Looking for a dynamic presenter for your upcoming reunion or event? Look no further! Many of the speakers we’ve listed have participated in our Educational Summit, delivering messages that inspire both veterans and civilians alike.
Joe Torrillo
Joe Torrillo was a 25-year Lieutenant with the NYC Fire Dept. On September 11, 2001, over 2,000 people were buried when the World Trade Center collapsed. He was one of only 20 people rescued from the rubble. His story is one of inspiration, determination, compassion, and patriotism at pivotal time in our history.
Bill Johnson
Bob Hope’s life in comedy comes to life once again with this lookalike- and soundalike- tribute to the legendary comedian. Bill Johnson has performed his tribute to the late, great Bob Hope to rave reviews.
Lt. Gen (Ret) Gary Volesky
Gary is a passionate and transformational leader with thirty-six years of service to our Nation. Gary spent five years in combat zones in Iraq and Afghanistan leading Soldiers at every level from company through division command. Most notably, a book and National Geographic mini-series entitled “The Long Road Home,” detailed his unit’s fight with the Mahdi Army and rescue of an isolated platoon in Sadr City Iraq in 2004.
Kyle Olson
Kyle’s documentary, THE LAST SIGNAL, follows the reunion of two WWII shipmates that served on the LST-218. The documentary received the Mid-America Emmy Award for “Best Historical Documentary”, as well as “Best Documentary” at the Normandy WWII Film Festival in Normandy, France – an honor bestowed by the cast of the hit HBO series BAND OF BROTHERS.
Kyle’s documentary, THE LAST SIGNAL, follows the reunion of two WWII shipmates that served on the LST-218. The documentary received the Mid-America Emmy Award for “Best Historical Documentary”, as well as “Best Documentary” at the Normandy WWII Film Festival in Normandy, France – an honor bestowed by the cast of the hit HBO series BAND OF BROTHERS.
Richard Sherman
Richard Sherman is a full-time professional photographer and the author of “Never Home: Remembering the Military Heroes Who Never Returned.” Using principally the language of photography, the book honors the more than 207,000 individuals who died in WWI and WWII and who are interred in America’s 23 overseas military cemeteries (e.g., Normandy, etc.). Over the course of six years, Rich took eight trips to three continents to visit and photograph all the American overseas world war cemeteries, and to bring the stories of our fallen heroes back to life.
Dick Fox
Dick Fox was a small town, Wilson Street Boy, hardened from youth, joining the Marine Corps at 18 years old. Attached to a helicopter squadron, Quang Tri / I Corps, December ’67, Sergeant Fox and fellow Marines, lived (and died) the Tet Offensive hottest spots. Now a successful businessman and respected writer and speaker, Dick Fox has brought his talents, experiences, and wisdom to bear on “America’s war of confusion”.
He has written over ten books including “The Domestic Vietnam”
Hal Burke
Hal Burke, the founder of Victory & Valor Memories, shares with his audience the historical connection between the five Sullivan Brothers legacy and Alfred Eisenstaedt’s iconic Life magazine photograph of “The Kissing Sailor” in New York’s Times Square on V-J Day (August 14, 1945). Hal also gives a variety of inspiring presentations of historical military campaigns and fallen heroes.
Tom Jackson
Since 1995, Tom has brought history to life through his engaging programs, donning full-period attire to portray key figures from Texas, American, and world history. He has performed at conventions, historical sites, resorts, banquets, schools, and special events, delivering live, interactive presentations that highlight themes of leadership, courage, dedication, and patriotism. Tom integrates PowerPoint presentations to enhance the educational, entertaining, and motivational aspects of each program, immersing audiences in the characters and eras he depicts. His deep passion for studying and celebrating history shines through in every performance, which has consistently captivated and inspired audiences of all ages worldwide.
Sharon Danitschek
For more than a decade, Sharon Danitschek, President of The Military Reunion Network, has dedicated herself to training veterans in organizing their military reunions, offering support throughout the process. Her passion lies in the significant positive impact these reunions have on veterans’ mental health. In 2024, she conducted a survey on the subject, gathering compelling data to support this connection. Sharon is available to speak on this vital topic, as well as other aspects of the military reunion industry.
Want more information? Contact us about the Speakers of interest. Use today’s date if you are not sure when the event will be. You can enter TBD if you are not sure where the event will be.