
Michael J. Penney is a proven, battle tested LEADER.
Michael J. Penney is a well-known business coach, consultant, and speaker who specializes in leadership development, strategic planning, and team building. Michael is the premier Special Operations Consultant providing training, coaching, and consulting services to help individuals and organizations achieve their goals. He has worked with a variety of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, small-medium businesses, and non-profit organizations, and has been featured in numerous media outlets including TEDxRaleigh, SHIFT Advanced Life Design Magazine and, on numerous media interviews. Michael is a contributor to columns, and online media. He is the author of books on leadership and personal development and gives talks on the subjects.
Michael is a combat veteran of Iraq & Afghanistan. He served in the United States Marine Corps infantry on three combat tours and an instructor tour in Quantico. In 2012 He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. He’s a formal school instructor, having trained over 50,000+ personnel in a variety of disciplines, from planning and executing operations to preparing training based on lessons learned, earning him the title of Master Instructor.
Now he is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business LEADER focused on developing an infrastructure and culture of accountability inside growing organizations.
TEDx Raleigh Presentation: “What’s Your BOOM?!”
In his powerful TEDx Raleigh presentation, “What’s Your BOOM?!”, Michael J. Penney challenges individuals and organizations to discover their defining moment—the moment that drives them to achieve greatness. Drawing from his experiences as a combat veteran, business leader, and Master Instructor, Michael explains the importance of identifying your core purpose, passion, and mission in order to ignite lasting impact.
Through engaging storytelling and practical insights, Michael highlights the concept of “BOOM” as a metaphor for the breakthrough moments that propel you toward success. Whether you’re leading a team, growing a business, or striving for personal development, this talk provides the tools and mindset needed to overcome obstacles and truly #DOMINATEyourbusiness. Watch now and discover what your BOOM could be.















