Thom Shea is a retired Navy SEAL and bestselling author known for his leadership expertise and motivational works. With 23 years of distinguished military service, including deployments in three wars, he earned the Silver Star, Bronze Star with Valor, and multiple combat awards. Shea channeled his battlefield experience into writing, publishing the acclaimed "Unbreakable: A Navy SEAL’s Way of Life" and "Three Simple Things: Leading During Chaos," both of which distill his principles for overcoming adversity. His books have resonated with professionals and endurance athletes alike, offering actionable strategies for high performance in business, health, and personal relationships.
Beyond writing, Shea founded Unbreakable Leadership Training, a global mentoring program that applies his combat-tested methods to corporate and individual development. His leadership philosophy was honed during his tenure as Officer in Charge of the SEAL Sniper Course and through frontline command in Afghanistan. Shea holds a Bachelor of Arts from Ball State University and a Master Training Specialist certification from the Naval Special Warfare Center. An avid ultra-marathoner, he combines physical endurance with leadership challenges, often directing 24-hour training events alongside his wife, Stacy. Together, they work with Fortune 500 executives while raising three children in Greenville, South Carolina.