Colonel (Ret.) Mark Erwin

Colonel (Ret.) Mark Erwin brings over 25 years of distinguished US Army service to the Lincoln Leadership Institute, including his senior role as Chief of Staff of US Army Special Operations Command. His extensive experience in special operations and strategic military leadership provides unparalleled expertise in high-stakes decision-making and elite team leadership.

Special Operations Leadership Philosophy

Colonel Erwin believes that special operations leadership principles—including precision planning, adaptive execution, and unwavering commitment to mission success—are directly applicable to civilian leadership challenges. His approach emphasizes strategic thinking, team excellence, and leadership under extreme pressure.

Key Contributions

• Bringing special operations leadership expertise to civilian applications
• Developing strategic leadership methodologies
• Creating training programs for high-performance team leadership
• Mentoring leaders in complex operational environments

Teaching Approach

His teaching methodology draws from decades of special operations and strategic military experience, emphasizing practical leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead high-performance teams through complex challenges while maintaining mission focus and achieving successful outcomes.