Ed Hiner

Ed Hiner

Keynote Speaker: Retired U.S. Navy SEAL, Bestselling Author & Leadership Expert

Ed Hiner Biography

Lieutenant Commander Ed Hiner, a decorated Navy SEAL with a 20-year career, led nine major deployments and commanded hundreds of combat operations worldwide, earning two Bronze Stars for valor. He served as Executive Officer and team leader for the British Special Boat Service (SBS) under JSOC, oversaw SEAL training and strategic planning, and held above Top Secret clearance for national and international operations. He was the first Navy SEAL ever spot-promoted for combat command during the Battle of Ramadi.

A best-selling author of "First Fast Fearless" and "GUTS," he has been featured in national media and The History Channel’s "US Navy SEALs: America’s Secret Warriors." Holding a Master’s in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego, he is also a keynote speaker and founder of Asymmetrical Evolution, a youth education company.

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Ed Hiner Speaking Topics

Character-Based Leadership, Team Building, Trust, Mental Toughness, Resiliency, and Personal Conflict Resolution

Ed Hiner Videos

Team Toughness Wins the Day with Ed Hiner
Managing Fear with Ed Hiner - YouTube
Navy Seal Leadership | betterHUMAN Podcast X Ed Hiner

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How much does it cost to book Ed Hiner for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Ed Hiner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ed Hiner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ed Hiner, 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 Ed Hiner speak about?

Ed Hiner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Navy, Veterans, Government, Political, Military, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Mental Health, Authors, Leadership, Family & Parenting, Youth, Literary, Inspirational, Ethics & Integrity, Motivational, Culture, Finance and Resilience.

Where does Ed Hiner travel from?

Ed Hiner generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ed Hiner?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ed Hiner 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 Ed Hiner 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 Ed Hiner 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.


Ed Hiner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Navy, Veterans and Government. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ed Hiner for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Ed Hiner generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Redman, Rocky Bleier and Jim Davidson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ed Hiner for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/04/2025.

Ed Hiner Speaking Topics

  • Character-Based Leadership, Team Building, Trust, Mental Toughness, Resiliency, and Personal Conflict Resolution

Ed Hiner Videos

Team Toughness Wins the Day with Ed Hiner
Managing Fear with Ed Hiner - YouTube
Navy Seal Leadership | betterHUMAN Podcast X Ed Hiner
Ed Hiner's Speaker Reel
Awards Dinner 2016 - Guest Speaker Ed Hiner

Ed Hiner Reviews

  • Ed was amazing and the attendees couldn't say enough good thing about him and his presentation. Many attendees commented how they learned so much, including leadership skills and pearls they could bring back to their organizations. Thank you!
    American Academy of Neurology - Apr 10 2025

  • Association of Dermatology Administrators and Managers - Mar 19 2024

  • How do I book Ed Hiner to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ed Hiner 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 Ed Hiner, 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 Ed Hiner or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ed Hiner for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ed Hiner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ed Hiner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ed Hiner, 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 Ed Hiner speak about?

    Ed Hiner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Navy, Veterans, Government, Political, Military, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Mental Health, Authors, Leadership, Family & Parenting, Youth, Literary, Inspirational, Ethics & Integrity, Motivational, Culture, Finance and Resilience.
  • Where does Ed Hiner travel from?

    Ed Hiner generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ed Hiner?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ed Hiner 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 Ed Hiner 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 Ed Hiner 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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