Michael Abrashoff

Introducing Mike Abrashoff, a captivating and charismatic speaker renowned for his remarkable leadership and inspiring journey. As the most-junior officer in the Pacific Fleet, Mike seized command of the near-worst performing ship, the USS Benfold, and in just twelve months, transformed it into the best ship in the entire Navy, all with the same crew. The incredible story of this stunning turnaround holds valuable lessons for every organization – highlighting the importance of leadership and the power of a strong culture.

With over 1.3 million copies sold, Mike’s first book, “It’s Your Ship,” has become a timeless classic, delivering a powerful message of taking ownership and control of the things you can influence to achieve amazing results. His subsequent books, “It’s Our Ship” and “Get Your Ship Together,” further exemplify these principles, showcasing real-life examples of successful implementation by business leaders in their own organizations.

In collaboration with Stacey Cunningham, Mike co-authored his latest book, “Ship Happens,” serving as a comprehensive guide for leaders seeking to transform their teams and organizations into top-performers. Drawing from his experience and strategies employed on the USS Benfold, Mike provides valuable insights and practical solutions for elevating performance and achieving excellence.

As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, Mike has captivated audiences from a diverse range of industries and backgrounds. From board retreats to front-line personnel, sales groups to universities, Fortune 500 companies to startups, his engaging and thought-provoking presentations have resonated with countless individuals, sparking a reevaluation of leadership beliefs and organizational culture. Mike tailor-fits his message to focus on various essential topics including engagement, execution, change, safety, diversity, leadership, teamwork, innovation, accountability, and more.

Before his successful command of the USS Benfold, Mike served as the Military Assistant to Secretary of Defense William J. Perry, where he contributed to the drafting of the air defense plan for naval forces in the Persian Gulf during Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait. Additionally, he served as the executive officer of the Cruiser Shiloh, deploying to the Persian Gulf in support of United Nations sanctions against Iraq.

Beyond his remarkable military career, Mike Abrashoff is the esteemed founder of Aegis Performance Group, a distinguished consulting firm that assists leaders in tackling challenges related to leadership, talent, and performance within their organizations. Together with his team, Mike encourages leaders at all levels to reimagine their approach to leadership, fostering new ways to elevate individual, team, and organizational performance.

Immerse your audience in the compelling narrative of transformation and exceptional leadership as Mike Abrashoff emboldens them to navigate the seas of change and seize the helm of success in their own professional journeys.