If you’ve found Jason O. Harris through a speaker bureau listing, a colleague’s recommendation, or a Google search, this page gives you everything you need to know directly from the source.
Background, topics, process, what makes him different, and how to book without going through a middleman.
1. Who Is Jason O. Harris?
Jason O. Harris is a retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Colonel, Special Operations aviator, USAFA graduate (Class of 2001), and current Boeing 777 pilot for American Airlines.
He served 20 years on active duty flying 470 combat sorties across 11 deployments, commanding Air Force Special Operations squadrons, and operating alongside Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 in environments where trust was the only thing standing between mission success and mission failure.
He served as an instructor at the U.S. Air Force Academy and commanded squadrons where the standard wasn’t optional, it was the only way everyone came home.
Today Jason is one of the most sought-after trust and leadership keynote speakers in the country, and the author of No Fail Trust® (Forefront Books, August 2026). He speaks at corporate conferences, executive leadership retreats, association annual meetings, and government summits for some of the most demanding audiences in the world.
What makes Jason different from other speakers:
- Real combat experience and not borrowed frameworks or just the academic research, but firsthand leadership under life-and-death pressure
- Practical framework. The No Fail Trust® model gives audiences a repeatable structure they can implement Monday morning
- Fortune 500 track record. Jason has delivered to some of the most demanding corporate audiences in the country
- Pre-event consultation. Every keynote is customized to your industry, audience, and the specific leadership challenge you’re solving
- Post-event resources. Jason’s engagement doesn’t end when he leaves the stage
Best for:
Corporate conferences, defense and aerospace, financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, leadership retreats, association annual meetings, HR and CHRO summits.
2. What Does Jason O. Harris Speak About?
Jason’s keynotes center on the No Fail Trust® framework, a three-pillar model built directly from his military experience:
- Trusted Training. Equipping people with the skills and confidence to execute at the highest level
- Trusted People. Building the interpersonal trust that fuels collaboration, accountability, and commitment
- Trusted Processes.Creating the systems and standards teams can rely on when the pressure is real
His two signature keynotes are:
- No Fail Trust®: The Flight Plan to a High-Performance Culture. This is the flagship keynote, for organizations ready to build a culture of genuine accountability and trust.
- No Fail Trust® and the Future of Work: Leading Remote and Hybrid Teams for Peak Performance. This is for organizations navigating distributed teams and hybrid leadership challenges.
Both are fully customized to each audience, industry, and the specific leadership challenge the organization is working through.
3. Who Has Jason Spoken For?
Jason has delivered keynotes for organizations including:
- Lockheed Martin
- Ford
- Caterpillar
- Amazon
- Cisco
- Abbott
- Marriott
- Fidelity
- ConEdison
- National Safety Council
- U.S. government agencies
- Healthcare associations
- Financial services organizations
- Manufacturing and engineering companies
4. What Do Audiences Say?
“97% of survey respondents rated the talk at 5 out of 5 stars. I’ve had multiple leaders come to me to say they’d like to keep the conversation around trust going on the heels of the momentum Jason created.”
— Jen Yingling, Senior Analyst, Emergent BioSolutions
“Jason delivered an incredibly impactful keynote for our leadership team. His No Fail Trust framework gave our leaders practical tools they could apply immediately.”
— Jason Doan, Caterpillar
“Jason’s message on trust resonated deeply with our HR professionals. His ability to connect real-world military experience to workplace leadership made for an unforgettable session.”
— Tracy Burns, CEO, NEHRA
5. What Is the Process for Booking Jason?
- Contact us via jasonoharris.com/contact or Jason@NoFailTrust.com with your event date, location, audience size, and goals.
- Jason’s team confirms availability and discusses your event in detail, usually within one business day.
- Jason conducts a pre-event consultation to customize content for your specific audience and industry.
- Jason arrives the day before the event and spends time connecting with attendees before, during, and after the keynote.
- Post-event resources, including the No Fail Trust® video series, No Fail Trust Companion Workbook, and 7 Skill Sets guide, are delivered to all attendees.
6. Should I Book Through a Speaker Bureau or Directly?
Jason works with select speaker bureaus. But booking directly through jasonoharris.com/speaking or Jason@NoFailTrust.com consistently means:
- Faster response. You’re talking directly to Jason’s team, not waiting for a bureau to relay messages
- More direct access. Pre-event consultation, post-event follow-up, and the full relationship happen without a middleman
- Same pricing. The fee doesn’t increase when you book direct. And you actually save on commissions.
If you’ve found Jason listed on a bureau site, contact him directly. You’ll get a better experience and the same result, if not better.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jason O. Harris’s speaking fee?
Jason’s keynote fees vary based on event type, travel requirements, and customization scope. Contact Jason’s team directly at jasonoharris.com/speaking for a quote specific to your event. His team responds within one business day.
What industries does Jason speak to?
Jason has spoken across defense and aerospace, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing and engineering, technology, associations, government, and Fortune 500 corporate events. His No Fail Trust® framework applies across industries because trust is not industry-specific, it’s a human and organizational constant.
Is Jason available for virtual events?
Yes. Jason delivers virtual keynotes with the same preparation and customization as in-person engagements. Contact to discuss format options for your event.
What makes Jason different from other leadership speakers?
Jason flew 470 combat sorties on the principles he teaches. His No Fail Trust® framework wasn’t built in a consulting practice, it was built in Air Force Special Operations, refined across 11 combat deployments, and validated across hundreds of Fortune 500 engagements. The authenticity is felt in the room.
Does Jason have a book?
Yes. No Fail Trust is published by Forefront Books and launches August 25, 2026. Pre-order is available now on Amazon.
How far in advance should I book Jason?
Jason books 3–6 months in advance for most events. Q3 and Q4 2026 dates are filling now. Reach out early at jasonoharris.com/speaking.
Is Jason O. Harris available through speaker bureaus?
Yes. Jason works with select bureaus. However, booking directly through jasonoharris.com/speaking means faster response, more direct access, and the same pricing without the bureau commission.
Ready to contact Jason?
If you’re looking for a military keynote speaker who delivers substance, not spectacle, someone whose stories are real and whose framework is proven, Jason O. Harris is available for corporate events, association conferences, leadership retreats, and government audiences.
Visit jasonoharris.com/speaking to download Jason’s speaker packet, view his demo reel, and submit a booking inquiry. Or reach Jason directly at Jason@NoFailTrust.com.
