million media startup in under a year and founded a top-tier financial training company. His deep expertise in risk management, peak performance, and mission-driven leadership equips businesses with real-world strategies to adapt, innovate, and excel in competitive industries.

When you book Matthew "Whiz" Buckley for your event, you’re bringing in a speaker who doesn’t just inspire—he provides actionable tools for success. His keynotes transform audiences by instilling a fighter pilot’s precision, discipline, and resilience into corporate strategy and execution.

Whether leading Fortune 500 companies, coaching elite athletes, or guiding high-performing teams, Whiz delivers unforgettable insights that drive results.