Tom Crea

Tom Crea

PA, US
Values are like magnets: marketed to attract like-minded people, when lived, you retain your best and brightest.

Tom has a B.S. & M.C.S. in Computer Science and a M.A. in Political Science. He became a decorated Army officer and Blackhawk helicopter pilot who operated at the highest levels within the Department of Defense. Hand selected to run the ROTC officers leadership development program at two colleges, his team transformed college students into Army Leaders.

"we transformed college students into Army leaders, ready to lead soldiers successfully into war" - Tom Crea

He is a strong and engaging speaker with vast experience and insight in working with all levels of military, civilian, and contract staff. Over the years, Tom has directed his skills to the private sector turning diverse, often conflicted staff into focused mission oriented team members.

His frontline and "in the trenches" experience in the military, information technology, and higher education enable him to keep audiences on the edge of their seats while they master the simple principles of the Blackhawk leadership way.

Tom is the author of "Unleash Your Values: How to Lead and Succeed in Business Today... A Helicopter Pilot's Spin on Developing the Leader in You"

Leadership Culture:

His proudest leadership moment came when his Troop was called to war in Iraq after he had rotated out. His replacement was not able to perform, so members in his Troop stepped up to lead; they attribute their success to the leadership Tom instilled in each of them. Today, the Blackhawk training system.

Tom has a B.S. & M.C.S. in Computer Science and a M.A. in Political Science. He became a decorated Army officer and Blackhawk helicopter pilot who operated at the highest levels within the Department of Defense. Hand selected to run the ROTC officers leadership development program at two colleges, his team transformed college students into Army Leaders.

"we transformed college students into Army leaders, ready to lead soldiers successfully into war" - Tom Crea

He is a strong and engaging speaker with vast experience and insight in working with all levels of military, civilian, and contract staff. Over the years, Tom has directed his skills to the private sector turning diverse, often conflicted staff into focused mission oriented team members.

His frontline and "in the trenches" experience in the military, information technology, and higher education enable him to keep audiences on the edge of their seats while they master the simple principles of the Blackhawk leadership way.

Tom is the author of "Unleash Your Values: How to Lead and Succeed in Business Today... A Helicopter Pilot's Spin on Developing the Leader in You"

Leadership Culture:

His proudest leadership moment came when his Troop was called to war in Iraq after he had rotated out. His replacement was not able to perform, so members in his Troop stepped up to lead; they attribute their success to the leadership Tom instilled in each of them. Today, the Blackhawk training system.

Servant Leadership:Be that Guiding Light for Your Team

"40% of first-time managers fail within the first 18 months"

What's the difference between being a manager, and being a leader? Where can you learn leadership? National polls consistently reflect that our society rates its military officers at the top of our nation's most trusted leaders. Why do so many famous authors use military examples to address leadership?

Values are like magnets. They are what a company markets to attract like-minded people... recruiting. When you live your...

LeadershipEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Team Building: Creating a Culture for Winning Teams

"People are our most important resource, cliche?"

A metaphor for achieving organizational goals within budget, every leader wants to arrive "On Time, On Target." With so many variables that can derail an effort, managers who learn to empower, delegate, and develop individuals will accomplish more. When you establish a learning environment and create a culture that inspires members to work together and achieve, you transform yourself into a trusted leader.

On several eventful...

Teamwork / TeambuildingEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Relate and Communicate: Building Bridges & Connecting with Others

People who can read others quickly, then learn, and speak their language, will relate and communicate most effectively. 

"40% of new leaders fail within the first 18 months" 
Why?  A failure to build good relationships.

People drive success in every organization and recruiters continue to rate communication skills a top priority.  

During our session, we'll pair up to practice answering two key...

Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeCommunication