Greg "Boss" Wooldridge

Greg "Boss" Wooldridge was first selected to lead The Blue Angels because of his demonstrated ability to build teams where communication, trust, and teamwork took precedence over rank and status. His heart-driven approach proved a perfect match for the Blue Angel’s culture of excellence, and he was notably called back to serve as the commanding officer for three separate tours during times of difficult transition. Drawing upon these experiences, Wooldridge has been inspired to share his methods to empower individuals and teams toward high performance.

From the onset of his career in the Navy, Wooldridge was immersed in the art of team building. At flight candidate school, he learned the importance of camaraderie, an ethos that elevated the collective performance by first uplifting individual members. Later, as a commander of a carrier squadron, he discovered that teams driven by a purpose greater than themselves could unlock extraordinary levels of performance. His tenure with The Blue Angels — the Navy’s and the world’s premier flight demonstration squadron — allowed Wooldridge to mold his dreams and beliefs into a structured upward journey, leveraging the pinnacle of aerial precision and teamwork.

Today, Wooldridge’s unique experiences make him a compelling speaker for audiences of various sizes and backgrounds. From leaders seeking an inspiring "how to" approach to full-scale corporate engagements, his presentations resonate deeply, sparking inspiration and fanning it into practical methodologies by providing insights from Blue Angel precision. He has expanded his speaking topics to include "Leading the .01%", "Being The 'Tip of the Spear'", and "Extreme Focus & Precision", drawing directly from his intensive experiences. Wooldridge was also a key figure in the production of the "Blue Angel Documentary", sharing his insights on teamwork, leadership, and trust through keynote speeches. His approach, embodied in the "Glad To Be Here® Mindset", emphasizes a positive, grateful attitude that fosters improved communication and commitment to group objectives, enhancing both personal and team performance.