#50. Arik Burks Part 1 ( A Leaders Journey)

Former 25 year, Special Operations (US Navy SEAL Master Chief) leader with expert experience and training in learning and development, international security operations, intelligence operations, crisis management, and program development/management. In January 2015, Arik became President and CEO of his own executive coaching, high performance, and leadership company. In this capacity, he has developed a consulting business focusing on coaching and developing the leadership skills and performance of highly compensated and skilled individuals. Partial Client list includes: Intuit Turbotax, Sempra Gas & Power, Stance, General Atomics, DOD, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Clippers, Pitt Football Team and numerous SWAT teams. He has wide-ranging experience in the Learning and Development space developing, implementing, and vetting curriculum, training, and developing talent at the elite level. A recognized expert in building cross functional teams and using their technical and cultural diversity to solve complex problem sets. Has led individuals and cross functional teams that included Host nation and Inter-agency partners. Possesses extensive knowledge in leveraging technology and people to identify, investigate, and mitigate threats to human and physical infrastructure. An experienced rapport and consensus builder that forges lasting relationships with US and foreign government law enforcement agencies. A subject matter expert in surveillance and counter surveillance, crisis preparedness, and counter intelligence. Uses strategic and operational planning methodologies to achieve mission success during combat operations or meeting training requirements while in a corporate environment. Thrives in multicultural and diverse environments. Has a key strength in understanding the motivations and moods of people led and worked for, and molding that understanding into mission and company success.