Dom Troulan is a highly respected motivational speaker, renowned for his extraordinary career in elite military service and his ability to translate life-and-death experiences into powerful leadership lessons. A retired British Army Major and former Royal Marine, Dom is best known for his heroic actions during the Westgate Shopping Mall terrorist attack, where he saved dozens of lives under extreme pressure. Today, he is sought after by organisations worldwide for his insights into resilience, decision-making and leadership in high-stakes environments, making him an exceptional choice for events focused on performance, courage and crisis management.
Dom began his military journey at just 16 when he joined the Royal Marine Commandos, embarking on a career that would span three decades. Over this time, he served with distinction, including two decades within the UK Special Forces, operating in some of the most dangerous and complex environments globally. His work frequently took him to Sub-Saharan Africa, where he faced intense and unpredictable situations that demanded rapid decision-making, composure and tactical expertise. These formative experiences built the foundations of his leadership philosophy, grounded in accountability, adaptability and calm under pressure.
Throughout his career, Dom has been recognised with some of the United Kingdom’s highest honours for bravery and service. He was awarded the George Cross, the UK’s highest civilian award for bravery, becoming the first civilian recipient in 25 years. In addition, he received the Queen’s Gallantry Medal for his distinguished service in Northern Ireland, as well as the Queen’s Commendation for Valuable Service. Notably, he remains the only living individual to have received both the George Cross and the Queen’s Gallantry Medal, underscoring the exceptional nature of his contribution. Following his military career, Dom has continued to operate in high-risk environments, advising governments and private organisations on crisis leadership, resilience and strategic security.
As a motivational speaker, Dom Troulan delivers compelling, authentic insights drawn directly from real-world experiences where the stakes could not have been higher. He equips audiences with practical strategies to lead under pressure, build resilient teams and make critical decisions in uncertain environments. His storytelling is both gripping and deeply instructive, offering audiences a rare perspective on courage, responsibility and performance. Dom’s ability to connect his experiences to business and organisational challenges ensures that his talks leave a lasting impact, inspiring individuals and teams to perform at their very best when it matters most.