Meet Marc Koehler — former U.S. Navy nuclear submarine officer, leadership expert, and keynote speaker helping organizations lead with trust, alignment, and real-world accountability. With a grounded presence, compelling stories from high-stakes environments, and practical leadership strategies, Marc equips teams to communicate better, build stronger cultures, and perform with greater clarity under pressure. His message is built for organizations that want leadership that is not just inspirational, but operational. 

Why Marc?

  • Brings a powerful leadership framework shaped by his experience aboard a nuclear submarine, where trust, communication, and accountability were mission critical.
  • Known for translating high-pressure lessons into practical business insights that leaders and teams can apply immediately.
  • Best for organizations that want more than a motivating keynote — they want a speaker who helps people lead more intentionally, collaborate more effectively, and create cultures where performance and trust go hand in hand.

About Marc:

Marc Koehler is a former U.S. Navy nuclear submarine officer and the founder of Lead With Purpose, an organization focused on helping leaders and teams thrive in complexity. Drawing from his military service and years of experience coaching executives and organizations, Marc teaches what it means to lead with both courage and clarity. His work centers on building high-performing teams through trust, alignment, ownership, and purpose-driven leadership.

What makes Marc stand out is his ability to connect lessons from one of the most demanding leadership environments in the world to the everyday realities organizations face today. He does not simply talk about leadership in theory — he shows what it looks like when the stakes are high, the pressure is real, and people must rely on one another to succeed.

Join Us for the 2026 Midwest Speaker Bureau Speakers Showcase, September 1, 2026

Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Location: Airport Holiday Inn, Des Moines, IA

Time: 8am-1:30pm

Cost: $50

For more details: https://www.speakernow.com/2026-speaker-showcase/

Contact our team: https://www.speakernow.com/contact-midwest-speakers-bureau/

Midwest Speakers Bureau partners with meeting planners to deliver engaging, results driven keynote speakers for conferences, associations, and corporate events.

By: Midwest Speakers Bureau, INC