[Clone] Culture of Excellence Symposium on Suicide

From the backyard to the NFL, through pain & loss, Eric Hipple speaks on a life of purpose, resiliency and winning. Meet former NFL quarterback Eric Hipple as he shares his inspiring story of tackling depression and surviving suicide loss. 

Friday, Sept. 5
10 a.m.-Noon
Skywarrior Theatre


This Culture of Excellence Symposium brings together Sailors and leaders to advance resilience, strengthen purpose, and enhance connectedness across the fleet. Guest speaker and former NFL quarterback Eric Hipple will deliver an impactful presentation on mental fitness, purpose, and hope in alignment with our mission to prevent suicide and promote readiness.

After the tragic death of his 15-year-old son in 2000, Eric has dedicated his life to building awareness and breaking down the stigma surrounding depressive illnesses. His message of resilience provides preventative steps for mental fitness, including responsibility, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, communication, and commitment.


No Navy endorsement implied.