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ARMY VETERAN · MESSENGER · AUTHOR · EXECUTIVE COACH
Transformational leadership starts within.
The best leaders aren't asking "how do I get more out of my people?" They're asking "how do I create the kind of environment that brings out their best?" That question requires two things most leaders struggle with: alignment and accountability. Adam's concept of Compassionate Candor gives leaders both.
100+
Talks & workshops
95%
Would recommend
91%
Found valuable
14 yrs
Building leaders
Organizations Adam Has Served
WAYS TO WORK WITH ADAM
Where should we start?
Every path is different. Find the one for where you are right now.
FOR ORGANIZATIONS & EVENTS
Activate with Adam
Keynotes and immersive workshops for Fortune 500s, military units, government contractors, and sports organizations. Book Adam directly for your stage, your team, or your show.
FOR ELITE TEAMS
Train with Adam
High-profile engagements for pro sports teams, federal agencies, and enterprise organizations. Adam is a featured speaker within the Precision Components team.
FOR MILITARY & VETERAN GROUPS
Train with Adam
Resilience, readiness, and suicide prevention training for service members and units. Government contractor, SBA certified.
FOR A FAITH FILLED LIFE
Follow with Adam
Videos, sermons, and faith-rooted conversations for those who want more than performance, who want purpose. This is Adam's personal journey as he follows God.
Watch & Listen
WHAT LEADERS SAY
Real results from real rooms
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Months after the event my guys are still talking about their experience. He resonated with probably every single person in the room.
Coach Aaron Smetanka
Head Football Coach · Saint Vincent College
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Adam is a true force multiplier. This work represents a valuable opportunity that should not be overlooked.
Colonel CJ Lopez, Special Forces
Chief of Staff, Fort Polk · U.S. Army
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The results were immediate — from BDR through SVP, everyone was empowered. If you're looking to inspire and equip your team to excel under pressure, Adam is the speaker you need.
Michael Clark, SVP
Salesforce
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It was an incredible experience, and I cannot overstate how valuable the session was for everyone involved.”
Gregg Glowinski, Senior Solutions Engineer
Zoom
COMING SOON
Eversmith
A comic book for the warriors of the next generation. Gritty. Faith-rooted. Built to inspire warriors to win the war within.
What if mental health battles could be seen?
ABOUT ADAM
From the Black Hawk to the Boardroom.
Adam F. Jones served as a U.S. Army Captain, UH-60 Black Hawk pilot, and Company Commander from 2009 to 2020, earning the Army Commendation Medal after turning around an aircraft maintenance unit suffering from low morale, declining retention, and low performance, all while preparing for combat on an accelerated timeline.
Outside of his service in the military, he supported mission-critical operations with DHS, Interpol, Air Force Special Operations Command, and served as a Senior Management Consultant to Air Force Space Command and the Under Secretary of Defense. Most recently, he oversaw the Leadership Development and Training for Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc., the prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. His own struggle with identity and depression after leaving the Army became the foundation of his life's work: helping high-performers recognize the silent forces pulling them off course before it's too late.
"What sets Adam apart is not just his knowledge, but his heart. He shows up with authenticity, encouragement, and actionable guidance that truly changes lives. Whether he’s speaking to a large group or mentoring one-on-one, Adam has the rare gift of inspiring confidence and helping people see their potential."
Jordie Kern, Founder
7 Eagle Group Skillbridge
"It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend Adam F. Jones as a speaker and thought leader. Adam recently presented his "Silent Struggles Within High Performers" event to Zscaler employees, and it was met with resounding praise from our team.
Adam has a remarkable gift for connecting with his audience and addressing crucial conversations that often go unspoken. His ability to break down the "4 major Weapons of Mass Deception" into relatable, actionable insights was nothing short of extraordinary.
He created a space where employees felt understood and empowered while providing tangible tools they could immediately apply. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing how the concepts resonated with their own experiences.
Nick Branoff, Technical Success Manager
ZScaler
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THE BOOK
Success = Subtraction
Weapons of Mass Deception
THE SILENT STRUGGLE WITHIN EVERY HIGH-PERFORMER
Four hidden forces are quietly eroding the peace, purpose, and power of your best people right now. This book names them and gives you the framework to dismantle them. The entry point for everything Adam does. Purchase the book, workbook, audiobook, or course. Choose what's best for you. It's time to remove what's weighing you down and causing you to drift.
Want to go deeper? Join the KO Community.
Coaching, programs, and a community of warriors who are choosing to grow. Includes access to courses and The Next Mountain accelerator.
Ready to level up?
Tell Adam where you are and what you need. We'll point you in the right direction.