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Gen. Tommy Franks

Renowned Leader, Renowned Hero

Gen. Tommy Franks
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Roosevelt, OK, USA
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Gen. Tommy Franks Biography

Tommy Franks was born in Wynnewood (pronounced "Winnywood"), Oklahoma, and grew up in Midland, Texas, where he graduated from Robert E. Lee High School one year ahead of First Lady Laura Bush. After two years at the University of Texas, he joined the United States Army, and in 1967, as a distinguished graduate of the Artillery Officer Candidate School, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and sent to Viet Nam.

His service in Viet Nam earned him six awards for Valor and three Purple Hearts. That assignment was the start of a long and distinguished career that would take him from one world hot spot to another —from West Germany at the height of the Cold War to the Demilitarized Zone in Korea, to the deserts of Arabia—where he gained the knowledge and experience that would prepare him for the leadership role that would mark his place in the annals of American history.

Along the way, Franks attended the University of Texas, Arlington, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, and Shippensburg University where he graduated with a Master's Degree in Public Administration. He is also a graduate of the Armed Forces Staff College and the Army War College.

In June 2000, he was promoted to four-star General and assigned as Commander-in-Chief, United States Central Command. It's in this position that the world knows Franks best—the culmination of an almost four-decade military career that saw him lead American and Coalition troops in two strategically unprecedented campaigns in two years—Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq.

The General's awards include five Distinguished Service Medals, four Legions of Merit, four Bronze Stars and three Purple Hearts in addition to numerous foreign awards. He was appointed Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) by order of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on May 25, 2004. And President George W. Bush awarded him the Nation's highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, on December 14, 2004.

Franks has received honorary degrees from a number of universities including his alma mater, Shippensburg University, and his wife's alma mater, Oklahoma State University.

Since his retirement from the military in 2003, General Franks has traveled the world, speaking on leadership, character and the value of Democracy. His autobiography, American Soldier debuted as Number 1 on The New York Times Best Sellers list in August 2004.

Franks serves on the boards of the University of Texas, Arlington and William Penn University. His is co-chair of the Flight 93 memorial foundation and serves as an advisor to the Military Child Education Coalition, Operation Homefront Oklahoma and the Southeastern Guide Dog Organization.

Franks and his wife, Cathryn Carley Franks, have one daughter, who is married to a military officer, and three grandchildren. The Franks live at their ranch in Roosevelt, Oklahoma, with longhorns, buffalo, Angus cattle, horses and their cat, Bailey.

President George W. Bush calls Franks "a down-to-earth, no-nonsense guy." His troops call him "a Soldier's General," and his associates call him "an astute businessman." His grandkids call him, "Pooh."

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/17/2024.

Gen. Tommy Franks Speaking Topics

  • Citizenship, Values and the American Dream

    Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are not simply words in the Declaration of Independence to Tommy Franks. To him these words, crafted over 200 years ago, are the words he chose a profession by, the reason he gets out of bed in the morning and the true essence of his belief system. He’s devoted a lifetime to securing the American Dream because he believes that our liberties are priceless. Therefore, it is our time to be selfless in our actions so that we can ensure our values for future generations. General Franks reflects on American values and outlines what must be done to protect our liberties for the next 200 years.

  • The Global War on Terrorism - From Policy to Practice

    The fight against terrorism continues on many fronts, all around the world. General Tommy Franks has seen the front lines of this war. He talks about the multifaceted interagency process involved in the War on Terrorism–from government policymakers to soldiers in the field–as well as where we stand in this complex fight, possible global trouble spots and what the future holds.

  • Trials, Tribulations and Triumphs

    There are three keys to professional and personal success: rewarding success, learning from failure and overcoming setbacks. Throughout his 30 years of military service, Franks has confronted dangerous and stressful situations. He ties the challenges and setbacks he has faced, on the battlefield and in creating strategic plans of action, with the difficulties we all face in the business world and in our lives.

  • Leadership, Management ... and the Difference

    The environment of war is the ultimate team experience and a true test of a leader. Tommy Franks knows what it takes to win wars–troops must have the authority to call the shots and must assume responsibility for their actions and the lives of their team members. He illuminates the difference between managing people, and leading them to be responsible, empowered and confident. Audiences learn how to turn managers into leaders and how to exponentially increase the overall effectiveness of their organization.

Gen. Tommy Franks Videos

  • General Tommy Franks on Obligations
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Gen. Tommy Franks Books

  • American Soldier
    American Soldier

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Gen. Tommy Franks is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Citizenship, Values and the American Dream, The Global War on Terrorism - From Policy to Practice, Trials, Tribulations and Triumphs and Leadership, Management ... and the Difference. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gen. Tommy Franks for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Gen. Tommy Franks generally travels from Roosevelt, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Scott Dikkers, Daniel Altman, Robert Greene, Peter Thiel and Alex Banayan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gen. Tommy Franks for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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