Executive Engagement Guide
Michael J. Penney
Founder, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman
Truth Trench Think Tank
Leadership Development • Executive Education • Organizational Transformation
Executive Leadership That Creates Lasting Impact
Organizations do not hire Michael J. Penney simply to deliver a keynote.
They engage Truth Trench Think Tank to strengthen leadership, improve governance, and build organizations capable of creating measurable, lasting impact.
Whether through a keynote presentation, executive workshop, or enterprise partnership, every engagement is designed to move leaders beyond inspiration and into implementation.
Drawing upon military leadership, entrepreneurship, nonprofit governance, independent research, and proprietary organizational systems, Michael equips leadership teams with practical frameworks that improve communication, increase accountability, strengthen decision-making, and accelerate execution.
As Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of Truth Trench Think Tank, Michael delivers executive education that extends well beyond the stage.
Because Truth Trench Think Tank is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit research institute for societal benefit, speaking honorariums and workshop investments are considered charitable donations that directly support our educational and research mission.
Executive Keynote
Leadership That Builds Stronger Organizations
Designed for:
- Conferences
- Executive Leadership Summits
- Annual Meetings
- Corporate Events
- Economic Development Organizations
- Trade Associations
- Government Agencies
- Nonprofit Leadership Conferences
Investment
$15,000
Includes
- 45–60 Minute Keynote
- Audience Questions & Discussion
- VIP Reception
- Book Signing
- Event Promotion
- Planning Consultation
Travel and lodging quoted separately when applicable.
Executive Strategy Session
A focused half-day working session introducing executive teams to the leadership principles and organizational systems taught through the Truth Trench Accelerator.
Investment
$35,000
Executive Leadership Workshop
An immersive full-day implementation experience designed to help leadership teams establish alignment, improve communication, strengthen accountability, and begin building a common operating system.
Investment
$60,000
Executive Leadership Retreat
Designed for luxury executive retreats, board planning sessions, leadership off-sites, and strategic planning events.
Every retreat is customized to the organization’s objectives and facilitated personally by Michael J. Penney.
Investment
Starting at $125,000
Truth Trench Accelerator
Organizations seeking complete organizational transformation may continue into the Truth Trench Accelerator.
The Accelerator provides structured implementation of the Truth Trench leadership methodology through executive coaching, strategic planning, organizational assessments, leadership development, performance reviews, governance support, and measurable execution over a ninety-day implementation cycle.
The workshop introduces the methodology.
The Accelerator transforms the organization.
Enterprise Partnership
Some organizations require more than a keynote.
Others require more than a workshop.
Enterprise Partnerships provide long-term collaboration with Truth Trench Think Tank through customized implementation designed around the organization’s strategic objectives.
Enterprise engagements may include:
- Executive Coaching
- Organizational Assessments
- Strategic Planning
- Board Governance
- Leadership Development
- Department Implementation
- Truth Trench Accelerator Cohorts
- Quarterly Executive Reviews
- Annual Strategic Planning
Investment
Custom Proposal
Executive Leadership Library
Every participant should leave with more than inspiration.
They should leave with the complete leadership system.
Each Executive Leadership Library includes:
- DOMINATE — The Special Operations Way To Win In Business
- 5 Paragraph Business Plan
- 5 Paragraph Operating System
Retail Value
$90 Per Participant
Preferred Event Pricing
| Quantity | Investment Per Participant |
|---|---|
| 20–39 | $80 |
| 40–59 | $75 |
| 60–79 | $70 |
| 80–99 | $65 |
| 100–199 | $60 |
| 200–499 | $55 |
| 500+ | Custom Proposal |
Personally signed copies are available.
Shipping quoted separately unless included in proposal.
Executive Engagement Examples
Executive Leadership Summit
Executive Keynote
$15,000
Executive Leadership Library (50 Participants)
$3,750
Total Investment
$18,750
Executive Retreat
Executive Leadership Workshop
$60,000
Executive Leadership Library (30 Participants)
$2,400
Total Investment
$62,400
National Leadership Conference
Executive Keynote
$15,000
Executive Leadership Library (250 Participants)
$13,750
Total Investment
$28,750
Enterprise Leadership Launch
Executive Leadership Retreat
Starting at $125,000
Executive Leadership Library (100 Participants)
$6,000
Accelerator Discovery & Organizational Assessment
Included
The Truth Trench Difference
Unlike traditional keynote speakers, Michael delivers far more than motivation.
Organizations gain access to a leadership philosophy developed through decades of experience in:
- United States Marine Corps Combat Leadership
- Three Combat Deployments
- Special Operations Embedded Advisor Operations
- TEDx Raleigh
- Entrepreneurship
- Nonprofit Governance
- Independent Public Policy Research
- Four Published Books
- Creator of the 5 Paragraph Business Management System
- Founder of the Truth Trench Accelerator
Every engagement is personally led by Michael J. Penney.
The objective is not simply to inspire leaders.
It is to equip them with systems they can implement immediately.
Your Investment Creates Lasting Impact
Every engagement directly supports the educational mission of Truth Trench Think Tank.
Your investment helps fund:
- Independent Research
- Truth Trench Reports
- Leadership Education
- Civic Awareness Campaigns
- Entrepreneurship Development
- Government Transparency Initiatives
- Public Policy Research
- Truth Trench Accelerator Scholarships
- Educational Publications
When your organization partners with Truth Trench Think Tank, it invests not only in developing its own leaders, but also in strengthening an independent nonprofit institution dedicated to advancing leadership, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and informed public discourse throughout America.
Reserve Your Engagement
Truth Trench Think Tank accepts a limited number of executive engagements each year to ensure every organization receives the preparation and attention it deserves.
To reserve your selected date, a 50% Scheduling Contribution is required upon execution of the engagement agreement.
Upon receipt, your date is reserved exclusively for your organization, and preparation begins immediately.
The remaining balance is due fourteen (14) days prior to the engagement, unless otherwise specified in your agreement.
Continue the Conversation
Every organization faces unique opportunities and challenges.
We welcome the opportunity to learn more about your objectives and develop a customized engagement designed to create lasting value for your leadership team.
Whether your needs begin with a keynote, an executive workshop, or a long-term enterprise partnership, we look forward to exploring how Truth Trench Think Tank can serve your organization.