Tom “TROTS” Trotter
TROTS commanded TOPGUN. Now he equips your team with the tactical tools they need to execute when it counts.
Elite performance isn’t about hype—it’s about Preparation, Trust, and Clarity under pressure.
Proven tools for high-stakes decision-making
A powerful Debrief framework to accelerate learning
Clarity of mission, cadence of execution, and trust that holds
Real-world insights from a leader who’s lived it
About Trots
Tom “TROTS” Trotter is a former TOPGUN Commanding Officer, Carrier Air Wing Leader, and elite Navy fighter pilot with over 18,000 flight hours and 1,200+ carrier landings—a milestone few aviators ever reach. He’s flown in combat, trained the world’s top pilots, and led under extreme pressure where failure simply wasn’t an option.
Now, he brings that experience to the stage—helping organizations build high-performance teams through trust, clarity, and precision execution.
“Tom has a wealth of knowledge surrounding leadership in the military and business sectors.
It was fun to hear his stories that connect so deeply with my childhood dreams, and also to hear how his experience with leadership on a carrier and in the business world coincide so well. The iterative Centerpoint model incorporating constant feedback through the debriefing process seems to be what so many of us miss in the business world when we are just try to keep the ship afloat and moving on a day to day basis. I appreciated his insight and real-world experience around teams, and hope to implement the Centerpoint framework to align my team and ensure a better culture of trust in our company.”
Todd Matia, CFP®, Harvey Investment Management, Inc.
Trots isn’t just inspirational.
He’s tactical, grounded, and unforgettable.
Whether speaking to Fortune 500 executives, military teams, or mission-driven nonprofits, Trots delivers a clear message:
Elite performance is built before the pressure hits.
Looking to elevate Trust, Performance, and Execution in your team?
Let’s make it happen.