Blue Angles Pilot John Foley in a blue collar shirt with his arms held open.

John “Gucci” Foley

John “Gucci” Foley is a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels, philanthropist, and top-rated keynote speaker.

Meet John “Gucci” Foley

A Culture of Excellence

What if the legendary Blue Angels Culture of Excellence could be replicated and scaled?

John “Gucci” Foley is a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels, philanthropist, and top-rated keynote speaker. His exciting, rare journey inspires awe, triggering audiences to take action and rethink what they believe is possible. John has spoken to some of the top organizations such as Microsoft, Cisco, Merrill Lynch, and Million Dollar Round Table.

John Foley is available to be booked for corporate and private events. He is also well-known for his keynote and motivational speaking. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about John Foley’s fees.

Want to book John Foley for an event?

Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group at 215-510-6607 to book John Foley for corporate or private events, keynote speeches, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances. Our agency will work directly with your organization and our keynote speakers to create an unforgettable event.

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Biography

John “Gucci” Foley: Leadership Expert

Since 2015, John “Gucci” Foley has been recognized as one of the top 10 most in demand speakers.  Moreover, John has spoken to organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Intel, and major national sporting leagues in the U.S.

A World Class Pilot

John “Gucci” Foley is the former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels and the Bestselling Author of Fearless Success. An expert in the How of High Performance teams, ‘The Guru of Gratitude’ will inspire your audience. As a Blue Angel, John consistently performed in an extreme, high-stakes environment. For instance, flying at speeds exceeding 500 miles per hour in formations as close as 18 inches apart is a near impossible task. To survive in those circumstances he relied on a culture of high trust, leadership and teamwork. John employs the intense realities of his aviation career as a metaphor to inspire and breathe life into teams. John “Gucci” Foley’s presentations are highlighted by:

  • An energizing delivery that inspires High Performance with a grateful mindset.
  • Awe inspiring storytelling and electrifying video of the legendary Blue Angels in action.
  • A contagious attitude of gratitude that he calls Glad To Be Here®.
  • A unique approach that equips others to take the same journey toward excellence, teamwork and transformation.

Philanthropic Endeavors

In addition, John founded the Glad To Be Here Foundation in 2011. John donates 10% of his speaking fees to charities through the foundation. The program has donated over $2 million to 380+ charities and impacted thousands of lives globally including sponsoring 47 children in 47 countries. Above all, this is part of his mission to connect a shared ‘purpose larger than self’ with every organization.

How to Hire John “Gucci” Foley

Find out how to hire John Foley to appear at your next event. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group to inquire about John Foley’s availability and cost. When booking John Foley for an event, we need to know the type of venue and location the event will take place. John Foley is a popular choice for corporate events, private events, and virtual events. So, you can click the Check Availability button or contact us and an MPG John Foley booking agent will get back to you within 48 hours.

John “Gucci” Foley Booking Price

How much to book John Foley depends on the type of event. So, the cost to hire John Foley for corporate or private events is available by contacting a Mollie Plotkin Group Agent. Notably, John Foley is available for conferences, festivals, private parties and events. Just contact the Mollie Plotkin Group and tell the booking agent the proposed date, time, and location.

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Upcoming Engagements

Our speakers are in high demand! View their upcoming events.

Apr 24 - 26 2024

2024 Agri-Marketing Conference – Keynote Speaker Suneel Gupta – Kansas City, MO

Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
Apr 30 2024

CACNC’s Seaside Symposium – Keynote Speaker Margaret Hoelzer – Myrtle Beach, North Carolina

Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center
May 08 2024

Live Performance – David Blaine: Impossible – Wynn Las Vegas

Wynn Las Vegas
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Key Audience Takeaways

  • Teamwork, particularly as it relates to collaboration and the collective potential of well-functioning teams.
  • Leadership, defined by a commitment to excellence combined with processes to guide teams in changing times.
  • Trust, both among peers and within the hierarchical structure of organizations.
  • Performance, based on John’s unique framework that emphasizes the power of choice and a positive mindset.

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