Brandon Williams

About Brandon Williams

Keynotes | Workshops | Coaching | ConsultingMost organizations don’t fail because of bad intent. They fail because humans are operating in complex, uncertain, and high-pressure systems—without the tools to manage error, decision-making, communication, and accountability.That’s where I come in.I’m a Safety & Human Factors Leadership keynote speaker, seasoned airline captain, former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and aviation safety officer, and Human Factors professor. For more than two decades, I’ve led, trained, and evaluated teams operating in dynamic, high-consequence environments where mistakes carry real cost.My work focuses on helping leaders and teams- Reduce and mitigate human error- Improve decision-making under pressure- Build trust, accountability, and mutual support- Create strong briefing and debriefing cultures that drives performance improvement- Perform reliably in complex, high-risk operationsI don’t just deliver motivational stories or generic leadership theory.I bring practical, research-backed tools drawn from combat, aviation, human factors science, and real-world operations—translated directly to industries like healthcare, aviation, energy, manufacturing, construction, transportation, and technology.Audiences consistently describe my programs as: Clear Practical Grounded in reality Immediately applicable Entertaining and InspirationalWhether on stage or in workshops, my goal is simple:Help organizations operate more safely, make better decisions, and perform at a higher standard—without blame. Speaking and Workshop Topics Include:• Safety Leadership• Human Factors Leadership• Reducing Human Error in Complex Systems• Decision-Making Under Pressure• Accountability Without Blame• Briefing & Debriefing as a Performance Tool• Building High-Reliability Teams Let’s TalkIf you’re planning a conference, leadership offsite, or safety event, I’d love to explore how we can make it impactful and relevant for your audience. Contact me at b••••••@brandonwilliamsspeaker.com brandonwilliamsspeaker.com

Experience

1. Adjunct Professor - Aviation Management, Aviation Meteorology

   Saint Louis University

   Sep 2015 — Present

   Responsible for teaching the principles of aviation management and aviation meteorology, and other related courses. Designed, built, and successfully launched 12-week and 5-week distance-learning courses. Selected to construct and deliver multiple aviation courses for aviation students worldwide.

Education

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Master of Aeronautical Science, Aviation Management

  2006 — 2008

• United States Air Force Academy

  Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

  1996 — 2000