This is an article by Andrew Pence, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, February 19, 2025.
From historic catastrophes to today’s challenges, crises pose significant public threats. Learn how organizational leaders can build greater resilience, enhance performance, and lead effectively when it matters most, by returning to the basics and prioritizing deliberate preparation.
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Andrew Pence
Andrew Pence is a decorated retired U.S. Navy SEAL captain with over 30 years of distinguished military service. Known for building high-performance teams, solving complex problems, and delivering results under pressure, Andrew honed his expertise leading elite teams in rapidly changing environments. During his career, he served as the chief strategy officer for the Naval Special Warfare community, where he developed and implemented strategic initiatives for the world’s premier maritime special operations force. Andrew is the co-author of Bullets, Basketballs, and Boardrooms, a book that triangulates the best leadership strategies from the U.S. Navy SEALs, professional sports, and executive business. He is also a co-founder of TRIDIS Leadership, a boutique leadership consulting firm established alongside Jim Brogan, a 40-year performance coach and former NBA player; and Dave Hubinger, a senior executive and former division president at Nestlé. Andrew holds three master’s degrees and is a Ph.D. candidate in leadership studies at the University of San Diego. Over his career, he has held senior leadership roles, including commanding officer of a Navy SEAL team and chief operating officer for multiple organizations, blending operational expertise with a commitment to developing leaders and organizations that excel under pressure.
