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jeff martinovich

TOPICS - • Adversity • Business • Executive Coaching

• Hope • Leadership • Storytelling • Values

jeff martinovich - PROGRAMS

  • IT’S NOT A MATTER OF IF, BUT WHEN: Be better prepared than I was!
  • Today’s CEO’s, business owners, and entrepreneurs are mostly not aware of, or prepared for, the devastation possible from a run-in with The System. And history proves that if we are successful long enough, it is not a question of if, but when. Through his sometimes shocking, sometimes emotional, recount of a rise to the mountain top and devastating fall from grace, Jeff opens our eyes about what could happen to any business leader, tomorrow, and most importantly, how to better prepare. Through his entertaining story-telling style, Jeff teaches leaders how to build a stronger foundation on the way up, how not to make critical errors when the black swan shows up on a random Tuesday, and how not to make the
    long list of mistakes he made, as outlined in his books, When Not If: A CEO’s Guide to Overcoming Adversity and Just One More: The Wisdom of Bob Vukovich.


  • TURNING DISADVANTAGES INTO ADVANTAGES: Not only surviving extreme adversity, but thriving because of it!
  • Through the harrowing account of his personal nuclear meltdown, Jeff teaches us how to not only survive devastation, but to turn the pain of guilt, shame and regret into a powerful positive force which accomplishes comebacks everyone told us were impossible. Through the shocking and emotional storytelling of his rise to a wealthy CEO and public leader only to preside over the complete destruction of his business, reputation, net worth and self-worth, Jeff gives us powerful strategies to win once again. Not only a story of resilience and perseverance, but Jeff’s narrative also helps us understand the daily intellectual and emotional tactics necessary for turning despair back into victory. You will marvel at the impossible success achieved against insurmountable odds – at least that’s what everyone told him!

U.S. Air Force First Gulf War veteran, Forbes Books featured author, and writer of a #1 Amazon Bestseller!

“I was at an event last week and was just blown away by Jeff’s story and keynote speech!”

– Dean Wegner, Authentically American


”Jeff Martinovich, United States Air Force Academy Class of 1988, was a fantastic speaker, and his story is unparalleled to anything I've ever heard before! I encourage all of the service academy alumni networks to connect with him. Thanks for being a part of SAGES, and I look forward to finishing my signed copy of your book, When Not If. ONE TEAM, ONE MISSION!”

– Austin Hunt, West Point Association of Graduates

jeff martinovich - Biography

Jeff Martinovich built a billion-dollar investment firm from zero, and then presided over its complete destruction when he was wrongly indicted. Standing up for what he believed was right, he rejected three federal plea offers and demanded a trial against the United States Government. He was convicted and sentenced to a 14-year sentence in a violent 4,000-man prison. Ruined, broke, and desperate, he taught himself federal criminal law and, representing himself, reversed the court’s decisions five times, removed two federal judges, and made it home seven years early to miracle after miracle. Now, the U.S. Air Force First Gulf War veteran, Forbes Books featured author, and writer of a #1 Amazon Bestseller shocks and educates audiences on the trench warfare necessary to not only survive, but thrive through strength, resilience, and intelligence.

“Jeff’s story of his 10-year journey to stand up for what’s right, overcome fear, and persevere through not only great physical challenges, but incredible intellectual and emotional battles, keeps everyone enthralled from start to finish. He combines the life and business lessons with wild, true stories that most people could not have imagined until they enjoy an evening with Jeff.”

-Brian Raduenz, CEO, AEVEX Aerospace


“Having visited Jeff in prison multiple times while he battled this black swan, I know, firsthand, his list of shocking stories and actionable takeaways is never-ending. Since his release, our consulting practice has benefited over and over

from his experience and wisdom strengthening and protecting multiple client organizations.”

- Paul Meyer, CEO, 55 Industries


“I have attended many of Jeff’s speeches, seminars, and workshops on investing, building businesses, and even supporting our community and local charities. His unique ability to explain complex business ideas while entertaining with a never-ending inventory of real-life stories is remarkable. The audience always receives a long list of actionable takeaways while being entertained the whole way.”

-Kevin Cadieux, VP, Vertafore

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jeff martinovich - MEDIA

Just One More: The Wisdom of Bob Vukovich 

Taking shelter from the storm one Thursday evening, rookie banker Cole Johnson is introduced to the Bistro happy hour and the charismatic Bob Vukovich. Their ensuing friendship yields young Cole insightful lessons on success, failure, women, politics, and most importantly serving the perfect martini. But, will Bob, himself, remember life's most important lesson before it's too late? This contemporary parable teaches us many actionable lessons while entertaining us with the intriguing drama of discovering the truth about Bob Vukovich. We all wish we would have had the wisdom and guidance of a mentor like Bob to show us the flavor of life. Take this narrative as a guidebook on how to open our eyes to a life of class and grace, or simply to enjoy a story about overcoming fear and choosing to get back into that game called "life."



When Not If: A CEO's Guide to Overcoming Adversity
A book for turbulent times, When Not If is essential listening for anyone preparing to lead through crisis and change. Jeff Martinovich's gripping story of resilience and perseverance is carefully interwoven with actionable lessons from a CEO who journeyed from zero to a billion, only to be reduced back to zero and a shocking 14-year prison sentence.

True, not every listener will experience the trials faced by Jeff. The circumstances of the crisis will differ, but the responses Jeff advocates will bear fruit in most all situations. When Not If gives listeners a toolkit of proven practices, behaviors, and actionable takeaways that prepare leaders to survive when the black swan knocks on their front do or.

So if you're ready to take your leadership skills to the next level and emerge stronger from any crisis, When Not If is a mandatory guide for you.

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