I help leaders and teams find a way through adversity so they can perform when it matters most
Patrick D. Nugent
Resilience Keynote Speaker • U.S. Marine Veteran • Invictus Games Medalist & Team Captain
Helping People Turn Adversity into Strength
After surviving a life-altering gunshot wound while serving as a U.S. Marine, Patrick learned a hard truth: we don’t choose our challenges — but we always choose how we rise to meet them.
Today, he takes that lesson to stages around the world, sharing practical, hard-earned insights on resilience, grit, and leadership that help audiences push through adversity and perform when it matters most.
His journey spans service as a Marine Officer, a place on Team USA at the Invictus Games as Captain and Medalist, and graduate studies at Wharton and Harvard — a path shaped entirely by choosing to rise.
“Everyone in the room was enraptured… an inspiring talk on grit, resilience, flexibility, and determination.”
— Senior Director, The Trade Desk
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Patrick's Keynote address to the Corps of Cadets was captivating. His authenticity and humility resonated with the audience while his story of resiliency and resolve provided a powerful example to emulate. Patrick is a gifted public speaker who adroitly controls the room.
The Citadel, Retired U.S. Marine Colonel
Patrick was able to share his personal experience in a way that didn't feel canned but felt authentic and down to earth. He helped reframe for all of us what ‘grit’ is in a way that really stuck with people. My team left feeling energized and compelled.
Vested Communications Agency
Patrick shared his journey in the Marines with honesty and vulnerability, blending inspirational moments with profound realities in a way that deeply connects with the audience. His ability to turn those experiences into meaningful guidance for others is incredibly powerful.
Momentum Events