Milford B. Hatcher Professor and Chair of Surgery and the Director of Trauma and Adult Critical Care at the Medical Center Navicent Health and Mercer University School of Medicine
Chairman of the Georgia Trauma Care Network Commission, President of the Georgia Chapter of the American College of Surgeons, and Southeast Region Chief of the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma.
Retired NY State Police Captain & Ground Zero First Responder. Million-Dollar Entrepreneur. Creator of the “One Decision Away” Philosophy. #1 Best Selling Author & Ultramarathoner.
David Atkins helps organizations lead with resilience, make decisive choices, and overcome adversity through authentic storytelling and real-world, no-nonsense leadership.
Delivering keynote speeches on resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity
Inspiring leaders, teams, and organizations—from corporate, government, healthcare, and education sectors—to embrace a “no excuses” mindset and take decisive action
Driving growth through real-world, actionable strategies for business transformation, vision, and mindset
Helping teams thrive through authentic storytelling, high-energy engagement, and a culture of ownership, accountability, and perseverance
2-time National Champion Heavyweight Olympic boxer
Former Captain of Team USA Boxing
Inspires audiences worldwide with his incredible journey of turning setbacks into triumphs and harnessing the mindset that led him to unprecedented success.