RETIRED NAVY SEAL
Founder & CEO, Naked Warrior Recovery | Leadership Coach | Keynote Speaker
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Will Branum is a highly decorated Navy SEAL veteran who served for 26 years. He is a master of mental toughness, resilience, and elite performance under pressure. After training and leading combat-ready teams around the globe, William now trains business leaders, teams, and organizations to think like SEALs—and lead like warriors.
He has served on both traditional SEAL Teams, taught as a SEAL Sniper Instructor, and served on Teams that specialized in undersea operations whose missions must be approved by the President of the United States. He led major combat operations ranging from protecting interim Iraqi elected officials to direct action missions in Baghdad and across Anbar province.
After retiring from the military in 2018, he realized that he was suffering from physical and psychological symptoms that negatively impacted his well-being and quality of life. Like so many others, he used alcohol and prescription drugs to mask his symptoms. Then he discovered CBD and it changed his life.
It had such an impact on him he started Naked Warrior Recovery to bring the highest quality products to the market and to teach the GET NAKED! Mindset—a framework used by high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and teams to build grit, crush mediocrity, and achieve mission-focused success.
He is the founder of 5 SEAL Secrets and best-selling author of “Mission Ready”. Will is a sought-after public speaker and advisor who draws from his 26 years of experience in the SEAL Teams to train CEOs and other high performers.
From the battlefield to the boardroom, he teaches leaders to lead like they are leading a SEAL Team. He focuses on the culture of the organization to help turn employees into Team members.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
26 Years
Navy SEAL service across traditional teams and specialized units
Sniper Instructor
SEAL Sniper Instructor teaching next generation
Presidential Missions
Undersea operations requiring presidential approval
Combat Leader
Major operations in Baghdad and Anbar province
CLIENT FEEBACK
“William’s talk is outstanding! He is an extraordinary storyteller, connects with his audience and a true inspiration!”
Sharran Srivatsaa
CEO of REAL
“William is one of the most dynamic and on point speakers I’ve heard. He hits to the heart of real problems and gives practical solutions that make his talks life changing!”
Josh Kalinowski
CEO
“A remarkable speaker, William’s ability to connect and convey complex concepts is unparalleled. His presentation was dynamic and engaging, leaving us motivated and ready to take action!”
Brandon Adams
CEO and Emmy Award Winner
Bring SEAL-tested leadership and the GET NAKED! Mindset to your organization.