"It's almost never the things we think

we know that cause problems.

It's the things we know we know,

that bite us".

- Mack McKinney

Nice to meet you

Hey, I'm Mack!

Serious problems require the attention of serious, experienced solutions architects.

Many of my leadership principles and strategies were learned in an aircraft cockpit or through decades of successful work in industry, and can be applied to drive success in any endeavor.

Discover my keys to building resilience and thriving amidst your challenges, both personally and professionally.

Learn my secrets for fostering a culture of collaboration that drives high performance and exceptional teamwork.

Mack’s depth of experience as a fighter intercept controller (Air Battle Manager) during the Cold War and as an electronic systems designer with multiple US patents in industry, plus his time spent on-point and leading teams throughout his professional life, all make him an incredible resource for anyone looking to up their game – all while leading a more fulfilling, less stressful life.

Some of Mack's career highlights include:
  • A BA degree in Social Work and author of published books on human resilience under stress (he cares about people) - - - but also US patents in hyperspectral sensing and radar processing (a serious warrior-technologist).

  • 31+ years building systems-focused solutions to major problems, and teaching them in the US, Europe and the Middle East. Published author of books on systems engineering and project management, and modern writing techniques and tips.

  • Founder of two training companies and inventor of the User-Driven Integrated Engineering Framework and the Technical CONOPS, now solving difficult problems worldwide.

  • A student of US history, plus an aviation enthusiast and published author of magazine articles on preparation for, and handling of, emergencies (useful in all walks of life).

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