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The U.S. Army uses the Staff Ride technique as a way to train junior leaders and professionals that aspire to higher positions of trust and responsibility. Understanding the principles of leadership and decision-making in complex situations is a great way for an individual or organization to gain new insights in how and why they are successful and how to grow the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Battlefield Staff Ride Overviews
Lessons from History
Why visit a battlefield if you are a business leader?
The battlefield compresses time: critical decisions, high stakes, limited resources, and ambiguous information with measurable outcomes.
Testimonials
Lieutenant General Lawson W. Magruder III US Army (Retired) "Chris Hossfeld is a proud combat veteran who is a true student of military history. He has the innate ability to bring a battlefield to life through the eyes of combatant leaders on both sides. He is a great storyteller who connects with staff ride participants. He can relate the crucible experiences of key leaders during a battle to the challenges faced by today’s military and civilian leaders. I strongly recommend you retain his services. He will deliver a rich life experience!" Author of A Soldier’s Journey Living His Why and Co-author of Of Their Own Accord: A Company of Army Rangers Changing Lives in Changing Times
"I was lucky enough to participate in our Normandy Staff Ride along with the Army ROTC Cohort at UT Austin. COL (Ret) Hossfeld was a consummate professional throughout the experience. His knowledge of military history combined with his refreshing insight on leading edge defense research, provided future leaders with a valuable perspective. I would take his Staff Ride again in a heartbeat." K. Blatt - Program Manager
Chris was incredibly relatable and genuinely cared about our development as future leaders. His dedication to our growth was evident, and many of us felt inspired by his commitment to helping us become the best possible officers in the US Army. As a lifelong service member and decorated veteran, Chris’s presence had a lasting impact on our mindsets. He fostered a deeper connection to the Army and the importance of the roles we were stepping into. Thanks to Chris, our Staff Ride was not just an educational trip but a transformative experience that left a profound impression on all of the cadets in my class. His ability to blend historical education with leadership development is truly exceptional, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have learned from him. 2LT Nick Andros Signal Officer C Co 198th ESB-E
