Launch Your No Fail Trust®
Culture
with Jason O. Harris, Military Keynote Speaker
AVAILABLE IN-PERSON OR VIRTUALLY
Ignite a New Understanding of the Power of Trust with
Jason O. Harris
Military & Defense Keynote Speaker
Trust, Built the Way a Flight Crew Builds It
Lt Col (ret) Jason O. Harris turns trust from a buzzword into an operating system. Across 27+ years in uniform, 11 combat deployments, and 470 combat missions, he built the No Fail Trust framework over the course of his career, working with high performance teams, culminating with commanding a flying squadron — then spent the years since translating it for the defense, aerospace and national security teams who still live by that math: skill without a system for trust underneath it breaks the first time the pressure is real. Today, as an active Boeing 777 pilot and author of No Fail Trust: The Flight Manual for Building Teams That Deliver Under Pressure (Forefront Books), Jason gives defense leaders, program teams and the organizations that support the warfighter a framework for building trust before the mission demands it.
Why Defense and Aerospace Organizations Book One of Their Own
Defense and aerospace teams already know what high stakes look like. What they rarely get is a speaker who has lived it: 27 years in the U.S. Air Force, 470 combat missions, service with Air Force Special Operations Command, and command of a flying squadron.
Jason speaks the language of mission, readiness and accountability, and he translates it for the people who build, sustain and support the mission: program managers, engineers, logistics and contracting teams, and the leaders responsible for them. Trust becomes something leaders train, not something they hope for.
That is why the work tends to expand. After a virtual keynote for one Lockheed Martin team, Jason was brought in to speak in person for a different Lockheed Martin division. The NSA, the Defense Logistics Agency, AFTAC, BAE Systems and GE Aerospace have also booked Jason. Read more in What to Look for in a Military Leadership Keynote Speaker.
Why a Certified Speaking Professional, Not a Celebrity Speaker
Jason holds the Certified Speaking Professional™ (CSP®) designation from the National Speakers Association, the highest earned credential in the speaking profession. Fewer than 700 speakers worldwide hold it. A CSP isn’t bought, and it isn’t granted for fame. It is earned with documented proof: years of paid presentations, a verified list of clients who hired him, sustained speaking income, and coursework in professional ethics and competencies.
A celebrity speaker brings a famous name and, often, the same talk they give everywhere. A CSP brings proof that event after event, client after client, the session delivered: built for the audience in the room and delivered by a professional who treats your event like the mission it is.
Hear It From the Leaders Who Booked Jason
The Research Behind No Fail Trust®
In 2025, Jason released a national research study through the Center for Generational Kinetics (CGK), surveying 1,000 working Americans across industries about trust, leadership, and workplace culture. The findings matter for every organization that supports the mission and competes for skilled people:
- 88% of working Americans report higher productivity when they have a strong, established sense of trust in their leaders.
- 77% say they would leave a company if they didn't feel they could trust leadership.
- 65% research a company's culture before accepting a job — which matters directly when you're competing for cleared, highly skilled talent.
- 83% trust a boss or CEO more when that leader openly admits a mistake and owns it.
The full findings are published in Jason's white paper, From Trust to Transformation: The First-of-Its-Kind National Study on Elevating Culture and Performance in the Modern Workforce.
Keynotes
Keynote Two
NO FAIL TRUST®
Aviate, Navigate, Communicate
The Seven Skill Sets for Solving Problems Before the Emergency Lights Start Flashing
Every high-performing team needs a framework for the moment something breaks, one that's built and practiced long before the crisis hits. Jason breaks down the same three-step protocol he trained on as a pilot, aviate, navigate, communicate, and the seven skill sets underneath it, using the Apollo 13 crisis as the case study: professional knowledge, situational awareness, assertiveness, decision-making, communication, leadership, and adaptability. Drawn from his book, No Fail Trust.
- Who get rattled by unexpected problems instead of moving through them calmly
- Who need a shared vocabulary for how the team handles pressure, not just individual heroics
- Who want a keynote that connects directly to a framework they can keep using after the event
- The Aviate, Navigate, Communicate framework for staying in control when something breaks
- The Seven Skill Sets that make high-trust problem-solving repeatable instead of accidental
- A clear read on which of the seven skill sets is their team's biggest gap right now
More Than a Keynote
A keynote is often the starting point, not the whole engagement. Jason also works directly with executive teams through immersion days and executive coaching.
Susan S. first heard Jason speak at the Baldrige Foundation's Quest for Excellence Conference, before she brought him in to work directly with the leadership team at the Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE), a past recipient of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, ahead of her retirement after more than two decades as President/CEO. Before the workshop, Jason interviewed CORE's leadership team to understand their culture and the concerns surrounding the transition, then built a half-day session around what he learned.
"Most importantly, Jason helped our team strengthen the relationships and trust necessary to move forward together in service of CORE's mission to Save and Heal lives through donation. At a pivotal moment in our organization's history, he left our leadership team feeling motivated, connected and prepared for the future."
— Susan S., Former President/CEO, Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE)
Before a defense or aerospace keynote, Jason talks with your leaders to understand the mission, the program pressures and where trust breaks down, then builds the session around them.
If your organization needs more than a single session on a stage, ask about an immersion day or an ongoing executive coaching engagement.
Who Should Book Jason O. Harris for Defense & Aerospace Events
- Defense contractors and aerospace companies hosting leadership summits, all-hands meetings, and executive offsites.
- Military commands, wings, and units planning leadership development days and commander’s calls.
- Government agencies and national security organizations building trust across civilian and uniformed teams.
- Defense industry associations and conferences looking for a keynote speaker who has served.
TRUST IS A PROCESS
Not a One-Time Event
Free Post-Event Tools and Resources »
Empower your participants to continue building No Fail Trust® even after the keynote is over. Every attendee receives these practical tools and resources from Trust Keynote Speaker Jason O. Harris.
No Fail Trust® Keynote Bonus Videos
Keep No Fail Trust® fresh in your participant’s minds with this engaging video series. Part encouragement, part reminder, this free 4-video series inspires tangible action.
*CAN BE CUSTOMIZED AND WHITELABELED
No Fail Trust®
Workbook
True understanding begins with application. This free downloadable workbook is designed to facilitate real-world implementation of No Fail Trust® principles. A spiral-bound print version is also available, contact us for bulk pricing.
7 Skill Sets of
No Fail Trust®
Cultivate these 7 Skill Sets to build high-flying levels of trust with your team. Use this free guide to identify your strengths and opportunities for each skill set.
Customization
While the principles of trust don’t change, every organization applies them uniquely. Jason tailors his content to your challenges and objectives.
Engagement
Jason will arrive the day before his presentation and spend time connecting with your attendees before, during, and after the event.
Support
Need a video course, training program or recommendations on building a culture of trust? Jason and his team are here to help.
FAQ
Is Jason Harris a military veteran?
Yes. Lt Col (ret) Jason O. Harris served 27 years in the U.S. Air Force, flew 470 combat missions across 11 combat deployments, served with Air Force Special Operations Command, and commanded a flying squadron.
Which defense and aerospace organizations has Jason worked with?
Lockheed Martin, the NSA, the Defense Logistics Agency, AFTAC, BAE Systems, GE Aerospace, and the Department of Defense at Buckley Space Force Base are among the defense and aerospace organizations that have booked Jason.
Does Jason speak to civilian audiences about military leadership?
Yes. Most of his audiences are civilian. He translates what he learned in combat cockpits and command into practical tools any team can use, without the jargon.
What does it cost to book Jason Harris for a military or defense keynote?
Jason’s keynote fees vary based on event type, travel requirements, and customization scope. Contact Jason’s team for a quote specific to your event.
What is No Fail Trust®?
No Fail Trust® is Jason's trademarked leadership framework, built while commanding a flying squadron, structured around three pillars: Trust the Training, Trust the Process, Trust the People.
Book Jason Harris for Your Defense or Aerospace Event
Tell us about your event and what your team is facing, and Jason’s team will reply personally within 24–48 hours.