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This week on Engage Presents, U.S. Navy veteran and startup founder Loree Draude shares her incredible journey from Naval Aviator to Silicon Valley leader. In her keynotes and workshops, Loree teaches audiences how to stay calm in high-risk moments, master mindfulness techniques, and strengthen their mental fitness through her SOAR framework.

My book SOAR Into Joy: A Combat Pilot’s Wisdom on Falling in Love with Your Life is now available on Audible, narrated by yours truly.

In this audiobook, I share the lessons that have helped me across careers as a combat pilot in the Navy, a tech leader and an executive coach. There even might be some singing…

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Loree Draude was named one of six women coaches worthy of distinction in 2024.

with Liz Booker

“With this interview, Loree helps me celebrate the close of a year of celebration for 50 years of women in Naval Aviation and 30 years of women in aviation combat, and introduces the new Literary Aviatrix Leadership and Development author interview series.”

with Dr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks

“Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.”

with Brendan Aronson

“In this episode, Loree joins Brendan to discuss deciding between theater school and business school during transition, successes and failures working at startups, her careers at Google and Facebook, and why she pivoted to become a bestselling author and coach.”

with Aircrew Interview

“Loree Draude shares what it was like flying in the USN including her time training on the A-4 Skyhawk and becoming a support pilot in the F/A-18 Hornet.”

with Dr. Gary Crotaz, PhD

“I’m looking forward to hearing Loree’s take on challenging established mindsets on an aircraft carrier, the soaring highs and crashing lows of life’s rollercoaster, and of course I’m curious to learn about the Unlock Moments of remarkable clarity that shaped her journey.”

with MK Palmore

“Lots of folks have dreams of flying jets for the U.S. Navy, but few have earned the right to be called Naval Aviators. Lauree Draude became a Naval Aviator when it wasn't so easy for women to do so.”

with Gene Moran

“Returning for a second episode, Loree Draude, a former Lieutenant Commander of the U.S. Navy and Naval Aviator, opens up about the joys and challenges of pursuing creative outlets.”

with Amit Levi

“An episode title cannot capture the breadth and impact of Loree's pursuits, which also include writing and performing a one-woman show and starting her own business, all while raising her kids and leading a fulfilling personal life.

I found it inspiring to hear not only about her individual experiences, but also about her mindset, values, and advice for navigating change, breaking glass ceilings, and leading a fulfilling life.”