Turning Experience Into Stories That Educate, Empower, and Protect.
Spencer Coursen: Nationally Recognized Threat Management Expert and Keynote Speaker
Bestselling author and security strategist delivering powerful lessons on protection, battle-tested leadership, and authentic self-confidence. He helps audiences protect what matters most.
From the battlefield to the boardroom, Spencer Coursen has built a career on protecting what matters most. A bestselling author and sought-after keynote speaker, he blends riveting stories from his global experience with proven strategies that help audiences reclaim instincts, build authentic self-confidence, and lead with courage in high-stakes environments.
Your audience deserves more than a keynote. They deserve an unforgettable experience. Ignite your event with elite security insights, modern confidence, and leadership lessons that inspire action and equip them to thrive.
Keynote Topics
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True crime isn’t just entertainment—it’s education. Threat management expert Spencer Coursen flips the script on personal safety, revealing what predators really teach us when we’re willing to think like the people we fear most. Drawing from real-world cases and hard-won insights, Spencer shows how attackers exploit everyday vulnerabilities—and how you can spot the signs, trust your instincts, and take control before danger strikes.
Ideal for: True crime audiences, safety-conscious professionals, parents, community groups
You’ll walk away with:
Actionable safety takeaways inspired by real crimes
A clear understanding of how predators think—and how to beat them at their own game
Practical tools to build confidence, awareness, and a “dangerous-to-danger” mindset
This session isn’t about paranoia—it’s about preparation. Because the best way to stay safe… is to stop thinking like a victim.
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Battle-tested in the military and proven in the boardroom, Spencer Coursen shares the five leadership principles that have guided his career across high-stakes missions and professional arenas. From accountability and clarity to anticipation and consistency, these lessons show how discipline and foresight create resilient, high-performing teams.
Ideal for: Executives, leadership teams, entrepreneurs, managers at every level
You’ll walk away with:
A proven framework for measuring what matters most
Tools to strengthen accountability and trust within your team
Practical strategies to anticipate challenges and stay two steps ahead
The confidence to lead with clarity, consistency, and purpose
These lessons aren’t just military maxims—they’re universal truths for anyone who wants to inspire loyalty, drive results, and lead with impact.description
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True confidence isn’t loud, and it isn’t forced. It’s the quiet authority that comes from knowing who you are and leading from a place of authenticity. In this session, Spencer Coursen shares how to build self-confidence that doesn’t rely on bravado or approval but on clarity, presence, and consistency.
Ideal for: Executives, leaders, professionals in high-stakes or public-facing roles
You’ll walk away with:
A framework for cultivating confidence that feels natural, not performative
Tools to project presence and authority without posturing
Strategies for overcoming self-doubt and standing tall when it matters most
Practical insights to align how you see yourself with how others experience you
Because the strongest leaders don’t demand attention—they attract it by embodying authentic confidence.
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Overcoming Self-Doubt in High-Stakes Environments: Self-doubt is the unseen enemy of success. Spencer teaches leaders how to turn hesitation into action and fear into fuel.
Ideal for: Executives, leadership teams, athletes, performers
You’ll walk away with: Tactical mindset tools for resilience, composure, and mental clarity under pressure -
Modern Risk Management for Leaders: From digital breaches to physical threats, risk is evolving—and so must our defenses. Spencer breaks down what it takes to stay proactive, prepared, and protected.
Ideal for: Business leaders, corporate teams, high-net-worth individuals
You’ll walk away with: Practical frameworks for identifying and addressing risk before it becomes a crisis -
Building Authority When It Counts: Confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill. Spencer shows how to build it deliberately, even in the most high-pressure situations.
Ideal for: Teams, professionals, individuals in leadership or public-facing roles
You’ll walk away with: Tools for presence, persuasion, and poise under pressure -
Lessons From the Courtroom and the Field: Spencer offers a candid look at how small security oversights lead to major legal consequences—and what businesses can do to mitigate risk.
Ideal for: Legal teams, business owners, HR, corporate security
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Discipline, Accountability, and High-Stakes Performance: Success is built, not hoped for. Spencer shares the leadership frameworks that drive results when the margin for error is zero.
Ideal for: Managers, executive teams, performance-driven professionals
You’ll walk away with: Military-grade tools for execution, time management, and high-performance culture -
Living Smart Without Living in Fear: Spencer helps audiences sharpen their awareness, strengthen their instincts, and make smarter decisions in everyday environments.
Ideal for: General audiences, personal development events, schools, professionals
You’ll walk away with: A practical blueprint for staying safe, confident, and in control
