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Ty Smith is a combat-decorated Navy SEAL, executive leadership coach, and keynote speaker who brings 20 years of elite military experience to the worlds of business, professional sports, and organizational leadership. A veteran of six combat deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the UAE, Ty is the recipient of multiple honors, including the Bronze Star with Valor, Joint Commendation Medal with Valor, and the Combat Action Ribbon. 

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Ty’s journey began as a Navy linguist stationed in Italy. After the 9/11 attacks, he was selected for the prestigious Navy SEAL BUD/S program in Coronado, California, where he began the path to becoming one of the nation’s most elite warriors. He served with SEAL Team Eight and SEAL Team One, rising to the position of Platoon Chief. Ty led Echo Platoon through a high-stakes mission in Afghanistan’s Tangi Valley, neutralizing over 700 enemy combatants. His leadership earned the team 20+ individual Valor awards and a Navy Unit Commendation—a rare and distinguished honor.

Today, Ty is the Founder and CEO of Hiro, a premium leadership coaching and mindset training company that works with executives, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and corporate teams. Through one-on-one executive coaching, performance optimization, and faith-driven personal development, Ty helps clients master mental toughness, decision-making under pressure, and servant leadership.

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He is also the Founder of CommSafe AI, a venture-backed technology company specializing in AI-powered communication risk analysis for large enterprises, using machine learning and sentiment analysis to prevent workplace conflict and ensure safety.

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Ty holds a Bachelor’s in Organizational Management from the University of Arizona Global Campus (where he served on the Board of Trustees), a Master of Business for Veterans from USC’s Marshall School of Business, and two honorary Doctorates in Humane Letters. He’s also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Master Baret Yoshida—a testament to his discipline, humility, and competitive spirit.

 

Ty speaks nationally as a motivational keynote speaker on topics such as:

• Navy SEAL Leadership Principles
   

• Mindset and Mental Toughness for High Performers
   

• Team Building and Culture in Elite Environments
   

• Faith, Resilience, and Redemption
   

• Executive Coaching for Professional Athletes and Leaders
   

If you're looking to elevate your leadership team, inspire your athletes, or build a culture of resilience, accountability, and elite performance, Ty Smith delivers—with raw authenticity, real-world experience, and battle-tested tools for success.