Dave Berke

Dave Berke

Keynote Speaker: Retired U.S. Marine Corps Officer, Fighter Pilot, Ground Combat Leader & Leadership Instructor with Echelon Front

Dave Berke Biography

Dave Berke is a retired US Marine Corps Officer, TOPGUN Instructor, and now a leadership instructor and speaker with Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Development Officer. As a F/A-18 pilot, he deployed twice from the USS John C Stennis in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He spent three years as an Instructor Pilot at TOPGUN where he served as the Training Officer, the senior staff pilot responsible for the conduct of the TOPGUN course.

He then served as an ANGLICO Forward Air Controller supporting the Army’s 1st Armored Division during extensive urban combat operations on the ground in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006. Berke led his supporting arms liaison team on scores of combat missions into the most dangerous neighborhoods and accompanied SEAL Task Unit Bruiser on virtually every major operation in the Battle of Ramadi.

He was the only Marine selected to fly the F-22 Raptor having served as an exchange officer at the Air Force’s 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron as the Division Commander. He became the first operational pilot ever to fly and be qualified in the F-35B, serving as the Commanding Officer of the Marine Corps’ first F-35 squadron from 2012-2014.

Upon his retirement from the Marine Corps, Berke joined Echelon Front providing unmatched experience and a unique perspective on combat leadership, analytical decision making, risk mitigation, and creating winning teams. He serves as Echelon Front’s Chief Development Officer, as well as a leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor.

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Dave Berke Videos

Actual TOPGUN, Dave Berke, Reacts to "TOPGUN: Maverick" with Jocko Willink
MAKE DECISIONS FASTER | Dave Berke
Dave Berke's Ideal Build for a Fighter Pilot - Jocko Willink & Dave Berke

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What topics does Dave Berke speak about?

Dave Berke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Government, Veterans, Adventure, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Leadership, Inspirational, Sales, Human Resources and Business.

Where does Dave Berke travel from?

Dave Berke generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dave Berke?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dave Berke for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dave Berke for your next private or corporate function.

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Dave Berke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Government and Veterans. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dave Berke for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Dave Berke generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Brent Gleeson, Carey Lohrenz and Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dave Berke for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/07/2024.

Dave Berke Videos

Actual TOPGUN, Dave Berke, Reacts to "TOPGUN: Maverick" with Jocko Willink
MAKE DECISIONS FASTER | Dave Berke
Dave Berke's Ideal Build for a Fighter Pilot - Jocko Willink & Dave Berke
THE SECRET TO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION | Dave Berke
  • How do I book Dave Berke to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dave Berke for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dave Berke, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dave Berke or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dave Berke for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dave Berke, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dave Berke are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dave Berke, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dave Berke speak about?

    Dave Berke is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Government, Veterans, Adventure, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Leadership, Inspirational, Sales, Human Resources and Business.
  • Where does Dave Berke travel from?

    Dave Berke generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dave Berke?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dave Berke for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dave Berke for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dave Berke or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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