Michael Tougias
NY Times Bestselling Author of 29 books
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A passionate decision-making expert and author of several national bestsellers, including The Finest Hours, which the Disney Corporation turned into major motion picture released in 2016. Tougias is a dynamic speaker who shares what he has learned from survivors and rescuers about decision-making, goal attainment, managing stress, and resilience. He also has studied and written about President Kennedy's deliberations during the Cuban Missile Crisis and reveals how we can all learn from JFK's determination, conclusions and leadership. Tougias' latest book is Above & Beyond: John F. Kennedy and America's Most Dangerous Spy Mission (release date April 2018 --- "This superbly written, tense, and sometimes sad account views the Cuban Missile Crisis from an unusual and telling perspective." -- Booklist Starred review!)
• Tougias has spoken in almost all 50 states to Fortune 500 companies, Associations, Colleges, and had keynotes dozens of annual conventions. (Endorsements are available)
• Author and co-author of 29 books, including Ten Hours Until Dawn, Fatal Forecast, King Philip's War, Rescue of the Bounty, The Finest Hours and A Storm Too Soon.
• Frequent guest on television & radio such as Fox & Friends, The Weather Channel, National NPR, and ABC's 20/20.
• Recipient of the American Library Association's Editor's Choice, and the Independent Publisher's "Best Book in its Class"
Speech Topics & Categories
• Leadership, teambuilding, management
• Inspiration, motivation
• Stress (harnessing into action)
• Military, Decision-Making
2018 Endorsement from Executive Director of Gulf Coast CEO Forum, Kim Miele: "As you begin planning for 2019, consider Michael Tougias. We just had him last week and he received all 5's- our highest rated speaker this year and the group raved about him. Loved his takeaways and so enjoyed Michael. He presents a wonderful talk on 14 steps to Strategic Decision Making and brings in his new book "Above and Beyond" which brings in John F. Kennedy and American's Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission. Michael is so kind and easy to work with and I hope you will consider him for your group."
Tougias lives in Florida and Massachusetts. (Speaking Fee Discounts given for keynotes in FL and the New England states)
Among his most popular books are:
The Finest Hours (Simon & Schuster)
Above & Beyond (Public Affairs/Hachette Book Group)
A Storm Too Soon (Simon & Schuster)
King Philips War (with Eric Schultz, published by WW Norton)
Some organizations have had Tougias speak multiple years on a different topic. These groups inclue Gulf Coast CEO's, Acadia Insurance Company, Florida Atlantic University, The U.S. Coast Guard, and many more.
Michael J. Tougias, NY Times bestselling author & Dynamic Speaker
A passionate decision-making expert and author of several national bestsellers, including The Finest Hours, which the Disney Corporation turned into major motion picture released in 2016. Tougias is a dynamic speaker who shares what he has learned from survivors and rescuers about decision-making, goal attainment, managing stress, and resilience. He also has studied and written about President Kennedy's deliberations during the Cuban Missile Crisis and reveals how we can all learn from JFK's determination, conclusions and leadership. Tougias' latest book is Above & Beyond: John F. Kennedy and America's Most Dangerous Spy Mission (release date April 2018 --- "This superbly written, tense, and sometimes sad account views the Cuban Missile Crisis from an unusual and telling perspective." -- Booklist Starred review!)
• Tougias has spoken in almost all 50 states to Fortune 500 companies, Associations, Colleges, and had keynotes dozens of annual conventions. (Endorsements are available)
• Author and co-author of 29 books, including Ten Hours Until Dawn, Fatal Forecast, King Philip's War, Rescue of the Bounty, The Finest Hours and A Storm Too Soon.
• Frequent guest on television & radio such as Fox & Friends, The Weather Channel, National NPR, and ABC's 20/20.
• Recipient of the American Library Association's Editor's Choice, and the Independent Publisher's "Best Book in its Class"
Speech Topics & Categories
• Leadership, teambuilding, management
• Inspiration, motivation
• Stress (harnessing into action)
• Military, Decision-Making
2018 Endorsement from Executive Director of Gulf Coast CEO Forum, Kim Miele: "As you begin planning for 2019, consider Michael Tougias. We just had him last week and he received all 5's- our highest rated speaker this year and the group raved about him. Loved his takeaways and so enjoyed Michael. He presents a wonderful talk on 14 steps to Strategic Decision Making and brings in his new book "Above and Beyond" which brings in John F. Kennedy and American's Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission. Michael is so kind and easy to work with and I hope you will consider him for your group."
Tougias lives in Florida and Massachusetts. (Speaking Fee Discounts given for keynotes in FL and the New England states)
Among his most popular books are:
The Finest Hours (Simon & Schuster)
Above & Beyond (Public Affairs/Hachette Book Group)
A Storm Too Soon (Simon & Schuster)
King Philips War (with Eric Schultz, published by WW Norton)
Some organizations have had Tougias speak multiple years on a different topic. These groups inclue Gulf Coast CEO's, Acadia Insurance Company, Florida Atlantic University, The U.S. Coast Guard, and many more.
14 Steps To Strategic Decision Making: JFK and the Cuban Missile Crisis ( author of Above & Beyond)
This program is perfect for:
- Teams facing change and new challenges
The audience will leave with:
- Clear takeaways to manage stress, run more effective meetings, and make better decisions
Fourteen Steps To Strategic Decision-making: President Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis
In this multi-media presentation author and...
Leadership & Teamwork Lessons From the Finest Hours
The Finest Hours: Leadership, Teamwork and Resilience
Michael Tougias, co-author of The Finest Hours, chronicles the gripping story of Coast Guardman Bernie Webber and the incredible leadership he displayed in the most daring rescue in American history. Tougias describes the harrowing attempts to rescue the seamen on a sinking oil tanker, focusing on four young Coast Guardsmen who must overcome insurmountable odds to save the lives of 32...
Survive & Thrive: Decision-Making and Stress Reduction Under Pressure
This program is perfect for:
- Teams faced with change and new challenges. And employees who wish to handle stress more effectively
The audience will leave with:
- Several techniques for handling rapid change and enjoying the challenges at work while finding balance in life
Survive & Thrive: Decision-Making Under...
Program Moderator & Can Tailor Keynote for your Occasion
- all types of events
The Finest Hours: From idea to book to major motion picture
Tougias had to tell the story of one of the world's greatest rescues. Tougias will first use slides of the actual rescue to tell the story, then he will discuss the writing of the book and the making of the movie. Entertaining and informative, this presentation gives you an inside look at Hollywood and the research work behind a non-fiction bestseller. Tougias mixes in humor about his...
Successful Meetings
This program is perfect for:
- Anyone who runs a meeting
The audience will leave with:
- A clear understanding of the components to lead a successful meeting to reach team goals
In this multi-media presentation and training session author and keynote speaker Michael J. Tougias first gives a...
