Leadership Lessons From the Front Lines
Real Crises. Real Decisions. Real Results.
Most leadership speakers teach theory.
Sasha Larkin teaches from 26 years
of split-second decisions in life-or-death
situations, and building trust across
impossible divides.
Her programs don't just inspire—
they equip leaders with tactical
strategies for the moments
that matter most.
SPEAKING SERVICES
The Warrior of Balance
Where Emotional Intelligence Meets Operational Excellence
MISSION:
To help individuals and organizations achieve balance between drive and wellbeing—
between mission and humanity—through bold, compassionate leadership. By blending unwavering resilience with strategic clarity, I empower people to lead with courage, commitment, and purpose.
Signature Speaking Topics
1.
Decisive Leadership When It Matters Most
How to make crucial decisions under pressure while maintaining humanity
Perfect for: Executive teams, crisis management training, leadership development
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✓ Distinguishing between crisis decisions and collaborative moments ✓ Leading across generations and tenure levels in high-pressure situations ✓ The courage to have uncomfortable conversations that drive real change ✓ Building trust when the stakes are highest
2.
Community, Identity, Purpose: The Secret to Unstoppable Teams
Why the same strategies that prevent terrorism build the strongest corporate cultures
Perfect for: Organizational change, team building, diversity & inclusion initiatives
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✓ How giving people belonging prevents destructive behavior (and turnover) ✓ Building authentic community across differences ✓ Creating identity beyond job titles ✓ Connecting individual purpose to organizational mission
3.
The Soul Warrior Approach: Leading with Both Strength and Humanity
Balancing tactical leadership with mindful decision-making
Perfect for: Women's leadership conferences, executive wellness, sustainable leadership
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✓ Integrating mindfulness into high-pressure leadership ✓ Leading authentically in masculine environments without losing feminine strengths ✓ Managing accumulated stress and trauma in leadership roles ✓ The power of breathwork and presence in crucial moments
4.
Building Bridges: Leadership in Divided Times
Lessons from uniting opposing communities and creating lasting change
Perfect for: Change management, conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✓ Strategies for bringing unlikely groups together ✓ Finding common ground without compromising values ✓ The economics of trust in organizational success ✓ Creating programs that address root causes, not just symptoms
"I've known Sasha Larkin for over two decades. She's one of the most inspiring leaders and influential speakers I've ever heard. Any organization would be incredibly fortunate to have her."
Joe Lombardo
Governor of Nevada
The Warrior of Balance Speaking Experience
Customized for Your Organization
Every presentation is researched and tailored to your specific challenges, recent organizational changes, and cultural context.
Stories That Stick
From preventing terrorist recruitment to commanding mass shooting responses, Sasha's stories illustrate principles in unforgettable ways.
Actionable Strategies
Audiences leave with specific tools and frameworks they can implement immediately—because what works in law enforcement works in corporate life: strong, empathetic
cultures save people, and those people accomplish missions.
Keynote Presentations
(45-90 minutes)
Half-Day Workshops
(3-4 hours)
Multi-Day Leadership Intensives
Panel
Discussions
Virtual Presentations
CONSULTING SERVICES
The Resilience Architect
Designing Systems That Turn Adversity Into Strength, and Pressure Into Performance
MISSION:
To develop human-centered strategies that reduce suffering and create lasting impact.
From tactical readiness to emotional recovery, I believe in building ecosystems of strength—where healing and protection go hand in hand.
Drawing from her current role as FIFA World Cup Director of Intelligence and 26 years of tactical operations, Sasha designs programs, leads conversations, and trains leaders in how to cultivate resilience—personally, organizationally, and across communities.
Strategic Intelligence & Event Security
Drawing from her current role as FIFA World Cup Director of Intelligence and 26 years of tactical operations, Sasha provides consulting for organizations managing high-stakes events and security challenges
Systems That Prevent Trauma
Before It Happens
The Resilience Architect Process
