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keynotes and workshops
keynotes that spark momentum. workshops that create transformation.
When the pressure is on, leaders in high-stakes environments need more than inspiration — they need practical tools that help their teams succeed. That’s exactly what Jeff “Bones” Bonner delivers through The Debrief Advantage™ System.
His keynotes ignite audiences with combat-tested lessons and actionable strategies leaders can use right away. His workshops go further, installing those tools into daily practice and building teams that are aligned, resilient, and constantly improving.
Jeff’s credibility comes from lived experience: former combat fighter pilot and squadron commander, airline captain, and Harvard-trained performance strategist. He brings audiences a system tested in the toughest environments — and tailored to theirs.
the debrief advantage system
Every program Jeff delivers is powered by The Debrief Advantage™ — a proven framework that equips leaders and teams to shift from reactive to resilient.
At its core is The Daily Debrief™ — the high-performance habit that turns insights into action and drives consistent performance under pressure.
keynote experiences
Ignite Performance Under Pressure
Captivating stories. Combat-tested strategies. Practical tools that leaders can use immediately.
Jeff “Bones” Bonner delivers keynote experiences that do more than inspire — they equip leaders in high-stakes environments with the tools to perform under pressure. Drawing on his career as a combat fighter pilot, squadron commander, airline captain, and Harvard-trained performance strategist, Jeff introduces The Debrief Advantage™ System — a proven framework that helps leaders build aligned, accountable, and resilient teams.
Each keynote is designed to spark immediate action while laying the foundation for long-term improvement. Conference audiences walk away with powerful stories, practical strategies, and a system they can use to lead with clarity and confidence when the stakes are highest.
leadership lessons from the cockpit
High-stakes leadership strategies for performing under pressure
Step into the cockpit with Jeff “Bones” Bonner and experience what it takes to lead when the stakes are highest. Drawing on his background as a combat fighter pilot, squadron commander, and airline captain, Jeff reveals the leadership habits that keep elite teams aligned, accountable, and resilient under pressure.
Through powerful stories and the proven Daily Debrief™ model, Jeff shows leaders how to turn every mission, meeting, or challenge into a repeatable advantage — building clarity, trust, and continuous improvement into the DNA of their teams.
Audience Takeaways:
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Two debrief strategies fighter pilots use to drive rapid growth and course correction.
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How to create a feedback-driven culture that accelerates accountability and resilience.
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Three practical frameworks for decision-making, clear communication, and leading under pressure.
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Methods to strengthen trust and alignment so teams execute with clarity when it matters most.
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Action steps for turning lessons learned into daily performance under pressure.
This Keynote is Ideal For:
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Aviation safety leaders seeking proven frameworks for clarity and accountability.
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Public safety executives (fire, EMS, law enforcement, corrections) responsible for leading under pressure.
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Healthcare leaders and clinical teams operating in high-stakes, fast-moving environments.
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Organizations aiming to elevate leadership impact, strengthen team performance, and build cultures of continuous improvement.
The Debrief Advantage™
how fighter pilots build teams that perform under pressure
The best teams in the world don’t succeed by chance — they succeed because they debrief. In this keynote, Jeff “Bones” Bonner introduces The Debrief Advantage™, a combat-tested system for building clarity, alignment, and accountability in high-stakes environments.
Drawing from his experience as a fighter pilot, squadron commander, airline captain, and Harvard-trained performance strategist, Jeff shows leaders how to turn every mission, meeting, or shift into an opportunity to learn, adapt, and perform under pressure. Audiences leave with practical tools they can apply immediately to lead with confidence and build resilient, high-performing teams.
Audience Takeaways:
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How to apply the fighter pilot debrief model to identify what worked, what didn’t, and why — without blame.
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A simple, repeatable process for driving continuous improvement and alignment across any team.
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Practical tools to transform lessons into action and strengthen accountability.
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The system that builds trust, resilience, and clarity — so teams can execute when the stakes are highest.
This Keynote Is Ideal For:
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Executive leaders in aviation safety, public safety, and healthcare.
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Conference audiences seeking proven strategies to improve performance under pressure.
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Organizations looking to build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
The Daily Debrief™
The high-performance habit that changes everything
High performance isn’t built on big moments — it’s built on daily habits.
In this keynote, Jeff “Bones” Bonner introduces The Daily Debrief™, a five-step model (G.R.E.A.T.) that transforms insights into action and makes continuous improvement part of everyday leadership.
Audiences discover how fighter pilots leverage short, disciplined debriefs to build trust, sharpen execution, and prepare for the next mission — and how the same practice can help leaders in high-stakes environments achieve consistent results under pressure.
Audience Takeaways:
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The five-step G.R.E.A.T. Debrief™ Model: Gratitude, Review Goals, Evaluate, Anticipate, Take Time for Lessons Learned.
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How to install a repeatable, daily habit that drives alignment, accountability, and resilience.
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Practical strategies to turn lessons into actionable improvements — in minutes a day.
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Why high-performing teams don’t just do the work — they debrief, adapt, and win consistently.
This Keynote Is Ideal For:
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Leaders and teams in aviation safety, public safety, and healthcare seeking practical tools they can implement immediately.
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Conference audiences focused on leadership, resilience, and high performance.
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Organizations that want to embed a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
WORKSHOPS
the debrief Advantage™ workshops
From inspiration to installation — where the system takes root.
Jeff “Bones” Bonner’s workshops take the principles introduced in his keynote experiences and install them directly into your organization through The Debrief Advantage™ System. These immersive, hands-on sessions equip leaders and their teams to debrief like fighter pilots — turning insights into daily action, building accountability, and driving continuous improvement.
Workshops are tailored to the unique challenges of leaders in aviation safety, public safety, and healthcare, ensuring every participant walks away with practical tools they can apply immediately.
This is where the habit becomes culture — and where leaders learn to consistently perform under pressure.
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Leadership Under Pressure
Hands-On Training for Clarity and Resilience at the Top
The best leaders don’t just react under pressure — they prepare for it. In this workshop, Jeff “Bones” Bonner equips executives and senior leaders with the tools to lead decisively when the stakes are high. Through immersive exercises and real-world case studies, participants learn how to strengthen clarity, resilience, and trust at the leadership level. Audience Takeaways: -- Practical tools to stay calm and clear-headed in fast-moving situations. -- A framework for aligning leadership teams to act decisively and consistently. -- Strategies for strengthening trust and resilience across the organization. -- How to apply fighter pilot-tested habits to lead with confidence under pressure. This Workshop Is Ideal For: -- Executive teams in aviation, healthcare, and public safety. -- Leaders facing high-stakes decision-making environments. -- Organizations seeking to strengthen leadership clarity and alignment.
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The Daily Debrief™ in Action
Practical Training to Embed the High-Performance Habit Every Day
Habits determine outcomes. This workshop brings The Daily Debrief™ to life, giving teams hands-on practice with the five-step G.R.E.A.T. Debrief™ model. Participants learn how to transform meetings, shifts, or missions into opportunities for growth, ensuring lessons are captured and acted on every single day. Audience Takeaways: -- A repeatable five-step model to debrief quickly and effectively. -- Tools for identifying wins, gaps, and lessons without blame. -- How to integrate the debrief habit into existing team rhythms. -- Practical exercises that build alignment, trust, and accountability. This Workshop Is Ideal For: -- Mid-level managers and frontline leaders. -- Teams looking to improve daily execution and communication. -- Organizations seeking to build a culture of learning and improvement.
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Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement
Embedding The Debrief Advantage™ System Across Your Organization
World-class organizations don’t leave improvement to chance — they build it into their culture. In this workshop, Jeff “Bones” Bonner shows leaders and teams how to scale The Debrief Advantage™ System across departments, units, or entire organizations. The result: an environment where feedback fuels trust, lessons become action, and resilience is built daily. Audience Takeaways: -- How to embed continuous improvement as a daily practice, not a slogan. -- Tools for creating alignment and resilience across diverse teams. -- A framework for scaling The Debrief Advantage™ beyond leadership circles. -- Strategies for building an environment where high performance is sustained under pressure. This Workshop Is Ideal For: -- Organizations ready to scale high-performance habits across multiple teams. -- Leaders driving cultural transformation initiatives. -- High-stakes environments that demand resilience and adaptability.
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